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The Decor Edit with Farha Syed

Summary

In this episode, Dr. Chris Coetzer welcomes interior designer Farha Syed back to discuss her latest venture — The Decor Edit (https://thedecoredit.net), a new platform designed for homeowners who want to update their spaces independently with professional guidance. Farha shares how her designer-curated quizzes, concept boards, and shopping lists empower users to create beautiful, cohesive spaces without hiring a full-service designer.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How The Decor Edit helps homeowners design their own spaces with confidence

• The simple process behind Farha’s style quiz and design packages

• Why curated, designer-approved pieces create lasting value

• How affiliate partnerships make the process seamless and trustworthy

• The differences between DIY, “done-with-you,” and “done-for-you” design options

• Tips for recognizing your personal aesthetic before starting a home project

Ready to transform your space? Take the free design style quiz at The Decor Edit, explore your personalized style, and start creating a home you’ll love. Share the link with friends or family who’ve just moved or are updating their homes — and take the first step toward smarter design today.

Farha Syed Design: https://www.farhasyeddesign.com
The Decor Edit: https://thedecoredit.net

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Properties Sold in Cary, NC for Week of 31 October 2025 (Data source: Redfin)

Please note that we exclude land sales and condos. Here are a few statistics based on the sales from this past week.

*The median price being lower than the average (mean) sale price in this case typically suggests that there are a few higher-priced properties pulling the average up.

**The median price being higher than the average (mean) sale price in this case typically suggests that there are a few lower-priced properties pulling the average down.

The number of Single Family Homes sold by Postal Code:

• 27511: 5 homes sold, Median Price: $655,000

• 27513: 2 homes sold, Median Price: $645,000

• 27518: 1 home sold, Median Price: $725,000

• 27519: 3 homes sold, Median Price: $641,000

The top 10 single family homes

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109 Charlemagne Ct, Cary, NC 27511 
Sold Price:  $1,155,800 |  Beds:  4 |  Baths:  3 |  Size:  3,510 sq ft

113 Beckingham Loop, Cary, NC 27519 
Sold Price:  $870,000 |  Beds:  3 |  Baths:  2 |  Size:  2,785 sq ft

220 Rosenberry Hills Dr, Cary, NC 27513 
Sold Price:  $825,000 |  Beds:  4 |  Baths:  2 |  Size:  3,268 sq ft

4049 Franks Creek Dr, Cary, NC 27518 
Sold Price:  $725,000 |  Beds:  4 |  Baths:  3 |  Size:  2,705 sq ft

104 Penny Ln, Cary, NC 27511 
Sold Price:  $685,000 |  Beds:  3 |  Baths:  2 |  Size:  1,650 sq ft

103 Shriver Ct, Cary, NC 27511 
Sold Price:  $655,000 |  Beds:  3 |  Baths:  3 |  Size:  2,525 sq ft

1510 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27511 
Sold Price:  $650,000 |  Beds:  4 |  Baths:  3 |  Size:  2,628 sq ft

1604 Vineyard Mist Dr, Cary, NC 27519 
Sold Price:  $641,000 |  Beds:  3 |  Baths:  3 |  Size:  2,047 sq ft

509 Holtz Ln, Cary, NC 27511 
Sold Price:  $610,000 |  Beds:  3 |  Baths:  3 |  Size:  1,946 sq ft

519 Garendon Dr, Cary, NC 27519 
Sold Price:  $530,000 |  Beds:  3 |  Baths:  2 |  Size:  1,750 sq ft

The top 5 townhomes sold

713 Churton Pl, Cary, NC 27518 
Sold Price   $530,000 |   Beds   3 |   Baths   3 |   Size   1,901 sq ft

713 Finnbar Dr, Cary, NC 27519 
Sold Price   $467,000 |   Beds   2 |   Baths   2 |   Size   1,425 sq ft

732 Hornchurch Loop, Cary, NC 27519 
Sold Price   $456,200 |   Beds   2 |   Baths   2 |   Size   1,430 sq ft

449 Christian Creek Pl, Cary, NC 27519 
Sold Price   $440,000 |   Beds   3 |   Baths   2 |   Size   2,044 sq ft

119 Jo Anne Cir, Cary, NC 27513 
Sold Price   $305,000 |   Beds   3 |   Baths   2 |   Size   1,447 sq ft

Click Here For the Full List of All Properties Sold Last Week

Disclaimer: The information provided in this newsletter is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or real estate advice. The authors and publishers of this newsletter are not liable for any financial or investment decisions made based on this content.

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