asheville green real estate: SMART MOVES
- 06/25/07 06:18 PM
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In real property investing as in nature, the shades of green-to-blue are many. Arrays of choices on the colorful Investment Spectrum could work (or not work) to your benefit. For the 1031 investor, land investor, second or first home investor,it pays to know about the "hues and tones" of the landscape.
Tonight I'm writing about smart moves inspired by an investor-client of mine.In a recent conversation, he allowed as how he wanted to combine his eco-friendly dreams with "reality".
"Reality?" I exclaimed. "What's more real than a triple win? " I … (35 comments)
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asheville green real estate: HORSE & Home: Can a HORSE FACILITY Be Eco-Friendly?
- 06/22/07 01:34 AM
You may have read my post on creating an eco-friendly barn/stables in which I told the story of our client, the avid equestrian, "Doc" . She stopped in to visit and to talk about "Energy"-- specifically Energy Star Rated buildings that might work for her horse barn construction project.
That really got us thinking. Right away, I dropped an email on over to AR's Tricia Jumonville and Janie Coffey who commented and gave Doc's project some ECO-juice. Don't ya' just love it when the gang gets together to brainstorm about healthy living space remedies?That got me thinking about all our horse farm clients … (13 comments)
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asheville green real estate: HORSE & Home & Stars
- 06/20/07 02:42 PM
The other day, one of our favorite equestrians "Doc" stopped in to the Office to talk about "Energy"....Energy Star Rated buildings , that is. She wanted to explore how that might work for her horse barn construction project. "Let me get you some coffee while I bound up the stairs to the "Plaid Room" to gather some info on that, " I said, fearing that this might take a little while.
Like most real estate offices, we have a library. Ours, the "Plaid Room" (so named for the Tartan design that decorates the walls) is the well-stuffed repository where a wealth of information, the result … (24 comments)
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asheville green real estate: OFFER ACCEPTED. IS IT—REALLY ??? Part III (Anatomy Series -The Waterfall)
- 06/17/07 07:58 AM
UPDATED (see updates 1,2,3, 4,.5 (6/26) and now 6 as of July 6th below)
Background: Anatomy of Offer to Purchase and Contractin Chasing Waterfalls Part I and Part II we told how our client, JT,had his finances in order (pre-qualified for a CASH land purchase) ...about 40 acres with a waterfall --most acreage to go into a land trust. We found the property, wrote and delivered a full-price CASH offer to purchase and contract with the only contingency (beside the standard appraisal contingency) being that the waterfall actually is on the property, and negotiated with the out-of-State seller through the listing agent. The seller received the offer, but … (55 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Anatomy of a Land Sale. Chasing Waterfalls. Part II
- 06/15/07 07:25 PM
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UPDATE: Part III is now up...
In Part I of this unfolding land sale transaction, our client, JT told me that when he first became interested in 1031 Exchanges in conjunction with conservation development, he considered himself lucky to bump into one real estate professional who understood the intersection of a "cultural creative" investor and his quest for land with a waterfall he could steward.
Surprised, I noted that there‘s a market trend toward sustainability in design and construction as expressed in conservation development properties.
But all that aside, this land transaction was … (43 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Anatomy of a Land Sale. CHASING WATERFALLS , Asking Questions & Listening to An Investor’s Dream (Part I)
- 06/12/07 02:56 AM
Our client, JT, a professional photographer, (black & white) - tells us he has been "chasing waterfalls". I ask him my favorite question: "Tell me what is most important to you about this much sought-after waterfall."
His eyes light up. He explains that often he passes his days photographing rectangular structures. So, when he is at home, he prefers to be close to the organic shapes and forms (and energy) that nature provides.
He has his finances in order (he's pre-qualified) for a land purchase of about 40 acres with a grand natural water feature and is ready to … (42 comments)
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asheville green real estate: SMART GROWTH for Asheville
- 05/17/07 03:55 PM
We are a vocal community here in Asheville, very much involved in what is happening in the way of development and plans for positive futures for all concerned. One example, the Downtown Association just released this item:
News Release Urban Advisors Lecture of Economic Growth for Downtown Asheville For Immediate Release
In an effort to support the Downtown Commission's goal of crafting a Downtown Master Plan, The Downtown Association, City of Asheville and Quality Forward are offering a free seminar May 24, 2007 at 5:30 pm at The Asheville Community Theater for all interested parties. Ed Starkie with Urban Advisors, LTD from Portland Oregon will be the guest … (13 comments)
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asheville green real estate: North Carolina Farms. Transition and Prosperity.
