Black Mountain, North Carolina is a small town with quaint, walkable streets and some of the area’s best mountain views. Located about 20 minutes from Asheville, Black Mountain moves at a slower pace, offering visitors a chance to relax, shop, hike, and enjoy delicious biscuits, coffee, beer, and more. If you’re looking for a place to camp in the area, check out our list below of the best Continue Reading
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A Guide to Golf Courses in the Asheville, NC Area
Asheville, North Carolina is home to some of the nation’s most beautiful golf courses, and whether you’re a longtime player or a beginner, great golfing awaits you in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Below we’ve gathered some of the best public and private golf courses and resorts in the Asheville area. We've even included some information on Asheville disc golf and mini golf courses to try. Where are Continue Reading
Contingent vs. Pending vs. Under Contract – What’s the Difference in Real Estate?
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 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
Montford, NC Neighborhood Spotlight: History, Amenities, and Real Estate
When you first enter the historic Montford neighborhood in Asheville, North Carolina, the elegant homes, gentle shade of the trees above, and relaxing atmosphere will make you feel as if you’ve traveled back in time. Montford is one of Asheville’s most desirable neighborhoods, and in this post, we’ll cover what makes Montford so unique and how you can make it your home. Where is the Montford Continue Reading
Biltmore Park, NC Neighborhood Spotlight: History, Amenities, and Real Estate
Biltmore Park is a planned community just south of downtown Asheville, NC. Brimming with charm, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, and filled with a wide assortment of restaurants and shops, Biltmore Park has become one of Asheville’s most desirable neighborhoods. In this post, we’ll take a look at Biltmore Park’s history, amenities, and homes for sale. What is Biltmore Park? Biltmore Park Continue Reading
Coronavirus in Asheville: Impact on People, Economy, & Real Estate
This article is being updating as new developments take place and new information becomes available. This article was most recently updated on May 23, 2020. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, we have been asked numerous times what we think COVID-19 will mean for the Asheville area, including the real estate market. In this post, we discuss the latest developments and what we’ve seen so far in Continue Reading
Waterfalls Near Asheville, NC: An Introductory Guide
We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t go chasing waterfalls” - but if you’re visiting Asheville, North Carolina, it’s definitely worth it to chase a waterfall or two. Waterfalls are some of the most spectacular natural attractions in the mountains around Asheville, and for good reason. It’s truly mesmerizing to watch the powerful falls rush over cliffs into sparkling basins below, and the scenic 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
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