Should You Buy a Vacation Home or a Vacation Rental?: the Pros and Cons

If it’s financially feasible for you, owning a second property can be an excellent investment. You can use the property as a vacation rental. Or you can retain it for your own vacation purposes and use it as a primary home during retirement.  However, before you jump on that cute bungalow you spotted on beverly-hanks.com, […]

Agents Answer: What are the Best and Most Unique Things about WNC Public Libraries?

When you read the words “public library”, what comes to mind? For many, it’s probably an image of a severe, bespectacled old woman overseeing high shelves stuffed with old books in a room devoid of any sound save for the occasional dust-driven cough. But in Western North Carolina, public libraries offer so much more! In […]

Enjoy One of These 4 Free Local Gifts: December 2022

What Do You Think about This Month’s Local Gifts from Your Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Realtor®? Asheville: A Cookie at Morsel Cookie Company Brevard: Local Love at Nature Hollow Hendersonville: A Nutritional Shake at Mai Vibes Protein Bar Waynesville: Local Love at Wicked Fresh Seafood Co. Asheville: A Cookie at Morsel Cookie Company Tame your inner cookie […]

Did You See These 5 of the Most Popular Homes of November?

Real estate is moving quickly! And good homes are getting a lot of attention. Each of these five houses for sale in Western North Carolina reached more than 1,200 views in the last 30 days. But you have to act fast—As of writing this, all but one are still available to purchase. Scroll down to […]

10 Annual Festivals and Events You Must See in Polk County, NC

Touted as the “First Peak of the Blue Ridge,” Polk County has long welcomed flatlanders to a higher altitude. Thousands of visitors flock to the area’s foothills each season to enjoy the rich history, culture, crafts, vast natural areas, and unique culinary traditions.  If you’ve never been to any annual community events in Polk County, […]

4 Essential Agent Traits for a Great Home Buyer Experience

Just because your neighbor’s college roommate’s sister just got a real estate license doesn’t mean she’s the right agent for you. When you bring on a real estate agent to help with the home buying process, you’re making a hiring decision. This person will help you make one of the largest financial decisions in your […]

See These 4 Certified Fresh Listings before They Disappear: November

Dozens of homes hit the market across Western North Carolina every week. From social media to advertisements to print mail, Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks agents work hard to promote our listings so you’re aware of all the great homes for sale near you. Each week, we review the promotional postcards for our brand new homes for sale […]

4 Ways to Live Abundantly in The Ramble Biltmore Forest

You shouldn’t expect to find 1,000 acres of meticulous woodlands in the heart of the biggest city in the region. But The Ramble Biltmore Forest is just that. The Ramble has been carefully planned by Biltmore Farms to provide an active and welcoming environment, complete with a wellness center, parks and trails, and community activities.  […]

4 Features that Make Any “She Shed” Fabulous

Creative types often do their best work when they can get away from the hubbub of daily life. Busy professionals need space to take calls and concentrate on building their business. And during the holidays, many a frazzled host wishes for a place to retreat from the requests of their demanding (but still beloved) house […]

Iron Horse Station Serves up Small-Town Charm

Crossing the railroad tracks and entering the tiny mountain town of Hot Springs (population 600), one immediately notices the brightly-lit brick building to the left. There are several vehicles parked out front, and a swirling sense of joyful curiosity envelops any and all who pass by. “You are here to be loved on and feel […]