5 Sense-sational Spots to Enjoy Fresh Apples in West Asheville

Sweet, savory, pureed, or pressed—there are so many ways to enjoy fresh apples in the fall! Today, we’re going to focus on a microcosm of menus featuring the fresh fruit: West Asheville along Haywood Road. Though not specifically in the heart of apple country, this mile-and-a-half stretch demonstrates a good cross section of how apples… Read more »


Beverly-Hanks Q3 2017 Market Report: Commercial Real Estate is a Mixed Bag in Quarter 3

Beverly-Hanks President Neal Hanks, Jr. recently delivered the Western North Carolina Q3 2017 Real Estate Market Report. Watch the video below for his short report, or continue reading for a summation. Q3 2017 Commercial Activity: As is often the case with commercial real estate, one or two big deals can really sway numbers when comparing… Read more »


Making Dreams a Reality: Wishbone Tiny Homes

Tiny homes come true. That’s the motto of Teal Brown, co-owner and builder at Wishbone Tiny Homes in West Asheville. “A lot of people dream about having a tiny home,” he said. “And we’re making these dreams possible.” And in recent years, the small structures have become popular in the city and greater Western North… Read more »


Commercial Property Showcase: 633 Merrimon Avenue in Asheville, NC 28804

The perfect spot to reach college students, luxury home owners, and everyone in between! $11,500/month | CPE#: 487106 Have you been wondering what will go into the former Atlanta Bread Company location on Merrimon Avenue in north Asheville? We have, too. So, why don’t you tell us? The space is available for lease, and we… Read more »


Science and Technology Ventures are Launching Historic Burnsville, NC into the 21st Century

When you think of the historic mountain town of Burnsville, you may not immediately think of twenty-first century science and industry. But there are gigabytes of valuable information flowing discretely at lightning speed throughout the county. Located 35 miles northeast of Asheville and 50 miles southwest of Boone, the friendly small town of Burnsville, NC… Read more »


Asheville’s Food Truck Frenzy: Meals on Wheels

It all started with 12 lunches. “I was painting trim underneath this desk in this office building,” Jeremiah Jackson said. “And the secretary was complaining about how they couldn’t get 12 meals made and delivered there. So, I popped my head up and said, ‘I can do it.’” And it was this simple interaction in… Read more »


17 Solar Eclipse Celebrations in Asheville and across WNC

Forty-eight years ago, a nation collectively huddled around their television sets to witness three men make one giant leap for mankind. In less than two weeks, the nation will again come together. This time, however, we will not be staring at screens, but will be in the grass, on the sidewalks, in our back yards,… Read more »


Commercial Property Showcase: 139 Cherry Street in Black Mountain, NC 28711

Imagine the possibilities for this prime retail space around the corner from the Old Depot! $14.00/SF | CPE#: 486846 If you were going to open a shop in bustling downtown Black Mountain, what would you sell? The 20-plus-foot ceiling is the limit in this historic retail location! Built in 1915, the building has been recently… Read more »


Will the Brunch Bill Come to Beer City?

The Sabbath is getting a little bit boozier for many across the state. On June 30, 2017, Governor Roy Cooper signed a bill that quickly became known as the “Brunch Bill.” Among its several provisions, the legislation allows businesses, including grocery stores, restaurants, and bars, to begin serving alcohol at 10:00am on Sunday instead of… Read more »


Commercial Property Showcase: 66 Long Shoals Road in Arden, NC 28704

Going fast!—This is one of the few remaining development tracts along Long Shoals Road. $1,850,000 | CPE#: 486983 These 2.85 acres have prime frontage along the highly trafficked Long Shoals Road in South Asheville. The property sits beside Groce Funeral Home and across from Lake Julian and Wild Wing Cafe’s Arden location. The back of… Read more »