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Posted on 10/12/2020
Real Estate Investing: Setting Goals
Photo by F. Muhammad via Pixabay Whether you're about to sign on your first rental property or already possess a portfolio full of properties that are cash-flowing like crazy, you need this. Time to reframe your mindset, step above the minutiae, and get a panoramic view of the path you're choosing. Why Set Goals? It's easy to get...
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Posted on 10/05/2020
Landscaping for Curb Appeal
Post Image by Jo Ann Snover from Shutterstock There are many ways you can make your house attractive to prospective buyers. Curb appeal goes a long way when it comes to first impressions. Your yard is one indication of the amount of time you’ve spent caring for your property in general. Buyers are undoubtedly attracted to homes that have...
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Posted on 09/28/2020
Incorporate a Garden Arbor or Trellis
Photo by Colin Maynard on Unsplash Homeowners love the idea of creating a personal sanctuary in their outdoor living space, but many aren't quite sure of how to proceed when it comes to making the most of their yard and garden area. One of the most common issues faced by homeowners is that they don't really know how...
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Posted on 09/21/2020
Multi-Generational Living is a New Trend: Here's How to Make it Work
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Housing priorities of young families and retired couples can vary. More and more households are combining by necessity or for the added convenience. When households combine, invariably, some adjustments will be necessary. However, the needs of young families with babies and toddlers are not really so different from the "aging in place"...
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Posted on 09/14/2020
Simple Ways to Enhance Your Home's Marketability
Making a good first impression on prospective home buyers is the key to getting your house sold within a relatively short period of time. Once your house is on the market, you'll want to make sure any major flaws, aesthetic issues, and potential buyer turnoffs have been fully addressed before the first prospects walk through your front door. Although...
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Posted on 09/07/2020
Top Ideas for Kitchen Renovations
Photo by Solomon Rodgers via Pixabay When you've been in the same home for a while, it is common to get an itch to switch things up a little bit. For many homeowners, this means renovating the kitchen. Renovation is a great way to not only add a little bit of style but also increase the value of...
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Posted on 10/09/2020
Video Tour - 111 Loch Haven Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Easy living awaits in this quiet, peaceful, meticulously maintained 3 bedroom townhome. Each room streams in abundant light and is situated for privacy. A step above other units with many extras, such as newer flooring and paint throughout both the main level and entire upper level. Spacious kitchen includes newer convection oven and refrigerator with large pantry and eat in breakfast area as well as cold water filter connected to kitchen sink with new faucet.The laundry room features a custom built folding table and oversized washer and dryer. Master suite features two double closets, double vanity and separate shower. Newly stained deck...
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Posted on 10/09/2020
111 Loch Haven Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778 is now new to the market!
Easy living awaits in this quiet, peaceful, meticulously maintained 3 bedroom townhome. Each room streams in abundant light and is situated for privacy. A step above other units with many extras, such as newer flooring and paint throughout both the main level and entire upper level. Spacious kitchen includes newer convection oven and refrigerator with large pantry and eat in breakfast area as well as cold water filter connected to kitchen sink with new faucet.The laundry room features a custom built folding table and oversized washer and dryer. Master suite features two double closets, double vanity and separate shower. Newly stained deck...
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Posted on 10/08/2020
Another Property Sold - 940 New Stock Road, Weaverville, NC 28787
Private Country cabin on 3.2 acres just minutes to Weaverville and Asheville. It was totally renovated, logs resealed and stained. Two master bedrooms upstairs with large adjoining bath, walk in closets, etc. Beautiful pine floors on both levels. Small spring-fed pond on the property with lots of room for more cabins. Large front porch extends the width of the home, a small porch off the kitchen. Large bonus room with closet in basement as well as a one car garage. All with central heat and air. New well 3yrs...
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Posted on 09/17/2020
Another Property Sold - 5444 NC 212 Highway, Marshall, NC 28753
Your slice of heaven to live or vacation at an affordable price. Neat as a pin with functional floorplan that opens up to a covered porch overlooking the meadow below and breathtaking, panoramic mountain views all around. Enter into a welcoming family room with decorative hearth and gas fireplace. Adorable kitchen has everything you need. Wood laminate flooring in common areas and master. Generous utility, laundry room with storage and folding table. Listen to the sound of the rushing Shelton Laurel creek in the valley as you breath the crisp air on the porch swing. Newer 2013 oil furnace. Workshop potential in full unfinished basement...
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Posted on 09/12/2020
Another Property Sold - 000 Morgan Branch Road, Marshall, NC 28753
Beautiful rolling land with sweeping mountain views located between Mars Hill and Marshall. Clear Southern exposure on the ridge top with an additional possible build site in the rolling, lower portion of the property. Well and septic not installed. Property has deeded easement access from Morgan Branch along a well maintained gravel driveway. Motivated seller has priced it to sell at $5,900 per acre. Make an offer before it...
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Posted on 09/04/2020
Video Tour - 30 Thunder Road, Weaverville, NC 28787
Cleared lot bordered by trees with the utmost privacy only 13 miles to downtown Asheville. Two septic systems in place and two roads to access well over an acre of level and rolling land. Creek borders one entire side of the lot and no part of land is in the flood plain. Two manufactured homes sold as-is currently on site that could be fixed up for an income producing property, or make this your home for multi generational living. Live in one cabin and use the existing septic system to build your cabin getaway. Doublewide has wood stove heating, laminate flooring and tile in the kitchen. Tremendous potential...
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