Addressing Affordable Housing in Madison County Affordable housing has been a significant discussion throughout Western North Carolina. While various affordable housing developments are planned throughout the Asheville area, some people want to know what’s available for buyers outside of Buncombe county. A development in Mars Hill may be leading the way for more affordable housing…
Buying and Selling Homes at the Same Time If you currently own a home but are looking at selling it to buy a new home, how exactly do you navigate that process? There are so many moving parts of buying and selling homes from your own financing to that of the other buyer. And, to make…
How Long Does it Take to Sell a Home in Asheville From start to finish, what do you need to know about the time frame it takes to sell a home in Asheville. There are a lot of factors that can influence the time to sell, including price and demand. Let’s take a closer look…
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…
Attorneys and CPAs: What is Their Role in Buying a Home? You already know that a mortgage lender and a real estate agent are essential parts of your homebuying team. But are there other professionals you should have in your court to ensure that everything is going smoothly for your purchase? There may be some unsung heroes in the…
Relocation Resource List: Asheville and Western North Carolina Did you make a resolution to change your life this year? Is a move to the Asheville area, whether permanent or as a vacation getaway, on your bucket list for 2019? If you are considering a move to Western North Carolina, it’s helpful to gather all of…
Counting Down to 2019: Projections for The Housing Market and GoPrime Mortgage, Inc. . As everyone is about to ring in the new year while we count down to midnight tonight, we wanted to take a quick look at the overview for the coming year. What’s in store for the housing market for 2019? What…
5 Facts You Should Know About Living in the Appalachian Mountains The southern Appalachian Mountains are part of one of the oldest mountain formations in the world. In fact, they are part of the same geological formation that also make up the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland and some of the Scottish Highlands. Living in the mountains…
It’s no secret that Asheville is a popular destination for baby boomers looking for a big change after retirement. Add to that the population of boomers already in the city ready to transition to the next phase of their lives. It certainly feels like our city is prime for older adults. But Baby Boomers are…
A growing trend, especially for aging Baby Boomers, is to rent your home. Maybe the time has come to find a new home. Maybe you’ve outgrown your current place or it’s time to downsize now that the kids are all off on their own. If you don’t need to sell your home to buy another,…