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HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 6 ASHEVILLE/HENDERSONVILLE & NC BLUE RIDGE HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 8, Issue 7 ASHEVILLE/HENDERSONVILLE & NC BLUE RIDGE Mini Estate WITH A MOUNTAIN VIEW Kathy Watkins RealEstateBook.com Request FREE MAGAZINES online, or call 800-841-3401 Preferred Realty Broker/Owner Call: (828) 674-3517 Email: bluemountains1@yahoo.com Visit PreferredRealtyNC.com Laurel Park Estate ON 12.84 ACRES

BRING YOUR MOUNTAIN LIVING DREAMS TO LIFE

in this spacious sweet retreat in Mills River. Boasting the sought after easy-access flat driveway & level front yard, this move-in ready home

in the long revered High Vista Community. Featuring three levels to sprawl about, the main level includes a bright & inviting kitchen w/breakfast nook, living room, family room, dining room plus conveniently placed laundry & half-bath. Upper level houses a well sized primary bedroom w/ double vanity ensuite, two additional bedrooms and guest bath. Fully finished lower level includes 2nd den, flex room ideal for home gym or office, a bonus room (currently used as bedroom) and the 3rd full bath. Enjoy gently sloping lot and full winter views that peek-a-boo through summer’s foliage. Where mountain sunsets and frequent deer sightings are always met with awe, enjoy entertaining on the quintessential back deck as nature’s canvas surrounds; ideally situated between Asheville & Hendersonville.

828-489-0765 CandiGuffey@Beverly-Hanks.com Candi Gu ey The Power of Deep Roots 512 N Main Street | Hendersonville $599,900 3,075 SF 3 BR 3 FULL BA 1 HALF BA 94 HONEY LOCUST DR. MILLS RIVER, NC 28759
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DEREK HAWKINS (828)674-4593 derekhawkinsrealtor@gmail.com • edenhawkinsrealtor@gmail.com Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist EDEN HAWKINS (828)674-7060 Northview Home/Lot Packages and Lots Available 4 Northview Drive #4 $185,000 • 1.05 acres 25 Northview Drive #25 $170,000 • 1.01 acres 180 Pine Shadow Drive • Champion Hills $195,000 • .97 acres 153 Cape Martin • Skytop Farm $350,000 • 1.08 acres 191 Cape Martin • Skytop Farm $175,000 • .69 acres
CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE 2020 • 2017 MLS: 3893408 • $85,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 211 TOM FAZIO TRACE 321 COLONY LANE MLS: 3908616 • $599,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 104 BREWSTER CIRCLE 1052 SADDLEBROOK DRIVEFEATURED LISTINGS JUST SOLD FOR $550,000 • MLS: 3889268 JUST SOLD FOR $430,000 • MLS: 3872159 Gina Nicholson BROKER, LRE (828) 674-3003 gnicholson@beverly-hanks.com 2021 PRESIDENT’S CLUB | 2020 • 2019 • 2018 CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE | 2020 • 2017 RAVING FANS AWARD | CERTIFIED LUXURY HOME MARKETING SPECIALIST® MLS: 3893408 • $85,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 211 TOM FAZIO TRACE 321 COLONY LANE MLS: 3908616 • $599,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 104 BREWSTER CIRCLE 1052 SADDLEBROOK DRIVEFEATURED LISTINGS JUST SOLD FOR $550,000 • MLS: 3889268 JUST SOLD FOR $430,000 • MLS: 3872159 Gina Nicholson BROKER, LRE (828) 674-3003 gnicholson@beverly-hanks.com 2021 PRESIDENT’S CLUB | 2020 • 2019 • 2018 CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE | 2020 • 2017 RAVING FANS AWARD | CERTIFIED LUXURY HOME MARKETING SPECIALIST® MLS: 3893408 • $85,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 211 TOM FAZIO TRACE 321 COLONY LANE MLS: 3908616 • $599,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 104 BREWSTER CIRCLE 1052 SADDLEBROOK DRIVEFEATURED LISTINGS JUST SOLD FOR $430,000 • MLS: 3872159 Gina Nicholson BROKER, LRE (828) 674-3003 gnicholson@beverly-hanks.com 2021 PRESIDENT’S CLUB | 2020 • 2019 • 2018 CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE | 2020 • 2017 RAVING FANS AWARD | CERTIFIED LUXURY HOME MARKETING MLS: 3893408 • $85,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 211 TOM FAZIO TRACE 321 COLONY LANE MLS: 3908616 • $599,000 • ACTIVE LISTING 104 BREWSTER CIRCLE 1052 SADDLEBROOK DRIVE JUST SOLD FOR $550,000 • MLS: 3889268 Gina Nicholson BROKER, LRE (828) 674-3003 gnicholson@beverly-hanks.com PRESIDENT’S CLUB | 2020 • 2019 • 2018 CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE | 2020 • 2017 RAVING FANS AWARD | CERTIFIED LUXURY HOME MARKETING SPECIALIST®
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LAUREL PARK ESTATE HAS 12.84 ACRES WITH

