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Posted on 10/11/2021
Multipurpose & Budget-Friendly: DIY Concrete Plant Stool
Multi-purpose furnishings are always budget-friendly, especially when you make them yourself. With only a few inexpensive materials you can make a trendy and modern-style concrete stool that doubles as a plant stand. Here is all the information you need to make your very own DIY concrete plant stool. What You’ll Need A bag of concrete mixPlastic bucketWooden dowelStirring...
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Posted on 10/04/2021
Regular Home Maintenance Can Reduce Costly Repairs
Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay As a homeowner, it is important to complete preventative home maintenance on a regular schedule. Home maintenance is necessary because it ensures potential problems are identified before they become costly repairs. Not every issue will be caught ahead of time, here are a few common examples of home maintenance issues that could...
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Posted on 09/27/2021
Why You Should Expect Recording Fees to be Part of Your Closing Costs
Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay There are a variety of different terms that you must become familiar with as you purchase a new home. You have to pay an application fee, underwriting fees, titles fees and more. But one that seems to leave many buyers scratching their heads is the recording fee. A recording fee is a...
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Posted on 09/20/2021
3 Green Alternatives for Your Lawn
Image by Zdeněk Chalupský from Pixabay If you’re considering replacing your lawn with something more sustainable and low-maintenance, there are many options to choose from. Many homeowners hesitate to get rid of their lawn because they will miss the softness and lush green color of grass. Luckily, there are lots of alternatives that can satisfy that same aesthetic...
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Posted on 09/13/2021
How to Appeal to Millennial Buyers
Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay If you've recently made the decision to put your home on the market in the near future, you're probably already aware that the Millennial generation has a reputation for being a bit different from their counterparts of the past. For instance, you may have heard that this generation is putting off home ownership...
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Posted on 09/06/2021
Garage Additions: How to Build a Bump-Out Space
When your garage doesn’t have enough space for your car and storage items, you don’t have to start parking in your driveway. A garage bump-out addition can give you the extra space you need. Building one of these additions can be simple or complex depending on how much space you need and other factors, such as adding features...
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Posted on 10/01/2021
Video Tour - 2295 Skyway Drive, Marshall, NC 28753
Open up your restaurant in 30 days!! All parts in place for a wildy successful business with full commercial kitchen, indoor seating capacity for 50+, 2 ADA bathrooms and parking for 30+ vehicles. Concrete patio offers 608 sq ft of outdoor dining space complete with picnic tables and umbrellas. Tables, Grease Trap, Supresion Hood, wash bin sink and prep sink all in place and included. Ideal location in a high traffic cooridor with high visibility that includes Ingles, Madison High School, Family Dollar, NAPA Auto Parts and Madison county government offices. 2 miles from Main street downtown Marshall. Perfect topography for concerts with...
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Posted on 10/01/2021
Another Property Sold - 178 Hudson Street, Asheville, NC 28806
Crisp, modern style new construction designed for the most distinguished buyer in the heart of West Asheville. Energy Star construction with open flowing floorplan with every finishing touch needed for an easy, fashionable lifestyle. Kitchen boasts quartz, island storage with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and dining space with exquisite chandelier. Private office/libary on main floor can also function as guest space with full bath. Walk out of the kitchen to 220+ sq.ft. of deck space overlooking the level yard with privacy fence and bonfire. Vaulted ceiling in master bedroom with custom walk-in dual head shower. 780 sq ft of...
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Posted on 10/01/2021
2295 Skyway Drive, Marshall, NC 28753 is now new to the market!
Open up your restaurant in 30 days!! All parts in place for a wildy successful business with full commercial kitchen, indoor seating capacity for 50+, 2 ADA bathrooms and parking for 30+ vehicles. Concrete patio offers 608 sq ft of outdoor dining space complete with picnic tables and umbrellas. Tables, Grease Trap, Supresion Hood, wash bin sink and prep sink all in place and included. Ideal location in a high traffic cooridor with high visibility that includes Ingles, Madison High School, Family Dollar, NAPA Auto Parts and Madison county government offices. 2 miles from Main street downtown Marshall. Perfect topography for concerts with...
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Posted on 09/27/2021
543 & 543 1/2 Bailey Road, Asheville, NC 28806 now has a new price of $200,000!
Seller say sell it now! Cash, as-is $200,000 Investment opportunity in West Asheville. Two units on .48 acres with potential for $2,000/month gross income. All appliances included with both units, including washers and dryers. Three bedroom home roof is 2 years old and 2 bedroom home has 5 year old roof. Tenants in place with month to month lease. County taxes and just outside of the city for guaranteed rental occupancy. One of the few multi family income producing properties left so close to town, on a quiet dead-end...
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Posted on 09/15/2021
Video Tour - 25 N College Street, Weaverville, NC 28787
Rare find on the market and home of the former mayor largely responsible for enhancing the small town atmosphere we know and love in Weaverville with new trees, sidewalks and green spaces. Lovingly maintained one level ranch on almost half an acre of open, flat land in the heart of downtown Weaverville. Cozy 3 bedroom floorplan with hardwood flooring in main living area and bedrooms. Additional bonus room could be used for a library, office or den with charming fireplace and built-in shelving. New paint throughout and ready for your personal updates. Entertain in the three season sunroom overlooking the private backyard. Abundant storage in...
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Posted on 09/15/2021
25 N College Street, Weaverville, NC 28787 is now new to the market!
Rare find on the market and home of the former mayor largely responsible for enhancing the small town atmosphere we know and love in Weaverville with new trees, sidewalks and green spaces. Lovingly maintained one level ranch on almost half an acre of open, flat land in the heart of downtown Weaverville. Cozy 3 bedroom floorplan with hardwood flooring in main living area and bedrooms. Additional bonus room could be used for a library, office or den with charming fireplace and built-in shelving. New paint throughout and ready for your personal updates. Entertain in the three season sunroom overlooking the private backyard. Abundant storage in...
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