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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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HOME POST 50 My friend has been feeling the challenges of aging. “Sometimes,” she confided, “I feel like a chicken walking around in circles left out in the world-at large.” Of course, her analogy tickled me with its  bit of sardonic humor .    WISE CHOICES AS WE AGEIt’s important to make wise choices as we age.  At the Sage Companion Project   (  www.WhiteHair365.com  )  we place special emphasis on an over-arching concept of the value of each person - regardless of age or physical ability.  One topic  we discus is  “aging-in –place.”  This is a phrase used to describe “The ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.”  It refers to a CHOICE by Post 50 People to  feel comfortable in an independent l...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Real Estate, Design, and ArtAsheville Real Estate Journal I determined to major in Interior Design at the University of Miami a thousand years ago. (I’m smiling.) Along the way, I discovered amazing homes, such as those here in North Asheville, and chose instead to become a real estate broker and BIC.   Still, that background in interior design continues to have  advantages in terms of being able to communicate a particular message or intention.  For example, I have been known to place docent cards around special design features in sellers homes we have represented. Communicating effectively to produce results is important to brokers, buyers, seller, and investors. Getting a message across to clients (intention) can help to motivate their action. But that’s not all.   A Discovery: Over ...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Asheville Real Estate JournalStaging for Positive Action There is value in presentation of a product, whether that be a lavish dinner at a restaurant frequented by those  who appreciate chef-level food, or - especially of interest to buyers and sellers- the visual appeal of a house.  I have always been interested in interior design and how it can increase the possibility for happy outcomes for buyers, sellers and real estate agents. To that point, here is a print from a large canvas I did a number of years ago where I was trying to work out how angles and circles could not only compliment but complement each other. Today, as I look back at this canvas, I am thinking that art invites us to respond and inquire. Whether we are old hands or neophytes, art encourages us to see patterns and r...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Asheville Real Estate Journal . Over at the River Arts District, you will encounter artists in various mediums. Many of our clients are looking at how to "age-in-place" while staying engaged. In fact, if you are out and about around Asheville, you may notice a nod to DESIGN. Creative People live here, and are happy to share ideas with you.                                                                https://zsanan-narrin.pixels.com/Interior Design ThemesThat's where many professionals suggest the use of color and design elements that are bold to "keep the conversation going." We'll be checking on that. In the meantime, it seems to make sense that turning your ideas into reality in terms of fabric design - (I'm thinking a nifty shower curtain, or a gathering of pillows, for example)- c...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Asheville Real Estate Journal DESIGN THEMES, 2018 If you are interested in trends for interior design, you may have noted  a certain Post-Impressionist factor.   As you visit residential properties on the leading edge of today's perspectives, there is  a definite nod to the pursuit of and expression of design elements  characterized by solid patches of color and clearly defined forms.   This design style works well across generations and brings into focus themes and images of  personal symbolism.  This is reminiscent of  the work of famous Post-Impressionist/Fauve artist Henri Matisse whose elements included the willingness to ,  sink their individual identies into what became a prolonged meditation on art and life, space, time, perception and the nature of reality itself. " Hilary Spur...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Asheville's "Comfortable" AdventuresAccessible Asheville, N.C.  Friends are coming to visit. One, who has physical challenges is looking for "comfortable" things to do while they are here. Here are some ideas: a) MUSEUMS & HISTORIC SITES https://www.romanticasheville.com/museums.htm TONS OF IDEAS and FUN things to do here b) PARI: Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Discover a hidden space center deep in Pisgah National Forest. If you are fascinated with science and the stars, PARI (Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute) is a must-see in the Asheville area. This complex was initially developed by NASA in 1962 as the east coast facility to track satellites and monitor manned space flights. Today, it's a non-profit educational and world-class research center with their massive radio ...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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making a list ... WISH LIST: A DREAM HOME (part 2)  (Regardless of Age or Physical Challenges)-As I mentioned in the earlier post, I’m all for AGING IN P A L A C E .  (*P A L A CE refers to the attention you give to certain details that make a house a home, regardless of age or physical challenges.)    Did you know that making this happen is NOT so hard to do?  