Asheville, North Carolina has become one of the South’s most desirable vacation spots, with many visitors flocking to this small city in Western North Carolina each year. While it is undoubtedly popular with tourists, you may be wondering, “Is Asheville, NC a good place to live?” Keep reading to learn about this city’s population, cost of living and culture in Asheville, as well as reasons we Continue Reading
Asheville Real Estate Market
What Does a Buyer’s Agent Do: 5 Reasons to Use a Buyer’s Agent
If you’re planning to buy a home soon, you may be wondering, “Do I need a buyer’s agent?” On top of that, you may be thinking, “Wait, what does a buyer’s agent do?” We’re here to explain. While you can buy on your own, working with a buyer’s agent comes with many benefits that you won’t want to miss. Below, we’ll dive into the role of a buyer’s agent, reasons to work with an agent when buying a Continue Reading
Your Guide to Capital Gains Tax in North Carolina
If you’re preparing to sell your home in Western North Carolina, you may be wondering whether you’ll be subject to capital gains taxes on the sale of your property. You might be thinking, “What exactly does this tax apply to, and how do I avoid paying capital gains taxes?” We’re here to help. Keep reading to learn more about the federal capital gains tax on real estate, what taxes you can expect Continue Reading
Selling a House in Asheville, NC: A Step-by-Step Guide
Most homeowners put their homes on the market with the hope or expectation that it will sell quickly. Just how fast your home will sell will depend on several factors, including what you do to prepare your home for the market, how your home is priced, and what is done to market your home to buyers. And as a general rule, homes that sell fast typically sell for a higher percentage of list price. Continue Reading
Freestone Properties partners with Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
Freestone Properties is thrilled to announce that we have partnered with Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks! Founded in 1957, Allen Tate is the Carolinas’ largest real estate company based on closed sales volume, with more than 70 offices and 1,800 Realtors in the Charlotte, Triad, Triangle, High Country, Highland/Cashiers and Asheville/Mountain regions of North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina. Continue Reading
For Sale By Owner Pros and Cons in NC – Your Guide to Understanding FSBO
Selling a home can be a stressful process, and it's important to know how to navigate the process from start to finish. There are often hurdles involved with a real estate transaction, and it takes experience to know how to overcome them. If you're considering selling your home yourself, here are some things to think about before you make that decision. While the traditional approach to selling Continue Reading
How to Market & Sell Vacant Mountain Land for Sale in NC
Looking to sell vacant land in the mountains of Western North Carolina, but don’t know where to start? We get it - selling land isn’t the same as selling a home, so you might be confused as to what steps to take. That’s where the team at Freestone Properties comes in. As WNC locals, we’re very familiar with the area, and we have a wide variety of active land listings at all times. We’ve helped Continue Reading
4 Tips for Selling a Second Home in Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville, North Carolina is a popular vacation spot for visitors from across the United States (and around the world) - so much so that many people decide to purchase a second home here in the mountains. If you have enjoyed your vacation home in the Asheville area and now need to part ways with the property, we’re here to help. Selling a home is a complicated process in general, and selling a Continue Reading
Who Pays Realtor Fees in North Carolina?
If you’re in the process of buying or selling a home in North Carolina, it’s important to be aware of the various closing costs you can expect to pay. Realtor fees are some of the most notable, as these fees make up the commission for both the buyer’s agent and the listing agent. Keep reading to learn more about who is responsible for paying these fees at closing and how much to expect to Continue Reading
6 Tips for Listing & Selling Your Luxury Home in Asheville
Are you planning to sell your luxury home in Asheville, NC? We can help. The process of selling a luxury home differs in many ways from selling a non-luxury home. Attention to detail is crucial when listing a luxury home for sale, and it can make or break your chances to get the price you want for your property. And since Asheville is a seasonal yet highly desirable area that’s exploding in Continue Reading
