2025 in Review: A Year of Growth, Gratitude, and Connection

By Cynthia Quarantello

Cynthia Quarantello is an award-winning Real Estate Agent specializing in buying and selling homes throughout the Triangle area. She holds advanced degrees in advertising, marketing, and business, which enable her to provide exceptional service to her clients.

As we move through 2026, it feels important to pause and reflect on what truly shaped the year behind us.

Looking back on 2025, the focus was never just on transactions or timelines. It was about supporting people through some of the biggest decisions of their lives and being present during moments that carry real meaning. Buying or selling a home often marks the beginning of a new chapter, and it remains a privilege to guide clients through those transitions with care, clarity, and intention.

Throughout the year, we also celebrated meaningful wins and milestones as a team. Those moments served as reminders of the importance of collaboration and trust in this work. Real estate is not just about properties changing hands. It is about relationships built over time, thoughtful communication, and showing up consistently for the people who rely on us.

From a results standpoint, 2025 brought steady and rewarding momentum. We closed 39 listings and helped 28 buyers move forward with their next chapter. While those numbers reflect a strong year, what matters most is the story behind each one. Every closing represents a goal achieved, a transition navigated, and a future taking shape.

“Every closing represents a goal achieved, a transition navigated, and a future taking shape.”

What stands out most as we look back is gratitude. Gratitude for the clients who trusted us with important decisions, for the relationships that deepened along the way, and for the team that continued to show up with professionalism and heart. Those connections are the foundation of everything we do and the reason this work continues to feel meaningful.

As 2026 unfolds, I’m carrying those lessons forward with an open heart and a sense of optimism. The experiences and relationships built in 2025 created a strong foundation for what comes next, and I look forward to continuing this journey together.

If you’re thinking about your next move, have questions about the market, or simply want to talk through your options, I’m always here as a resource. Reach out to us at (919) 891-3612 or cynthia@cqrealtygroup.com. I’d be happy to connect and help you plan your next chapter.