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Earlier this month, we celebrated the completion of the decade-long RADTIP project. Now we have a new greenway + riverfront development to anticipate — the $18 million Woodfin Greenway and Blueway Project.
The goal of the project is to transform the French Broad River into a “regional recreational focal point” that connects people to each other, public space + the river. It calls for 5 miles of new greenway, the creation of Silver-Line Park, a redesign of the existing Riverside Park, and the development of a man-made whitewater attraction.
This project, which is a collaborative venture from RiverLink, Equinox + the Town of Woodfin, will have big implications for the 828. And after tuning into last week’s Woodfin Riverside Park Public Forum, we’ve got more details, along with the anticipated timeline for these exciting new features:
The French Broad River and Beaverdam Creek Greenways
These 5 miles of greenway will connect directly with Asheville’s recently completed French Broad River Greenway, beginning at the intersection of Broadway + Riverside Dr., following the river to the entrance of Beaverdam Creek and turning to weave through woods + eventually reach Merrimon Ave.
Timeline: From design to construction, it’s estimated to take ~3.5 years. However, this project can’t start until funding is approved by the NCDOT. RiverLink is accepting private donations to help kickstart it.
Silver-Line Park
This new 4.5 acre park will include river access, parking, a playground, walking trails + a Craggy Mountain Rail Line connection. The existing commercial building’s future is uncertain, but proposed ideas include public restrooms, an outfitter + a small museum.
Timeline: Construction began in September 2020, and the planned completion date is October 2021.
Riverside Park Expansion
This existing park (1630 Riverside Dr.) will expand southward by 4 acres. The vision is to connect the public to the history of the French Broad River through overlooks, event space, interpretive signage + more. ProTip: Public comment and input is currently being accepted on this project here.
Timeline: The planning phase should be complete by fall of 2021, with construction fully complete by late 2022.
We hope you all had a Wonderful Thanksgiving with Family and Friends. I've always felt Thanksgiving is all about gratitude and being grateful for what we have and who is present in our lives. Our co-workers and friend's can feel like family and some are closer to us than our family may be. We are all on this journey together so, let's lift one another up and show gratitude for what we have in our lives.
Here is a great article from INVESTOPEDIA on home sales.
When it comes to real estate, the ideal time to sell your home often falls in the spring months. After all, many people hunker down during the winter months or are too busy with the holidays to think about purchasing a new home. And don't forget, people like to start shopping in the spring to make sure they are settled in their homes before the start of a new school year.
But what if you can't wait until the weather warms up to get your house on the market? Should you consider putting your house up for sale around the holidays?
It may not seem like the most ideal time, but the holiday season does have its benefits—provided you position your home in just the right way. You might not get in the middle of a bidding war, but you are going to deal with serious buyers who are ready to close a deal. Here are six reasons why the holidays are a good time to sell a house.
Conventional wisdom says people should wait until the spring to get the most from a home sale. After all, inventory normally picks up in the spring as the weather gets warmer. This often leads to price wars breaking out in coveted neighborhoods. A home in a great area with a lot of potential buyers can sit on the market for just a few weeks or, in some cases, even days.
But that doesn't mean people don't look—or buy—at other times of the year. In fact, there are plenty of homes listed around the holidays that may command more money, even if the inventory is limited. If you play your cards right, you may even be able to sell your home quicker than the ones listed in the spring.
One reason is the lack of competition during the holidays. Many sellers don't want to list their houses just before or during the holidays—some don't want people tracking in snow and dirt during each showing, while others just want to enjoy the holidays as family time.
Whatever the reason, don't discount the holidays. Serious buyers won't have an endless list of homes from which to choose, so there's more time for them to focus on yours. Furthermore, the limited range of options available to buyers means you may be able to command a higher asking price for your property.
If you do your research, stage your home properly, and price it right, you could attract the perfect buyer and be on your way out the door into a brand new home.
Most open houses take place during the spring and early summer. It isn't unusual to see people saunter into a property without a clear plan to buy. People often check out homes just for the sake of looking. After all, hitting open houses is a favorite pastime for many Americans.
But if your house is up for sale in the winter and someone is looking at it, chances are that person is serious and ready to buy. Anyone shopping for a new home between Thanksgiving and New Year’s is likely going to be a serious buyer—they aren’t going to spend their precious time around the holidays seeing how the other half lives. Putting your home on the market at this time of year and attracting a serious buyer can often result in a quicker sale.
The holidays are often a time when people gather around fireplaces, drink hot chocolate, and bake cakes and cookies. Homeowners who put their houses up for sale during the winter months can stage their house to give off the comfy and homey vibe that appeals to many buyers.
