First, let's define how a 1031 exchange works. A 1031 exchange, also known as a like-kind exchange, is a tax-deferred strategy used by real estate investors to swap one investment property for another without triggering immediate capital gains taxes. Under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, …
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HOAs are growing in popularity. Is one the right lifestyle for you?
Let's weigh the pros and cons of HOA living. A Homeowners Association (HOA) is an organization formed by a community of homeowners within a specific residential development or neighborhood. It establishes and enforces rules and regulations governing property maintenance, common areas, and community …
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Our agents live and breathe Asheville. You expect value from your real estate agent. You'll be glad to hear that we've got you. Our Asheville Realty Group agents are your local experts who know all the ins and outs of the city's housing scene. We have the lowdown on which neighborhoods are buzzing …
Buy a Home, Be Happy – part 2
Communicating with Your Realtor Communicating with your Realtor is crucial to having a great home buying experience. It is so important that it warrants a whole conversation at the beginning of your relationship. Here are some important tips to guide the conversation. Confidentiality First, …
Listing Your Home and . . . Price
Pricing Your Home The most important aspect of listing your home for sale is the price. Curb appeal is very important. Decluttering is a must. Making repairs prior to listing helps immensely. But a home that is overpriced for what it is will sit and get stale, until you correct the price and get it …
Are Seller Concessions Necessary?
Buyers' or Sellers' Market? The real estate market is shifting. In some areas of the country, it has flipped to a strong buyer’s market. Not so in Asheville! We still have only 1.8 months of inventory in the Asheville Region, which means it is still a sellers' market. So are seller concessions …