It’s tax season and your home offers some significant tax savings. Speak with your accountant about the details of home ownership tax benefits, but here are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare your taxes this [...]

The housing market in Asheville is hot. It is no secret that Asheville is hitting high marks. Restaurants, breweries, the great outdoors, and more are driving its ranks in top ten polls. This vibrant, vintage southern city offers desirable neighborhoods, and is ideal for the first time home buyers, luxury home buyers, families, and investors. Here is the scoop on neighborhoods that are both hot and uphold the charm that keeps wanting more. 

Montford - Located within walking distance to Downtown Asheville and on the National Registry of Historic Places, the beautiful neighborhood of Montford brings a southern charm to the city. With homes in the neighborhood designed and built by architects and contractors from the Biltmore Estate in the early 20th Century, Montford was a favorite escape for vacationing New Englanders and today is filled with people who call Asheville home. 

Grove Park - Located off of Charlotte Street and sitting directly below the widely-recognized Omni Grove Park Inn, this neighborhood is feels mystical. It is one of our favorites to walk, with expansive trees, beautiful landscapes, and intriguing architecture. Grove Park has sophistication, and is a quiet neighborhood for those seeking solitude.  

West Asheville - This community oriented neighborhood offers walkability to stores and restaurants. The hip vibe adds culture and depth, and West Asheville thrives on creativity and the outdoors. The 3rd quarter of 2015 had the highest median sales price of homes sold on record in Asheville. 

Downtown - If you like convenience, great food, and/or beer, downtown Asheville is a great spot for you. Downtown Asheville condo living is great, especially for those that are looking to live part time in this city. The city is walkable, with restaurants, lounges, and markets at your fingertips. 

People love Asheville because they do not have to fit into a mold. They can be who they are and still feel at home. Welcome to Asheville, NC! A city that offers a neighborhood for everyone. 

Historic Montford in Asheville, North Carolina

The charming neighborhood of Montford, located within walking distance to Downtown, Asheville is filled with beautiful historic homes, parks, and history. Montford's established restaurants such as Nine Mile, Tod's Tasties, and Chiesa are soothing to the palate.  With it's quaint bed & breakfasts and historical elegance, Montford has become a prominent neighborhood in Asheville. Single family homes adorn the brick-sidewalk streets, convenient access to Reed Creek Greenway, and location to the Interstate, make it a desirable area to live. 

December has many of us thinking we can't believe it is almost the end of the year. Where did 2015 go? As the year comes to a close, it's a good time to do a little financial [...]

There is a chill in the air in Asheville, and it has us all thinking about keeping warm this winter. Heating our homes cost efficiently is a concern for many, and Mosiac Community LIfestyle Realty exposes "Top 5" things to check in your home to save on your energy bill this [...]

It’s no secret that the real estate industry has evolved in numerous ways over the last decade.   Smart phones, apps, and a variety of internet sites are taking the market by storm, and many looking to buy a home have unprecedented access to property information at their fingertips, without depending on a real estate [...]

Asheville has received many accolades, including one of the World's Best Cities by National Geographic in October of 2014. Asheville is considered "up-and-coming" and is an outdoor mecca with an established foodie scene. Home buyers from more expensive markets - such as New York, Florida, New Jersey, and California - are purchasing in and [...]

The buzzword “green” is everywhere! Go green can mean so many things, however this post is all about recycling. The cans and the cant’s. We’ve got a list for all the items in your household, so you know where to place the item! For example, did you know that pet food bags are not recyclable? Search below for what you can and cannot [...]

Are you ready to buy your first Asheville home? What you need to know before you buy.

A Financial Review - Do you have your budget in order and know where your monthly mortgage payments need to be? Keep in mind additional home ownership costs, such as property taxes, insurance, and [...]

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With sightings of red and yellow leaves adorning downtown trees, fall is on the way here in Asheville, North Carolina. September and October are some of the most beautiful months in Western North Carolina. With the intoxicating weather and many outdoor festivals to enjoy, we often forget to do some fall home maintenance heading into [...]