Derek Yelton, Whitetail Properties Real Estate Land Specialist, Western NC

Derek Yelton, Whitetail Properties Real Estate Land Specialist, Western NC Dedicated to helping clients navigate their real estate needs at the very highest level.

🏡 DOUBLE SUCCESS ON HUDLOW ROAD! 🏡What an incredible day in Rutherford County!Both of these 0.86± acre lots on Hudlow Ro...
06/11/2026

🏡 DOUBLE SUCCESS ON HUDLOW ROAD! 🏡

What an incredible day in Rutherford County!
Both of these 0.86± acre lots on Hudlow Road in Forest City reached major milestones on the very same day. One property officially SOLD, while the second went UNDER CONTRACT to a buyer who will get a brand-new home on the property. 🎉

There is nothing more rewarding than helping sellers achieve their goals. Seeing both of these properties move forward on the same day was truly exciting, and I couldn’t be happier for everyone involved.

A huge thank you to my seller for trusting me throughout the process, and congratulations to both buyers as they begin an exciting new chapter.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, building, or investing in land, I’d love the opportunity to help.
📞 Derek Yelton�Whitetail Properties Land & Home Specialist�828-429-8231�📧 [email protected]

🏡 PENDING IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY! 🏡Another property is officially UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉This home situated on 1.1± acres in Rut...
06/11/2026

🏡 PENDING IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY! 🏡

Another property is officially UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉

This home situated on 1.1± acres in Rutherford County is going to make a beautiful place when my buyers get done with it!!! Excited to see what the finished product looks like!!!

Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, sell your current property, invest in land, or find that perfect farm or recreational tract, I’d love the opportunity to help.

📞 Thinking about buying or selling? Let’s talk!

Derek Yelton
Whitetail Properties Land & Home Specialist
📱 828-429-8231
📧 [email protected]

06/06/2026

🏡 COMING SOON – Green Hill Community! 🏡

A beautiful new listing is about to hit the market at 212 Turner Road, Rutherfordton, NC!

Stay tuned for more details, photos, and everything this incredible property has to offer!

Derek Yelton
Whitetail Properties Land & Home Specialist
📞 828-429-1245

🚜🌲 May Recap – Grateful, Blessed, and Busy! 🌲🦌What a month May turned out to be!Over the past few weeks, I had the privi...
06/04/2026

🚜🌲 May Recap – Grateful, Blessed, and Busy! 🌲🦌

What a month May turned out to be!

Over the past few weeks, I had the privilege of helping multiple buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals across Rutherford and Cleveland Counties. From recreational tracts and homesites to investment opportunities, the market has continued to stay active, and I’m incredibly thankful for every client who trusted me to guide them through the process.

✅ Multiple properties SOLD and UNDER CONTRACT

✅ New buyers finding the right piece of land

✅ Sellers successfully moving on to their next chapter

✅ Continued growth and education through the Realtors Land Institute

This month I also completed both Land 101: Fundamentals of Land Brokerage and Recreational Land Real Estate through the Realtors Land Institute. I believe education never stops, and investing in my knowledge allows me to better serve my clients and provide the highest level of expertise possible when buying or selling land.

And we’re not slowing down! Several exciting new listings are already in the pipeline and will be hitting the market soon. If you’ve been waiting for the right hunting property, farm, homesite, or investment tract, now is a great time to reach out so you can get an early look at what’s coming.

Most importantly, I’m thankful to God for His guidance, my family for their support, Whitetail Properties for the opportunities, and each of you who continue to trust, refer, like, share, and support my business.

Whether you’re looking for hunting land, a farm, a homesite, timberland, or simply want to know what your property may be worth, I’d be honored to help.

📞 Derek Yelton
Whitetail Properties Land Specialist
828-429-8231
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.whitetailproperties.com/agents/derek-yelton-1

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” – Proverbs 16:3

🌲 MORE THAN JUST LAND... IT'S YOUR ESCAPE. 🦌Owning recreational property isn't just about having a place to hunt, fish, ...
06/04/2026

🌲 MORE THAN JUST LAND... IT'S YOUR ESCAPE. 🦌

Owning recreational property isn't just about having a place to hunt, fish, ride ATVs, or spend time outdoors.

It's about creating memories with family and friends, investing in something tangible, and owning a piece of God's creation that can be enjoyed for generations.

At Whitetail Properties, land is what we do. We live it, hunt it, walk it, and understand it. Our team has built one of the largest networks of land specialists in the country, giving our clients access to market knowledge, buyer demand, and resources that few companies can match.

Whether you're looking for:🦌 Hunting land🌲 Timberland🏕️ Recreational property🚜 Small farms🏡 Mountain retreats💰 Investment tracts

We're connected to the markets we serve because we are part of those markets. We spend countless hours on the ground evaluating properties, studying land values, and helping buyers and sellers make informed decisions.

And if financing is part of your plan, we have relationships with lenders who specialize in land and recreational property financing. Many buyers are surprised to learn there are excellent options available for purchasing hunting land, farms, and recreational tracts.

If you've ever dreamed of owning your own piece of land, let's have a conversation about what's possible.

📞 Derek YeltonWhitetail Properties Land Specialist828-429-8231📧 [email protected]🌐 www.whitetailproperties.com/agents/derek-yelton-1

Your legacy starts with the right piece of land.