Once you sit down at the kitchen table to have a conversation about it,  those  "certain details" are easier to make happen, and  without huge expenditures. In fact, a rise in the popularity of a Universal Design is evidenced  in the following Dream Home Wish List that you will find in Part 3 of this series.  In the meantime...enjoy making your wish list and some good conversation ... Making a Wish List  (Regardless of Age or Phy...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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HOLIDAY SEASON MUSINGS on a gorgeous, crisp, almost-winter day here in Asheville, N.C.  A certain thrill is in the air and a metaphor born with the revelation of a “derived atomic model” as per:    "An image of the thin glassy film between two silicon nitride grains revealing individual lanthanum atoms attached to the grain surfaces... [ where a] derived atomic model is superimposed...."    This breakthrough also might be an “atomic model”  for a great burst of human creativity.  Surely,  scientists  making strides in the ceramics industry, are not the only creative people around. How about YOU?  There is genius across all fields of endeavor and with that pure possibility of positive futures for our mutual challenges.  if one of your concerns is "aging gracefully" be sure to check out o...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
 DREAM HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WISH LIST: A DREAM HOME  (Regardless of Age, Physical Challenges, or Time of Year) Recently Forbes Magazine featured Dream Homes-  a fantasy wish list (money no object)—a grand kitchen (of course) with two islands, a designer-inspired laundry room, (with a tiled dog wash station), an outdoor oasis with two sunken pools, an incredible dressing room— I’m all for AGING IN P A L A C E http://www.whitehair365.com/aging-in-Palace.html but that is not so hard to do as it may seem to be. In fact, more and more these days you may have noticed  "boomers"  driving the rise in popularity  of the Dream Home Wish List to follow in Part 2 of this series. (By the way, our eBooklet can get that conversation on how to make that happen started see the graphic below for details...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
...to all our colleagues and friends....some we have known here at Active Rain for more than a DECADE! but have not (yet) met in person...some with whom we have shared time in person...and for this venue that allows us to talk with each other and our clients....GRATITUDE for the oppportunities.   HAPPY THANKSGIVINGmay we age gracefully  
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Mountain Homes and Land LegaciesInvesting in Beautiful Asheville, NC   1031 Investing in Beautiful Asheville, NC I am not a Qualified Intermediary. But I  have taken many courses to help me point out potential pitfalls, even though I am a real estate broker who specializes in LAND. With this in mind,  I can suggest that real property investors  DO NOT : 1) inadvertently indicate in a Contract that they  intend to live in the property, 2) sign a listing agreement soon after its purchase, 3) apply for “owner occupied” financing on the property, 4)  move into that property within a specified period of time, 5) ignore rental history (it must be rented by its tenants for a significant time) 6) claim the "mortgage interest" deduction for the property on their tax returns, 7) treat a 1031 inve...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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Asheville Real Estate Journal Asheville Area Real Estate Market Report, Second Quarter 2017 Asheville Home Prices - A Colorful OutlookAsheville NC residential Real Estate is solid with a strong seller’s market for most price ranges, home price  gains, a low inventory, and any number of multiple offers. And, as we approach the beautiful season of changing colors here in the Asheville area mountains, we see continued buyer engagement.    Percentages, Dollar Figures, Inventory Price per Square Foot by Sell Price ($200K-1M+) Asheville $182 to $286 Median Home Sale Price in Asheville and Buncombe County $300,000 Number of Homes Sold in Asheville and Buncombe County- 703 (new sales record) Average Days on Market (DOM)  in Asheville and Buncombe County 59 Inventory Levels of Homes in Asheville...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
at HOME...CONTROL YOUR OWN DESTINY Do you have a friend or relative who might feel more comfortable visiting you if your home were more accessible? We do. And we know that there is much to be said for a comfortable home that makes sense for you, your family and friends. In fact, the topic of all inclusive homes is “hot” these days. It seems “Boomers” are spearheading a trend toward staying in a “FOR ever” home - one intended for today, and for years to come (“aging in place”). How about you? Would it make sense to have the things you need in daily life, while maintaining your independence and quality of life in your own home?HOME RE-IMAGINED...Would it make sense to control your own destiny, have the things you need in daily life, while maintaining your independence and quality of life?...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
Milestones  Most of  you know me from almost a decade of blogging here.  Next week I also am approaching one of those “milestone birthdays.” If you are like me, milestone birthdays seem to prompt the looking back on a past decade while looking ahead to plan for the future- where have you been - where are you going? Looking back, I am surprised to see the amount of real estate-related and practical arts material my team and I have produced for LWBPC Publishing and The Sage Companion Project, a website we developed.  AGING-IN-PALACE© a quick start guide for aging at home.(Designed for All- Aging-in-Place Book” (link is at the bottom of this page)-  (Practical Arts eBooklet) “JUICY SOLUTIONS- BLOGGING for Real Estate Brokers” (class) “PRACTICAL REAL ESTATE-What They Don’t Teach You In Real...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
