Recent News
REALTORS applaud Watauga Commissioners, NC Governor
May 21, 2020, 7:22am
The High Country Association of REALTORS® endorsed Wednesday the recent unanimous decision by the Watauga County Board of Commissioners to align with N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper’s proposed plan on easing COVID-19 ...
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HCAR statement to the Boone Town Council
May 13, 2020, 9:02am
The High Country Association of REALTORS® released a statement May 12 addressed to the Boone Town Council. It encouraged Council members to vote against the proposed indefinite extension of a mandatory 14-day ...
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Economic impact of a typical home sale in NC
North Carolina
May 13, 2020, 7:56am
The real estate industry accounted for $90.5 billion or 15.4% of the gross state product in 2019. The total economic impact, per home sold, was $75,312. This is according to economic ...
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Home sales slow during month of stay-at-home rules
May 12, 2020, 12:24pm
Regional home sales declined in April, as both buyers and sellers coped with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. REALTORS® remained at work throughout the month albeit under extraordinary conditions, according to the ...
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Guidance for Fair Housing Compliance during COVID-19 Pandemic
May 8, 2020, 1:08pm
During the COVID-19 pandemic, REALTORS® continue to play an important role in assisting people to find homes. On March 4, NAR published Coronavirus: A Guide for REALTORS®, which is continually updated ...
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Update on Phase One opening in Watauga County
May 6, 2020, 12:46pm
Clarity was offered Wednesday for Watauga County businesses and residents as both North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and the Watauga County Board of Commissioners took steps to define how Phase One ...
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Protect your investment in your home
April 30, 2020, 9:34am
The impact of COVID-19 was swift and unexpected, leaving many people in a financial emergency. If you are a homeowner who is struggling or unable to meet your loan obligations, work ...
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Clear Cooperation is coming May 1
April 28, 2020, 8:21am
Clear Cooperation is a new National Association of Realtors® (NAR) policy that will affect every MLS participant and subscriber. This mandatory policy requires entry of a listing in the MLS within ...
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HCAR hires new association executive
April 17, 2020, 10:30am
After a year-long search, the High Country Association of REALTORS® has selected a new association executive to help manage the organization supporting real estate professionals in the four-county area. Duncan Martin ...
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March real estate sales remained strong during pandemic
April 9, 2020, 8:51am
In March, REALTORS® sold 176 homes worth $51.98 million, according to the High Country Multiple Listing Service (MLS). It records all transactions by REALTORS® operating in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery and Watauga ...
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