🏡 RENTING vs. BUYING 🏡Let’s look at a simple example:🔹 Renting at $1,500 per month for 5 years = $90,000 paid out.At the...
06/03/2026

🏡 RENTING vs. BUYING 🏡

Let’s look at a simple example:

🔹 Renting at $1,500 per month for 5 years = $90,000 paid out.

At the end of those 5 years, that money is gone and you’re still renting.

🔹 Buying a $250,000 home with a similar monthly payment can be a completely different story.

If that home appreciates by just 4% annually, it could be worth nearly $304,000 in 5 years — creating approximately $54,000 in appreciation alone.

Now add in the equity built through paying down your mortgage principal, and homeownership can become one of the most powerful tools available for building long-term wealth.

Every situation is different, and buying isn’t right for everyone. But if you’ve been wondering whether owning a home is possible, let’s talk about your options. You may be closer than you think!

Whether you’re looking for a home, a small farm, or land to build on, I’d be honored to help guide you through the process.

📞 Derek Yelton
Whitetail Properties Land Specialist
828-429-8231
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.whitetailproperties.com/agents/derek-yelton-1

🔥 OFFICIALLY UNDER CONTRACT!!! 🔥Another great property is officially spoken for, and I couldn’t be more thankful for the...
05/28/2026

🔥 OFFICIALLY UNDER CONTRACT!!! 🔥

Another great property is officially spoken for, and I couldn’t be more thankful for the continued support from my buyers and sellers. It’s been an incredible market, and I’m truly blessed to help so many families and landowners navigate one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, invest, or just explore what’s out there, please don’t hesitate to give me a call. I’d love the opportunity to help you achieve your real estate goals!

📍 Rutherford County, NC
🌲 2 ± Acres

📞 Derek Yelton
Whitetail Properties Land Specialist
828-429-8231
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.whitetailproperties.com/agents/derek-yelton-1

🏡 Thinking About Buying a Home in North Carolina? You May Qualify for Down Payment Assistance! 💰One of the biggest thing...
05/27/2026

🏡 Thinking About Buying a Home in North Carolina? You May Qualify for Down Payment Assistance! 💰

One of the biggest things holding buyers back right now is the down payment… but many people don’t realize there are programs available right here in North Carolina that can help make homeownership possible.

The North Carolina Housing Finance Agency offers several programs designed to help both first-time buyers and move-up buyers get into a home with affordable financing options.

Here are a few programs worth looking into:

✅ NC Home Advantage Mortgage™
Offers up to 3% of the loan amount in down payment assistance for eligible buyers.

✅ NC 1st Home Advantage Down Payment
First-time home buyers and military veterans may qualify for $15,000 in down payment assistance.

✅ Community Home Buying Programs
Some buyers with qualifying income levels may be eligible for up to 25% of the sales price in assistance (up to $50,000).

✅ Self-Help Loan Pool
Provides zero-interest shared mortgage financing for eligible low- and moderate-income buyers.

Programs like these can make a HUGE difference for families trying to purchase their first home, investment property, or country retreat.

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines wondering if buying is possible, now may be the time to start the conversation. I’d be happy to connect you with trusted local lenders and help guide you through the process from start to finish.

📍 Whether you’re looking for a home, land, hunting property, or mountain getaway in Western North Carolina — I’m here to help.

Derek Yelton
Whitetail Properties Land Specialist
📱 828-429-8231
📧 [email protected]
🌎 www.whitetailproperties.com/agents/derek-yelton-1

It’s literally been so busy lately that I haven’t even had time to keep Facebook updated. Over the past 3 days alone, I’...
05/26/2026

It’s literally been so busy lately that I haven’t even had time to keep Facebook updated. Over the past 3 days alone, I’ve shown properties across 5 different counties, and this spring market has been absolutely incredible.

God continues to open doors and bless this business in ways I don’t take for granted. I’m beyond thankful for every buyer, seller, client, referral, and follower who continues to support me and trust me through one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.

The demand for land, homes, farms, recreational tracts, and investment properties has been strong, and Whitetail Properties continues to provide unmatched marketing, exposure, and service for our clients across Western North Carolina and beyond.

I truly love what I do, and I’m thankful every single day for the opportunity to serve so many great people. If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling, let’s talk and see what opportunities are out there for you too.

Thank you all again for the continued support, prayers, likes, shares, calls, and referrals. None of this goes unnoticed.

🔥 UNDER CONTRACT in Rutherford County, NC! 🔥Another one locked up in Ellenboro NC!!! This one has 5.37± acres and I cou...
05/18/2026

🔥 UNDER CONTRACT in Rutherford County, NC! 🔥

Another one locked up in Ellenboro NC!!! This one has 5.37± acres and I couldn’t be more excited for my clients on this one! This market continues to stay strong, and I’m seeing so many motivated buyers and sellers making moves right now.

I don’t take it lightly that so many of you trust me to be a part of one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. I’m truly honored and blessed by the continued support 🙏

If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling land or a home, now is a great time to explore your options. Let’s talk and see what’s out there for you too!

📞 828-429-8231
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.whitetailproperties.com/agents/derek-yelton-1

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