LaNita Cloninger Real Estate Professional Agent in Downtown Asheville, 300 Executive Park Asheville NC 28801

team member since 2004

About Me

Native of Asheville and Buncombe County. Graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in Economics. Personal: married 44 years. Interests include: being a grandmother, travel, reading, golf, sewing, theater and watching Carolina Panthers football.

Active in the community: Past Elder at First Presbyterian Church-Asheville; Past PTO President at Weaverville Elementary School; Current board member (secretary), volunteer and actress with Asheville Community Theatre (2010 DIVA!), Past board member with NC Stage, and a founding member of Reems Creek Golf Club and resident of Reems Creek Golf Community since 1992

Experience

Specialize in single family homes (new construction and resale), town homes, and condominiums.

Assisting families in WNC with their housing needs since 1991; consistently a multi-million dollar producer. 2020 Gold Level Producer. Active member of the Asheville Board of REALTORS, the NC Association of REALTORS, Accredited Luxury Home Specialist, National Association of REALTORS, Accredited Buyer Representative.

Email proficient - quick responses to inquiries. Organized and detail oriented.

Member of the Multiple Listing Service with access to all of the area's listed properties.

In today's world being a REALTOR means being specially trained to meet the demands of a better informed group of buyers and sellers. Even with all of the available technology, real estate customers and clients still need the assistance of someone who is familiar with the area and can guide them through the process: a professional REALTOR. I take my real estate career very seriously, but I also think you should enjoy what you do for a living - most of my customers/clients would tell you that working with me is a fun experience. I believe that by applying a personal approach to this process with the necessary technology, my buyers and sellers get the very best of both worlds when it comes to meeting their real estate needs.

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Testimonials

LaNita made it all so easy. Her expertise guided us all the way through. Couldn't have been more pleased with her services.

Debby Smith - TN

I always felt I was in good hands with LaNita Cloninger handling the sale of my home. LaNita definitely made the process less stressful from start to finish.

J Piotrowski, Biltmore Lake, NC

We love LaNita. We have used her at least 4 times previously. We would not consider using another Realtor! She is a joy to work with. Condo went on the market on Monday and we received 2 offers on Tuesday and a backup on Friday.

J. Hensley Asheville, NC

LaNita brings a tremendous value to the table due to her experience in real estate. She has an extensive knowledge of the area and that also helped her in her ability to properly value the sale price for my property. I had an excellent experience working with her. I also appreciate the fact that it was a collaborative effort between she and I. She is a tremendous asset to Beverly Hanks.

Christy Baker Hendersonville NC

The moment I spoke with LaNita I had full confidence she would guide me through the process. LaNita stayed in close communication with me regarding all details, answered all of my questions, anticipated my needs and preferences. LaNita's welcoming demeanor, amazing personality and above average industry expertise helped me navigate my first home purchase in a challenging market. I simply could not and would not have done it without her by my side. I can't thank LaNita enough. She and Beverly-Hanks are #1 in my experience.

Courtney, Swannanoa

LaNita was fantastic through the whole process. Her experience and help was crucial for getting us through things, and we greatly appreciate her help. If we ever sell or buy again, we will definitely use LaNita again.

Catherine Chandler, Arden

I cannot say enough great things about Lanita. My vacant lot in Candler should have been a quick and easy sale and I had a contract within two days. Two adjacent landowners disputed my right of way and things became difficult. This right of way had been on my Warranty Deed of record for 17 years. While I worked through this with an attorney, Lanita made several suggestions to me (that I was in agreement with) that kept my buyer in the deal. This gave me time to gather my information regarding my family's historical use of Fender Lane and time to negotiate an agreement to a Deed of Easement. I feel this deal would not have happened without Lanita. She was consistently proactive and always quickly reactive. I highly recommend Lanita. Not only is she an excellent realtor, she is very personable and highly professional. Thank you Lanita!!

Jane Elizabeth Moore, Winston-Salem NC

LaNita was absolutely amazing!

