The Real Hickory Podcast

Check out my latest episode with Tim Kerley with Fairway Inedependent Mortgage Corporation. Tim talks about how first time buyers should proceed, renovation loans and much much more. To reach out to Tim: Tim Kerley Senior Mortgage Advisor NMLS# 448270 Direct # 828-310-9251 Disclosures: Copyright©2024 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) NMLS#2289. 4750 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-866-912-4800. All rights reserved. Fairway is not affiliated with any government agencies. These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. Reverse mortgage borrowers are required to obtain an eligibility certificate by receiving counseling sessions with a HUD-approved agency. The youngest borrower must be at least 62 years old. Monthly reverse mortgage advances may affect eligibility for some other programs. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Not all customers will qualify. Information, rates and programs are subject to change without notice. All products are subject to credit and property approval. Other restrictions and limitations may apply. Equal Housing Opportunity. *Eligibility subject to program stipulations, qualifying factors, applicable income and debt-to-income (DTI) restrictions, and property limits. *Not all temporary buydown options are available for every product or scenario. Talk to your Fairway Loan Officer for more details.

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast Mike does another Small Business Spotlight with Ron Weber of Mountain View Sound and Video. Ron gives tips on how to plan out a home audio/video system, his favorite brands and how he keeps things simple for his customers. He also talks about how people in areas with limited internet coverage can take advantage of new technology. For more information about his company go to https://mvsoundandvideo.com/ The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Broker/Owner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills in Hickory NC. If you would be interested in highlighting your local business feel free to reach out to Mike directly. This podcast has won Best Podcast of The Catawba Valley the last 2 years running and is available on Facebook, YouTube Apple Podcasts and Spotify so please like and subscribe to help spread the word.

Check out the latest episode of The Real Hickory Podcast where Mike interviews Karen Tonks with Kilty Pleasure Tours. Karen's business takes customers on amazing tours of local breweries and wineries. She offers other transportation options as well. Karen is a dynamic entrepreneur and a staple in the Catawba Valley business community. Karen has another business called Time Genies, a concierge and errand  service business and she will discuss that as well. To learn more about Karen and her businesses go to www.KiltyPleasures.com or www.Time-Genies.com    The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Broker/Owner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills in Hickory NC. If you would be interested in highlighting your local business feel free to reach out to Mike directly. This podcast has won Best Podcast of The Catawba Valley the last 2 years running and is available on Facebook, YouTube Apple Podcasts and Spotify so please like and subscribe to help spread the word. 

On this episode Mike does a quick review of the 2023 real estate market and gives some predictions on what to expect in 2024. 

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast with Mike Kelly we are joined by Lindsay Keisler CEO and President of the Chamber of Catawba County. Mike and Lindsay had a great discussion on how the Chamber helps local business and why our area is such a great place to live. We also talked about a new service that the chamber will be offering to help people learn how to get started when they start a business or project. For more information about The Chamber go to www.catawbachamber.org

It has been a little while since the last show but we have a special one today. On this episode we talked to Andrew Moose with The HUM, an outdoor music venue in Downtown Hickory. On the show you will learn how The Hum got started and the kind of events they host there. Andrew is a really interesting person and you will learn a lot. for more information about The Hum go to www.thehum.live

Check out the latest episode of The Real Hickory Podcast where Mike talks to Clint Davis with Ownership Mortgage LLC. In this episode they discuss the process of getting a mortgage, where rates may be headed, and some FHA news that may be able to save buyer money soon.   For more information about Clint and Ownership Mortgage LLC check out his site at: https://simplenexus.com/homehub/signup/CLINT@OWNERSHIPMORTGAGE.COM or call him, at 325.330.0499     *Disclosure: My real estate firm has an ownership interest in Ownership Mortgage LLC (NMLS 1907331) and because of this relationship, this referral may provide  my firm a financial or other benefit. YOU ARE FREE TO SHOP AROUND TO DETERMINE THAT YOU ARE RECEIVING THE BEST SERVICES AND THE BEST RATE FOR THESE SERVICES.*

On this episode we are sharing a recording from when Mike was interviewed by Hal Row of WHKY on 1/3/23.  On this interview they discuss the name change to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills, How the market ended 2022 and the outlook for our local real estate market in 2023.  We also discussed strategies for buyers and seller in 2023. 

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast Mike talks to Rhonda Roederer of Heritage with Heart (www.HeritageWithHeart.com) On this episode they discuss how Rhonda became interested in genealogy and some stories on how she helped others learn more about their family history. We had a really good conversation and I learned a lot. Check out her website for more information or if yo7 would like to book her for a speaking engagement.

