by Benjamin Lastra | Sep 10, 2018 | Ben Lastra, Bovender Team, General, Team blog
Growing up in and around athletics some of my fondest memories were made as a member of a team. Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of some exceptional teams. If you are ever able to experience this, you will come to learn and sincerely...
by The Bovender Team | Aug 24, 2018 | Andy Bovender, Ben Lastra, General, Home Buyer/Seller Tips, Team blog
Born and raised in the small town of Cherryville, NC, Ben never imagined that he’d end up in real estate when he first started college as a chemistry major. He graduated from NC State University and quickly found a position at a major power plant in Virginia. The...
by Benjamin Lastra | Nov 1, 2017 | Ben Lastra, Bovender Team, Fort Mill
When driving around the Charlotte area these days you will be hard pressed to go more than 5-10 minutes without running into some sort of ongoing construction. As the sprawl of Charlotte continues much of this construction is in the form of new neighborhoods. As more...
by Benjamin Lastra | Sep 15, 2017 | Allen Tate Realtors, Ben Lastra, Bovender Team, Homes
At some point in time, it happens to every homeowner. Following months of debate, procrastination, and penny pinching, you’ve finally decided to “pull the trigger”. Perhaps you’ve determined it’s time to upgrade that kitchen with Caledonia...
by Benjamin Lastra | May 23, 2017 | Ben Lastra, Home Buyer/Seller Tips
At some point in time, it happens to every homeowner. Following months of debate, procrastination, and penny pinching, you’ve finally decided to “pull the trigger”. Perhaps you’ve determined it’s time to upgrade that kitchen with...
by Benjamin Lastra | Feb 2, 2017 | Ben Lastra, General, Home Buyer/Seller Tips, Millennials
5 Real Estate Tips for Millennial Homebuyers If you’re a Millennial, you might think you’re not ready to purchase your first home just yet. And who can blame you? Fresh out of college and saddled with debt, you probably think you need to pay off all your student loans...