Margaret, Asheville

LaNita Cloninger was very familiar with our Condominium Complex, because she had previously sold our neighbor's Condo, so when it came time to answer questions to our Buyers, she was able to provide detailed information, that saved us time and frustration.

Marilyn Champion-Trapnell

LaNita's quick thinking and intuitiveness about what kind of home, and in what neighborhood we wanted to live in, got us into the "home of our dreams". We were the first lookers at this home, before it was fully registered in MLS, and we put in an offer the same afternoon. Quick and easy ! LaNita was very confident and knowledgeable about the process, and walked us through the process with ease. We have listed our condo with her, so we have great expectations that it will be sold quickly.

Marilyn Trapnell, Asheville

From the initial meeting with LaNita Cloninger to the closing, the sale of our home was handled professionally and efficiently. We were pleased with the photographs of the property and the MLS listing, as well as her recommendations regarding pricing, advertisement, etc. Her communication was timely and appropriate; we received the information we needed throughout the process. LaNita's knowledge of the local real estate market combined with her personable nature make her the perfect agent. We highly recommend her!

Bruce and Myra Fields, Mills River, NC

Lanita was fantastic and allowed us to go through the process with little anxiety that we may have experienced otherwise. In a very challenging Market, Lanita was able to find us a house that far exceeded our expectations. We could not be happier!

Thomas Boyer, Asheville

We met LaNita when we purchased this house 11+ years ago. Since then she has become a dear friend. Part of the reason for that is our admiration of her professionalism, dedication and positivie attitude. We knew that she would always be straight forward with her opinions and give us all the information we needed to make wise decisions. Plus, we knew we would get through the tough parts with humor!

jeff and jane Malec

Very professional. Good friend. Wants what best for me

mark sexton

As a first-time homebuyer I had a million questions and concerns. LaNita Cloninger was there for me the whole way through the process. She was quick to respond, extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, and very good at her job. She was attentive, and took the time to understand exactly what my family needed in a home, and we found just that! I could not imagine having a better experience, and that is due entirely to LaNita.

Kelly, Asheville NC

Every step of the way, LaNita Cloninger was knowledgeable, curious, and attentive. She responded to our every need quickly and precisely -- with patience, diligence, and expertise. She helped us find and purchase a home we love, well within the timeframe and price range we needed. Without a doubt, we will call her first, next time we are in the market!

Allison and Michael, Weaverville

To think that realtors are overpaid is simply a joke. LaNita worked countless hours showing me several properties and when my current home was coming on the market she got me in before it was even listed so I could get first crack at it. She was on top of every detail and made the closing very simple. Everything was handled in a very timely manner and when there were questions, she got them answered immediately. LaNita Cloninger is not only a superior real estate agent, she's a wonderful loving and caring individual that is sincerely out there helping people find their ideal home.

Steve Jaffe Asheville, NC

We were referred to LaNita by a friend and she exceeded our expectations. Our journey together lasted over a year as it included a decision to have a home built by an Asheville area builder. LaNita was engaged at every step of the process and was a constant source of information and advice. We could not recommend LaNita more highly and will definitely look for opportunities to send clients her way.

Eva Morgan and Barbara Bennett, Brookhaven, GA

Another house sold thanks to Lanita's hard work!

Jane Snyder

This was our second real estate transaction with LaNita. She is responsive, extremely knowledgable regarding the local market, professional and just a pleasure to deal with. After we made the very difficult decision to sell our home there, she made the entire process so much easier through her competent handling of every step, every question and every issue.

Susan Helm-Murtagh, Chapel Hill

If any print advertising was done I was not aware of it.LaNita was excellent in making suggestions, foll I w thru, & getting things done in a timely manner. Totally Professional in every respect. Would highly recommend her, BHR.

