Glenda Gravatt - Professional Real Estate Consultant

10/10/2022

There is nothing better this time of year to take a drive to our mountains and enjoy the explosion of fall color. The great thng about it is that you can go for a day or several days and breathe in the crisp fall air. Enjoy!

It’s that time of year again where the mountains of North Carolina are graced with a beautiful kaleidoscope of autumn foliage. With fall officially starting tomorrow, “color watch” in the mountains has begun. Because of the many 6,000 foot peaks throughout the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mounta...

06/23/2022

If you are like a lot of homeowners right now, you may be considering some updates to your home that you have been putting off. The following article shares some good insights into what might be important to focus on. Please remember that I am available for you whether you are thinking of buying or selling. I'm just a phone call or email away, and I love hearing from you. Happy Summer and stay cool!

Aiming to provide homeowners with important knowledge as it relates to making decisions on how to make the best financial decisions when it comes to updating their home, the latest Cost vs. Value report was just released. Keep reading to learn which improvement projects return the most ROI and what....

04/26/2022

For more years than I can remember I have entered twice a day every day hoping that one day the winner will be me lol. I don't give up easily. This one is in Wilmington, and that would be fabulous.

Each year HGTV reveals its Smart Home giveaway, complete with smart features and impeccable design. Showcasing futuristic features, home design lovers look forward to learning about up and coming smart home innovations while getting a glimpse of the latest in design trends. Come take a virtual walk....

04/21/2022

If you think you might be interested in buying a fixer-upper, this is good information. I work with an investor client and all the homes we purchase are as-is. This means you really need to know your financial limit going into the project. There are always unknowns that show up.

In this current market, it is a wonderful opportunity to get your hands on that perfect property that you  can transform from “broken to beauty.”  With the current housing shortage, you may find it easier to buy a property that needs a little love, that  you can pay less upfront costs, but wo...

04/01/2022

Here's another artice that you may find helpful if you're thinking of selling or buying. I'm always here to help you navigate the market.

Thinking about buying new construction soon or just curious about the latest trends in home design and layout? Here’s what you can expect to see when you tour new construction this year.  Light wood floors While wood floors will certainly never go out of style, a new breed of wood floors is slowl...

04/01/2022

I must say that I am definitely an emotinal house shopper, and I can usually tell the minute I walk in the door if I am going to like it. Sometimes just seeing the front elevaion tells me that I am going to like it. For others it's more of an equasion that is given very serious thought. Unfortunatley in today's market no one has the luxury of time, and decisions must be made on the spot or not all. My hope is this will change at some point in the future, but in the meantime this article may be helpful to some of you.

Shopping for a home is a big deal. It’s likely one of the largest purchase decisions you’ll ever make and with that, comes great responsibility to make sure it’s a decision you’ll be happy with for years to come. To help you navigate this new process like a pro, we’ve put together a comple...

02/10/2022

If you or anyone you know is planning a renovation of any size, I highly recommend this article. I just had a primary bath renovated, and made the mistake of not hiring a designer. Luckily it was more about paint than anything else, but nevertheless added more time and dollars.

Whether you’re getting ready to tackle your outdated kitchen or fixing up your home to sell, you’ll likely need to lean on the expertise of a general contractor to get the job done. Here are the six most typical mistakes homeowners make when it comes to working with a GC and how you can avoid [....

02/05/2022

02/02/2022

If you are like many people you may be considering putting your home on the market this spring. This is a great article to help you understand the thngs you should do before you list. The properties that are in great shape are typically the ones that go under contract very fast, and many times with multiple offers. Please remember that I am always here to assist you whether you are wanting to sell or buy.

Have plans to sell your home this spring? It’s never too early to start tackling that to-do list so you can make sure your home sells quickly. Not sure where to start? Here are the 5 best things to do to get your home ready to sell. #1 Clear the clutter  By far, the biggest […]

01/21/2022

An amazing feat considering we experienced another Pandemic year! On to 2022!

Allen Tate Companies ended 2021 with $6.8 billion in closed sales volume, the best year in the history of the 64-year-old company.

11/08/2021

Under contract in 24 hours! I am so happy for my clients, and with three young children this needed to happen fast.

**Many thanks to all of you who have made appointments. The seller has accepted an offer.** Delightful home in desirable Park Crossing. Many updates to include Granite and tile backsplash in kitchen, Bosch induction cooktop and double ovens, painted cabinets, recessed lighting, new hardwoods...

11/05/2021

I am delighted to present this beautiful home in popular Park Crossing that is new to the market today. Lots of updates, and one you don't want to miss. Better hurry!

**SHOWINGS START 11am FRIDAY NOV 5** Delightful home in desirable Park Crossing. Many updates to include Granite and tile backsplash in kitchen, Bosch induction cooktop and double ovens, painted cabinets, recessed lighting, new hardwoods down and upstairs hall (2020), main level heat pump...