a piece of Laurel Park history! Original home

HOME - on National

stone fireplace, wood floors and fabulous southern sleeping

bedroom addition, with walk in closet and contemporary bathroom,

bathroom. Some updated windows and some of the original “wavy” glass! Several original buildings on the walkable property with several building sites.

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finished basement with so much room. Fabulous sunroom just perfect

community of Cummings Cove is perfect. With two bedrooms on the main floor and an open plan, you will love it. Tons of storage throughout and a finished basement with so much room. Fabulous sunroom just perfect for sipping coffee and reading a good book. One-car garage on main level with access to kitchen and foyer. Close to restaurants and shopping, you will love this location to downtown Hendersonville.

sipping coffee and reading a good book. One-car garage on main level with access to kitchen and foyer. Close to restaurants and shopping,

will love this location to downtown Hendersonville.

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preferredrealtync.com 136 South King Street • Suite E Hendersonville, NC 28792 828.696.9900 Brookland Manor, conveniently located to Hendersonville! Great backyard with above-ground pool and decking. Full basement has drop ceiling height of just under 7 feet but could be used for additional living space with some final finishing. MLS# 3877637 $355,000 In this challenging market you need the experience of "the Proven Professionals" for all your real estate needs! Kathy Watkins 828-674-3517 Debbi Merker 828-606-7601 Katherine Fox 828-817-0755 Bruce Benton 828-692-2332 HENDERSONVILLE Wooded land has never been “logged”. Streams on the property and gentle sloping lead to potential views! Beautiful land for estate, getaway or development! One corner crosses Little Hungry river and land could be accessed from that spot. MLS# 3907853 $699,900 OVER 68 ACRES! SELLER SAYS GET IT SOLD! 1.64 acres in Shadow Brook subdivision! Beautiful building lot with lots of rhododendrons, large trees, and a stream! MLS# 3751205 $79,900 BEAUTIFUL SHADOWBROOK SUBDIVISION! Oscar Ody 828-331-1131

5 TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP AGENTS Selling?

1. GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

In most instances, buyers see photos of your home before they see your home in person. Take well-lit, HD photos to spark the most interest in your home.

2. DON’T RELY SOLELY ON THE WEB TO SELL YOUR HOME

Lots of people shop on the web for homes, and there are lots of homes on the web. Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month. However, only 5 million homes are sold in the U.S. every year. It’s a very crowded space, and your home should be on as many sites as possible. Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when advertising your home. More on this later...

3. MAKE SURE YOUR AGENT INCLUDES MOBILE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR MARKETING PLAN

Today, we rely on our phones to look up everything, including real estate. Your home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a significant element. For example, your home should have a yard sign with a text code on it so that potential buyers driving by can look it up on their phone right away.

Put simply, don’t wait around for homebuyers to find you. Get out there and find them through advertising—both online and offline.

4. MARKET YOUR HOME OFFLINE—LOCALLY

Good agents know where potential buyers of your home live, work, shop and play. They use local real estate publications, targeted direct mail, brochures, and other tools to ensure your home gets in front of local home buyers.

5. KEEP YOUR HOME LOOKING GOOD

Part of the marketing plan for your home is in your court. This includes how potential buyers perceive it when they walk through the door. Living in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, but it will pay off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may be considering.

