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Rent Stays Under $800 In This Laid-Back North Carolina Town Where Life Feels Simple

Nobody warned you that the most sensible place to live in North Carolina would turn out to be a small foothill town with a river running through it and a downtown that looks like it was designed by someone who actually liked people. That town is Elkin, and it’s been...

Elkin, NC · 8d
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The Mount Airy News

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Board approves foreclosure on tax delinquent properties

Tax Administrator Penny Harrison sought a request to refer delinquent tax accounts to foreclosure from the Board of Commissioners during their meeting Monday, which was approved by the board. Seven accounts were chosen at random by Harrison and her team for foreclosure, as all attempts to collect taxes on those parcels have been unsuccessful, according to Harrison. After five or more years of no tax collection, Surry County can begin the foreclosure process through assistance from Kania Law Firm, according to the county’s policies. After ten or more years of no tax collection, taxes for a parcel are uncollectable, Harrison explained during the meeting. Each of the seven parcels Harrison brought before the board have gone five or more years without collection. Combined, the estimated assessed value of the seven parcels totals more than $370,000. As of Sunday, the total amount of taxes owed across all seven parcels exceeds $28,000. These parcels include: A 0.714 acre property in the Mount Airy TownshipA 0.582 acre property in the Mount Airy TownshipA 4.87 acre property in the Pilot TownshipA 3.55 acre property in the Westfield TownshipA 0.73 acre property in the Bryan TownshipA 4.06 acre property in the Eldora TownshipA 2.67 acre

Surry County, NC · 1d

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These 9 North Carolina Towns Are Attracting Real Estate Investors, And Locals Are Taking Notice

One town on this list has two separate historic downtowns because Fuquay Springs joined with the neighboring community of Varina back in 1963. I love that kind of quirk. It tells you a place grew in its own odd, stubborn way. That same historic character now shares the spotlight with...

North Carolina · 10d
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Realtor.com News & Insights

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Hickory Buyers Have More Homes to Choose From as Supply Surges

Hickory buyers gained leverage last month as listings surged well ahead of national gains and price cuts appeared on roughly 1 in 4 homes.

Hickory, NC · 14h

Moneywise

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North Carolina HOA fees jumped from $158 to $2,500 a month in 5 years — and the board blames residents who sued

It could have been worse. The original proposal called for a $7,500 per month fee.

Sherrills Ford, NC · 3d

Willow and Hearth

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Retirees Buy Their Forever Home With $158 Monthly HOA Dues, Then See The Bill Climb To $2,500 And Get Hit With A $10,000 Special Assessment

Picture finally buying your forever home with your life savings. You imagine quiet streets, grandkids visiting and the peace of retirement. Then one email arrives saying your HOA fees are […]

Sherrills Ford, NC · 3d

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Retirees On The North Carolina Coast Are Living Comfortably On About $2,200 A Month In This City

A floating battleship sits across the river from downtown, and seniors get a discount to climb aboard. That alone tells you a lot about this coastal city. Retirees here can also ride the city bus for a dollar. North Carolina leaves Social Security checks alone at tax time. Groceries carry...

Wilmington, NC · 17h

Home Stratosphere

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11 North Carolina Neighborhoods That Score Surprisingly Well for Walkability

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North Carolina · 11d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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In Conetoe, leaders call for relief as costs rise across region

On a beautiful afternoon in rural Edgecombe County, a crowd gathered under the late‑season sun to hear a message that has become impossible to ignore across eastern North Carolina: Families are hurting, and area leaders say the state must do more. The event last month brought together Gov. Josh Stein; N.C. Rep. Dante Pittman, D-24th District; N.C. Sen. Kandie Smith, D-5th District; Democratic N.C. Rep.-elect Lorenza Wilkins, who will represent the 25th District; and others, each offering a different vantage point on the same reality. Rising costs are squeezing households, small businesses and congregations alike. Speakers advocated for more than temporary political gestures to meet the moment. Jess Rivera, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and small business owner, opened the event with a message shaped by months of listening sessions across Greene, Wayne, and Wilson counties. Rivera, a Democrat, ousted incumbent N.C. Sen. Buck Newton, R-4th District, in Tuesday’s midterm election, riding a blue wave to victory that also resulted in Republicans losing majority control of the N.C. House. “Everything, and I mean everything, is more expensive,” Rivera said. “Food, gas, the coffee I drank this morning, utilities, healthcare costs — it’s all too much.” Rivera, describing the pressure on

Edgecombe County, NC · 2d

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Union Pines High School Student Connor Donathan begins construction pre-apprenticeship with Habitat for Humanity of the Sandhills

Sandhills Community College, in partnership with Moore County Schools’ Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department and Habitat for Humanity of the Sandhills, is proud to announce that Union Pines High School student Connor Donathan has officially begun a Construction Site Supervisor pre-apprenticeship. Through this pre-apprenticeship program, Donathan is gaining...

