Laurel Ridge is a gated community located about five minutes north of Black Mountain, NC. Nestled into the mountains, Laurel Ridge was created with its natural setting in mind. The community offers breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, an abundance of native plants and wildlife, and privacy for homeowners seeking peace and quiet. In this post, we’ll look at Laurel Ridge’s location, Continue Reading
Asheville Real Estate Market
What You Should Know About Asheville Property Appraisers
Do I Need a Property Appraisal to Buy or Sell An Asheville, NC Home? Newer Asheville, NC homeowners who haven’t bought or sold real estate before may be unaware of what a home appraisal or appraiser is, or whether they need one in order to buy or sell their Asheville, NC property in the first place. In this post, we'll shine some light on what you should know about Asheville, NC property and real Continue Reading
What Are the Top Home Builders in Asheville?
Choosing the right home builder is just as important as choosing an existing home. The process should be done carefully and thoroughly. We’re here to help you with that. Thinking of making your next home in Western North Carolina? We’ve gathered some of the top home builders around the Asheville, NC area and broken them down into categories for your convenience. Are you looking for a small, Continue Reading
Real Estate Photography in Asheville
Real Estate Photography in Asheville One of our favorite parts of marketing real estate listings is the photography! Real estate photos are crucial to our other marketing steps, and it's always fun to see just how beautiful a home looks with professional photography. A true professional can take advantage of a home's lighting to make its features really appeal to buyers. There are several Continue Reading
Contingent vs. Pending vs. Under Contract – What’s the Difference in Real Estate?
What’s the difference between a listing that says 'Contingent' as opposed to 'Pending' or 'Under Contract?' This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get from real estate buyers. In this article, we’ll define each of these listing statuses, discuss why you may see the same listing under a different status on different websites, and explain the finer details about what these statuses Continue Reading
6 Reasons to List your Home for Sale this Fall
After a wild summer of 2020, our local real estate market has entered what is historically a slower time of year. In a normal (non-pandemic) year, late August and most of September provide some time for real estate transactions to close, but not as many new purchase agreements are signed during this time. This is because summer vacations to the mountains of Western North Carolina have come to an Continue Reading
Biltmore Lake, NC Neighborhood Spotlight: History, Amenities, and Real Estate
Biltmore Lake is a planned luxury community about 20 minutes from downtown Asheville. As you drive through Biltmore Lake, peaceful streets lined with craftsman homes and gorgeous gardens welcome you in as you approach Enka Lake, the neighborhood’s centerpiece. In this post, we’ll take a look at Biltmore Lake’s history, amenities, and homes for sale. Where is Biltmore Lake? Biltmore Lake is Continue Reading
Coronavirus in Asheville: Impact on People, Economy, & Real Estate
Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, we have seen a lot of adjustments in the Asheville real estate market. This affects the supply of new homes for sale, the demand for homes, and of course how we market and show real estate listings. For the latest on market statistics, including current inventory levels, check out our real estate market update page. For more information on how we are Continue Reading
Are Zillow Zestimates Accurate?
A few years ago, we wrote an article about the accuracy of Zillow Zestimates. At the time, we pointed out that Zillow based their Zestimates on quantitative data, such as square footage, year built, number of bedrooms, etc. Since then, Zillow has made improvements to its algorithm to include other factors in its Zestimates. But there are still some things that you should consider when looking at Continue Reading
How to Calculate Closing Costs on a Home in NC
How to calculate real estate closing costs when buying or selling a home in North Carolina is probably the most frequently asked question we receive. This is especially true for sellers who are deciding how to respond to an offer and for buyers who are trying to figure out how much cash they will need at closing. In this post, we’re going to explain the typical NC closing costs for both buyers and Continue Reading