Carol Anders, Asheville NC

LaNita Cloninger was recommended by a friend who raved about her. Our friend was right, she was a perfect fit for our needs. We were in a hurry to get settled and she was quick to offer options and get the process rolling when we decided to make an offer. Even in a crunch, she didn't sacrifice friendliness and professionalism for speed. We would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Shonnie Streder - Fletcher, NC

We have worked with LaNita to buy and sell personal and investment properties over the recent decade and we have referred LaNita to a number of friends. Most recently, we sold a rental house on the open market. It became apparent after hearing LaNita's assessment that the Appraiser had overpriced the value. LaNita's comps and calculations were critical in helping us negotiate and sell this house at a reasonable price. At this point, we have more rental houses to sell. Yes, we will be working LaNita for ALL of these transactions. So if you're looking for someone who knows the business, knows the local market and is a pleasure to work with, I HIGHLY recommend LaNita as your Realtor.

Jane Snyder, Black Bear Properties, LLC., Asheville, NC

I'm not sure how much of a testimonial Lanita needs, once you work with her, you'll never be satisfied with another agent. She's the kind of agent that goes above and beyond what is expected of her. She's a Rock Star agent.

Brad Burnett. Eugene, Oregon

She is the BEST she worked for me while on vacation and got me the perfect house !!!

Sara LeDonne

We call LaNita Cloninger our "miracle worker" and friend. Over the past 3 years of our annual visits to Asheville, LaNita has guided our search for our retirement dream house, starting with a list of 23 properties, which we investigated to get acquainted with the various neighborhoods and areas of Asheville. Each year we narrowed and focused the search until we walked into the house that met our every hope--truly a miracle, thanks to her guidance and advise and encouragement. Upon finding the house, LaNita worked another miracle in charming the buyer into adjusting his asking price down $14,000. to the appraised value. Because the house had been vacant for a while, she also oversaw some repairs and cleaning. We are deeply indebted to LaNita and we relished every joyous moment we spent with her. We're happy to recommend her to any of our friends, and will call her, should we want to find yet another dream house in the future. Brava, LaNita!

Ted Stewart and Wayne Smith of Independence, MO

LaNita was great! Very patient with great attention to detail. She is also a lot a fun to be around. I always got quick replys to any questions, even on weekends, but she was never pushy or overbearing.

Patricia Phillips; Fletcher NC

LaNita understands the needs and "wants" of her clients. We have known her for about 8 years and we believe she was as excited about our "perfect" home as we were. We would recommend her to anyone desiring to have fun finding their new home!

Ann & Susan Weaverville

Fantastic personality, with a detail for attentiveness for our needs and wants! Sold in 8 days and have no complaints! Could not think of any one else Id rather work with!

Justin, Asheville, NC

LaNita and I have a history of working together very successfully

Steve Jaffe

WOW, what else can I say ! LaNita presented us with two offers within 24 hours of listing !! Is that a real estate sales record ? Congratulations to LaNita and the downtown office for a job well done !

The family of William E. Kaufman

LaNita is both professional and knowledgeable and has solid advice on the sale and negotiation of your home. She is most helpful in an increasingly confusing arena.

Kaye McKinney, Asheville NC

I knew LaNita previously from our mutual volunteer work at Asheville Community Theatre. Since I knew her well as a person, I trusted her to do a great job selling my house in Asheville (which she did!). LaNita was great, always very communicative and easy to reach. She responded quickly to any questions I had. Selling my house was so easy!

Beth Mayo, Durham NC

LaNita was highly recommended by a friend of a friend. From start to finish LaNita was knowledgable, patient, pleasant and went above and beyond expectations. I spent less than a week in the area and LaNita do so much to help me find a home in a short time. Then when I was in California she made me feel that all was under control. She helped with so many things I was unable to do since I was across the country. I knew that I was in capable hands. She was thorough and professional in every way yet made me feel as comfortable as if with a friend. She is an exceptional person to work with. She is a wonderful agent and person.

Candler NC

LaNita was FANTASTIC! She always responded to questions or concerns and made me feel completely comfortable with the process. I felt like my house was in good hands throughout the selling process. She gave clear feedback about what should be done to prepare the house to go on the market and kept me informed throughout the sale period. She provided clear, quick responses to any questions and made the process as painless as possible!

