Businesses are only as good as the people at the heart of the enterprise. In the case of commercial real estate, the importance of talented and dedicated people rises exponentially. That’s why at NAI Beverly-Hanks, we take great strides to develop, inspire, and retain the top talent in the business. Commercial real estate (CRE) in… Read more »

To buy or lease commercial real estate—That is the question! While not quite as dramatic a decision as Hamlet’s soliloquy, the decision to buy or lease the property for your commercial business is an important one. Unfortunately, it’s not a cut and dry answer. Your choice should be informed by the nature of your business,… Read more »

Stepping into the large two-story building that is Village Antiques at Biltmore, the curious and familiar alike are always in for a surprise. The showcase floors are filled wall-to-wall with wondrous items that tell the stories of both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, from the southeast United States to the south of France. “It’s really… Read more »

According to most economic experts, a recession is likely to occur in the next 12–24 months. 47% of those experts predict a recession in 2020. If those words send you running toward your safe room, you’re not alone. After the losses many people took in 2008 and its aftermath, it’s understandable to fear the “R”… Read more »

In today’s fast-paced world, shopping can be as quick as the speed of light through fiber optic internet cables. But while online shopping is designed for convenience, “offline shopping” is still your best bet for discovering quality, one-of-a-kind gifts.  From ceramics to foodstuffs to that necklace you noticed caught her eye, artisans across Western North… Read more »

Ten years ago, the downtown corridor of Canton was relatively desolate: Abandoned building after abandoned building. Empty parking lots. Folks only passing through town in search of a gas station on the way to somewhere else. But, in an effort to save the downtown district, a handful of businesses have recently popped up. Two of… Read more »

For more than 40 years, Beverly-Hanks has been Western North Carolina’s real estate market leader. Our strength as a company is directly correlated to the quality of our professional real estate agents—and we don’t forget that fact. Our agents are experts in communities across the region. And they work hard seven days a week to… Read more »

Is there ever a bad time for pizza?  Cheesy, melty, sometimes greasy, and always satisfying. Rich and complex or breathtakingly simple. Pizza can cover all the categories on the food pyramid—making it the perfect balanced meal, don’t you think? There are times when all you need is a quick slice, and other times where it… Read more »

There are people who like Halloween. And then there are people who channel their inner hoard of hellions to turn their home into a goblin-filled embodiment of Halloween mischief and mayhem. No matter which you are, you probably enjoy visiting the big seasonal Halloween stores that pop up each year. While they undoubtedly have the… Read more »

Q3 2019 Commercial Activity: The sale of two apartment complexes in Asheville accounted for almost $125M of the $278M in commercial transactions for the third quarter. The District, located on Fairview Road near Biltmore Village, sold for $71,500,000. Skyland Exchange, located off Long Shoals Road in Arden, sold for $52,750,000. With 309 units, The District… Read more »