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What it’s Like to be a Seller

Understanding the transaction from the other side. By Mary Rayner Being a Realtor® for ten years, I was always in a position where I listed homes for sellers and made numerous appointments to view houses with buyers. I always tell my sellers to try to accept all appointments made by agents. It wasn’t until recently, when…

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House Tour: An Educated Renovation

A historic elementary school becomes a grand estate. In 1922, the first class began at the Batesville Elementary School in historic Batesville, VA. Now, nearly a century later, the former school has been transformed into a grand family home. École, French for “school,” sits atop a lovely hill with manicured gardens, pool, and original barn. Inside, the 4,400-square-foot home has…

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Meet the Makers: Galen Kipar & Anthony Esposito

In our “Meet the Makers” series, we’ll introduce you to local personalities from each of the towns where Nest offices are located. These makers enrich our communities and color the landscape of our towns. For this installment, we travel to the French Broad River in Asheville, North Carolina to meet two Fly Fishermen and learn more…

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First Impressions – Classic With A Twist

You only get one chance at a first impression, so make it a great one! Is your home ready for a refresh? This classic home in Fredericksburg, VA gets an updated look thanks to a vibrant front door and whimsical details. Copy this look to enhance your curb appeal! COLOR PALETTE  The bright pink front door takes this…

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First Impressions – Modern Stunner

You only get one chance at a first impression, so make it a great one! We spotted this modern stunner in Asheville, North Carolina. The clean lines and sleek materials make a bold visual impact, and the accents tie the entire concept together. Would a modern refresh suit your home? If so, copy this look to enhance your…

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The “Final Cost” of Building a New Home

Asheville Nester, Laura Moye, spoke with business colleague Sean D. Sullivan of Living Stone Construction for some tips on building a new house… Six Tips of the Trade By Sean Sullivan  Few things in life can be as exciting—and equally daunting—as building a new house. Throughout the design and construction process, there are multitudes of decisions to consider that…

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Meet the Makers: Ed Roseberry & Steve Trumbull

In our “Meet the Makers” series, we’ll introduce you to local personalities from each of the towns where Nest offices are located. These makers enrich our communities and color the landscape of our towns. For this installment, we’ll sit down with two photographers who share past and present photographs of the little big city that is…

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Sprucing Up for Spring!

Spring is for new beginnings By Laura Moye As the temperatures rise, flowers begin to bloom, and the days get longer, it’s the perfect time to begin that special home improvement project you’ve been thinking about. I was excited to get started on one of my own last week! Here at our house, we’re doing…

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Asheville Real Estate Market Report: First Quarter 2016

CURRENT Asheville Real Estate CONDITIONS STRONGLY FAVOR SELLERS We’ve just released the First Quarter 2016 Nest Market Report for the Asheville area. Extremely low inventory levels were a pervasive trend across our market this past quarter which played a role in constraining sales. The lack of inventory pushed median sales prices upward to $216,900 this past quarter…

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The Power of Art: The Maximalist

Artwork has the potential to completely transform a space—inside or outside your home. Art can add depth, dimension, and personality to any room. An intriguing piece of art can also act as a window into the personality of its inhabitants. Whether it’s a piece collected during your travels, or art that has been passed down…

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