Jessica, Asheville, NC

She did it again.Its Always a pleasure to deal with Lanita. Always there when I need her and always on time. Who could ask for more. Thanks again, Glenn Somers

glenn somers asheville nc

She was good to deal with. A real lady

George J Garcia III

LaNita knows the area of Asheville very well and she showed us a number of properties in different areas. LaNita was always honest in assessing houses and sections of Asheville and was very flexible in trying different places. In addition, LaNita was enjoyable to be with and her ready smile coupled with her friendliness made our experience exceptional.

Gerry Hausman

LaNita Cloninger is an absolute professional. She was relentless in finding answers to our questions and handled everything about the sale of our former property and the purchase of our current property seamlessly. Plus, she's always so much fun to be around!

Jenny Bunn

We chose LaNita Cloninger one day on a hunch after browsing through several Realtor's websites and we are very glad we did! We found her to be fun, very professional, and willing to go the distance for us. She was truly a delight to work with and we would hire her again in a heartbeat! We will miss her now that we are in our dream home!

Carla: Asheville, NC

We've known Lanita for a couple of years now and will use her in our continued endeavors. She's a pleasure to be around and offers a realistic perspective on the market. I consider her an asset to my contact list. She has went above and beyond our expectations as an agent and now friend. Thanks Lanita!

Brad Burnett. Mars Hill, N.C.

Lanita was nothing short of spectacular. Without her, I'm not sure we would have been able to sell our home within the deadline that we were given. Also, her familiarity and knowledge of the Asheville area are considerable and contributed significantly to the sale of our home. Lanita's personality and dedication made the process a quality experience.

Jason Smith; Orange Park, FL

Lanita was always available when I needed her. She was always willing to help.

Gary and Brenda Penland

Being an owner of a retail business, I know the importance of customer service. I believe I am very very good at it.... LaNita and I run in parallel lines, she might even be a little better than I. Over the 7 or so years we've known each other, I have been very fortunate she chooses to work with me, and I feel we have an incredible relationship. LaNita listens, she stays on top of everything, I always feel like I am the "most important client" whenever we're together or when I'm on the phone with her. She exceeds all expectations of a PERSONABLE, lovely, and caring person. I feel like family around her. None better......Big Hug!!!

Stephen Jaffe-Asheville, NC

As a recent transplant from southern California, I was anxious to find myself a home that would meet my needs and be within my budget. After seling my sister and her husband their new home here, LaNita took me under her wing and led me from a general idea of what I wanted...to manifestation of my perfect home in the perfect neighborhood. I couldn't be happier with the entire process, and with her guidance, patience and focus. Sheryl Enochs

Sheryl Enochs Hendersonville, N.C.

I felt very confidant that she had my back at all times. She made sure as always that I was taken care of. She is very easy to work with in some not so easy situations. I believe we have developed an honest trust in each other over the years and are always comfortable together.

Glenn Somers Asheville NC

Lanita, my husband and myself felt like friends from the get go. We looked forward to our visits to see her and to find our dream home. She even took us to play on one visit. We love and trust her so much we connected my sister with her and she has now also bought a home here through Lanita. I will recommend her often!

Nancy VanAken Hendersonville, nc

Lanita went above and beyond what was expected and made sure that we were well-informed and prepared when we purchased our home. She is a delightful person and always made us feel at ease. We truly have enjoyed working with Lanita because of her ability to make this a positive experience!

N. Clark, Candler, NC

Lanita was very professional, and always timely and prompt in all of our correspondence and dealings.

Sandy Hooper. Asheville

I used LaNita when I purchased my home here in the Asheville area in 2006. So when I decided to sell, I called on her again. Beverly-Hanks & Associates (with LaNita as my agent) offers top-of the line services. I wouldn't use anyone else - LaNita is #1!!

Steve J.

