Saving money on your home power bills is a lot easier than you’d think

Power bills are expensive and don’t look poised to get lower anytime soon.Photo by Will on Unsplash Can’t you just hear that old reminder from Mom or Dad? “Turn out the lights! We don’t work for the electric company.” Did you read that in your mother’s voice?...

Why should I get a seller’s inspection before listing my home for sale?

A pre-listing inspection reveals the condition of the house, making the buyer more confident.Photo by David Veksler on Unsplash Everybody knows that home buyers need to have a home inspection before inking the line on a contract. Far fewer know that sellers can get...

These common home inspection issues can’t elude an inspector’s eye

Your home inspector’s trained eye will catch things the rest of us miss. Have you ever experienced being so familiar with something that you start to overlook it? That happens to a lot of homeowners. They overlook things that should not be neglected. This can be...

Asheville sellers’ market makes home buying tough

Conditions favor sellers in the Asheville sellers’ market, but being prepared gives you an advantage. Buying a home can be a challenge in the best of times. Try buying a home in this Asheville sellers’ market that we’re in currently in Western North...

Selling your Asheville home? How to get it ready

Your home needs to shine, inside and out, when you’re ready to list it for sale. Are you thinking of selling your Asheville home? There are so many opinions on the best ways to get your house ready for sale. Opinions are like… weeds! They pop up everywhere...

Your Asheville home’s market value can increase with targeted improvements

A beautiful kitchen adds value to your home.Photo by JOSBRA Design on Unsplash Familiarity breeds… obliviousness. You’ve been living in your home long enough that you don’t really see it objectively. Those old Formica countertops in...