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The Luck of the Irish

If you’re looking for a home this spring, you don’t need the luck of the Irish! All you need is a Yancey Realty agent on your side! We are a locally owned, boutique real estate firm that understands the importance of constant communication, knowledge of the local market, and excellent customer service. We put our […]

Staged For Success

Staging your home prior to taking pictures and going on the market helps buyers visualize living there! They understand how much furniture can fit in each room, and get an idea for what to do with the space if they were to buy it! You can find a list of our recommended stagers here under […]

What You Need to Know About Making an Offer

You’ve narrowed down your wish list, viewed many homes, and finally found your perfect fit! Time to take the leap and make an offer! This can be both incredibly intimidating and exponentially exciting. So, how can you throw your hat into the ring with confidence? Here’s what you need to know to make an offer […]

Home Ownership Means Freedom

Some people think that owning a home ties you down. In reality, owning a home provides you freedom! The freedom to paint, change the floorpan, switch out flooring, and do whatever project it is you want! When you rent a home/condo/townhouse, most of the time you aren’t allowed to make changes; if you are allowed […]

Preparing to Spring Forward

Whether you plan on buying or selling this spring, these tips could help you ‘spring ahead’ of your competition Another tip?? Get a Yancey Realty agent to help you! Give us a call today at 704.467.8877!

Want to Find Your Dream Home??

Yancey Realty agents can help you along the home buying or home selling process! We understand each step, and can guide you to ensure you get the most out of your house, or find you the perfect home! Give us a call at 704-467-8877 today to get started!

Secrets for a Stress-Free Purchase

The first step in the home buying process is to get a pre-approval letter from a mortgage lender. He/she will collect financial documents, like bank statements, tax returns, paystubs, etc. to best decipher the price point of home you should be considering. With a pre-approval letter in hand, you will want to search for that […]

Which Down Payment Option is Right for You??

You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal. It also helps you get favorable rates from lenders. But there can actually […]

Benefits of Homeownership

Not only does owning a home build future wealth, but it provides you with tax savings, overall happiness, and roots in a specific neighborhood, street, or area! Not to mention, when you own a home, you can paint a wall, change the backsplash, or do any general upgrade you want without having to ask permission […]

How Can I Increase My Family’s Net Worth?

Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances. Data is collected across all economic and social groups. The latest survey data covers 2013-2016. The study revealed that the median net worth of a homeowner is $231,400 – a 15% increase since 2013. At the same time, the median net worth of renters decreased by […]