LaNita was wonderful to work with (as our listing agent-2012). Her honest, straight-forward approach was very much appreciated. (She was) very professional...and fun!

Chris & Stasy S.

We were very satisfied with the listing and sale of our home in Weaverville. LaNita's overall performance as our agent was excellent and we would recommend Beverly-Hanks and LaNita!

The Mussons

LaNita Rocks!!! She was professional, diligent & knowledgeable. We were very satisfied and would use her again!

Jeff & Deanna C.

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LaNita made it all so easy. Her expertise guided us all the way through. Couldn't have been more pleased with her services.

Debby Smith - TN

I always felt I was in good hands with LaNita Cloninger handling the sale of my home. LaNita definitely made the process less stressful from start to finish.

J Piotrowski, Biltmore Lake, NC

We love LaNita. We have used her at least 4 times previously. We would not consider using another Realtor! She is a joy to work with. Condo went on the market on Monday and we received 2 offers on Tuesday and a backup on Friday.

J. Hensley Asheville, NC

LaNita brings a tremendous value to the table due to her experience in real estate. She has an extensive knowledge of the area and that also helped her in her ability to properly value the sale price for my property. I had an excellent experience working with her. I also appreciate the fact that it was a collaborative effort between she and I. She is a tremendous asset to Beverly Hanks.

Christy Baker Hendersonville NC

The moment I spoke with LaNita I had full confidence she would guide me through the process. LaNita stayed in close communication with me regarding all details, answered all of my questions, anticipated my needs and preferences. LaNita's welcoming demeanor, amazing personality and above average industry expertise helped me navigate my first home purchase in a challenging market. I simply could not and would not have done it without her by my side. I can't thank LaNita enough. She and Beverly-Hanks are #1 in my experience.

Courtney, Swannanoa

LaNita was fantastic through the whole process. Her experience and help was crucial for getting us through things, and we greatly appreciate her help. If we ever sell or buy again, we will definitely use LaNita again.

Catherine Chandler, Arden

I cannot say enough great things about Lanita. My vacant lot in Candler should have been a quick and easy sale and I had a contract within two days. Two adjacent landowners disputed my right of way and things became difficult. This right of way had been on my Warranty Deed of record for 17 years. While I worked through this with an attorney, Lanita made several suggestions to me (that I was in agreement with) that kept my buyer in the deal. This gave me time to gather my information regarding my family's historical use of Fender Lane and time to negotiate an agreement to a Deed of Easement. I feel this deal would not have happened without Lanita. She was consistently proactive and always quickly reactive. I highly recommend Lanita. Not only is she an excellent realtor, she is very personable and highly professional. Thank you Lanita!!

Jane Elizabeth Moore, Winston-Salem NC

LaNita was absolutely amazing!

Margaret, Asheville

LaNita Cloninger was very familiar with our Condominium Complex, because she had previously sold our neighbor's Condo, so when it came time to answer questions to our Buyers, she was able to provide detailed information, that saved us time and frustration.

Marilyn Champion-Trapnell

LaNita's quick thinking and intuitiveness about what kind of home, and in what neighborhood we wanted to live in, got us into the "home of our dreams". We were the first lookers at this home, before it was fully registered in MLS, and we put in an offer the same afternoon. Quick and easy ! LaNita was very confident and knowledgeable about the process, and walked us through the process with ease. We have listed our condo with her, so we have great expectations that it will be sold quickly.

Marilyn Trapnell, Asheville

From the initial meeting with LaNita Cloninger to the closing, the sale of our home was handled professionally and efficiently. We were pleased with the photographs of the property and the MLS listing, as well as her recommendations regarding pricing, advertisement, etc. Her communication was timely and appropriate; we received the information we needed throughout the process. LaNita's knowledge of the local real estate market combined with her personable nature make her the perfect agent. We highly recommend her!

Bruce and Myra Fields, Mills River, NC

Lanita was fantastic and allowed us to go through the process with little anxiety that we may have experienced otherwise. In a very challenging Market, Lanita was able to find us a house that far exceeded our expectations. We could not be happier!

