Summer 2021: New Restaurants in Asheville to Check Out This Year The pandemic was hard on small businesses, especially restaurants. Some closed up shop, and we’ll miss them in our city. But nature abhors a vacuum, and we’re beginning to see new businesses open up as people get out more. What are the new restaurants…
Stress Reduction throughout the Home Buying Process We’ve all seen it. The housing market is exploding in Asheville, and that can make it stressful to sell or buy a home right now. As we reach the Summer solstice, the midpoint of the year, we all should take a step back to be more mindful. Stress…
Mortgage Terminology It’s okay that you’re not a mortgage expert: that’s our job. But throughout your experience, you may come across some mortgage terminology that you need to understand a little better. We offer a comprehensive glossary on our website, but we thought it would be fun to pull a few concepts and give you…
Honoring Father’s Day in 2021 While we celebrate mothers in May, June is all about dads. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 20th. The sun is shining, and we’re beginning to see a path out of this pandemic. So how can you show Dad how much he’s appreciated? Here are a few ideas for out-of-the-box ways…
June is The Great Outdoors Month Long before the COVID-19 crisis, we knew that being in nature was good for our mind, body, and spirit. Throughout the last year, we gained a new appreciation for what it means to be living in one of the most beautiful places on earth. We are lucky to have…
Spring fever is crazy common. This year, the spring fever has lasted since 2020, and some of us are still fighting the feeling. But this week is National Backyard Games week, so even if you haven’t felt much like getting outside, this is a perfect time to get together with your family or your pod…
It’s National Pet Month! What better time to celebrate our furry (or feathered, or finned, or scaled) family members? Asheville has gained quite a reputation for being pet-friendly with various organizations dedicated to the appreciation and welfare of companion animals. This year, to honor pets in the WNC area, consider these resources to help you…
Mindfulness and Stress Management in 2021 2020 was a difficult year for almost everyone. Feelings of anxiety and isolation were prevalent as we sheltered in place and wore masks in public. Now, a year later, we do see hope on the horizon, but that means fatigue and burnout are setting in for many of us.…
You Have Student Loan Debt If you have debt caused by student loans, you may think you can’t buy a home. But, while the process may be a little more challenging, there are ways to get you into your own house. Last summer, we shared some details about student loans and the challenges people with…
Celebrating Mother’s Day in 2021 Mothers hold a special place in our hearts and our culture. Especially after the year we’ve had, when so many mothers worked from home and were responsible for their children’s homeschooling, our community owes them a lot of gratitude. But, as has been the case for so long, mothers hold…