<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Jonny Ortiz Realtor - Nantahala Real Estate Company]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your Trusted Guide to Nantahala Realty]]></description><link>https://www.liveinwnc.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:28:31 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.liveinwnc.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[From the Cascades to the Closing Table: Why an Outdoor Obsession Makes Me Your Best Real Estate Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Choosing the right real estate agent isn’t just about finding someone to open a door—it’s about finding someone who deeply understands the dirt, the water, and the communities of Western North Carolina. My path to real estate began on the river. From navigating Class V rapids and managing supply chains to capturing properties through professional photography, my background is built on grit, logistics, and unmatched regional knowledge. Let's find your place in the mountains.]]></description><link>https://www.liveinwnc.com/post/why-an-outdoor-obession-makes-me-your-best-real-estate-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">d4d3bcbc-4a88-4319-82d9-9871528f4e98</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:38:19 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Jonny M Ortiz</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>