Thomas Boyer, Asheville

We met LaNita when we purchased this house 11+ years ago. Since then she has become a dear friend. Part of the reason for that is our admiration of her professionalism, dedication and positivie attitude. We knew that she would always be straight forward with her opinions and give us all the information we needed to make wise decisions. Plus, we knew we would get through the tough parts with humor!

jeff and jane Malec

Very professional. Good friend. Wants what best for me

mark sexton

As a first-time homebuyer I had a million questions and concerns. LaNita Cloninger was there for me the whole way through the process. She was quick to respond, extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, and very good at her job. She was attentive, and took the time to understand exactly what my family needed in a home, and we found just that! I could not imagine having a better experience, and that is due entirely to LaNita.

Kelly, Asheville NC

Every step of the way, LaNita Cloninger was knowledgeable, curious, and attentive. She responded to our every need quickly and precisely -- with patience, diligence, and expertise. She helped us find and purchase a home we love, well within the timeframe and price range we needed. Without a doubt, we will call her first, next time we are in the market!

Allison and Michael, Weaverville

To think that realtors are overpaid is simply a joke. LaNita worked countless hours showing me several properties and when my current home was coming on the market she got me in before it was even listed so I could get first crack at it. She was on top of every detail and made the closing very simple. Everything was handled in a very timely manner and when there were questions, she got them answered immediately. LaNita Cloninger is not only a superior real estate agent, she's a wonderful loving and caring individual that is sincerely out there helping people find their ideal home.

Steve Jaffe Asheville, NC

We were referred to LaNita by a friend and she exceeded our expectations. Our journey together lasted over a year as it included a decision to have a home built by an Asheville area builder. LaNita was engaged at every step of the process and was a constant source of information and advice. We could not recommend LaNita more highly and will definitely look for opportunities to send clients her way.

Eva Morgan and Barbara Bennett, Brookhaven, GA

Another house sold thanks to Lanita's hard work!

Jane Snyder

This was our second real estate transaction with LaNita. She is responsive, extremely knowledgable regarding the local market, professional and just a pleasure to deal with. After we made the very difficult decision to sell our home there, she made the entire process so much easier through her competent handling of every step, every question and every issue.

Susan Helm-Murtagh, Chapel Hill

If any print advertising was done I was not aware of it.LaNita was excellent in making suggestions, foll I w thru, & getting things done in a timely manner. Totally Professional in every respect. Would highly recommend her, BHR.

Carol Anders, Asheville NC

LaNita Cloninger was recommended by a friend who raved about her. Our friend was right, she was a perfect fit for our needs. We were in a hurry to get settled and she was quick to offer options and get the process rolling when we decided to make an offer. Even in a crunch, she didn't sacrifice friendliness and professionalism for speed. We would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Shonnie Streder - Fletcher, NC

We have worked with LaNita to buy and sell personal and investment properties over the recent decade and we have referred LaNita to a number of friends. Most recently, we sold a rental house on the open market. It became apparent after hearing LaNita's assessment that the Appraiser had overpriced the value. LaNita's comps and calculations were critical in helping us negotiate and sell this house at a reasonable price. At this point, we have more rental houses to sell. Yes, we will be working LaNita for ALL of these transactions. So if you're looking for someone who knows the business, knows the local market and is a pleasure to work with, I HIGHLY recommend LaNita as your Realtor.

Jane Snyder, Black Bear Properties, LLC., Asheville, NC

I'm not sure how much of a testimonial Lanita needs, once you work with her, you'll never be satisfied with another agent. She's the kind of agent that goes above and beyond what is expected of her. She's a Rock Star agent.

Brad Burnett. Eugene, Oregon

She is the BEST she worked for me while on vacation and got me the perfect house !!!

