Taking on your own home improvement projects is always rewarding and a great way to learn for those less experienced. However, no project is worth neglecting your household’s long-term health when precautions can be taken to avoid asbestos exposure.

A 2-1 Buydown is a type of financing that lowers the interest rate on a mortgage for the first two years before it rises to the regular, permanent rate. It's a great way to enter the housing market with a lower interest rate than the average current rate.

Is it just us, or has summer flown by? Before everything turns to “pumpkin spice” this and that, get out and enjoy the end of summer fun here in the north Georgia and southern North Carolina mountains!

As our reviews indicate, we strive to provide a 5-star experience to each and every one of our clients. We are committed to implementing the best tools in the industry to market your listing, growing our team through training, and providing a top-notch customer service experience.

For the past 2.5 years, The Mountain Life Real Estate Team has partnered with the friendly folks at Supreme Lending Southeast to offer our clients some of the best services available in the mortgage industry. Now, they have upped the ante with their new program, “Unconditional Close-on-Time Guarantee” designed to ensure buyers close on time, every time.

Looking for a hiking partner to blaze a trail for a day? Or tag along on a picnic at the lake? The Humane Society of Blue Ridge (HSBR) has a new program called “Doggy Day Out” where daytime volunteers can “check out” a dog for a day or two to take on their next outdoor adventure. The best part? The dog gets a day away from the shelter to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience.

If you own an investment property and wish to sell, a 1031 tax-deferred exchange may be a good option. This wealth-building tool can help you sell one investment property and buy another while deferring taxes such as federal capital gains taxes, state capital gains taxes, depreciation recapture, and the newly implemented 3.8 percent Medicare Tax, all of which can significantly increase your purchasing power.

Choosing the right REALTOR® just got a lot easier! Introducing The Mountain Life Real Estate Team’s “VIP Preferred Buyer Program”, created to ensure a smooth buying process and the ultimate 5-star experience. Through the support of a dedicated team who are there every step of the way, home buyers can expect local expertise, a quicker closing, and post-closing advocacy not offered by most real estate companies.

When you hear the words “home renovation,” your immediate response might be to think “too expensive.” While it’s true that remodeling can cause the dollar signs to stack up, with a little planning, it is possible to renovate on a budget. So whether you’re looking to make your home more comfortable this summer or are planning to sell, check out these tips to revamp your space without breaking the bank.