Thinking about buying a home in an HOA community? There’s a new question you may want to add to your due-diligence checklist: Does the neighborhood use surveillance cameras or license plate readers?

Homeowners associations are increasingly turning to technology to improve neighborhood security and monitor community activity. Automatic …

If you’ve bought or sold a home before, you probably have a general idea of what an appraisal looks like: an appraiser visits the property, reviews comparable sales, evaluates the home’s condition and features, and produces a report for the lender.

But the appraisal process is getting a …

If you’ve been watching the Western North Carolina real estate market lately, you may have noticed something different.

Homes are taking longer to sell, buyers have more choices, & sellers are negotiating more. Some properties are experiencing price reductions, & buyers aren't necessarily rushing to write an offer …

Buying or selling a home is a major financial decision, and few things can create more uncertainty during a real estate transaction than discovering mold.

Mold itself isn't always a deal-breaker. But whether you're buying or selling, it is important to understand what caused it, how extensive the …

When a home has been sitting on the market longer than expected, the conversation often goes straight to one thing: “Should we lower the price?”

Sometimes the answer is yes. Pricing correctly is one of the most important parts of a successful sale. However, a price reduction isn't …

The Weaverville, NC real estate market is shifting. After several years of intense competition and rapidly rising prices, buyers now have more choices, sellers are facing more competition, and pricing correctly has become more important than ever.

A More Balanced Market

Current market data shows that Weaverville …

If you've looked up your property on the Buncombe County tax website recently, you may have wondered:

"Is this what my home is worth?"

The short answer is no.

While your property's tax value can provide some information, it should never be used as a …

If you've ever walked a steep mountain property in Western North Carolina, you've probably wondered: How are property setbacks measured on a hillside?

It's a common question, especially for buyers looking to build on vacant land or homeowners planning an addition. Many people assume setbacks are measured by …

If you've been following real estate news, you've probably heard about the recently passed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. While much of the legislation focuses on long-term housing solutions, it could have a meaningful impact on the Western North Carolina housing market, including Asheville, …

If you're thinking about selling your home this summer, don't underestimate the power of curb appeal. First impressions matter, and one of the quickest, most affordable ways to make your home stand out is by adding colorful annual flowers to your landscape.

Annuals bloom for a single growing …