Sara LeDonne

We call LaNita Cloninger our "miracle worker" and friend. Over the past 3 years of our annual visits to Asheville, LaNita has guided our search for our retirement dream house, starting with a list of 23 properties, which we investigated to get acquainted with the various neighborhoods and areas of Asheville. Each year we narrowed and focused the search until we walked into the house that met our every hope--truly a miracle, thanks to her guidance and advise and encouragement. Upon finding the house, LaNita worked another miracle in charming the buyer into adjusting his asking price down $14,000. to the appraised value. Because the house had been vacant for a while, she also oversaw some repairs and cleaning. We are deeply indebted to LaNita and we relished every joyous moment we spent with her. We're happy to recommend her to any of our friends, and will call her, should we want to find yet another dream house in the future. Brava, LaNita!

Ted Stewart and Wayne Smith of Independence, MO

LaNita was great! Very patient with great attention to detail. She is also a lot a fun to be around. I always got quick replys to any questions, even on weekends, but she was never pushy or overbearing.

Patricia Phillips; Fletcher NC

LaNita understands the needs and "wants" of her clients. We have known her for about 8 years and we believe she was as excited about our "perfect" home as we were. We would recommend her to anyone desiring to have fun finding their new home!

Ann & Susan Weaverville

Fantastic personality, with a detail for attentiveness for our needs and wants! Sold in 8 days and have no complaints! Could not think of any one else Id rather work with!

Justin, Asheville, NC

LaNita and I have a history of working together very successfully

Steve Jaffe

WOW, what else can I say ! LaNita presented us with two offers within 24 hours of listing !! Is that a real estate sales record ? Congratulations to LaNita and the downtown office for a job well done !

The family of William E. Kaufman

LaNita is both professional and knowledgeable and has solid advice on the sale and negotiation of your home. She is most helpful in an increasingly confusing arena.

Kaye McKinney, Asheville NC

I knew LaNita previously from our mutual volunteer work at Asheville Community Theatre. Since I knew her well as a person, I trusted her to do a great job selling my house in Asheville (which she did!). LaNita was great, always very communicative and easy to reach. She responded quickly to any questions I had. Selling my house was so easy!

Beth Mayo, Durham NC

LaNita was highly recommended by a friend of a friend. From start to finish LaNita was knowledgable, patient, pleasant and went above and beyond expectations. I spent less than a week in the area and LaNita do so much to help me find a home in a short time. Then when I was in California she made me feel that all was under control. She helped with so many things I was unable to do since I was across the country. I knew that I was in capable hands. She was thorough and professional in every way yet made me feel as comfortable as if with a friend. She is an exceptional person to work with. She is a wonderful agent and person.

Candler NC

LaNita was FANTASTIC! She always responded to questions or concerns and made me feel completely comfortable with the process. I felt like my house was in good hands throughout the selling process. She gave clear feedback about what should be done to prepare the house to go on the market and kept me informed throughout the sale period. She provided clear, quick responses to any questions and made the process as painless as possible!

Jessica, Asheville, NC

She did it again.Its Always a pleasure to deal with Lanita. Always there when I need her and always on time. Who could ask for more. Thanks again, Glenn Somers

glenn somers asheville nc

She was good to deal with. A real lady

George J Garcia III

LaNita knows the area of Asheville very well and she showed us a number of properties in different areas. LaNita was always honest in assessing houses and sections of Asheville and was very flexible in trying different places. In addition, LaNita was enjoyable to be with and her ready smile coupled with her friendliness made our experience exceptional.

Gerry Hausman

LaNita Cloninger is an absolute professional. She was relentless in finding answers to our questions and handled everything about the sale of our former property and the purchase of our current property seamlessly. Plus, she's always so much fun to be around!

Jenny Bunn

We chose LaNita Cloninger one day on a hunch after browsing through several Realtor's websites and we are very glad we did! We found her to be fun, very professional, and willing to go the distance for us. She was truly a delight to work with and we would hire her again in a heartbeat! We will miss her now that we are in our dream home!

