Spearheading Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts in Western North Carolina with Starr Franklin
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Release Date: 12/12/2024
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info_outlineWhat happens when a hurricane turns your world upside down? Starr Franklin chats with us to share how she balanced real estate, community service, and a whole lot of grit in the wake of Hurricane Helene. From climbing mountains to delivering baby supplies to navigating bears and power outages, Starr reveals the human side of real estate in times of crisis. Tune in to hear how she turned chaos into connection and get inspired to make a difference in your own community!
Key takeaways to listen for
- The unique challenges of practicing real estate in disaster-affected areas
- How Starr leveraged her local connections to deliver essential supplies
- The importance of grassroots community efforts in disaster recovery
- Why rural communities face unique struggles during natural disasters
- A call for better disaster response from local and federal governments
- Balancing personal resilience and professional commitment during a crisis
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About Starr Franklin
Starr is a lifelong resident of Western North Carolina and has over 25 years of expertise in real estate. Specializing in single-family homes, construction, commercial properties, multi-family units, land sales, and relocation services—particularly for military families—she is dedicated to helping clients find their dream homes.
A devoted wife, proud mother to three children (including an active-duty Army soldier), and grandmother to two, Starr values family and service. With over 13 years as part of a top-performing team, she is committed to empowering clients with knowledge, integrity, and exceptional service to make informed decisions. For Starr, helping others unlock the door to a new chapter is both a calling and a privilege.
Connect with Starr
- Website: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
- Facebook: Starr M Franklin
- Instagram: @starrmfranklin
- YouTube: Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone Number: 828-308-7485 | 828-322-1005
Connect with Leigh
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