- 05/10/07 10:55 AM
As I mentioned in yesterday's post, we enjoy fresh produce here in North Carolina. Farmers' markets and tail gate markets make locally-grown foods from our neighbors' farms readily available.
However, as our population surges and development moves out toward rural lands, farm prosperity and farm transition are more and more on the minds of all concerned.
According to the National Resources Inventory, North Carolina is converting over 30,000 acres of prime farmland to development each year.
To address the resulting concerns, the Farm Prosperity Project, led by NC State University in partnership with Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, American Farmland Trust, Land of Sky Regional Council, … (11 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Local Growers Score Big with Food Lovers
- 05/09/07 09:01 AM
Love really fresh food that is really, really good for you? Here's information about a safe and nutritious food supply produced, marketed and distributed in a eco-wise way; that adds value to rural and urban communities, alike, right here in North Carolina. The Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP), a nonprofit organization, supports farmers and rural communities. The Project provides education, mentoring, and community development. Follow the link to a partial list of local growers you may want to get to know!
Blue Hill Organic FarmFullam CreameryGreen Toe Ground FarmHickory Nut Gap FarmLet It Grow Organic GardensPalmer Ford OrganicsSunburst TroutWhistlepig FarmYellow Branch FarmZimmerman Berry Farm
IF you would … (18 comments)
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asheville green real estate: ... IN YOUR FACE .... Talk to me about your VIEWS... Part 2 of a 4-part series
- 05/07/07 07:13 AM
UPDATE: Gather a dozen or so people for ideas on managing mountainside development, and they're likely to come up with a dozen or so different ideas. The Land-of-Sky Regional Council found out as much as a group of government planners, builders and landowners met for the second of five meetings on the issue.
State legislators and local governments have been wrestling with ideas for steep-slope development rules under pressure from the rapid pace at which builders are putting up homes on mountainsides...
Here's the full story
Yesterday, in Part 1 of this series, I wrote about the consequences of ill-considered development and what that … (27 comments)
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asheville green real estate: … IN YOUR FACE …. Talk to Me About Your VIEWS…(Part 1 of 3-part series)
- 05/06/07 12:06 PM
UPDATED 5/8/2007 ..development-related storyHungry bears attack dogs in mountain backyards (see below)
This is the first in a 3-part series on VIEWS.
I'll start by asking you a question. When you leave your abode, be it a youthful yurt or a lofty lodge, does what you see as you walk out the door matter to your clients (and you)?
Certainly, the ever-changing panorama beyond my door stirs me. To the East, just this morning, a poet's study in pure potential. (photo to your left) painted itself on the sky.
Twelve hours later, to the West, Ursus americanus blasted complacency to the rising moon when I stepped … (35 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Guess Why Asheville is a "Hopping" Vacation & Second Home Destination Spot!
- 04/24/07 09:20 AM
Once you have experienced Asheville, you will understand the "Paris of the South" in the mountains of Western North Carolina ranks among the favorite second home and vacation spots. But let me give you a few quick reasons:
1) The people are amazing, full of life, and great storytellers.
2) The locally -grown FOOD (see link below) is delicious and good for you!
3) There's FUN galore.
Find out for yourself by "hopping" on one of our "down-home' tours.
photo courtesy of Asheville Trolley Tours
Asheville Historic Trolley Tours - Hop on the darling trolley for an hour or so and ay narrated tour … (6 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Anatomy of a Horse Farm Sale ... or a Ride to Love
- 04/22/07 06:32 AM
Just today, I was nudged inquisitively by a band of 4 goats, clucked at by the gals in the hen house, looked in the eye by an enormous horse, and left breathless by the sight of Tennessee Walkers racing each other across the Spring-green pasture of the horse farm I was showing.
My clients and I, on the lookout for a "family" horse farm near Asheville, N.C. knew we are in for an adventure! We couldn't think of a better way for a REALTOR® and her clients to celebrate Earth Day than to be out on the Land.
