
Rebecca Adams Starrs, Frank Adams, Jeff Adams
In 2025, Helen Adams Realty will proudly celebrate its 50th anniversary. This remarkable milestone not only highlights half a century of real estate excellence but also underscores our deep roots in the local community. As a locally owned and operated company, we remain committed to the values on which our founder, Helen Adams, built this business.
Honoring Our Founder
When Helen Adams opened the doors to Helen Adams Realty in 1975, she set a bold vision: to build a real estate company defined by trust, professionalism, and an unwavering focus on the client. Helen’s entrepreneurial spirit, combined with her commitment to the community, became the foundation of a legacy that continues to thrive today. Her pioneering efforts paved the way for generations of real estate professionals, and her values continue to guide our company forward.

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A Proud Past, A Focused Future
As we reflect on our proud past, we also look to a bright and focused future. The transition in leadership from Jeff Adams to Rebecca and Frank Adams ensures that our company remains firmly rooted in family leadership. Jeff's dedication has been instrumental in guiding Helen Adams Realty over the years, and while Rebecca and Frank now lead the way, Jeff will remain intimately involved, continuing to provide his experience and wisdom to our team. This seamless transition marks a new chapter—one that honors our history while embracing innovation and growth.
"As I look back on the company's history and think about the future to come, I couldn't be more proud," shared Jeff Adams. "It has been an honor to take on and build upon my mother's legacy and to grow a business that has attracted our children to work alongside Patty and me. We are very fortunate and I'm grateful to have the opportunity to celebrate 50 years."
We recently wrote about this journey in our blog, Proud Past, Focused Future, where we shared how staying true to our roots while planning for the years ahead allows us to better serve our agents, staff, and clients. It’s a powerful reminder that our success stems from balancing time-tested values with forward-thinking strategies.

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Gratitude for 50 Years of Trust
Our 50th anniversary is not only a celebration of our company’s journey but also an opportunity to express our deepest gratitude to the people who made it possible. To our agents and staff: your hard work, passion, and dedication have been the heartbeat of this company for five decades. To our clients: your trust and loyalty have allowed us to grow, thrive, and serve this community we call home. We simply could not have achieved this milestone without your support.
Thank you for being part of this incredible journey with us. Helen Adams Realty is more than a company—it’s a family, a community, and a legacy. Here’s to the next 50 years of serving you with the same trust, care, and excellence that Helen envisioned in 1975.
Together, we celebrate our proud past and look ahead to a promising future.

JeffAdams, Laurens Adams Threlkeld, Rebecca Adams Starrs, Patty Adams, Eliza Adams, Frank Adams