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Posted on 04/25/2022
Contemporary interior design: 4 key elements
While the term "modern design" might evoke a sense of cold minimalism, the contemporary interior design can offer warmth and comfort alongside a modern edge. If you're interested in learning more about contemporary interior design and how you might use it in your own home décor, there are some key concepts to know. Here are four major elements...
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Posted on 04/18/2022
3 Key Things to Know About Granite Countertops
Your kitchen counter is one of the most heavily used surfaces in the home. Everything from food preparation to working from home can happen in the kitchen, and the countertop material plays a major role in those activities and the overall look and feel of the kitchen. Granite has been a popular choice for decades. However, there are...
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Posted on 04/11/2022
How to Move With Houseplants: 3 Expert Tips
Houseplants add another level of complexity and stress to a move. After all, you want to make sure they survive the trip and thrive in your new space. Even hardy plants get damaged easily when moving from one place to another. However, there are some ways you can pack and prepare your plants for moving to make sure...
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Posted on 04/04/2022
The 4 Main Types of Window Shutters to Know
While most modern homes don't use window shutters for their original purpose, they remain a popular way to decorate the exterior of the home. If you're thinking of adding shutters to your exterior, it's important to know your options. Here is a guide to the four main types of shutters you'll find on the market today: Raised Panel...
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Posted on 03/28/2022
DIY Guide: Garden Path With Brick Pavers
Creating a great garden path doesn’t have to be a long and difficult process. With the right tools and techniques, DIY enthusiasts of all skill levels can build a classic and functional brick pathway. Here we’ll go over the materials and process for your next garden path DIY project. Materials CobblestonesEdging stakesGranite paversPlastic landscaping edgingSandSpray paint (for marking)...
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Posted on 03/21/2022
Bedroom Remodeling Ideas
Your bedroom should provide you with a comfortable place to relax and sleep. If your bedroom isn’t quite what you want it to be, doing some remodeling can change that. Remodeling your bedroom can help ensure that you have an ideal sleep environment that suits your needs. If you’re not sure where to start with remodeling your bedroom,...
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Posted on 03/14/2022
Hazard insurance vs. homeowners insurance: What's the difference?
With so many apparent similarities between the two, hazard insurance and homeowners insurance are often mistaken for the same thing. Standard homeowners insurance policies include hazard coverage, but what about standalone hazard insurance? Here is a basic comparison of hazard insurance and homeowners insurance to help clarify the differences and similarities: Hazard insurance Hazard insurance protects you financially...
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Posted on 04/30/2022
34 Triple Creek Lane, Waynesville, NC 28786 is now new to the market!
Charming getaway or year round haven with rushing creek, which do you choose?! Relax and entertain on over 400 sq ft of new party porch decking that has an A-frame covered portion overlooking the nature park-like setting and winter view. The split bedroom floorplan offers a spacious, private master suite with walk-in closet four steps down from the main level. Great flow from the kitchen to dining to living room and additional bedrooms. Guests will instantly feel at home on the lower level that gives options for a short term rental with private entrance and kitchen, guest quarters or a large bonus space and woodstove. Ramp access to both...
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Posted on 04/27/2022
2 Kaitlyn Road, Weaverville, NC 28787 is now new to the market!
Income producing rental property only 15 minutes to downtown Asheville. Add this to your portfolio and purchase at a 7% cap rate with a net operating income of over $50,000. Total of 8.31 acres with 515 ft of road frontage to rolling acreage, two access roads that lead to 7 manufactured homes and 2 site built homes spaced 1/2-3/4 acre per home. The roads are Kaitlyn Road and Thunder Road that provides access to the homes. Two community wells service the homes and owner represents each have their own septic systems. Age of homes range from 1985 - 2001 and vary in condition with some in need of a complete remodel. Produce income right away...
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Posted on 04/27/2022
17 Barnard Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806 is now new to the market!
Completely renovated and updated home in ideal North Asheville location. New windows and high efficiency furnace, polished wood floors, freshly painted and move in ready. A few feet from the bus stop, UNCA campus, Botanical Gardens and the Glenn's Creek Greenway. Fully fenced yard for safe play. Off street parking. Storage building onsite included. Accepting applications now. Application fee is $45. Pets are negotiable....fee is $250. Lawn care is...
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Posted on 04/11/2022
Another Property Sold - 63 Owenby Road, Candler, NC 28715
FOUR+ ACRES IN THE CITY WITH RENOVATED BRICK HOME FOR $495K! Private, peaceful and only 12 minutes to downtown Asheville. Spacious living room with custom stone fireplace and picture window looks out to flat pasture full of deer and wildlife. Enjoy the outdoors and entertain with over 800 sq ft of patio space. Kitchen updated with granite countertop, Bosch dishwasher and built in breakfast bar. New paint interior and exterior, new light fixtures and new 25 year roof. Baths updated with walk in showers, granite and tile. Rich canary hardwood flooring in most of home. Newer windows and tankless hot water heater. All electric and plumbing...
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Posted on 04/01/2022
Another Property Sold - 65 Owenby Road, Candler, NC 28715
THREE ACRES IN THE CITY FOR $375k! Surrounded by nature, this home offers plenty of outdoor space with the convenience of a 12 minutes drive to downtown Asheville. Streaming light enters every room for the split bedroom floorplan. Upgraded, quality finishes throughtout including fiber cement siding, hardwood flooring, double oven, dovetail drawers, granite countertops with breakfast bar, and whirlpool gold appliances. Master bedroom includes a large walk-in closet and master bath with a large, garden soaking tub. Spacious living room leads to new front deck overlooking the surrounding mountains and rolling hills. 900 sq ft of unfinished...
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