Duane Hoover
About Me
The best daughter and wife in the whole world have taught me to be a good listener. They have shown me that putting someone else’s happiness and needs above my own, leads to a very fulfilled life. I am grateful to also be in a career that allows me to see smiles on people’s faces and help them achieve their dreams.
I received a BA in Mathematics in 1995. I’ve always loved math and numbers and I think because of that, I genuinely enjoy the detailed work involved in researching and evaluating property. But the real estate business is so much more than market trends and figures. For me, it really is about finding your family the place that will be your home! While buying a house is certainly a wise investment in your future, it is also where you are going to play, and eat, and sleep, and laugh, and cry…. I sincerely want to help make sure the home you find is perfect for all of the little moments that will be part of your life.
My parents moved here from Ohio when I was a child and I loved growing up in the mountains of Yancey County. Now, as an adult, I can’t think of a better place to live or raise a family than western North Carolina. I have been blessed more than I deserve and my family makes me strive to be a better man every day.
Experience
I have learned that real estate is not about sales. And that's good because I have no desire to "sell" you anything. My goal is simply to control the process, which gives you the freedom to control the decisions. I am a fiduciary, which means I am required by licensing law to act in your best interest.
After graduating college, I became a General Manager with a locally owned restaurant company and then worked for my father's painting company for 12 years. My education in mathematics and my years in the service industry taught me to be attentive to detail and systematic in the way I provide results. The painting business, specifically, allowed me to work closely with contractors, interior decorators, and homeowners. Because of this, I became quite familiar with home building, home design, and finishing techniques. My objectives are really pretty simple: To make sure you don't miss anything or pay too much.
Beverly-Hanks is a powerful team of agents, marketing professionals, and managers with a trusted reputation of excellence and I am honored to be affiliated with them. I know that buying or selling a home can be an emotional and sometimes complicated process, but together we can make sure it is also a fun and successful one!
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Testimonials
Duane made the buying process very smooth. He was very responsive, offered help during each step and communicated very well to make this process easy. He went above and beyond as we were buying from out of state by providing us with a local contact list which went through local groceries, utilities and even the local pizza spots. Just a great experience all around and would recommend Duane to anyone looking for a home!
Adam Powers
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I was an out of state client with some very specific WANTS for my retirement home. Duane communicated with me MANY times in his effort to understand EXACTLY what I wanted. He was very patient as the effort was put on hold during the Covid19 pandemic, but eagerly restarted with me the next spring. He was even MORE patient as I expressed interest in homes in several different parts of his region. He, without hesitation, would drive to the location, call, and spend as much time on site as I needed to ask questions as I looked at photos & specs. Ultimately we found a "just right" location, and signed a contract in 1 day. Duane Hoover did an EXCELLENT job for me. I would never hesitate in recommending him to anyone in search of a new home.
Ken Taylor New Lenox, IL
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Duane was extraordinary through this whole home buying/searching process. He was always quick to respond whether that was email or phone call or text. I never felt neglected or unimportant even though I'm sure he had many other clients. Duane has been completely patient, kind, professional, understanding, and extremely helpful through this entire home buying process. We have been working with Duane for over 2 years now and finally found/purchased our 1st home. He has been a HUGE help and I appreciate him as a person. Duane is just amazing! I refer him to anyone I know that is looking for a house.
Desiree and Jessie of Waynesville, NC
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Duane handled our situation perfectly and got us to contracts on the house we wanted and our house to sell quickly. We appreciate Duane greatly for our experience. Duane was a pleasure to work with. He was always prompt, available, patient and knowledgeable throughout the whole process.
Kevin Dolinger Mills River NC
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I have and will recommend Duane Hoover to family and friends.
Ellen and Tom Trice Mills River
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Duane, is the best real estate agent I have dealt with in buying and selling numerous properties over the past 45 years. He is superlative in every aspect of the sale or purchase. He returns phone calls immediately, thinks proactively, and does many things without being asked and which in my judgment are beyond the call of duty. He is a gentleman and the highest calibre of a professional in his field.
Charles Chobee Ebbets, Ormond Beach, Florida and Waynesville, NC
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If I say more I will be repeating myself. Very satisfied.
