We’re proud of the team of agents we’ve assembled here at Nest Realty. We think they’re pretty awesome, and we think you will too. During our “Meet the Agent” series, we sit down with our agents to learn more about them, what makes them tick, and why they’re passionate about the real estate industry. In this in…
Birding in Asheville By Bobbi Holland It’s true, “Bird chirping weather is my favorite weather.” Perhaps because my grandfather loved birds so much and I adored him so much, I have enjoyed watching, listening to, and trying to identify birds since I was a girl. I fondly remember helping him refill his bird feeders in…
We love supporting neighborhood businesses and getting to know the awesome people behind them! This week, we’re sharing seven local treasures from around our Nest Realty locations: TACO TUESDAYS If you’re not willing to cash-in your vacation days and credit card miles to travel to Texas for tacos, despair not. Texas-style tacos can be found just…
TEXT BY JASMINE BIBLE PHOTOGRAPHY BY AARON H. BIBLE, SUSAN KALERGIS, CARRIE TURNER Beauty abounds and surrounds us at every turn! We visit three spaces with three different styles—find what speaks to you, and replicate that design element in your home. BimBeriBon BimBeriBon is named after Bimberi Peak in Australia, and bon, the French word for good. This hot new eatery…
Here at Nest Realty, we are passionate about giving back to our local community. Lately, we’ve been hosting “Drink it Forward” happy hour fundraisers to benefit local nonprofits. Be on the lookout for the next fundraiser in your area! #giveBOLDLY 11 Nest has partnered with 11 different businesses—from mortgage companies to local restaurants. 10 Our contributions have helped 10 local…
Overview of the 2018 Housing Market 2018 saw continued growth and stability in the Asheville Area housing market. While inventory remained low, overall sales volume continued to reach record levels for our market. With increased sales prices, and decreased days on the market, sellers in the market remained confident throughout 2018. Buyers saw prices increasing…
TEXT Jasmine Bible + PHOTOGRAPHY Susan Kalergis Photography In our “Give BOLDLY” series, we highlight local residents who are dedicated to making a difference in our communities. From volunteering at a food bank to running a nonprofit, and everywhere in-between, these individuals are passionately giving back through their philanthropic efforts. In this installment, we speak with Cristine Nardi, the…
It’s Not So Hard 2 Recycle By: Bobbi Holland The new year is here, and with it typically come all kinds of new intentions and resolutions. For many people, the most common one is, can you guess? To lose weight or exercise more. It got me thinking: Even if you’re not someone who’s determined to shrink…
TEXT Jasmine Bible + PHOTOGRAPHY Kristen Elizabeth Photography For Lexi Powell, design has been a lifelong passion. Originally from Montana, she grew up watching her mother Jennifer, who is also an interior designer, work with colors and fabrics. With an innate sense of color harmonies and composition, Powell moved to Hong Kong in 2003 to work for an international product development design house.…
As real estate agents, Nesters see countless homes…so when it comes to their dream home for entertaining, they know exactly what they prefer! KEEP IT OPEN! 87% of Nesters prefer an open concept main floor, rather than having a separate dining room. KITCHEN ISLAND 45% of Nesters eat at their kitchen island, compared to just 13% who…