Archive for June, 2011

Lynn Searson Joins The Bourke Group as a Buyer Consultant

Monday, June 13th, 2011

The Bourke Group is excited to announce that we have a new buyer consultant on our team - Lynn Searson. 
Lynn Searson, a 25 year real estate professional and Florida native, brings her extensive knowledge to the Asheville area real estate market. Lynn’s extensive experience in many areas of real estate include on-site, new home [...]

Market Trends for Asheville Real Estate in 28805

Thursday, June 9th, 2011

East Asheville - 28805 Zip Code
Some of the things you will find in East Asheville:

Recreation Park (playgrounds and pool)
Nature Center
Azalea Park - includes John B. Lewis Soccer Complex, plus large playground, Thomas Wolfe cabin, and Dog Park
Easy access to Blue Ridge Pkwy
Easy access to highways and/or Downtown Asheville
Ultimate Ice Cream (best in Asheville)
Cafe Azalea
Highlands Brewing Company (music and beer [...]

Home Inpsections - What to expect?

Wednesday, June 8th, 2011

Home Inspections are an important aspect of a buyer’s due diligence period.  Once the buyer is under contract, the due diligence period allows the buyer to inspect the home.  This video highlights what to do and how to respond to the results of your home inspection.
It is highly recommended that you speak to a real [...]

Freddie Mac :: Summer Sales Promotion :: HomeSteps

Wednesday, June 8th, 2011

Following in the footsteps of its counterpart Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac is offering a summer sales promotion for buyers who purchase a home from its inventory of foreclosures or HomeSteps properties. Since banks typically sell foreclosures “as-is” without incentives, warranties, or repairs, this incentive could help buyers view HomeSteps homes more like a traditional sale, and less [...]