Author: Steve Mallory | CRE – Commercial Real Estate

$6K Lot Turned Into $215K House – My First Land Deal in Statesville

July 28, 2025

Intro:In 2022, I dipped my toe into land investing, and the very first deal I landed became a defining moment for “Statesville Steve.” It started with a burned-down house, a tangled title, and a cold lead from a man we’ll call “Denny”. By the end, a $6,000 lot turned into a $215,000 new construction. Here’s … Continued

Prime Medical Office Opportunity: 1870 N Center St, Hickory, NC

July 22, 2025

By Steve Mallory

Overview Discover an exceptional investment or owner-user opportunity at 1870 N Center St, Hickory, NC—a well-maintained medical office property in the heart of a vibrant commercial district. This single-tenant property currently serves as a dermatology and skin surgery center and provides versatile options for medical, wellness, or general office use. Property Features Why Invest in … Continued

How to Determine the Right Statesville Real Estate Investment Strategy for Your Goals and Lifestyle

February 5, 2024

By Steve Mallory

Want to know how to choose the right real estate strategy? Take a look at these options for getting involved with Statesville real estate.

5 Benefits of Owning Multi-Family Properties in Statesville

December 5, 2022

By Steve Mallory

Savvy investors understand the benefits of owning multi-family properties in Statesville. Beginning investors appreciate multi-family properties for the advantage of house hacking to lower your housing costs, living in one of the units as the tenants pay down the mortgage and build their equity. In addition, multi-family properties offer cost and time-saving benefits worth closer … Continued