Two farms on the agenda today...So we … (49 comments)
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asheville green real estate: "My REALTOR® Stands TALL in the Field!" (Part I, The Lightning Fast Delivery)
- 04/13/07 06:01 PM
What makes an Asheville "green" real estate professional stand out in the crows? My clients tell me it is "authentic communication" on matters of vital interest to them. I got thinking about that, so rrecently I wrote an article about making authentic connections stressing the impact of our role as problem solvers -e.g.- a client tells you what she needs- to which you
Respond with lightning speed ListenCommunicateOffer solutionsOn the "stage " of your real estate practice, would you agree that this is part of a process called "hitting your marks"? Take a bow! If you are doing this successfully, you … (11 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Habitat for Humanity & Community Volunteer REALTOR® Challenge!
- 04/10/07 12:32 AM
I posted an article on Habitat for Humanityand REALTOR® involvement on a home here in the Asheville, N.C. area for which our own Corey Atherton is the point person.
"Through the dedication and energy of a group of real estate professionalsled by our own Active Rain Member, and ECO-All-Star, Corey Atherton, one Family's dream is about to come true , " I wrote.
THREE CHEERS FOR COREY!
We have quite a conversation going on that article, and it has opened up to a CHALLENGE to all real estate and real estate-related professionals!
Here's how the CHALLENGE came about: This morning I replied to a comment Ginger Sala, another … (22 comments)
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asheville green real estate: The APPRAISER Cometh!
- 04/09/07 12:20 AM
It was early morning. Still early enough for the anxious homeowners to deal with an unexpected blanket of snow on this April morning the Appraiser had scheduled his visit. The Appraiser was due to arrive within the hour.
According to the Department of Labor, Appraisers of real estate "estimate the value of real property for a variety of purposes, such as to assess property tax, to determine a sales price, or to determine the amount of a mortgage that might be granted on a property. "
Alert to the importance of this event, and that the Appraiser would be confirming the highest and best … (26 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Asheville, North Carolina Real Estate Market, First Quarter, 2007 & The GREEN Building Surge
- 04/08/07 11:58 AM
Residential Sales Trends/ Existing Homes Asheville, N.C.
NOTES from janeAnne
Here is a chart that compares residential sales in Asheville this time last year to sales in 2007. You will note that although fewer homes sold in 02/2007 than in 02/2006, the price of those homes is higher, and the days on the market, less. There has been some confusion about how strong our market is. It is very strong, with the sales price of homes running very close to the actual asking price.
Appreciation ...Annual appreciation rate for homes in the Greater Asheville area was up 12.5 percent in 2006. The data reflects … (11 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Local REALTORS® & Habitat for Humanity Give a Gift to Louisa and The Community
- 04/07/07 04:57 AM
Just a few years ago, Ivan and Nadeshda Polishchuk and their little girl , Louisa (pictured here) made the journey of a lifetime.They left their home in the Ukraine to travel across the world to our hometown,Asheville, North Carolina ,where Ivan took a job in environmental servicesat Mission Hospitals. This 800-bed hospital on two campuses offers a huge array of services and was Named a Top 50 Hospital in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report in 2006 and is one of the nation's Top 100 Heart Hospitals .Needless to say, Ivan was proud to be associated with Mission.
But there was … (20 comments)
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asheville green real estate: Let's Get Together and Relax! The Sustainable North Carolina Land and Green Home Style.
- 04/02/07 05:14 PM
Let's Get Together and Relax! The Sustainable North Carolina GREEN Homes & Land Way... dateline~ Asheville, North Carolina(Buncombe County).
Would you agree that there's a lot happeningaround the world these days? -- A lot happening around the U.S.A., in Your State, Your Home Town, and in Your Neighborhood? Sometimes all that's happening could make your toes curl...if it were not for a timely sojourn down to the "pond" ...to which the gentleman pictured to your right will undoubtedly attest!. "Let's get together and just relax for a bit...Carolina Home Style," he'll tell you. " Happenings from that prespective can be remedies to everyday stress."
YOU ARE HEREBY INVITED to relax … (9 comments)
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asheville green real estate: ARE YOU FOR REAL? Making Authentic Connections Online ...and Off...
- 03/30/07 04:06 AM
"At 5 am, in this paludal hinterland, a lone roadside figure bristling with electronic and photographic gear must present a curious sight."
Indeed! And I know exactly who that lone roadside figure is...a REALTOR® out on the land looking for photographs that best represent his or her new listing.
S/he knows that when prospective clients go to Localism.com to search for properties of interest, the quality-laden photos s/he places there will have an impact on their decision to contact or not contact her.
PHOTO taken at 5:00AM by J.T.Narrin, Photographer for the Firm EDIT J.T.Narrin, Photographer is MY SON ..a reason to smile
That REALTOR® … (62 comments)
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