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Why Real Estate Keeps Winning (And What That Means for You)
Let me tell you something I’ve learned after years in this business: real estate investing isn’t just good. It’s really, really good. And I’m not…
The Family Home: A Guide to Passing Property to the Next Generation
You’ve spent decades building equity in your home—it’s more than just an asset, it’s where your family grew up, where holidays were celebrated, where memories…
Zillow’s ChatGPT Integration: Innovation or Violation?
When Zillow announced it was the first real estate company to launch an app within ChatGPT, the industry didn’t exactly respond with applause. Instead, the…
The Rise of the Backyard Office: Why Remote Workers Are Moving Outdoors
The modern workplace is evolving, and for millions of Americans, it’s moving into the backyard. Gone are the days when working from home meant squeezing…
The Real Talk Guide to LLCs for Rental Properties: When Protection Actually Makes Sense
The real estate investing world loves to shout “Put everything in an LLC!” as if it’s universal wisdom. Meanwhile, seasoned investors often do the opposite,…
Should Landlords Include a Washer and Dryer? A Complete Guide to Benefits, Tax Advantages, and ROI
For landlords evaluating whether to include a washer and dryer in their rental properties, the decision involves balancing upfront costs against long-term advantages. While many…
Don’t Wait for Rock-Bottom Mortgage Rates: Here’s What to Expect in 2026
If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines of the housing market waiting for mortgage rates to plummet, we have some news you need to hear…
Rental Market Cools: Single-Family Rent Growth Hits 15-Year Low
The rental market is experiencing a significant shift. After years of rapid increases that strained budgets across the country, rent growth for single-family homes has…
Is Buying an Investment Property Worth It in 2025? Where Smart Investors Are Finding Success
The landscape of real estate investing has shifted dramatically since the pandemic era. What once felt like a can’t-miss opportunity now requires careful strategy, deeper…
Charlotte Observer’s “Charlotte’s Best”: How We Earned Bronze Among a Powerhouse Field of Competition in the Charlotte NC Area
By: Alisha Robbins, COO We’re incredibly proud to announce that our Charlotte office has been awarded the Bronze medal in the Charlotte Observer’s “Charlotte’s Best”…
How the Chaos of a Pandemic Delivered a Rock Star Property Manager (in the making) to our Company
and Kicked off 5 Wild Years Ending with MoveZen, Named as One of Charlotte’s Premier Property Management Offices. See: How Catherine and the Amazing Team…
Think You Won That Real Estate Bidding War? Think Again
You’ve finally done it. After weeks of searching and several disappointments, you’ve won the bidding war on your dream home. You paid $15,000 over asking,…
What Property Owners and Renters Should Know About AI-Enhanced Listings
We’ve all been there—scrolling through listings online when a photo stops you in your tracks. Perfect lighting, immaculate lawn, beautifully furnished rooms. You click through,…
Good News for Renters: Where Rent Prices Are Finally Dropping
If you’ve been watching your monthly rent payment climb higher and higher since the pandemic, you’re not alone—and there’s finally some encouraging news on the…