More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. But Sellers aren't Giving Up

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More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know. You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. And if that headline has you thinking,  “Wait… is something bad about to happen?”  You’re not alone. Because when people start stepping to the sidelines, it  sounds  like a warning sign that something’s coming – or that they realize something you don’t know. Here’s the thing. This trend gets spun like it means the market is about to crash. But the data tells a more practical story. What the Numbers Actually Say According to the latest data from  Redfin ,  5.5% of all listings were taken off the market in May.  And it’s true that’s almost the highest it’s been since back in March 2020   ( see graph below ):  That can sound scary. But a lot of the fear comes from how this story gets told. “ A near record number of sellers are pulling their listings ” makes a great c...
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FEBRUARY LAWN AND GARDENING: Getting Ready for Spring

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February in the North Carolina Triad can be a mix of cold snaps and warm, sunny days. While winter isn’t quite over, this is the perfect month to prep your lawn and garden so everything is ready when spring arrives.

🌱 Lawn Care (Triad Lawns = Mostly Fescue)

  • Clear away fallen leaves and winter debris

  • Skip fertilizing for now—early feeding can cause weak growth

  • Watch for compacted areas from winter foot traffic

  • Consider a soil test (our Piedmont soil is often acidic)

🌸 Garden Beds & Mulch

  • Clean up dead annuals and trim perennials

  • Refresh pine straw or hardwood mulch

  • Add compost or organic matter to improve soil health

🌿 Trees, Shrubs & Pruning

  • Prune dormant trees, roses, and deciduous shrubs

  • Wait to prune azaleas, camellias, and forsythia until after blooming

  • Check for winter damage from ice or wind

🥕 What You Can Plant Now


If the ground isn’t frozen, February is a great time to plant:

  • Lettuce

  • Spinach

  • Kale

  • Collards

  • Peas

💡 Tip: Keep row covers handy—late frosts are common through March.

🌼 Plan Ahead for Spring Curb Appeal

  • Plan spring flower beds and landscape updates

  • Order seeds and plants early

  • Schedule mulch, pruning, or cleanup services

  • Think about curb appeal improvements as the spring market approaches

Local Note: In the Triad, our average last frost is late March to early April—timing matters!

🌷 A little prep now means a healthier yard, less stress, and more enjoyment this spring.

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