5 Insider Secrets for Success in Real Estate

Success in any industry is difficult to define, and the real-estate business is no exception. Regardless of the personal goals you’ve set for yourself or the type of properties you’ve chosen to focus on, there are a few “secrets” to getting on the path towards success that we wanted to share with you:   HAVE…

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What is the Home Selling Process Really Like?

So you’ve decided to sell your house… But what is the home selling process really like?  You’ll likely begin your seller’s journey by hiring a real estate agent. While the Internet has made it easier to sell your home all on your own, about 93% of home sales are still closed with a real estate…

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3 Homes in Charlotte, NC That Will Make Your Jaw DROP

Charlotte, NC is known for its ties to finance and new energy, the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, its food scene, and much, much more. But one of the Queen City’s best attributes is its modern skyline and unique architecture.  We’ve seen hundreds of gorgeous handcrafted homes at Nestlewood Realty. Here are 3 homes on the market…

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5 Staging Tips that DO NOT Matter For Home Sellers

Staging your home for sale is both an art and a science. There is plenty of information out there that will tell you exactly how to stage your home for an open house, but most of it is just fluff! Here are the 5 staging misconceptions the internet won’t tell you that expert realtors know…

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High End "Green" Homes

As more buyers look to reduce their carbon footprint, eco-friendly or “green” amenities are a must, especially in high-end homes. But this is more than just having energy-saving light bulbs. For many, “going green” means going high tech, and sellers should take note of these trends as they become more and more common in high-end…

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Unexpected & Hidden Costs When Buying Your First Home

Buying a home for the first time is exciting but can also be a scary experience. You are excited to redecorate, paint, get new furniture, and settle in! But unfortunately, there are often a lot of hidden costs when buying a home that you may not have budgeted for when you determined your mortgage terms…

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How to Prep a Room to Paint

With summer right around the corner, now is the time that most of us find ourselves with a list of projects to get done. One of the most exciting projects is getting to repaint parts of your home. An important but overlooked step in painting is preparing your room and wall If skipped you may…

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Top 10 Actions to Take During Your Deep Clean

Spring has sprung! Now is the perfect time to deep clean your home. Cleaning your home makes it feels fresher and more open. Whether you’re preparing for a sale or clearing the cobwebs of winter, this means going further than your regular tidying and making time to dive into the seldom-touched areas of your home.…

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