Check out the latest episode of The Real Hickory Podcast where Mike talks to Ryan Lovern of Commercial First Real Estate. Mike and Ryan discussed the hot and cold sectors of the local commercial real estate market and even a bit about how to start investing in commercial real estate. I learned a lot and hopefully you will too. For more information about Ryan and her business go to her website at CommercialFirst.net Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode of the podcast Mike talked with David Leonetti The Business Services and Redevelopment Manager with the City of Hickory. Mike and Dave discuss the progress of the City Walk and River walk, residential development in the Hickory area and how to nominate a local business for the "Business. Well Crafted." award.   Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast with Mike Kelly We talked to Rob Howard with Howard Building science to discuss the pocket neighborhood he is developing in Granite Falls NC. It is a neighborhood of 11 homes that is within walking distance of many stores and restaurants in Downtown Granite Falls. These homes will be super energy efficient and designed for healthy living. For more information you can go to www.dukestreetcottages.com Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode we are sharing where Mike was interviewed by Hal Row on WHKY radio on 6/7/22. They talked about where the local real estate market is at the midpoint of the year.  We hope you enjoy this conversation.

On this episode Mike talks to Tim Kerley Senior Mortgage Banker NMLS#448270 of Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group about how the local lending market is faring as we head toward the midpoint of 2022. Some of the topics discussed: *Advice for first time buyers *How interest rates are determined *Historical perspective of interest rates *Advice to self employed borrowers Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode we talk with Nathan Huret of HKY 4 Vets to talk about their program and how they are connecting Veterans to companies in our area to fill some of the open jobs in our community. I definitely learned a lot from our conversation and I hope you do as well. For more information on this great program go to hky4vets.com Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode we are sharing Mikes interview with Hal Row on WHKY a local radio station in Hickory NC. This time Mike was interviewed and they discussed the local housing market.  This recording  is being used with permission by WHKY. Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

I had not posted in awhile so I thought it would be a good time to talk about the market since the year end statistics are now out for our area. This one is a quick one but hopefully you get something out if it. Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

It is a pretty exciting time to live within an hour of Charlotte with all the growth around us and new people coming to the area. On this show we chatted with Shawn McIntosh Chief Fan Officer with the Charlotte Football Club that will be playing at Bank of America Stadium in February. In this interview we discuss why it is significant for our area to have an MLS team and what to expect the fan experiece to be like when the season starts. This is a great show to listen to if you are new to Major League Soccer and we are super pumped up for the upcoming season. For information about the team and ticket information go to www.CharlotteFootballClub.com You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

We talk a lot about why people should move to our area, and over the last few years a lot of people have. Today we talked with Scott and Brenda Ireland to talk about Newcomers of Catawba Valley. It is an organization 250 people strong that get together quite often and make the most out of living here. We talked about why they moved here, what they like about our area so far and how to get involved with their group if you are a newcomer as well. I think we had a great discussion and it should be helpful to anyone that has moved here recently or is thinking about moving to our area. If you have interest in Newcomers of Catawba Valle visit their website for more information. www.newcomersofcv.org  

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast Mike chats with Tim Kerley a Mortgage Lender (NMLS #448270, Licensed in NC) with Atlantic Bay Mortgage to discuss local lending in our area. Tim offered some great advice on how to make sure that you are pre-approved before you even make that offer. They also discussed some alternate loan products that could help someone get into a home. To reach Tim: timkerley@atlanticbay.com or www.atlanticbay.com/timkerley You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia  

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast Mike Chats with Local Comedian Jeremy Carswell about a local Comedy event he is organizing on 5/14 at Club Cabaret in Hickory. Jeremy talked to Mike about getting started in comedy and shared some good stories. This was a fun one so make sure you check it out. Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page.

On this episode Mike chats with Ashley Salinas Director of Marketing, Communications and Merchandise for the Hickory Crawdads. We talked about how the Crawdads will be handling safety this season and some of the awesome promotions they have planned as they prepare for Opening night on 5/11/2021. For more Information about this season and the team Click Here  Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast Mike talked to Noelle Wachter of Insights in Travel to discuss vacation and travel in the current environment and why using a travel advisor is a good idea. To Contact Noelle directly just visit her website at: www.InsightsInTravel.com You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.  Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836  For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia  

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast Mike talks to Jacky Eubanks, Planning Director with Catawba County about the development that is happening in the Sherrills Ford area. It is a pretty wide ranging discussion and Jacky gives out a ton of information about what is happening in the eastern part of the county.    To Contact Jacky you can email him at jeubanks@catawbacountync.gov   You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836    For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

