Karen Svites Realty, Inc.'s Blog

Posted on 06/23/2025
Assessment value & market value: Defining the difference
In the world of real estate, you will hear the terms...
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Posted on 06/16/2025
7 Modern Design Trends to Try Right Now
Designers are always finding new ways to explore and celebrate modern design. New trends are emerging every day and can provide excellent inspiration for home interiors and exteriors alike. If you’re interested in giving your interior design a fresh update, here are some of the biggest trends in modern design right now: Rattan Rattan has become popular for...
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Posted on 06/09/2025
How to budget for home expenses: The basics
As a new homeowner, one of the first important tasks to...
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Posted on 06/02/2025
Home electronics & energy usage
Home electronics can make our personal lives simpler and...
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Posted on 05/26/2025
3 Quick basics of escrow accounts
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or an experienced...
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Posted on 05/19/2025
Drywall: 3 Signs That Your Insulation and Drywall Need to Be Replaced
Investing in new insulation ranks among the least appealing home improvement investments. It provides no aesthetic enhancement to the living space or curbside appeal. If your home were an automobile, insulation would be the equivalent of an oil change. It keeps everything running smoothly but remains an expense that delivers no joy. Just like car owners prefer not...
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Posted on 05/12/2025
Decorating with greenery the pet-safe way
Decorating with greenery comes with many benefits, but...
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Posted on 05/05/2025
Community gardens: How to start one in your neighborhood
Community gardens can be a great way to increase urban...
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Posted on 06/17/2025
Another Property Sold - 228 Forest Knoll Court, Weaverville, NC 28787
Nestled in the highly sought-after Forest Knoll subdivision, this spacious, upscale traditional home offers the perfect blend of elegance and comfort on a level 0.86-acre lot in a private cul-de-sac. With 4 bedrooms plus 3 versatile bonus rooms, enjoy generous living space including a stunning 2-story great room. The upscale kitchen features rich cherry cabinetry, quartzite countertops, updated appliances, a breakfast bar, and a bay window eat-in area that flows beautifully to the deck and private backyard. Interior highlights include hardwood floors, newer carpet, LVP flooring, and fresh paint throughout. A newer roof, HVAC, and hot water...
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Posted on 06/14/2025
Another Property Sold - 121 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill, NC 28754
Welcome to Sunrise Estates! The long-range, layered mountain views from this like new home are simply breathtaking! Enjoy them every day from the covered front porch. This home has an open concept, split bedroom floorplan with dedicated laundry room on the main level. For more privacy, step out the back door to the rear deck in the shade of the trees. The basement level features a spacious 2 car garage and partially finished living area with a 3rd full bathroom. With minimal effort, this space could be finished and easily converted to Heated Living Area. Only 3 miles to Main St. in Mars Hill and Mars Hill University, this home is perfectly...
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Posted on 05/19/2025
401 Moonbeam Crossing, Marshall, NC 28753 now has a new price of $769,000!
A one-of-a-kind sanctuary built 100% upon Building Biology principles that offers a holistic design to regenerate and sustain the health of the living beings inside, while doing the same for the surrounding environment outside. Enveloped by deeded conservation land for everlasting privacy, this custom home was designed and built to be a suitable home for those with chemical, electrical, and mold sensitivities. For fast and safe internet, this WiFi optional home is outfitted with ethernet ports in every room including the screened in deck. Impeccable air quality with a standing seam metal roof, fiberglass rebar in the footers, zero flexible...
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Posted on 05/15/2025
290 Deaverview Road, Asheville, NC 28806 is now new to the market!
Unlock the incredible potential of this 7-bedroom, 3-bath home offering 2,230 sq ft on a level 0.29-acre lot in prime RM8 zoning. Just 3.5 miles to downtown Asheville and under a mile to the vibrant shops and restaurants of Haywood Rd in West Asheville, this versatile property offers more than just space—it offers opportunity. RM8 zoning supports a wide array of uses, including child/adult day care, group home, place of worship, community center, library, fire/police station, school, recreation facility, home occupation, homestay, or even commercial use as an accessory to residential. With its flexible layout and high bedroom count, the...
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