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The Best Camping Destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains

The Best Camping Destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains

When you're looking for a place to camp on North Carolina Blue Ridge Parkway, there are various options, including RV…

Are You Cut Out For Rural Living in Appalachia

Are You Cut Out For Rural Living in Appalachia

It’s no surprise that city living vs rural living can be drastically different. The lower cost of living and lower…

You Can Anticipate These 7 Real Estate Market Trends in 2021

You Can Anticipate These 7 Real Estate Market Trends in 2021

The real estate market has proven to be resilient even through the worst of times - the pandemic and economic…

Buying a Home During COVID-19, is it a Good Idea?

Buying a Home During COVID-19, is it a Good Idea?

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the housing market in 2020. With people asked to stay at home, the era changed the…

A Valentine’s Day in Downtown Boone

A Valentine’s Day in Downtown Boone

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Whether you’re single and going out with friends, hitting the town with your…

How to Save for a Mortgage Down Payment While Renting

How to Save for a Mortgage Down Payment While Renting

To help you saving for a mortgage down payment while renting, we've come up with four steps to take to…

Essential Tips for Pre-Move Decluttering & Organization

Essential Tips for Pre-Move Decluttering & Organization

Preparing to move into a new home can be stressful. Taking inventory of your belongings before you move can help…

Shopping for North Carolina Furniture

Shopping for North Carolina Furniture

When you move into a new house, designing and furnishing the interior is one of the most fun aspects of…

Rental Property Investment Opportunities in Boone

Rental Property Investment Opportunities in Boone

Looking for an investment property in Boone or the High Country of North Carolina? Though the competition can be stiff,…

5 Restaurant Take Out Options in The High Country of North Carolina

5 Restaurant Take Out Options in The High Country of North Carolina

What better way to celebrate a rainy day in your cabin rental in the High Country of North Carolina than…

Lindsay Pinckney's Favorite Aspects of Real Estate

Lindsay Pinckney's Favorite Aspects of Real Estate

As a part of our on going series on 828 Real Estate's Team Members Top 5 Favorite Things About Being…

5 Smart Rules For Winterizing Your Home

5 Smart Rules For Winterizing Your Home

As the temperatures drop in the High Country of North Carolina, it’s time to winterize your house. Winterization can look…