Living in Greensboro NC & Real Estate Blog
Notes from a Greensboro Realtor and rental host who is out in these neighborhoods every week. Real estate, short term rentals, and the Piedmont Triad life that surrounds them.
Fannie Mae Condo Financing Changes 2026: What Triad Buyers, Sellers, and HOA Boards Need to Know Before August 3
Fannie Mae retires the Limited Review shortcut for condo loans on August 3, 2026, and reserve requirements rise in January 2027. Here is what Triad condo buyers, sellers, and HOA boards should do now.
The House the Tax Record Doesn't Know About: 226 Friendly Ave in High Point
Three video tours of 226 Friendly Ave in High Point, and a plain English look at why the Guilford County tax record doesn't tell this home's whole story.
Permits vs Appraisals: What Buyers, Sellers, and Lenders Really Look At
A permit and an appraisal answer two different questions about the same house, and how buyers, sellers, and lenders each care about a different one. Here's what actually gets checked, by whom, and why it matters before you make or accept an offer.
The Permitting Reality This New Housing Law Will Not Fix
Federal permitting reform will not change how a local inspector reads a punch list. What the new housing law actually touches, what it doesn't — and what our own experience as Greensboro property owners says about the local reality.
Walking Through History: Wendover Avenue in Greensboro and the Long Awaited Sidewalk Improvements from Grecade Street to Church Street
I live on Wendover Avenue. Here's the real history of the road and what I know about the EB-5883 sidewalk project from Grecade Street to Church Street.
What the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Means for Greensboro and the Triad
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now federal law — nearly 50 housing measures bundled into the biggest housing legislation in a generation. Here's what's actually in it, and what it could mean for buyers, sellers, and investors in the Triad.
High Point University: What Every Homebuyer, Investor, and Renter Near Campus Should Know
A complete guide to High Point University for Triad homebuyers, investors, and renters. What HPU costs, what students study, and where they live, plus why it matters for real estate near campus
Understanding Greensboro's Budget Lawsuit: What the Hartzman Case Means for Your Property Taxes
George Hartzman sued Greensboro over how City Council adopted its FY2027 budget. Here is what NC law requires, a full timeline, and how to get involved before the July 20 hearing.
High Point Market: A Century of Furniture History and Welcoming Stays in Greensboro’s Idlewood Neighborhood
How a small furniture desk shipped in 1889 became the world's largest home furnishings market, plus where Market guests actually stay when they want a real home instead of a hotel room in Greensboro's Idlewood neighborhood.
Two Tax Questions on Guilford County's November 2026 Ballot: Teacher Supplements and a Property Tax Levy Limit Explained
Guilford County voters face two tax questions November 3, 2026. Where school money really goes, how teacher supplements work, and how to find your representatives and vote.
The Rich History of High Point, North Carolina
How a small railroad town became the furniture capital of the world, and home to the market that still draws the whole industry twice a year
Why Pouring More Money Into Public Schools Won't Fix Them
NC district spending data, admin growth since 1950, and a former Guilford County teacher explain why more school funding alone won't fix outcomes.
Hiring With Heart: How Greensboro Businesses Are Leading the Way in Inclusive Employment
Meet the Greensboro businesses proving that inclusive hiring builds stronger communities, prouder workplaces, and better businesses right here in the Piedmont Triad.
Greensboro FY 2027 Budget Explained: What the 79.85 Cent Tax Rate Means for Your Property Tax Bill
Greensboro City Council voted on a 79.85 cent tax rate for FY 2027 with no revaluation. Here is exactly what that means for a median Greensboro homeowner and how it connects to the 2026 Guilford County reval.
Your Airbnb Neighbor Is Paying for Things You Benefit From — And the Hotel Industry Doesn't Want You to Know That
Greensboro STR hosts pay 16% in combined taxes automatically before seeing a dime, while hotel lobbyists spent $4M+ in 2024 to eliminate competitors they can't beat on value. Here's the full breakdown of what short-term rental hosts actually pay, who's funding the regulations, where the tax money goes, and who to call when any rental property in Greensboro becomes a problem.
The Bermuda Triangle of Greensboro Restaurants: 1211 Battleground Avenue, Moma Por Dios, and What Is Actually Thriving in Midtown
Six concepts. One Greensboro address. The full history of 1211 Battleground, the Red Cinemas closure, and what Delicious, JADE, and House of Eyes are doing right.
What Is the MLS? The 140-Year Story Behind Every Home Search
he Multiple Listing Service has connected buyers and sellers since 1885. Here's how it works and why it matters for Greensboro homebuyers and sellers today.
Dunleath, Greensboro NC: History, Porchfest 2026, Real Estate and a Neighborhood That Actually Knows Its Neighbors
Dunleath is one of Greensboro's three historic districts. Joy Watson covers the history, name change, Porchfest 2026 parking, architecture, and real estate.
How to Use a Family Gift for Your Down Payment Without Derailing Your Closing
Family help is one of the most common ways first-time buyers reach the closing table, but the wrong move with that money can stall your loan. Here is how to accept a down payment gift the right way, what your lender requires, what the 2026 gift tax rules mean, and the North Carolina specifics to keep in mind.
House of Health: a 50-Year Greensboro Institution I Found Through My Own Front Door
House of Health on W Gate City Blvd has served Greensboro since 1973. Joy Watson discovered this Triad institution through a tenant connection and shares why it belongs on your radar.
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