Some people may argue that showing a house in the winter is hard to do because there’s snow on the ground, the house is drafty, and the curb appeal is lacking. But turning the heat up, having a yummy treat in the oven, and keeping the sidewalk and driveway clear of snow and ice can boost a home’s appeal.
Not to mention that buyers tend to be more emotional during the holidays and may be more likely to make decisions based on the feeling a house conjures up. During the spring, there is a lot more foot traffic in homes that are up for sale. Some buyers may not be able to do a thorough walk-through with so many distractions.
Hiring a reliable real estate agent can help bring more serious buyers to the table during the holidays.
One of the staples of the holiday months is that many people adorn their homes with festive lights and decorations. That is also true of local communities where lit-up snowflakes and wreaths can be found on lampposts up and down the main streets.
People purchasing a home during that time may see the neighborhood in a different light—more festive and cheerful—and may be more willing to consider an area that they may have been on the fence about.
Again, this is all about tugging on the heartstrings. People who buy during this time of year may be more prone to emotional purchases, so it bodes well if there are plenty of triggers that can reel them in from an emotional standpoint.
Another good reason is timing. The end of the year is typically the time when people get notified they will be moving because of a job transfer, or perhaps an offer comes through from another company that's just too good to pass up.
Those people are going to need a home sooner rather than later and, as a result, they'll be hunting for a new home during the holidays. These buyers can’t wait for spring, which is one reason why listing during the holidays can get the home sold—and sold quickly.
Reducing property tax bills may not be the main reason buyers purchase a new home, but it could be why serious buyers make a move during the holidays. That’s because buyers can deduct the mortgage interest, property taxes, and interest costs of the loan if a sale closes on or before December 31. New tax laws limited education, of course, but the tax benefits could still prompt a buyer to move during the holidays instead of waiting until spring.
Nobody wants their home to languish on the market nor do they want to have to lower their asking price. And while many fear that reality if they list their home during the holidays, this often isn’t the case.
When you sell your home during the holidays, you will face less competition, find more serious buyers, and may even be up for a quicker sales process. It also presents a unique opportunity to create a warm and cozy environment that you can’t present during the spring and summer months.
I had a chance to go sample some of this new restaurant's food last night with some friends. It was amazing. Huli Sues originally opened up in Hawaii and this will be their second location.
Their appetizers were amazing!! We had reuben spring rolls with house made pastrami, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut and Russian dip. Poke( raw fish) nachos appetizer that was topped with ocean salad, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers and avocado with a house made sauce. Both equally different and delicious.
Our table shared a Fish and chips with pom frites, a sampler which consisted of Brisket, Pulled Pork, Baby back ribs, house made Sausage that came with the best ( not dry ) cornbread I have ever had.
The drinks we had consisted of a maple whiskey smash that was not too sweet and absolutely a perfect play on the old fashion. Also their Original Lilikoi Mule that was topped with a lime and an edible orchid. It was perfect.
We ended up bringing dessert home because we were so full but managed to devore it before bed. Hands down the BEST banana cream pie I have ever had. Chocolate cake and the Lilikoi topped cheesecake were incredible. They are scheduled to open up this Thursday 11/18/2021
If you get a chance to check them out PLEASE do . You won’t be disappointed I promise . They are located in the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville.
1 Page Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
The Weaverville Art Safari is one of the original studio tours in the Asheville Area. It is a self guided free event that offers a unique look at the artist’s work in their working environment, featuring artists who specialize in handmade pottery, glass, photography, sculpture, jewelry, furniture, painting, drawing, fiber art, wood art and more.
CLICK ON THE LINK TO SEE WHO WILL BE VENDING
https://weavervilleartsafari.com/
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All the crazy bends, tilt-a-whirl streets and intersections of Asheville’s historic Kenilworth neighborhood have inspired an artistic community of range and imagination. Come find us in our welcoming neighborhood homes and studios on October 9th and 10th.
Check your steering, lay down some string to wind your way back out and come prepared to love the work (and bring some home!).
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Kenilworth artists also donate 5% of their Studio Tour sales to Loving Food Resources which provides food, health and personal care items to people in 18 WNC counties who are living with HIV/AIDS or are in home hospice care with any diagnosis. For more information: www.lovingfood.org
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Here’s a copy of this year’s brochure for your perusal…
When it comes to your home and your comfort zone. What is your favorite room? Which part of your home makes you feel the most at ease? Are you a kitchen person, where your inner Swedish Chef comes alive and you master the croissant. The Living room where you can kick back reading a book or bing watch Netfilcks with a giant bowl of popcorn snuggled up to your favorite person or pet. Maybe it's the bedroom where you can finally fall asleep and let the stress of the world fade away. Whichever room it is, make your home a place to unwind, kick up your feet and relax. You work hard doing the daily task whatever they may be and you deserve those moments of Zen.
