As we reflect on the past year and turn our sights forward, there is heightened interest in the state of the real estate market—both in WNC and across the country. Our 2022 annual report is here to offer context and counsel amidst a sea of shifting influences. For a closer look at what’s happening in […]
If 2020 was an unexpected COVID-themed roller coaster ride, 2021 was its queasy aftershock and 2022 was supposed to be a return to a new normal. But with ever-rising interest rates and fears of a “tripledemic” lurching into the new year, many who are still unhappy with the state of the market right now are […]
The splendor of autumn reminds us of why we call Western North Carolina home. It makes sense that, historically speaking, fall is one of the most active seasons in our market. And, true to form, the pace of real estate sales is in good health, even amidst a season of change. For a closer look […]
Today, the warm summer weather continues its long run, as does the exceptionally robust regional real estate market. But, just as the signs of fall faithfully begin to appear, the local real estate landscape is signaling change. And we think this change is a good thing. For a closer look at what’s happening in Western […]
As many industry pundits predicted at the end of 2021, a declining supply of homes for sale has slowed last year’s unprecedented sales pace as we begin 2022. According to the National Association of RealtorsⓇ, pending home sales slipped for the fourth consecutive month in February, largely due to low inventory. “Buyer demand is still […]
The pandemic accelerated market dynamics already present before COVID and which will persist well into 2022. The combination of recession-induced low mortgage rates, remote workers relocating to our area, and the demographic wave of Millennial home buyers were already driving a frenzied sales pace in the Asheville region before March 2020. Since then, the demand […]
As many are dreaming of a white Christmas, you might be wondering if the housing market will see a deep freeze anytime soon. This couldn’t be further from the truth! While it’s true that fewer homes are listed over the holidays, the homes already on the market are maintaining their momentum. There are a lot […]
Our mountains are becoming ablaze in color and remind us once again why we are so blessed to call Western North Carolina home. As the seasons change, we are also noticing changes in our real estate markets. For a closer look at what’s happening in our region, we’ve prepared our Q3 2021 Market Report. When […]
So much is happening in real estate right now. But the biggest story continues to be the lack of available inventory and persistent, intense competition from home buyers. For a closer look at what’s happening in our region, we’ve prepared our Q2 2021 Market Report. When breaking down the markets, we examine four metrics: supply […]
Your neighborhood is getting crowded. Your new family is growing fast. Your job requires too much of a commute. You’re expanding your Etsy business and need room to grow…. There are a million reasons to move up from your first home to something larger, more comfortable, or closer to town. If you’re a homeowner who’s […]
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