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Due Diligence & Earnest Money Processes in North Carolina

Due Diligence & Earnest Money Processes in North Carolina

  Earnest money and due diligence fees can confuse new home buyers, especially those entering the real estate market for …

Another Bubble? When is the Housing Market Going to Crash?

Another Bubble? When is the Housing Market Going to Crash?

Are you wondering whether the current real estate market is going to crash like we saw in 2007-2009? Well, you’re …

Day Trips From Boone Within 2 Hours Drive

Day Trips From Boone Within 2 Hours Drive

One of the best parts of the NC High Country is the chance to visit small towns tucked away in …

Everything You Need to Know about HOAs

Everything You Need to Know about HOAs

Here’s everything you need to know about buying and living in a home in a homeowner's association. If you're in …

The Changing Face of the NC High Country

The Changing Face of the NC High Country

In a series entitled The Changing Face of NC, Spectrum News covers why North Carolina has become one of the …

Music Festivals and Concert Series in the NC High Country

Music Festivals and Concert Series in the NC High Country

Music has been an essential part of my life from the very beginning. When I moved to Boone, I was …

Activities on the Water Near Boone, NC

Activities on the Water Near Boone, NC

The warm weather is slowly arriving here in the High Country, opening up outdoor and water opportunities in and around …

Weekend Projects to Boost Your Home's Resale Value

Weekend Projects to Boost Your Home's Resale Value

One of the questions I get asked most often as a realtor is how to add value to a home. …

The Top 4 Real Estate Questions Answered By Expert Agents

The Top 4 Real Estate Questions Answered By Expert Agents

Real estate agents guide home buyers and sellers through the process of selling or purchasing a home. It's no wonder …

4 Things to Look For in a Real Estate Agent

4 Things to Look For in a Real Estate Agent

What should you look for to find the right real estate agent to help you buy or sell a house? …

Must Visit Breweries Near Boone

Must Visit Breweries Near Boone

Western North Carolina is home to some of the best craft beers in the nation. Between Boone to Asheville, North …

Resources for Fair Housing Month

Resources for Fair Housing Month

April is Fair Housing Month which commemorates the 1968 Fair Housing Act prohibiting discrimination in housing. Both the NC and …