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Straus Park - Immaculate 4 BR, 4½ BA custom home overlooking Lake Straus. $3,250,000. MLS 3886207

Round MountainRustic home on 3.64± acres bordered by a bold stream. $579,000. MLS 3851397

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Convenient to TownWith mountain views and front and back porches. $489,000. MLS 3908555

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FIVE FALL HOME PROJECTS

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Home improvement projects may not be the first things on your to-do list this fall, but you may want to add a few items to that list (maybe after “book holiday travel” but before “buy new soccer cleats for the kids”) to help prepare your home for the chillier months approaching.

If you’re relatively handy, you can handle many these check-ups yourself; if not, have a trusted home repair pro (ask neighbors for their recommendations) come out and take a look. The process should be quick and easy, and if any repairs are needed, you can start coordinating those ASAP.

CHECK YOUR ROOF

The summer’s sun exposure – plus general wear and tear since the last time you had your roof checked – can cause roof and siding materials to warp, chip and more. Look for any cracks or other damage; it will be much easier to fix these issues now than in the midst of winter if it starts to leak or is otherwise damaged.

SWEEP THE CHIMNEY

If you plan to use the fireplace this fall and winter, make sure the chimney is clean and in good shape. (And make sure no squirrels or other critters have taken up residence inside!) A blockage in the chimney can cause a fire or other hazards and be an inconvenient mess. Get ahead of any smoke- or ash-related issues by giving the whole set-up a good cleaning.

CLEAN THE GUTTERS

Yes, fall will drop a ton of freshly fallen leaves into your gutters no matter what you do, but getting ahead of that can prevent water damage and other high-cost repairs. Take some time (or, better yet, have a handyman come by) to check your home’s gutters for dead leaves and other potential blockages. If there are any, have them cleared them out so water can properly drain.

LOOK AT THE WEATHERPROOFING

Doors and windows should be sealed against the elements with weather stripping and/or caulking. These protective materials keep nasty weather out and the heat in – cracked, chipping or otherwise damaged seals can cause much higher energy bills as you lose heat to the outdoors. Also check that doors and windows are properly attached to their frames, with no gaps or cracks.

EXAMINE YOUR FLOORS

Summer’s heat and moisture (thanks, humidity) can cause signs of wear and tear in floors, especially if you have real hardwood flooring. Scratched, dull or damaged floors can be sanded down and refinished; more substantial damage, such as loose floorboards or deep scratches, may call for replacement boards.

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IF YOU’RE PLANNING A NEW GARAGE, GO BIG

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’ve built several garages for myself, my daughter and clients that have gotten pretty close to the dream level. It’s not hard to do, but it does require a little more space than you might realize.

DIo you want to build a new wall inside your home? Perhaps you're trying to create a new small space for a home office or hobby room, or maybe you have a bigger appetite and are transforming a dank basement into a finished living space. But you have no idea where to start. I've been there. I've experienced your anxiety.

To solve any planning problem, you must start from the inside and work out toward the outer walls. You can do this with simple 1/4-inch graph paper. A simple sheet that’s 8.5 inches by 11 inches will accommodate your perfect garage. Each block can represent one foot in your plan.

how cramped it is between the side of your car and whatever is stored along the wall.

You can't always do this in an existing home, especially if the ceilings in the room are finished with drywall or plaster. As you tilt the wall up, it binds against the ceiling. If you're challenged by a finished ceiling, you'll most likely have to install your top and bottom plates, making sure the plates are

Building a new interior wall in an existing house can be much different from doing it on a new home job site. When we carpenters build a wall for a new home, we typically build it flat on the floor.

Every now and then it's interesting to go back in time. I clearly remember having to build my first partition wall inside a house. I was a soaking wet-behind-theears carpenter working for a small remodeling company. One of my college professors, Dr. Larsen, had asked me to install a half bathroom in his home. I had no idea what to do, so I told him that my boss could do the job.

I suggest we solve the garage width issue first. The biggest thing that goes in most garages is a car or truck. My neighbor once tried to get his powerboat and trailer in his garage at an angle and got frustrated in a hurry. He was fuming, but that’s a story for another day.

you don't know. Keep in mind this was decades before the Internet and YouTube. You have no idea what an advantage you now have when you have to educate yourself about how to repair and build things around your home. Count your blessings!