For the final podcast of 2020 Mike talked to two of his agents Roseann Flowers and Jennifer Elkins to review the local market in 2020 and talk about where things are going in 2021. It was the first time we had a show with multiple guests and we packed in a lot of information.  Please subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify You can also see a video version of this on The Real Hickory Podcast Facebook page  our the HREG YouTube page. Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.    Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836    For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talks to local commercial real estate expert Ryan Lovern with Commercial First Real Estate in Hickory, NC. They have a wide ranging discussion about what is hot and what is not so hot in the commercial market today. They also discuss Opportunity zones and how some DOT changes might affect future development in our area. We promise that you will be much more informed after listening to this show.  For more information about Ryan and her Company go to www.CommercialFirst.net  Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talked to Mark Childers of Classic Home Renovations about the building and renovation process. There is a lot of really good information in here so we hope you enjoy it. Mark is a General Contractor in the Hickory area, and his company can be found at www.classichomerenovations.com  Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode we speak with Sarah Killian, Communications Specialist with the City of Hickory to talk about how things are progressing with the City Wak, The River Walk and the Trivium Business park. It was a very informative discussion and it is exciting to see how close we are to being able to enjoy Hickory in a whole new way. For more information on these projects go to https://www.hickorync.gov/bond-information  Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

Today we talked to Dr. David Peltzer about COVID-19 in our area and how it is transmitted and how we should be behaving to limit transmission. It was a good conversation and I hope people take heed and realize that wearing a mask in some public spaces is better than getting shut down again. Please feel free to share this because there is a lot of really good information. The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.      

On this episode Mike talks to Lindsay Keisler President and CEO of the Chamber of Catawba County (our local Chamber of Commerce). They have a great discussion on how The Chamber is helping local business stay informed and what they are doing to support them as things begin to open up. To keep in touch with what they are doing go to www.catawbachamber.org We also produced this in video format so if you want to watch that fo to youtube or check out the podcast facebook page.  Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

Today Mike talked with Tim Kerley of Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group in Hickory. Tim talked about how the mortgage industry is adapting in a post COVID-19 environment. Tim explained how interest rates are figured and what consumers need to know about forbearance. We even discuss local take out options and some TV shows that we are watching.  Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia  

Just Mike on this episode so it is short on time but has a ton of content. Discussion includes the local real estate market, some great people helping our community through this crazy time and some organizations that need our support. Please share with anyone you think it can help and hopefully we will be back in a couple weeks with our normal guest format.     he Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike chats with Beth Williams of Williams Law Firm in Hickory to discuss the closing attorney's role in the real estate transaction. They have a wide ranging discussion on why title insurance is important and even talk about things going on around the Hickory area. Give it a listen and share with your friends.  The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talks to Michelle Morgan, Executive Director of Women's Resource Center in Hickory. They talked about what WRC does for the community, upcoming events, and how they help local women. She also discussed how people can help via volunteering or donations.   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia  

On this episode Mike chats with Zack Cranford the founder of several local businesses in our area including Standard Oyster Co. in Hickory, Charolais Steakhouse in Hickory, Foothills Distillery in Conover, and Granny's Country Kitchen in Claremont.  Zack talks about how he got started in business right out of college and what it is like be a local business owner. They also discuss how positive the outlook is for our area with all of the great projects going on in Hickory, Newton and Conover.  Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode of The Real Hickory Podcast we talk to Christine Winn of Winn Apprasial Group about the real estate appraisal process and some of her favorite things about our area. There is a lot of information in this one and we hope that you enjoy it.  Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talks to Aaron Kohrs of Greenway Transportation. They discuss public transportation in our area and a little bit about what it is like to run for local public office. Hopefully you will learn some things about our area that you did not know before. For more info about Greenway go to www.MyGreenway.org Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talks to Cameron Bixby about Hickory Young Professionals (HYP) a networking group for local professionals 21-40 years old. They talk on a variety of topics including local food, swimming with sting rays and her day job at Catawba Insurance in Catawba NC. For more info about HYP go to www.HickoryHYP.com  For more info about Cameron's company go to: https://www.catawbainsurance.com/   Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talks with Romeo Heatherly of Romeo Heatherly Insurance in Hickory. On the show they discuss a business networking group he belongs to called BNI and how it has helped his business over the years. Listen as they discuss wide ranging topics from insurance, favorite Valley Hills mall store and where to get a good burger in Asheville.  To contact Romeo go to his website at www.RomeoIns.com    Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike chats with REALTOR Hope Halbert where they discuss getting into the real estate business, the state of the local market and even a little bit about ghosts. Follow Hope on Instagram @hopehalbertrealtor or check out her website at www.HopeHalbert.com Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike chats with Ryan Carroll of Full Metal Chicken on a couple cool topics. First they talk about the Lake Hickory Trails which is a mountain bike trail system in Hickory NC. They discuss how it was started and how people can enjoy it now. The conversation then shifts to Ryan's company Full Metal Chicken a local full service digital advertising agency. It is a great conversation where they talk about tips for social media and some things that many businesses are currently overlooking by accident. We hope you enjoy it and share with your friends.  Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On todays podcast Mike talked to Kim Lyke Holden Executive Director of the Catawba County Partnership for Children. She has been in this role for 21 years and has lived in the Hickory Area since the mid 90's.  The Catawba County Partnership for Children has several programs for Pre-K children and their parents that most people do not know about. For more information on the programs offered go to www.CatawbaKids.com  or call 828-695-6501 Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