As you envision your life 10, 20, 30 or more years down the road- possibly building the perfect "FOR EVER" home on land we find together where does getting around your home easily rank on your list of priorities? Are YOU up for a "stair-free" amble around a one-floor home, or extending your living space via a small, elevator to the second floor? And, how does one combine beauty and function? There's a little link just below and an eBooklet, too that any number of our clients tell us has been helpful in evaluating the benefits of having all your basic amenities- master suite and spa, gourmet kitchen and dining- in the open-space concept easy to enjoy and all on one floor. How might this look and how it could work for you? Consider  a "Main Floor" living design.  This design has many adva...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
Selling your house, capital gains, and the 1031-like-kind exchange potentialAsheville Real Estate Journal  Four noteworthy rules of the road for "smart real estate dogs"Listed below are four (4 ) important "rules of the road" about which to be aware when it comes to selling your house, capital gains, and the potential of 1031s. (4Terra's own smart dog is a pro on the land)   1. Do the due diligence when it comes to the rules about reporting the sale of your home and any gain from the sale. Consult with accounting and legal professionals.2. If you sell your home at a gain, you may NOT have to include the gain in your taxable income, but again, check that out with your professional adviser.3. As long as you meet certain qualifications, you may be able to exclude up to $250,000 in gain fro...
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By Jerri McCombs, Broker/Owner, Hendersonville Living
(Dogwood Real Estate Services)
 July 6, 2017 by Jerri McCombs Leave a Comment (Edit)North Carolina Arboretum, AshevilleFor the Fourth of July I decided to spend some time at the North Carolina Arboretum. Even though it was a bit muggy and hot, I was ready for a good hike through the gardens. And as luck would have it, I arrived on a first Tuesday of the month for a half price entry fee. The arboretum is normally $14 per vehicle, but on these days it is only $7! So it was a great day for an inexpensive holiday event. I started off inside the Baker Exhibit Center Greenhouse for the Butterfly display, Winged Wonder. It was an interesting area. Located in a small greenhouse, they had plants these creatures love to hang out on to lay their eggs. And there was a chrysalis-rearing chamber, which I found interesting. They ha...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
( REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK )
Asheville Investments and Land1031s and  EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES Amazing Asheville area tracts of land, land trusts, land preserves and spectacular properties  deserve “special attention.”  This may include selecting a real estate professional who understands and specializes in 1031 Like-Kind Exchange Investments and  in Land Brokerage – one who can 1. Define the unique attributes of the property and how this works for our clients2. Pay focused attention to client needs/wishes over an extended period of time  Exceptional Properties Need Exceptional Definition We choose to define and differentiate exceptional properties clearly. Although such gems already stand out because of unique quality and location, it is still wise to emphasize those qualities in a way that Land and 1031 investors/b...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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 Creating a Feathered Nest of a Lifetime?  With luck, you will be old some day. Are you planning a place to live in comfort and style? Plenty of light and ease of navigation  may be on the table for discussion- (see photo) -but there's more to consider, and (P.S.) you don't have to be OLD to live in an ever evolving home.   Regardless of age or physical ability, a plan of action that works in the best interest of all stakeholders can be a value-added feature for buyers/ sellers and investors in Asheville area real estate.    But, what is a good starting point? An ACTION PLAN for creating feathered nests that are accessible, functional,  beautiful and incorporate  universal design elements could be in order. Several  Good Ideas for Creating a Feathered Nest1. Start a conversation about w...
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By ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779, CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com
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YOU may have heard that  that Asheville is HOT in terms of appreciation../.some say 10% annually. For buyers who want to explore investment opportunities as a result, that could be a very good thing. But caution is also in order. Before you jump into tha cute little bungalow that may appear to be updated...think about other potential issues   and real costs. Ina 1900s the Home Inspector discovered “issues””(as in the following paragraph. )   “Big Ticket Items” found in many older buildings: Materials and contaminants such as lead paint, asbestos, mold, pesticides, and coal dust, insulation wiring foundation work, moisture control, holes in basement dirt floor, musty smell and odor of oil permeating the house, an old oil tank, drainage issues, a new roof, hazardous materials abatement, n...
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