Moore County, NC · 2d

Asheville Citizen-Times

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Johnson wins race for NC House 113 after taxes fueled contest

HENDERSON COUNTY - A powerful legislative insider faced a former presidential pilot who wanted to shake up Raleigh. Republican state Rep. Jake Johnson and Democrat John Morgan competed for North Carolina House District 113, covering Polk County and portions of Henderson, McDowell and Rutherford counties, in a contest centered on affordability, education and government accountability. Johnson, a Saluda native, won election to the Polk County Board of Commissioners in 2016 before being appointed to the General Assembly in 2019. He entered the contest as House deputy majority whip, with leadership roles overseeing state government and information technology. Morgan, a retired Air Force pilot, flew reconnaissance missions during the Vietnam War and later aircraft carrying Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. He also served as a Saluda city commissioner. The candidates clashed over a proposed constitutional amendment requiring the legislature to limit local property tax increases . Johnson supported the measure, citing excessive local spending. Morgan opposed it, arguing Republican lawmakers were undermining local control. On affordability, Johnson emphasized increasing electricity generation and investing in water and sewer infrastructure to encourage housing construction. Morgan advocated targeted tax relief, stronger utility oversight and programs connecting renters with affordable housing. Education produced

Polk County, NC · 4d

Main Street Dollars

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Homeowners in Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Wyoming vote Tuesday on 12 ballot measures that would change their property tax bills

Voters in seven states decide Tuesday, Nov. 3, on 12 statewide ballot measures that would change how property taxes are figured, capped or collected. The states are Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Wyoming. Every one is a proposal. Nothing changes on any tax bill unless the measure passes. Where the 12 measures […]

Oklahoma · 6d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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North Carolina Passes New Limits on Property Tax Levies

On Tuesday, North Carolina voters narrowly approved House Bill 1089, which proposed a limit on property tax increases.

North Carolina · 4d

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Multifamily and the Midterms: What Passed, What Didn’t

Some highly consequential measures were on the ballot. A host of multifamily-related measures across the nation were put to a vote in the midterm elections on Nov. 3. From an $11.25 billion affordable preservation bond in California to cuts to Florida’s non homestead assessment cap, voters deliberated on some highly consequential city and statewide initiatives. Multi-Housing News is tracking some of the highest-profile measures, and how they could affect housing supply and affordability in their states.

Florida · 4d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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The Best States for Homebuyers Using VA Loans in 2026

For those looking to use a VA loan to buy their next home, certain states stand out as winners for military families.

North Carolina · 4d

Asheville Citizen-Times

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North Carolina 2026 midterm election live results: See the federal winners

North Carolina voters have cast their ballots in the Nov. 3 midterm election , with results from Asheville, Buncombe County and across Western North Carolina helping determine the political direction of the state and nation for the next two years. Among the most closely watched contests is the U.S. Senate race between Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley , which could help decide control of the chamber. In the 11th Congressional District , Democrat Jamie Ager and Republican Jennifer Balkcom are competing for an open seat in a race that has attracted national attention. Voters across Western North Carolina will also elect representatives to the North Carolina General Assembly, with all 120 state House seats and 50 state Senate seats on the ballot statewide. Closer to home, Asheville voters are choosing a mayor and three City Council members , while Buncombe County voters are deciding county commission and sheriff's races. Judicial elections and a closely watched North Carolina Supreme Court race also appear on ballots, with implications for everything from Tropical Storm Helene recovery to housing affordability. Follow the results below as votes are counted across North Carolina. Polls close at 7:30 p.m., with unofficial returns updated throughout the

North Carolina · 5d

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Democratic challenger Evonne Hopkins wins NC House District 35

Democrat Evonne Hopkins won the race for North Carolina House District 35 on Tuesday, defeating state Rep. Mike Schietzelt, R-Wake, in one of Wake County’s most competitive legislative contests. The race was a rematch between Schietzelt and Hopkins, who first faced each other in 2024. According to unofficial results...

Wake County, NC · 4d

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9 Things a North Carolina Landlord Has to Pay For That Renters Often Cover Anyway

If the smoke alarm in your rental starts chirping, who buys the replacement?. In North Carolina, that’s usually your landlord’s job, and the same goes for more repairs than many renters expect. Here’s what the law puts on your landlord, and when a repair can still end up...

North Carolina · 8d

Animal of Things

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Pet Rent Laws in North Carolina: What Landlords Can Charge and What You Can Push Back On

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Pet rent laws in North Carolina are looser than most renters expect: no statute caps monthly pet rent, and no statute even uses the phrase. The only pet-specific rule on the books is a single sentence in the state’s security deposit law, which lets a landlord charge a reasonable, nonrefundable fee for pets. Everything else … This article, Pet Rent Laws in North Carolina: What Landlords Can Charge and What You Can Push Back On , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Kosher Slaughter Laws in South Dakota: Federal Exemptions, State Rules, and Plant Requirements • Can Landlords Deny ESA in Massachusetts? Your Rights and Next Steps • Connecticut Allows Rifles for Deer Only on Private Land From November 18 to December 8

North Carolina · 4d