About JACQUELYNE HICKS
Hi, I'm Jacquelyne Hicks, REALTORA(R) and Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABRA(R)) with eXp Realty, proudly serving Kannapolis, Concord, Cabarrus County, and the Greater Charlotte, NC area.
I specialize in helping first-time home buyers, sellers, relocating families, and new-construction buyers navigate real estate with confidence. My approach is simple: educate my clients, communicate clearly, and make sure they understand their options before making one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.
As the face behind Hicks Trendy Realty, I bring a personal, hands-on approach to every transaction. Whether you're purchasing your first home, exploring new construction, preparing to sell, or relocating to North Carolina, I'm here to guide you from the first conversation to the closing table.
I don't just sell homes-I help people make informed real estate moves.
Serving Kannapolis • Concord • Cabarrus County • Charlotte & surrounding communities
Community Involvement
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Credentials
LICENSE
Designation
At Home with Diversity
ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative)
Specialties
- Buyer's Agent
- First Time Home Buyers
- Land & Lots
- Listing Agent
- New Construction
- Relocation
- Rentals
- Staging & Home Preparation
Answered Questions
You want to ask the agent to prepare a market analysis for you and print out the mls sheet so that you can do a good comparison in square footage, and lot size, garage etc. Also, look at the pictures! Some homes compare in size however, not everyone takes care of their home.
Working with first time home-buyers is a very delicate transaction. You don't want to work with just anyone. The most important questions you should ask before selecting an agent would be the follow in my opinion: How long have you been working in real estate? You don't want a new agent fresh out of school just trying to get their first transaction closed. Someone experienced that can give you the guidance and along the way. It's a big purchase so you want an experienced agent. How many first-time buyers have you helped? This is important because first time home buyers are inexperienced and unknowledgeable so they need a agent that knows what they are doing. They are different then working with someone who has purchased 1 or 2 houses prior. How well do you know this area and the local market? knowing the area and the market is crucial they have to match the home buyer's needs. Just because you like a house the area may not be what you expressed during your consultation. And knowing the local market will help with placing a reasonable offer on a home that you choose. What neighborhoods would you recommend for my budget? Budget, location and your lifestyle all have to be considered when purchasing a home. You need an agent that can guide you and keep you within your means. If you say you want to stay within a certain mortgage payment then that is what your agent should be focusing on. I have read all of the other agents responses and I totally agree with them as well.
Ask the lender how much down payment assistance they can help you with. Also, ask if they offer USDA loans. These loans are 0 down. I have one and I actually got money back at closing. The difference with this loan is that the house has to be in a qualified area. Make sure you get a fixed rate!
This does tend to happen. The taxes on your home went up so the mortgage company has to collect more to support your new annual tax amount.
If you're listing soon, trimming it is usually worth it regardless of ownership. Buyers notice curb appeal before they even walk inside.