Consider a narrow 6-foot-wide overhead garage door for the rear wall to give you easy access for lawn equipment going in and out.

Once the simple plans were drawn and the contract signed, I was sent to my professor's house to start the job. I had painted the outside of

Cars are bigger than you think. My 1969 VW Beetle was over 13 feet long. My current pickup truck is almost 21 feet long. My truck width with the side-view mirrors out is almost 9 feet. My car’s width is close to 7 feet 6 inches. Most car and truck doors swing out about 3 feet. Do you see where this is headed?

You’d be wise to incorporate 10-foot-wide garage doors that are 8 feet tall for starters. If you’re going to have two doors, make sure there’s 4 feet of space minimum between the two openings. This allows you to open the car doors and not bang them into the one in the other bay.

Let’s talk about the sidewalls of the garage. You already know you need 3 feet of space to open a door, but now you need to think about what’s stored on the wall. Garbage cans can be 30 or 36 inches deep or in diameter. Go into your existing garage and see

You’ll quickly come to the conclusion that you need at least 5 feet of space from the garage door opening to the inside surface of the sidewall. You may get by with 4 feet, but you’ll eventually shake your head at not going for the 5 feet. Add all these numbers up and you’ll discover that your garage foundation should probably be 36 feet wide.

Building a new interior wall in an existing house can be much different from doing it on a new home job site. When we carpenters build a wall for a new home, we typically build it flat on the floor. Once all the studs are nailed to the bottom and top plates, we tilt the wall up and secure it so it doesn't fall over.

The depth of your dream garage is simple. Once you do some math, you’ll see that it should be no less than 30 feet deep. This gives you lots of space for a workbench, bikes, garden tools, etc. A garage 34 or 36 feet deep approaches dream dimensions.

Here’s a list of other things that will make your garage one that friends and neighbors will salivate over. Install radiant floor heat. You can create the needed hot water with a simple water heater in almost all cases. Be sure the ceiling height is no less than 10 feet. This allows you to put in a small storage loft that hangs out over the hoods of your vehicles.

Consider a narrow 6-foot-wide

overhead garage door for the rear wall to give you easy access for lawn equipment going in and out. Install floor drains under each vehicle and slope the concrete floor so snow melt runs into the drain and doesn’t pool against the garage doors. You’d be surprised how many building inspectors will permit these floor drains. Install on the house wall a hose hydrant with both hot and cold water so you can hose things off with warm water and wash your car indoors in the winter.

plumb in the same plane. You'll then cut each wall stud to fit snugly between the plates and toenail them in place. Drill angled pilot holes in the ends of the wall studs for the nails. Use no less than 3-inch-long 16d sinker nails to connect the wall studs to the plates.

If there is no ceiling, you can tilt the wall up so long as you orient the wall in the same direction as the floor joists above. You simply make sure the top of the wall rises up in between two parallel floor joists. Once the wall is vertical, you can then slide it into position under

Don’t let the space above the garage go to waste. Build the roof using full attic trusses. These create a massive room above the garage. With creative planning, you can easily incorporate a full regular staircase leading up to this room rather than the steep pulldown staircases. This is where you’ll put all those things you’re storing offsite.

Don’t skimp on electric outlets, for goodness sake! Think about where you’ll have a workbench and provide for plenty of power there. Be sure to put an outlet on the wall in between the two front garage doors. This outlet will come in handy when you’re working on something in the driveway. Think about 240-volt outlets in case you like to weld or have other heavy-duty electric needs.

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DECORATING TRICKS TO GET YOUR HOUSE READY FOR FALL

Think you don’t have the time or money to redecorate your entire house for fall? Don’t stress: There are plenty of ways to add a cozy autumn theme without a big design budget. It’s all about the accessories and colors; even small changes can make a big difference. Try a few of these ideas to decorate your house this fall.

