Over the past few years, smart technology has really blossomed into a huge market. With more-and-more devices offering connectivity and lower prices, almost all households have some kind of smart device in their home. While some smart devices are simply “nice to have,” many can actually increase the value of your Asheville home; if you […]

Make a Competitive Offer in the Asheville Real Estate Market Most areas of the country are experiencing a brisk real estate market. Well priced homes are moving quickly and often sellers have multiple offers from which to choose. Here in Asheville, North Carolina we are experiencing the same market.  How can you make your offer […]

Homeownership is the American Dream, right? Owning a place to call home, being able to paint the walls purple if you want, having your very own backyard— that’s what everyone wants, isn’t it? The reality is there are pros and cons for buying a house. Understanding them can help you make the best decision for […]

You’ve done everything right so far; you’ve found a great lender, received a pre-approval and submitted your loan package for final approval. Now you’re done, right? Wrong. Until you close on your new loan, it’s more important than ever to keep your credit steady; most lenders perform one last credit check right before they fund […]

Drum roll please – Pantone has chosen Classic Blue as their official color of the year! Over the past couple of years, bold colors on walls have become commonplace in designer magazines and new model homes. Bucking the old guidance of using bland, light hues to make rooms look larger, deep greens, rich reds and […]

Owning a home can be one of the most important parts of a satisfying lifestyle. The joy of coming home to someplace you can call your very own offers security and comfort. Yet owning an Asheville NC home comes with responsibilities as well; maintaining the home in proper condition is critical to avoid larger problems […]

Buying a home in Asheville NC is one of the largest financial transactions most people make in a lifetime. In addition to saving for the down payment, there are many other costs associated with buying a home, such as home inspections, appraisals and escrow fees are all considered closing costs and are out of pocket […]

Are you planning to sell your home in Asheville NC? Regardless if this is your first time as a home seller, or maybe you’ve sold a home in the past, understanding the selling process can assure you that things are done smoothly. Successful transactions don’t just happen; it takes experience and professionals to navigate from […]

Over the past few decades, the way we view homeownership has changed. Unlike previous generations who bought a home with a 30-year mortgage and celebrated the day they made their last payment, today’s home buyers rarely stay in their home that long. As a result, the way we view mortgages has changed as well and […]

Everyone wants to time their home purchase “just right.” Ideally, the picture-perfect “buyer’s market”  there are plenty of well-priced listings, low-interest rates and a slow-moving real estate market where the buyer has plenty of time to decide on an offer. The reality is that the current Asheville home market is a fast-paced environment where the […]