Dana Messick
About Dana
Dana Messick ? REALTOR®
I always say "I come with a 'warning label": I don't sugarcoat things. Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions of your life, and you deserve honesty, transparency, and someone who will walk beside you every step of the way. My philosophy is simple?your home should be a blessing, not a burden.
I don't just set clients up on auto-lists and hope something sticks. Instead, I take time to truly understand your needs, and look for both on and off-market opportunities?to save you time and help you locate the right property. As a seller's agent, I work every lead and market your property in all different platforms as well as self-promote, so we can get your land or home sold quickly.
Why Real Estate?
My path here wasn't a straight line - it was a crossroads. After graduating from Appalachian State University, I got married and spent several years working in customer service in the furniture industry. When I became a mother, I stayed home with our children while working part-time and spent 15 years in various capacities in our local public schools. To fit our family's needs best, I knew I needed a career that offered both flexibility and purpose, I found myself at life's crossroads. My father suggested real estate sales and I thought, "Ok, why not try?" I started my real estate education and studied while delivering groceries and meals. I have delivered a lot of food over the past 7 years too! I always lean on my faith to guide my next steps. Six and a half years later, I can't imagine doing anything else.
My Roots
I live in rural Hickory, NC - near a little place locals call Propst Crossroads. It's a fitting name, because crossroads define so much of my story and the way I serve my clients. Just like those country roads lead to Newton, Lincolnton, Vale, or Hickory, buying or selling a home is often about choosing the next direction in life. My role is to help you navigate that decision with confidence.
Beyond Real Estate
I am a wife of Larry and mother of three adult children, Luke, Noah, and my daughter-in-law Sarah. We have a dog, Remy, and a cat, Buffy. My parents are still actively living across the field in the house I grew up in. I love spending time with my friends who are part of my family as well.
When I'm not serving clients, you'll find me at home cooking, writing, baking, doing home projects, or sneaking in a nap. I'm a lifelong musician, playing flute and singing. I volunteer as a flutist and choir member at Corinth Reformed Church in Hickory.
I like sneaking down to Florida for a few days throughout the year to spend time with my brother and I have my Florida Real Estate Salesperson's license serving Tampa Bay. While I do not plan on becoming a permanent resident at this time, I am licensed to help my family members and friends as needed. I have a great team of agents in that area that you can trust. Contact me for a referral!
What You Can Expect
? Honest guidance
? Hands-on support through every step of the process
? Local expertise in the Catawba Valley area
? A commitment to making sure your transaction is as stress free as possible
Whether you're buying, selling, or just praying about your next move?call me. Let's navigate to the crossroads and take a different direction together....
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