On this episode Mike talks to Mandy Pitts Hildebrand CEO of the Hickory-Conover Tourism Development Authority also known as the Hickory Metro Convention Center and Visitors Bureau.  Mandy has been in this role for almost 4 years and previously was the Communications and Brand director for the City of Hickory. Mandy is a Hickory native and is really committed to our areas success.  Today they discussed the types of events hosted at the convention center and the types of things that draw people to visit our area. It is a great discussion and if you like it please share it with others.  To learn more go to VisitHickoryMetro.com Podcast Credits: The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined. Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836 For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

This week Mike talked with Ryan Lovern of Commercial First Real Estate in Hickory, NC. Ryan has been doing commercial real estate in our area for years and offers us a different take on what is going on in our hometown. On this episode Mike and Ryan discuss how the bond program is helping the local commercial market, opportunity zones and even why you need to pay attention to posted signs on peoples property.  There is a lot of great information in this episode and we hope you enjoy it.  Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

This week Mike interviews one of HREG's top agents Erin Hunt. Erin has only been in the business a couple years but has really hit the ground running and is doing very well so far in her career.  Mike and Erin talk about the current market, and what it is like to get into the real estate business.  Mike also breaks out a new segment this week where he asks 10 quick fire questions and Erin gets to be the first one to answer.   To contact Erin go to her website SoldByErinHunt.com or follow her on Instagram @erin_hunt_realtor_  Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

This week Mike talked to Kelly Stewart of Run Time Races to talk about his business and how he is able to help organizations in our area raise money for charitable causes.  A big topic of conversation concerned the upcoming Charity Chase Half Marathon that is happening in Hickory on 4/13/19. Kelly gives us a glimpse into what charities are being helped and information on where to sign up if you want to run.    Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.  Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

This week Mike sat down with Lindsay Keisler President & CEO of the Catawba County Chamber of Commerce. Lindsay gives a great explanation of what the chamber does and also talks about some of the programs that they are working on to make life better in our area especially for the local business community. I promise you will learn a lot if you are into that sort of thing.    Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly. Please subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and give us a good rating if you are so inclined.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

Today Mike was interviewed on WHKY, a local radio station in the Hickory NC Area. They provided us with the audio from the show so we are sharing it with a quick intro but otherwise unedited. Mike has been an advertiser with WHKY in the past and the Hal Row is a local treasure. It was an honor to be on his show and hopefully the listeners got something of value from our talk.  Podcast Credits: Radio show was recoded on 3/4/19 at WHKY PO Box 1059 Hickory, NC 28603 828-322-1290 Fax 828-322-8256 whky.com The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from Mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to Mike directly.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

This week we talked to Kevin Mc Millan who has an insurance office in Newton NC. We discussed how to get into the insurance business, tips for getting homeowners insurance and things to look out for when picking an insurance company. It was a great conversation and Kevin was very informative. Kevin even talked about some past horror stories he has heard about in his years in the business. I really think you will like our discussion. To contact Kevin reach out to him via email at kevin@protectingcarolina.com    Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to mike directly.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

This weeks episode features Dave Leonetti the Business Services Manager with the City of Hickory. This show features discussion about the progress on the bond referendum and the future of the Hickory Trail system. They also discuss some similarities between Pawnee Indiana and Hickory NC and there is also a little bit of South Jersey/Philly talk.  If you are interested in creating a business in Hickory or just want more information about the future plans of Hickory reach out to Dave via email at dleonetti@hickorync.gov    Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization. If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast or advertising opportunities reach out to mike directly.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia

For this weeks podcast Mike was flying solo and it is a pretty short episode. Mike talked about how the market is going so far this year and gave some advice for some inexpensive curb appeal by sprucing up the area around your front door.  Next week Mike will have Dave Leonetti from the City of Hickory on to talk about what he does for the city and also to give an update on the City Walk and River Walk projects. If you have any questions for Dave let Mike know and he will try to get them answered.  Thanks for Listening.    Podcast Credits:   The Real Hickory Podcast is hosted by Mike Kelly Jr. President of Hickory Real Estate Group Inc. The opinions and views on the show are from mike and do not reflect the views of any other organization.   Music Author miguelji Title Blues Groove https://audiojungle.net/item/blues-groove/102836   For any queries related to this document or license please contact Envato Support via https://help.author.envato.com Envato Pty Ltd (ABN 11 119 159 741) PO Box 16122, Collins Street West, VIC 8007, Australia