Even if this is your first time buying a home, you’ve probably heard a lot about the process from friends and family with homebuying experience. Many will talk about getting a loan though a bank, but that isn’t your only option. Working with an independent mortgage lender can give you alternative avenues for buying your dream home here in Asheville.…
Labor Day: Planning for the Long Weekend The first Monday in September every year is Labor Day. This is more than just a day off, it honors those who worked hard to ensure that U.S. laborers could perform under safe and equitable conditions. This year, Labor Day is Monday, September 2nd. As you prepare for the…
Back to School in Asheville If you have kids, you have already felt the excitement surrounding the first day of school. Today, many Asheville-area students are returning to the. While you have already done your back-to-school shopping and preparation, there are certainly things that help busy families throughout the school year. Here’s your survival guide. Healthy Balanced…
At Home Fire Safety Guide A fire in your home can be devastating. And even with smoke alarms and other preventions in place, the danger of fire is always present. You want to make sure your home and family are protected, so it’s important to know not only how to prevent a fire but how to…
Celebrate International Cat Day This Thursday Did you know that Thursday, August 8th is International Cat Day? If you’ve been in the Asheville area for very long, you’ve probably seen the car stickers with the initials ACW. The traditional oval sticker has been redesigned to include ears and whiskers. Why? Because Asheville is serious about their furry…
Preparing for a Home Inspection Whether you’re buying or selling a home, one of the most important aspects of the process is the home inspection. For each side of the transaction, it’s good to know what to expect throughout the experience. To learn more about home inspections and how to prepare for them, here are some basics to get you…
Montford: Past and Present There are a lot of individual neighborhoods that make up the amazing city of Asheville. One such neighborhood is historic Montford, located just north of downtown Asheville and I40. It sits between Future 26 and Broadway and features a number of historic locations. If you’re considering a move to Asheville and want to…
10 of Our Favorite (Mostly) Healthy Places to Eat in Asheville Summertime is in full swing and you’re probably thinking about the ways you can eat healthy. Whether you’ve been in Asheville all your life or you’re just exploring for a possible move, you may not have experienced all the amazing food our city has to offer.…
The Hidden Costs of Flipping a House Have you ever watched the shows on HGTV and wondered if you could buy and flip a house? They make flipping a house look so easy. It appears to take days to turn what was once a tragic before picture into a luxurious abode that will garner tens…
Celebrating Freedom this Independence Day The 4th of July is an exciting celebration in North Carolina and throughout the country. Cities and other municipalities will host parades and fireworks displays as a patriotic tradition. This celebration of the birth of our nation holds quite a bit of significance for all Americans. We also call it Independence Day, a term that can hold…