50+ ?  How about a downtown Asheville Condo??  You don't have to be a spring chick to live in accessible home. But if you are 50+ you may want to do some spcial planning in that regard. One of our investor friends mentioned the benefits of a condo that is easily accessible (elevator) and is close to downtown amenities as being the "perfect" answer to aging-in-place. We are happy to refer you to specialists in this market.    Plan for it. This eBooklet  can inspire stakeholders- especially "Post-50-People and "boomers" and their families to plan ahead for sustainable excellence, and live full lives in a home of their choice -designed not only for functionality, but for comfort and beauty.Living comfortably in a “feathered nest” in a home that can work over a lifespan is likeAging-in-P a ... 09/05/2020

downtown asheville 1031 condo investment? The real estate market in Asheville, N.C. is heating up- FAST- despite the challenges of "The Great Mask Task." Investors in properties in the Asheville area, like a condo as a1031 Like-Kind Exchange Investment opportunity are excited about the potential in downtown Asheville.  One condo, in particular has caught the attention of clients because it is unique in its accessibility to all the amenities of downtown and offers a rooftop deck that's great for entertaining.  (The Great Mask Task digital image is from a local artist.) 09/05/2020

Aging in P A L A C EAsheville Style When considering NC Mountain homes, would you  be attracted to an age-friendly environment?  As an older adult, I have come to appreciate being in "healthy-built" and natural surroundings.  But how does that translate in terms of the "look and feel" of the place?   Design emphasis: Close-to-nature... where you can feel a refreshing  connection with the flora, fauna and land. Many mountain homes in the Asheville area are situated on sites thoughtfully designed to maximize views. And you can explore trails that take you to conservation areas where the sound of waterfalls call you. Best of all, there are  sunny spaces with southern exposure for organic gardens,  and aging-in place possible when you plan ahead. Look for terrain  and home features that mak... 07/02/2018

 Are You Planning On Visiting Or Moving To Asheville? Gray Line Historic Trolley Tours of Asheville: Hop aboard a shiny red trolley and discover our city's historic neighborhoods. Knowledgeable guides offer interesting historic tidbits, and two days of hop-on, hop-off privileges mean you can see more of the city without your car.Moving Sidewalk Segway Tours: Ditch the bus or car, and make your own moves around town with a segway tour. Biltmore Village Tours by History @ Hand: Explore the town that helped build the Biltmore during this 90-minute walking tour that includes the iconic All Souls Cathedral, local galleries and more.Travelling Yogini Yoga Tours: If yoga is more your speed, sign up for this 90-minute trek through downtown, punctuated with stops for downward dogs and warrior po... 05/30/2018

AMAZING HOME OFFERED IN ASHEVILLE, NC ... 234 Skycliff Drive - Asheville, NC  MLS #3194934 Square footage:  12,046Lot size:  2 AcresBedrooms: 4Full Bathrooms: 5Half Bathrooms: 1 One of a kind, Spectacular European Private Estate with exquisite details of opulence overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. Magnificent Italian limestone fireplaces, hand-crafted millwork, custom iron work, coffered ceilings, 6 fireplaces, quarter sawn oak, marble and Jerusalem limestone floors travel the home. Grand parties or intimate gatherings start here. Enjoy the Great Smokey Mountains breathtaking views, mild climate, clean mountain air and rich culture of Asheville, NC.  Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Asheville, NC Area?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL?The Temple Team is ready to help you... 05/30/2018

 Asheville Real Estate Journal Artful and Beyond the Narrow I hopped over to The Sage Companion Project- http://www.whitehair365.com - the other day to see what's new and artful. Beyond the narrow, this is an effort to reach out to creative people and a certain demographic you might recognize as most interesting if you follow trends in the real estate market- and work with "boomers" and "seniors"...people seeking an active lifestyle and creative choices within their environment.  Artful ChoicesI wrote about such artful choices not long ago: "150 Professional Services Performed by REALTORS® + Questions to Ask Before You Hire One."  Check it out if you'd like. In the meantime, if you are one person who is ready to fly beyond the narrow, you might choose to consider the choices for creativ... 04/26/2018

For "Golden Oldies" It's Real Estate, Asheville-style!  “Boomers” are turning into “Golden Oldies” and I am one member of that illustrious cohort.  As such,  an article in  Forbes Magazine that focused on 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— intrigued me... That  could be what many people see as AGING IN P A L A C E  !  janeAnne, "Golden Oldie"   Is a DREAM HOME IN YOUR FUTURE, Golden Oldie?  More and more these days I’ve seen VERY PRACTICAL Dream Home Wish Lists composed by my "Golden Oldies" clients  in search of  “the Right For-Ever Home.”  Here’s a look at a typical list. POPULAR Home Wish... 04/15/2018

Art in Context- Staging with Wall ArtHere’s an interesting challenge: Staging with wall art that puts art in the context of happy residential real estate sales. Over the years, I’ve noticed that residential buyers often are impressed with what they see on the walls, and that includes  more than an updated color palette or fresh coat of paint. Buyers notice a particular artful nudge from the wall décor itself.  That may be the reason any number of staging experts suggest adding that very artful nudge.  But what if the seller is budget conscious?  That’s where online art studios come in handy. Good news for your client and you as art in context means stories and images that change when people engage them. In other words, art in context opens up buyer conversations.  But again, what if the... 03/20/2018

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... 03/08/2018

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 ... 02/04/2018

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... 01/27/2018

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... 01/10/2018

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... 01/03/2018

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 ... 12/03/2017

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... 11/27/2017

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... 11/25/2017

 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... 11/25/2017

...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   11/23/2017

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... 10/13/2017

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... 08/10/2017