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
Asheville Real Estate Market
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
Asheville NC School Ratings: Considerations when Buying a Home
Moving to a new place takes a lot of research and initiative. For families with children, knowing what type of neighborhood they’re moving to and what the surrounding school districts have to offer is usually top of the list. If you’re considering moving to Asheville, NC, we’ve already got a lot of that figured out for you. To help decide which schools and neighborhoods are a good fit for your Continue Reading
5 Reasons the Asheville Real Estate Market will Soften in 2020 (and 5 Reasons it Won’t)
As we prepare for the upcoming listing season, we’re often asked what we expect the Asheville real estate market to do in 2020. We’re well into the 9th year of a real estate bull market in the Asheville area, and that has many people wondering if the market will soon enter a downturn. In this post, we’ll look at 5 reasons the Asheville market could soften in 2020, and also 5 reasons the market Continue Reading
Fall in Asheville, NC: Hikes, Festivals, & Fall Colors
Fall in Asheville, NC is the favorite time of the year for many residents and visitors alike. The heat of summer has finally broken. The days are still moderately warm but the evenings are markedly cooler. And, there are still just as many outdoor activities to enjoy in the fall as there are in the summer. Not only does fall offer some of Asheville’s best weather of the year, along with Continue Reading
Investing in Multifamily Properties in Asheville, NC
Investing in multi-family real estate is a great way to build long-term wealth, as well as generate monthly income. In this post, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of investing in multi-family properties, the types of multi-family real estate available in the Asheville market, and the steps to evaluating multi-family investment opportunities. What is Multi-Family Real Estate? Multi-family real Continue Reading
Cheshire Village in Black Mountain: History & About this Unique Community
The Village of Cheshire is one of the most unique communities in the Asheville, NC area. It’s also one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Black Mountain. It is set apart in Black Mountain as the only Traditional Neighborhood Development or “TND” in town. In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of Cheshire, as well as what to expect when considering different types of Cheshire Village Continue Reading
The Definitive Guide for a First Time Home Buyer in NC
Buying a home in North Carolina for the first time may seem like a daunting process, especially for first time home buyers. But it can actually be an enjoyable process, especially if you have a good understanding of how the process works, what type of financing programs you can choose from, and what down payment assistance is available. The first step to buying a home is to get Continue Reading
Biltmore Forest NC: Neighborhood Spotlight
Our neighborhood spotlight articles are a great way to get an overview of a particular community. In this article, we’ll discuss Biltmore Forest, which is surely one of the most unique communities in all of North Carolina, let alone the Asheville, NC area. What is Biltmore Forest? Biltmore Forest is unique in several ways. First, Biltmore Forest, NC is not just a neighborhood; it is actually an Continue Reading
