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828 Real Estate's team of High Country North Carolina Realtors and Brokers are constantly updating this blog with local guides, market updates, tips for home buyers and sells, and more. If you would like to receive these blog posts in your email inbox when they are released, simply sign up for the 828 Real Estate Newsletter.

Best Places to Retire in the High Country of North Carolina: Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk & Beyond

Best Places to Retire in the High Country of North Carolina: Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk & Beyond

If you're searching for the best places to retire in the North Carolina mountains, the High Country is one of…

THE BEST OF KING STREET IN DOWNTOWN BOONE, NC

THE BEST OF KING STREET IN DOWNTOWN BOONE, NC

The town of Boone, North Carolina, was named after pioneer and explorer Daniel Boone. The town was started with a grant from King…

January Is National Mentoring Month: How 828 Real Estate Is Investing in the Next Generation

January Is National Mentoring Month: How 828 Real Estate Is Investing in the Next Generation

January is National Mentoring Month. Learn how 828 Real Estate is investing in the next generation.

Why Homebuyers Are Choosing West Jefferson Over Other NC Towns

Why Homebuyers Are Choosing West Jefferson Over Other NC Towns

West Jefferson has quietly become one of the most talked-about mountain towns in North Carolina for people ready to buy…

A Real Estate Expert’s Top Tips for Buying Homes in Boone, NC

A Real Estate Expert’s Top Tips for Buying Homes in Boone, NC

Buying a home in Boone, North Carolina, isn’t just about finding four walls and a roof—it’s about investing in a…

9 Proven Tips for Selling Your Home in Boone, NC Fast

9 Proven Tips for Selling Your Home in Boone, NC Fast

Selling a home in Boone, NC can move quickly when the right strategy is in place. Buyers are active across…

10 Breakfast Restaurants Worth a Visit in Boone

10 Breakfast Restaurants Worth a Visit in Boone

It can be hard to narrow down a restaurant for the most important meal of the day when there are…

Rent or Sell? How High Country Homeowners Can Decide in Today’s Market

Rent or Sell? How High Country Homeowners Can Decide in Today’s Market

In the current High Country real estate market, and across the US, many homeowners are facing a tough choice: they’d…

Why Does Location Matter? The Ultimate Breakdown of Homes for Sale in NC

Why Does Location Matter? The Ultimate Breakdown of Homes for Sale in NC

Location. It’s the one thing about a home you can’t change—and often the single factor that determines its long-term value.…

From the Source: Realtor Secrets About Buying a Home in Boone, NC

From the Source: Realtor Secrets About Buying a Home in Boone, NC

Buying a home in Boone, NC isn’t just about finding four walls and a roof—it’s about choosing a lifestyle in…

9 Essential Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home in Boone, NC

9 Essential Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home in Boone, NC

Buying a home in Boone, NC is exciting. The High Country offers crisp mountain air, four true seasons, and a…

This Genius Staging Trick Boosted a Boone Home Sale by $50K

This Genius Staging Trick Boosted a Boone Home Sale by $50K

If you think home staging is all about throw pillows and fresh flowers, think again. In one recent Boone home…

Maximize Your Property Value: Proven Tips for Selling Your Home in the High Country

Maximize Your Property Value: Proven Tips for Selling Your Home in the High Country

Getting ready to sell your home in the North Carolina High Country? If you're hoping to make the most from…

How the Top 1% Find the Best Luxury Homes for Sale—And You Can Too

How the Top 1% Find the Best Luxury Homes for Sale—And You Can Too

Finding a luxury home in the North Carolina mountains isn’t just about price—it’s about strategy, timing, and local insight. The…

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Make When Purchasing Homes in Boone

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Make When Purchasing Homes in Boone

Buying a home in Boone, NC is a big decision—financially, emotionally, and practically. With breathtaking mountain views, four true seasons,…

Frustrated by the Home Selling Process in the High Country? Check Out These Game-Changing Tips

Frustrated by the Home Selling Process in the High Country? Check Out These Game-Changing Tips

Selling your home doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. If you’ve been stuck in the weeds trying to prepare your property,…

A Guide to Fall Foliage & Peak Leaf Season in Boone, NC

A Guide to Fall Foliage & Peak Leaf Season in Boone, NC

Fall is a unique time in the High Country of North Carolina. There is only a small window to enjoy…

Investing in the High Country

Investing in the High Country

Rental Investments in the High Country Common Real Estate Investing Terms:Investing in rental properties in North Carolina's High Country—encompassing Boone, Blowing…

Discover the Magic of Local Christmas Tree Farms in the High Country

Discover the Magic of Local Christmas Tree Farms in the High Country

As the holiday season settles over the High Country, there’s no better way to embrace the spirit of Christmas than…

Exploring the High Country Real Estate Market: What Makes This Area Truly Unique

Exploring the High Country Real Estate Market: What Makes This Area Truly Unique

Welcome to the High Country, where the natural beauty of North Carolina’s mountains meets the charm of its close-knit communities.…

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