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Blog :: 05-2012

Asheville Building Permits Rise for First Quarter. Asheville Land Sales, Anyone?

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Will Asheville Building Permit Increase=New Construction?

 

For the first time in several years, Asheville Real Estate statistics indicate that residential building permits are on the rise.  Greybeard Realty tracks several market indicators to gauge the Asheville area real estate market, and our company sees the present statistics as a positive [...]

Choosing An Asheville Summer Camp? Why Not Own One!

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Do you have memories of an Asheville summer camp experience? Do you remember s'mores by the fire and quiet cabin chats with fellow campers? If you have an interest in providing that experience to Asheville vacationers today, consider GreyBeard's commercial property listings for sale in the Asheville real estate market.

 

Own your own Asheville summer camp. (Sold 2017)

Constructed in 2002, this Black Mountain property, previously used as a summer camp, features handicap facilities, a modern kitchen facility, as well as recreational facilities. While this property was sold in 2017, you can reach out to GreyBeard for more information on upcoming unique Asheville commercial properties. For an opportunity to gain access to the growing Asheville vacation/summer camp market, please contact GreyBeard Realty.

Consider Asheville Foreclosure Properties As Alternative to Rent

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The Asheville Real Estate market has not experienced the large number of foreclosure properties  that other areas across the nation have. Despite that, Greybeard's Asheville foreclosure properties listings offer a wide range of homes, and our Realtors understand the special considerations a buyer needs when purchasing a distressed property.

In the last few weeks, several articles have discussed the impact foreclosed properties has had on the national real estate market. As more people lose their homes and move into rental properties, the number of rental properties available has diminished which in turn has increased rental rates.  Also, mortgage rates continue to hover at record low rates, making becoming a home owner more affordable.

 

Asheville Foreclosures Benefit From Rising Rents

 

More people are finding that, if they have solid employment and an excellent credit rating, they actually can lower their housing costs by buying a home. In many instance, particularly if they can find a foreclosed property that appeals to them, buyers can spend less money monthly if they own their home rather than renting.

Again, while there are financial benefits, buyers need to understand the complexities that can accompany buying a distressed home. For more information on Asheville foreclosure properties or to get more information about the process of buying a distressed property, please contact Greybeard Realty.