September 2008


29 Sep 2008 06:10 am

WEST JEFFERSON NC MOUNTAIN PROPERTY

87.5 +/- Acres Available For Residential Subdivision Mountain Development, 7 miles from West Jefferson, NC

Paved Road and Bridge Built To State Specifications.

Average of $23,000 per acre.

This Property Should Retail For Approximately $50,000 to $60,000 per acre.

ALL PROPERTY HAS LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Contact Greg Stikeleather, Broker, 704.880.5247

or

email Greg at grstike@charter.net

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26 Sep 2008 06:20 am
Nolo\'s Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home (book with CD-Rom & Audio)

Looking for a new home can be exciting and frustrating. You can help alleviate the frustration by paying close attention to five key areas of the homes you’re considering buying; it may save you money in the long run.

Don Walker is an inspector and owner of Ace Home Inspections. He says there are five areas in homes that he frequently reports problems with. They are electrical, foundation, plumbing, the attic, and landscaping.

Electrical Walker says sometimes homeowners assume with newer homes that all will work just fine but that’s often not the case. “I [inspected] a brand new house — four years old but the electrical was all done incorrectly,” says Walker. (more…)

22 Sep 2008 05:51 am

Vacation property, an investment for retirement or a permanent residence, this Lake James waterfront home may be your dream property.

The beautiful water front home is located in a private community with spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It has a double deck boat dock, an enclosed boat garage and a private ramp to launch your own watercraft. The home was built originally in 1972 and totally renovated in 2002. A four car detached garage was built in 2002.

There is a total of 264 ft. of water front. Beautiful three tier sea walls accent this elegant home. Hard wood and tile floors, modern appliances and vaulted ceilings are only a few of the amenities that capture you with this home.

Private dock permit.

List Price: $1,800,000
Flexibility: Willing to finance
Acreage: .75 acres
Type: Waterfront

Floors: 2
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Sq. Footage: 3700
Garage Size: 4.0
Year Built: 1972, totally renovated in 2002
School District: Nebo

Suitable Use: Residential

Topography: Rolling
Road Frontage: Private Road
Location: Lake James, Burke County, NC

Amenities: Waterfront, Fireplace, Central AC, Alarm, Wood Floors, Gas Range, Patio, Wheelchair Accessible, Nature/Bike Paths, Boating, Controlled Access, Spa/Jacuzzi

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19 Sep 2008 06:53 am

House Poor: Pumped Up Prices, Rising Rates, and Mortgages on Steroids: How to Survive the Coming Housing Crisis

Many homeowners struggling with unpaid debt and a constant stream of bills want to know if there is anything they can do to get a lower monthly payment on their mortgage. The good news is that there are some helpful ways to get a lower monthly payment without worrying about being scammed by unethical mortgage refinancing lenders.

The easiest way to get a lower monthly payment is through mortgage refinancing. Mortgage refinancing will not only get you a lower monthly payment, but you may be able to pay off your entire mortgage much more quickly once you have secured some better payment terms. So how do you know what types of terms to look for in order to get mortgage refinancing that will give you a lower monthly payment? Use these tips to help make sure that you use mortgage refinancing to get you the best rate possible. (more…)

15 Sep 2008 06:52 am

This beutiful luxury home is located in Wilkes County North Carolina. Nearby is a major university — Appalachian State in Boone, NC. You will also experience a convenient drive to shopping and dining in Winston-Salem, NC; a short ride to the ski mountains — Appalachian Ski Mountain, Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain; and just over an hour’s drive from three popular NASCAR tracks — Lowes Motors Speedway, Martinsville and Bristol Motor Speedway.

Because of its proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Wilkes County offers a wealth of quiet beauty without the rush, the concrete, the noise and the traffic of larger, metropolitan communities. Just 80 miles from Charlotte, 45 miles from Winston-Salem, 45 miles from Hickory and 35 minutes from Boone, Wilkes County is an ideal location for those looking to escape the fast paced world of city living, yet close enough to commute for upscale dining, shopping and healthcare opportunities. Wilkes and surrounding counties are famous for an abundance of North Carolina Christmas Tree farms, motorcycle riding, hiking, canoeing, fishing, swimming, mountain biking, horseback riding, skiing, golf and much more.