Carla: Asheville, NC

We've known Lanita for a couple of years now and will use her in our continued endeavors. She's a pleasure to be around and offers a realistic perspective on the market. I consider her an asset to my contact list. She has went above and beyond our expectations as an agent and now friend. Thanks Lanita!

Brad Burnett. Mars Hill, N.C.

Lanita was nothing short of spectacular. Without her, I'm not sure we would have been able to sell our home within the deadline that we were given. Also, her familiarity and knowledge of the Asheville area are considerable and contributed significantly to the sale of our home. Lanita's personality and dedication made the process a quality experience.

Jason Smith; Orange Park, FL

Lanita was always available when I needed her. She was always willing to help.

Gary and Brenda Penland

Being an owner of a retail business, I know the importance of customer service. I believe I am very very good at it.... LaNita and I run in parallel lines, she might even be a little better than I. Over the 7 or so years we've known each other, I have been very fortunate she chooses to work with me, and I feel we have an incredible relationship. LaNita listens, she stays on top of everything, I always feel like I am the "most important client" whenever we're together or when I'm on the phone with her. She exceeds all expectations of a PERSONABLE, lovely, and caring person. I feel like family around her. None better......Big Hug!!!

Stephen Jaffe-Asheville, NC

As a recent transplant from southern California, I was anxious to find myself a home that would meet my needs and be within my budget. After seling my sister and her husband their new home here, LaNita took me under her wing and led me from a general idea of what I wanted...to manifestation of my perfect home in the perfect neighborhood. I couldn't be happier with the entire process, and with her guidance, patience and focus. Sheryl Enochs

Sheryl Enochs Hendersonville, N.C.

I felt very confidant that she had my back at all times. She made sure as always that I was taken care of. She is very easy to work with in some not so easy situations. I believe we have developed an honest trust in each other over the years and are always comfortable together.

Glenn Somers Asheville NC

Lanita, my husband and myself felt like friends from the get go. We looked forward to our visits to see her and to find our dream home. She even took us to play on one visit. We love and trust her so much we connected my sister with her and she has now also bought a home here through Lanita. I will recommend her often!

Nancy VanAken Hendersonville, nc

Lanita went above and beyond what was expected and made sure that we were well-informed and prepared when we purchased our home. She is a delightful person and always made us feel at ease. We truly have enjoyed working with Lanita because of her ability to make this a positive experience!

N. Clark, Candler, NC

Lanita was very professional, and always timely and prompt in all of our correspondence and dealings.

Sandy Hooper. Asheville

I used LaNita when I purchased my home here in the Asheville area in 2006. So when I decided to sell, I called on her again. Beverly-Hanks & Associates (with LaNita as my agent) offers top-of the line services. I wouldn't use anyone else - LaNita is #1!!

Steve J.

LaNita was wonderful to work with (as our listing agent-2012). Her honest, straight-forward approach was very much appreciated. (She was) very professional...and fun!

Chris & Stasy S.

We were very satisfied with the listing and sale of our home in Weaverville. LaNita's overall performance as our agent was excellent and we would recommend Beverly-Hanks and LaNita!

The Mussons

LaNita Rocks!!! She was professional, diligent & knowledgeable. We were very satisfied and would use her again!

Jeff & Deanna C.

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4 bed · 3/1 ba · 3442 Hsq ft · 0.55 acr

14 Bent Oak Lane in Asheville, NC 28803 - MLS# 4008421

$1,032,000

14 Bent Oak Lane
Asheville 28803

The Braeside section of Biltmore Park is fabulous! This home with traditional style floor plan has a freshly painted interior and new carpet upstair ...

MLS# 4008421 - Active Under Contract
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown

3 bed · 2/1 ba · 4173 Hsq ft · 0.42 acr

3 Preston Court in Weaverville, NC 28787 - MLS# 3856132

$925,000

3 Preston Court
Weaverville 28787

VIEWS, LOCATION and FLOOR PLAN. Custom built, one-owner home on Reems Creek Golf Course lovingly cared for and updated. The perfect house for entert ...

MLS# 3856132 - Pending
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown

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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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