Pat Williams - 76 Mulberry Court, Arden, NC
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Duane Hoover was very professional, thorough and knowledgeable about the home buying process. This was my first buying experience and Duane made it so easy. I would highly recommend him to anyone especially first time home buyers! He is patient, approachable and willing to do whatever he needs to do to ensure that his clients have a good understanding of what to expect. He is efficient, timely and most importantly he is kind. Duane also has remarkable skill at assessing the value of a house/property! He takes his time to study and evaluate comparable properties so that you know what is a good price and what is not and he will be upfront and honest about what he finds. I truly cannot say enough good things about Duane and the South office! If you use Duane Hoover as your agent, be assured that you will be in very competent hands.
Ward: Fletcher NC
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Service Areas & Specialties
Education
- University of North Carolina at Asheville
Interests
- Cooking/Dining
- Parenting
- Reading/Writing
- Spiritual/Religious
- Music
- Golfing
- Sports Enthusiast
- Travel
Testimonials
Duane made the buying process very smooth. He was very responsive, offered help during each step and communicated very well to make this process easy. He went above and beyond as we were buying from out of state by providing us with a local contact list which went through local groceries, utilities and even the local pizza spots. Just a great experience all around and would recommend Duane to anyone looking for a home!
Adam Powers
verifiedI was an out of state client with some very specific WANTS for my retirement home. Duane communicated with me MANY times in his effort to understand EXACTLY what I wanted. He was very patient as the effort was put on hold during the Covid19 pandemic, but eagerly restarted with me the next spring. He was even MORE patient as I expressed interest in homes in several different parts of his region. He, without hesitation, would drive to the location, call, and spend as much time on site as I needed to ask questions as I looked at photos & specs. Ultimately we found a "just right" location, and signed a contract in 1 day. Duane Hoover did an EXCELLENT job for me. I would never hesitate in recommending him to anyone in search of a new home.
Ken Taylor New Lenox, IL
verifiedDuane was extraordinary through this whole home buying/searching process. He was always quick to respond whether that was email or phone call or text. I never felt neglected or unimportant even though I'm sure he had many other clients. Duane has been completely patient, kind, professional, understanding, and extremely helpful through this entire home buying process. We have been working with Duane for over 2 years now and finally found/purchased our 1st home. He has been a HUGE help and I appreciate him as a person. Duane is just amazing! I refer him to anyone I know that is looking for a house.
Desiree and Jessie of Waynesville, NC
verifiedDuane handled our situation perfectly and got us to contracts on the house we wanted and our house to sell quickly. We appreciate Duane greatly for our experience. Duane was a pleasure to work with. He was always prompt, available, patient and knowledgeable throughout the whole process.
Kevin Dolinger Mills River NC
verifiedI have and will recommend Duane Hoover to family and friends.
Ellen and Tom Trice Mills River
verifiedDuane, is the best real estate agent I have dealt with in buying and selling numerous properties over the past 45 years. He is superlative in every aspect of the sale or purchase. He returns phone calls immediately, thinks proactively, and does many things without being asked and which in my judgment are beyond the call of duty. He is a gentleman and the highest calibre of a professional in his field.
Charles Chobee Ebbets, Ormond Beach, Florida and Waynesville, NC
verifiedIf I say more I will be repeating myself. Very satisfied.
Pat Williams - 76 Mulberry Court, Arden, NC
verifiedDuane Hoover was very professional, thorough and knowledgeable about the home buying process. This was my first buying experience and Duane made it so easy. I would highly recommend him to anyone especially first time home buyers! He is patient, approachable and willing to do whatever he needs to do to ensure that his clients have a good understanding of what to expect. He is efficient, timely and most importantly he is kind. Duane also has remarkable skill at assessing the value of a house/property! He takes his time to study and evaluate comparable properties so that you know what is a good price and what is not and he will be upfront and honest about what he finds. I truly cannot say enough good things about Duane and the South office! If you use Duane Hoover as your agent, be assured that you will be in very competent hands.
Ward: Fletcher NC
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$55,000
000 Shining Rock Path #69
Horse Shoe 28742
Private and quiet wooded lot with winter views in the exclusive 300 acre gated community of The Homestead at Mills River. Conveniently located betw ...
MLS# 3771189 - Active
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
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How is the tax bill of a home determined in North Carolina?
Real property is appraised at 100% of market value and includes land, buildings, structures, and improvements. State law requires counties to reappraise every eight years, but many counties reappraise every four. A bill can be a combination of tax rates. For example, a home inside the City of Asheville and Asheville City School districts will have three separate tax rates represented on a bill: the Buncombe County rate, the City of Asheville rate, and the Asheville City School rate. All rates are totaled to calculate the total tax liability. Tax rate estimates for our mountain communities can be found on page 127 of the Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Welcome magazine.
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