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
Selling Tips
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’s MLS Now Features “Coming Soon” Listings
The Asheville real estate market remains very strong, especially in the more affordable price ranges. It's February as I write this, and this is typically the slowest time of year in terms of inventory. Let's take a look at the current inventory figures. Current Inventory Now that inventory levels have bottomed out, it's time to start thinking about the spring listing season. Many sellers Continue Reading
Professional Real Estate Photography May Result in a Higher Selling Price
As a realtor that has been in the business since 2006, I have seen a lot of listings and a wide variety of quality for the photography in those listings. From high-end luxury homes with magazine-quality photography to out-of-focus photos that were uploaded to MLS upside-down (seriously), photography among real estate listings runs the full spectrum. I am always amazed when I see a high-end home Continue Reading
How a Real Estate Agency Works in North Carolina
In Western North Carolina, there are 3 primary ways a real estate agent can represent a buyer or seller in a transaction. These are Seller's Agent, Buyer's Agent, and Dual Agent. Seller's Agent The seller's agent, or listing agent, is just that. He or she works for the seller and is trying to sell the listed property. Frequently, buyers call seller's agents to show them a house. This is Continue Reading
