How’s the market? In a word…HOT! Inventory is super low compared to recent years and demand remains steady (and growing). Mortgage interest rates have reached an even lower percentage. This shortage of inventory, with many buyers looking for quality homes in desirable areas, has led to escalating prices, decreased days on market, and increased list…
How do you stay safe while searching? by Deborah Rutter Let’s face it—some people need to purchase: new jobs, new kids, retirement, downsizing, or just plain ole’ moving. Interest rates are low, so for many buyers, the time to jump is now. While it may seem counterintuitive to make such a big move in uncertain…
Race, Zoning, Planning, and the Future In this episode we speak with Lyle Solla-Yates, who works in the IT industry for the University of Virginia, lives in Charlottesville, VA where he serves as a Planning Commissioner, and is an independent researcher. Since 2018, Solla-Yates has been, “Investigating the connections between white supremacy, segregation, and modern anti-housing…
by Tom Seabrook Gardens have delighted the senses for millennia—from barriers for animals built by cavemen to the gardens of Versailles, to the sprawling botanical gardens that beautify our cities today, every culture has left their unique mark on gardening. Explore with us as we dig deeper into the fascinating, enlightening, and sometimes whimsical history…
Jonathan, Keith, and Jim sat down with Nest’s Taylor Titus and discussed her current role, how it has evolved into the Director of Agent Services from Client Happiness Coordinator, how she supports, guides, and leads our agents, and the value of authenticity in marketing and in being human. You can listen to this podcast here, and…
Three beautiful spaces bursting with inspiring decor TEXT by Jasmine Bible + PHOTOGRAPHY by Aaron Coury + Susan Kalergis + Matt Ray Beauty abounds and surrounds us at every turn! We visit three beautiful spaces, bursting with inspiring decor. Find what design elements speak to you, and replicate them in your own home. WESTSIDE MARKET…
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 Angela Mincolla, founder of Angela’s Ark. TEXT BY Jasmine Bible +…
TEXT by Jasmine Bible +PHOTOGRAPHY by Dustin Peck What appears to be a standard backyard shed from the outside is pure magic inside. The fabulous “She Shed” designed by Sally Williams of Colorful Concepts Interior Design, a Raleigh, NC-based interior design firm, is nothing short of amazing. The tiny 9’ x 7’ space in High Point, NC, was transformed…
Eight Tips for Navigating the New Normal by Deborah Rutter It’s likely that the coronavirus, in some form or fashion, will be with us for quite some time. But real estate sales march on! How do you keep your family safe when transmission is highly contagious, and different states have differing rules about what is…
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…