Nest Nabs National Ranking for the 4th Year In A Row We’re thrilled to have made it onto Inc. Magazine’s Inc.5000 list for the fourth consecutive year. The magazine’s annual ranking of privately owned businesses creates a list of the top 5,000 U.S. companies based on their percentage of growth over the last three years, along with their…
Nester John Ince takes a look at ways we can each utilize our homes to become more self reliant. By John Ince It’s like having Whole Foods in your back yard. A 20’ X 20’ garden plot will bless you with more tomatoes, cucumbers, squashes, beans, peas, lettuce, spinach and anything else you can find…
Discovering groovy, vintage, classic, and historical institutions. Text by Jasmine Bible + Photography by Susan Kalergis We set out to find intriguing stories of the past and present. Establishments who honor the past while writing their own history. In our search, we found new businesses in old buildings, and old-school businesses in new buildings. Join…
Wrightsville Beach Roadmap On the search for sunshine, surfboards, and snack shacks? For a classic summer that never ends, head to some of our favorite spots in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Visit some of these places and snap a pic! Tag them #NestRealtyEndlessSummer for a chance to be featured on our Nest Realty Facebook or Instagram…
Hexagons: The shape that’s back in a big way. By Taylor Von Herbulis Retro in its roots, the hexagon shape is regaining popularity. Used singularly or in a pattern, designers are creating objects that feel fresh and modern. Bring a bit of throwback whimsy into your home with these hexagon finds. Pumpkin Pop Simple Throw…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…