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It has been a while since I've written about the book, "One Second After" that started me on the path of self-sufficiency learning (i.e. "prepping") resulting in changing the focus and name of my firm to Retreat Realty, Ltd.  But given recent events over the past...

We just listed this amazing 181 acre property with a Waterfall Hideaway.   Located in Wilkes County between Hickory and Boone, this very private estate offers not one, but two full cabins along with two fully built basement foundations including septic systems,...

Here is a wonderful family farm northwest of Asheville in rural Buncombe County.  We just listed this 22 acre farm that features approximately 20 acres of cleared fields with end of the road privacy.  Enjoy sweeping views of the distant mountains from the Main House...

We just listed a totally turn-key mini farm in the Brevard, NC area.   When we say "turn-key", we mean just bring your toothbrush and get to farming!  This is one of the most complete farm operations we've had the privilege of listing.  This farm has redundant systems...

While in Charlotte recently visiting family, we went to lunch at a local restaurant that's been around for decades.  Upon sitting down at the table, we were greeted with the note in the attached photo informing us that due to rising food costs, rather than reprinting...

Are you ready?  The times, they are changing and now more than ever its important to have a backup plan because life as we knew it just 24 months ago is over.  We’re in a new environment full of restrictions, fear and civil discord.  Its been a “slow boil” for a while...

We are pleased to release this incredible 404+ acre riverfront property to the market.  This is truly a rarity in that the property combines three miles of riverfront, 90+ acres of field and pasture and exceptional high elevation building sites looking down on both. ...

In the next two weeks, we will be launching the marketing for a most unique trophy property.  Situated in the mountains of Yancey County due north of Asheville, this property features 405 acres of pristine farmland and mountain land.  There are approximately 85+/-...

Every now and then I'm interviewed by a radio station, newspaper or magazine.  This time it was the television station, WRAL out of Raleigh, NC.  The producer reached out asking about my experience in helping preppers locate real estate in the mountains.  Click here...

Today, nearly everyone looking for real estate starts the search online.  Additionally, several new limited service firms have popped up that promote listing property without the aid of a real estate agent.  The pitch is that real estate agents don't earn what they're...