MLS Number: 52935

List Price: $759,000
Bedrooms: 6
Full Baths: 4
Half Baths: 1
Est Total SqFt: 5265
Type/Style: Two Story
Area: Area 3
Middle School: West Wilkes
High School: West Wilkes
Construction: Stucco,Solid Brick
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Shingle - Composition
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Garage/Carport: Garage-Double Attached, Garage-Double in Basement
Interior Features: Smoke Detector, Ceiling Fan(s), Master Bedroom, Main Level, Large Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floors, Basement, Fireplace(s), Gas Logs, Dining Room, Rec Room, Cable TV, In-Law Quarters, Handicapped Design
Exterior Features: Patio/Deck, Private Yard, Level Lot
Subdivision: Canterbury Estates
Lot Size: .68

Apx SqFt: 3400 +
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Contact Elizabeth Carter, 336.973.5594 or Greg Stikeleather, Broker, 704.880.5247 or email eacarter@charter.net

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14 Sep 2008 07:26 am
Rich Dad\'s Advisors®: The ABC\'s of Real Estate Investing: The Secrets of Finding Hidden Profits Most Investors Miss (Rich Dad\'s Advisors)

Many people who are struggling to get mortgages are finding comfort in a growing trend: lease-options. This is a contract that allows renters to lease the property and, at the end of their lease, they have the option to buy the home.

Hopeful buyers with poor credit are finding the rent-to-own option creates an opportunity to repair their credit while positioning them for homeownership. It’s a win-win situation. Sellers find that properties that once sat vacant now offer cash flow. (more…)

08 Sep 2008 05:29 am

Laurel Springs is in the high country of beautiful Alleghany County, near the Eastern Continental Divide and between the towns of Jefferson and Sparta on Highway 18 near the Blue Ridge Parkway,

At over 3,000 feet elevation, this community is famous for it’s abundance of North Carolina Christmas Tree farms. Laurel Springs is a vacation and retirement paradise with motorcycle riding, hiking, canoeing, fishing, swimming, mountain biking, horseback riding, skiing, golf and much more.

With both the the New River and Mt. Jefferson State Parks nearby, visitors to Laurel Springs come to experience cool summer breezes, spectacular mountain scenery and outdoor recreation.

Contact Elizabeth Carter, 336.973.5594 or Greg Stikeleather, Broker, 704.880.5247 or email eacarter@charter.net

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05 Sep 2008 06:04 am

Enlivening Your Home’s Exterior

Plan Graphics for the Landscape Designer (2nd Edition)

Shutters add dimension and definition to existing architecture. Measure each window for exact dimensions. Size decorative shutters as if they were functional, and make sure the gap between functional shutters and the windowsill is no more than 1/16 of an inch. Cutout designs add a little punch to traditional options.

Create an eye-catching border garden or container garden. Look for plantings that will thrive in your environment (native varieties will most likely be easier to maintain). For color: Phlox subulata (creeping Phlox) in colder regions, Phlox carolina (Miss Lingaard) in warmer climates, or tickseed varieties such as Coreopsis grandiflora (Mayfield Giant) and Coreopsis lanceolata (Lanceleaf). (more…)

02 Sep 2008 07:38 am

The Jacob’s Ridge community features 5 lots on W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir. All lots are lakefront and have access to public water, saving owners from $5,000 to $10,000 on drilling a well.

The entire development also features underground utilities. The lots are clustered around a “dead-end” cul-de-sac on a private road. Currently, the owner is offering $10,000 cash rebate to buyer!

Driving directions are 421 North from Wilkesboro NC towards Boone, turn left on South Recreation Rd., then right on Rocky Point Rd. Look for the sign at Nicole Ln., then turn right on Jacob’s Way.

W. Kerr Scott Lake is 1500 acres with 50 miles of shoreline and is controlled by the US Army Corps of Engineers. It is clean water with good fishing and is excellent for boating, kayaking, skiing, and swimming. The property is surrounded by National Parks. Wilkesboro NC is a beautiful community and town with friendly people. It is located just 40 miles east of Boone NC and Blowing Rock NC and one and a half hours northwest of Charlotte.

Contact Elizabeth Carter, 336.973.5594 or Greg Stikeleather, Broker, 704.880.5247 or email eacarter@charter.net

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