We are Hooven Inc. Real Estate
Based in Four Oaks, Hooven Inc. Real Estate proudly serves communities across Central and Eastern NC, helping clients discover the value, opportunity, and lifestyle the area has to offer.
Whether assisting first-time homebuyers, families searching for more space, sellers preparing to list their property, or clients relocating to the area, we believe every real estate experience should be handled with care and professionalism. We understand that no two clients are the same and takes pride in creating a personalized experience tailored to each client’s unique goals.
When you work with us, you can expect responsive communication, local market knowledge, and a commitment to putting your needs first from start to finish.
We are an Equal Housing Opportunity company.
About Paula Hooven
I am a southern girl! I was born in Tennessee and raised in Alabama. My husband is from North Carolina. We were in Del Rio, TX and were transferred here. We have four children, three sons and one daughter, seven grandchildren and one greatdaughter.
I love working with people and I am here to help because as you know when you are buying or selling property in today's real estate market, it's important to have confidence in your real estate professional. My commitment as your local REALTOR® is to provide you with the specialized real estate service you deserve. When you are an informed buyer or seller, you'll make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime. That's why my goal is to keep you informed on trends in the marketplace using the latest statistics in your local area.
With property values continuing to rise, real estate is a sound investment for now and for the future. As a local area expert with knowledge of the communities, my objective is to work diligently to assist you in meeting your real estate goals. If you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.
About Amanda Alfonso Gaugh
Amanda Alfonso Gaugh is a dedicated Realtor with Hooven Inc. Real Estate, proudly serving Eastern North Carolina for the past seven years. She is known for going above and beyond to help buyers, sellers, and landowners reach their real estate goals with confidence.
Before real estate, Amanda was a hairstylist and proud Marine wife, experiences that shaped her strong work ethic, adaptability, and passion for helping others through life transitions. As a homeschool mom of three and veteran wife, she understands the importance of finding not just a house, but a place to truly call home.
Guided by her Christian faith and commitment to service, Amanda brings honesty, personalized guidance, and genuine care to every transaction. Whether helping first-time buyers, military families relocating, sellers maximizing their value, or clients purchasing land, she is dedicated to making the process smooth and stress-free.
Born in Smithfield and raised in the Cleveland Community of Johnston County, North Carolina, on a family tobacco farm, Keli offers deep local roots and firsthand insight into the area’s growth—from rural communities to thriving neighborhoods. After attending Cleveland School from kindergarten through 8th grade—the same “old Cleveland” school her parents and many family members attended from 1st through 12th—Keli went on to South Johnston High School, further expanding her familiarity with that area of the county. Now based in Clayton, she brings extensive knowledge of everything from major retail hubs to locally owned hidden gems, helping clients find not just a home, but the right lifestyle.
Known for being loyal, compassionate, and patient, Keli takes an intuitive approach—listening closely to both what clients say and what they don’t—to uncover the best opportunities and highlight overlooked value.
As a lifelong multi-sport athlete and experienced travel softball coach, she brings strong work ethic, adaptability, calm focus under pressure, and sharp communication and problem-solving skills to every transaction.
Keli’s experience varies from first-time homebuyers, those seeking room to grow, clients purchasing vacation properties, investors, those relocating, and those looking to downsize, guiding each through every step of the process with care, clarity, and confidence. After helping her mother navigate real estate decisions following her father’s passing—and gaining firsthand insight into the unique options, concerns, and considerations seniors face—Keli developed a desire for serving this demographic. This experience led her to pursue certification as a Senior Real Estate Specialist after becoming a licensed real estate agent, allowing her to better support this often-overlooked group that has always held a special place in her heart.
Outside of real estate, she enjoys cooking and baking generation family recipes and requests from others, reading vintage cookbooks and suspense novels, spending time with family and friends, and organizing pantries, closets, drawers, and home spaces—finding joy in creating functional, clutter-free environments that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable.
About Keli Adams
