Where Do Luxury Home Buyers in WNC Come from?

At Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks, we’re a proud member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, the most prestigious and reputable international relocation network. Many luxury properties in Western North Carolina are purchased by buyers from outside the region. And one of the many outstanding benefits we offer to our luxury home sellers is the knowledge […]

What is the MLS? And Why is it Important to Your Home Search?

Imagine a group of dapper gentlemen sitting around a conference table, discussing the newest properties for sale in the city. Their three-button vests were freshly pressed just this morning, and their mustaches are expertly waxed. By sharing information about their client’s available properties, the brokers are engaging in an open quid pro quo: If you […]

5 Cheap and Easy Ways to Improve Your Cold-Weather Curb Appeal

When selling your home, presentation is key. And presentation begins at the front door. That’s why curb appeal is one of the most important things to consider when selling your home. A clean, well-maintained entrance can go a long way toward establishing a positive first impression. And that great first impression sets the tone for […]

5 Smart Home Devices that Increase Interest in Your Luxury Home Listing

Forbes magazine has called Asheville “an emerging Silicon Valley.” And if the O.G. Silicon Valley has taught us anything, it’s that where innovation is on the rise, there are sure to be tech-savvy Millennials with new money and an interest in high-end real estate. We’ve seen this trend in recent years, leading to one of […]

4 Clear and Time-Tested Steps to Sell Your Home Quickly

Since 1976, Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks has been the leader in the Western North Carolina real estate market. And that position doesn’t happen by accident.  Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks agents provide full service at every step of the home selling process, and our listings are supported by 60 operations and marketing team members. When you hire an Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks […]

6 Ways Home Sellers Should Change Strategies for the Current Market

It’s no secret that over the last few years the real estate market has been as hot as asphalt in August. But this fall, we’re seeing both the pavement and real estate sales begin to cool. Don’t worry—we’re not expecting a housing crash like in 2008. Here’s why. A renewed balance to our markets could […]

3 Reasons Why We Shouldn’t Discount Foreign Home Buyers in the Mountains

People from Western North Carolina love it here—and for great reason! Our four distinct seasons are great for local businesses, residents, and visitors alike. The people are kind, the views are jaw dropping, and for most, the cities are just the right size. It’s no wonder so many people choose to Live Abundantly in WNC. […]

What is a FROG (in Real Estate Lingo) and Why Would I Want One in My Home?

Before listing your home for sale, it’s best to take care of certain improvement issues that might pop up during your home inspection: insulation issues, minor plumbing problems, pests and vermin. But if you have a FROG in your home, consider it a boon for your home sale! Here’s everything you need to know about […]

3 Important Things to Understand about Accessibility When Renovating Your Home

On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act. Its purpose was “to set minimum requirements … for newly designed and constructed or altered state and local government facilities, public accommodations, and commercial facilities to be readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities.” When renovating your […]