1Switch out pillows and throws. This is one of the easiest ways to bring something seasonal into a space without spending much money. “I like to add new pillows and throws around my house, when I can, as the seasons start to change,” says interior designer Emily Henderson. “I’ll use thicker blankets with more texture on the back of my couch, or style them in a basket next to an accent chair.” Bring in some chunky knits or faux fur for a luxe look.

4Mix in prints. There’s nothing like curling up by the fire with a cozy blanket or tartan throw. “The patterns of your home decor will naturally tell a seasonal story, just like the colors do,” Henderson says. “Floral patterns and bright colors signal spring and summer. So for fall, try more substantial patterns like plaid or thick stripes, in warmer colors.” This is also a great way to introduce pattern into your home if your current decor contains lots of solids and neutrals. Just a blanket, pillow or rug in these designs will signal “autumn.”

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Style the mantel. When the days get crisper, nothing sounds nicer than getting cozy by the fireplace. “Make your fireplace the focal point of your living room by restyling the mantel,” advises interior designer Karen Vidal. “Group a different piece of art and some objects from other areas of your home, then enjoy some new scenery by the flames.” This is also a great opportunity to update your fireplace accessories. Consider purchasing a new basket for firewood or a decorative fireplace screen.

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3Bring the outdoors in. It’s time to showcase the best of fall foliage, such as beautiful autumn leaves and green garlands. “I love layering fresh greenery throughout my house all year long, but especially in the fall,” Henderson says. “Try silver dollar eucalyptus – it will leave your home smelling fresh and it’s very affordable. I like to style branches in vases throughout my house.” Create simple arrangements with in-season blooms like dahlias and chrysanthemums. Place the flowers or branches in a copper vase or even a canning jar.

Accent with seasonal colors. Oranges and reds are staples of the fall color palette. “Fill a vase with orange blooms or fill a bowl with oranges instead of mini pumpkins,” Vidal says. “You can also showcase books with spines or arrange vases or ceramics in the hues more prominently for autumn.” The best part: You can keep these out well into fall and through the Thanksgiving holiday.

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GIVE YOUR HOUSE FALL CURB APPEAL

The blaze of red, gold and orange is Mother Nature’s note that fall is here. Make your home one that says “welcome” to all with some fall touches that also add great curb appeal. The best part is that most of the elements are ones you can gather around the house and near where you live. And if your home has a for sale sign out front, nothing is as captivating to a buyer’s eye as a home with the warmth of fall colors.

LEAVES AND LAWN

An emerald lawn is never as beautiful as it is with a smattering yellow and red leaves, but there can be too much of a good thing. Keep up the maintenance on your lawn by keeping it trimmed and leaves raked from the grass and blown from the sidewalks and driveway. Be sure to keep up with edging, and trim up any dead limbs or branches from trees and shrubs so the yard looks tidy and attractive.

In your planting beds, add a mix of fall flowers. Even just of few inexpensive and abundant mums planted near the porch entry will perk up the house and the landscape. Give your mailbox some attention with a garland of fall leaves and a pot of mums at the base.

GUTTERS AND FIXTURES

Keep the roof and gutters neat with frequent cleanings. Doing so will make your home look better and also help prevent damage from backed up gutters over the winter. Give your home’s lamppost and light fixtures a wash and polish. Outdoor fixtures that sparkle are always a part of wonderful curb appeal. You may also want to add a decorative element, wrapping a light pole with dried corn and fall florals.

FRONT DOOR/STOOP

More than any other place on your home, your front door conveys a message of welcome. If it needs a paint touchup, grab the paintbrush before the cool temps settle in and while you still have a warm afternoon or two left to get the job done. Add a new doormat and a grouping of fall accents to draw the eyes of passersby. A seasonal wreath on the door will add a nice touch, as will some pumpkins, a lantern with a candle, and urns or a pot with a mix of fall plants.

Create your own fall planters using the landscaping design credo of fill, thrill and spill. Try an urn with some tall fall grasses, a mum or colorful proton or decorative cabbage and a plant like creeping jenny or English ivy to spill out of the container. A punch of green, like the chartreuse potato plant, will bring a spark to your planters and your door.

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Add some inexpensive burlap pillows to chairs or porch swing. For the adventurous, carve out pumpkins and fill in with mums and fall plants to create a fun fall grouping.

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