Do you need to add or upgrade your attic insulation. Determining such is relatively easy. Take a trip up into the attic with a flashlight and a tape measure. Check the level of the insulation by probing down with your tape measure until the end of the tape touches the ceiling . Then, try to probe the insulation in several different areas so you’re sure that you have a good, accurate average of the insulation’s depth across a reasonable area of the attic. There is no perfect insulation for your attic. Much of your choice will come down to what’s existing and whether or not you want to do the work yourself. If you want to do your own work, you basically have two options: batts (fiberglass or mineral wool) or blown-in cellulose. Batt insulation comes in rolls of standard widths that are designed to fit between the ceiling joists. (more…)

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$5,850,000

MLS Number: 50913

City: Valle Crucis, NC
Stories: 2
Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4.5
Area: Boone-Blowing Rock, NC
Year Built: 1990
Plus Five fully furnished 1,400 sq. ft. Rental Cottages. Each built in 1996 on approx. 1/2 acre sites. Current cottage average annual rental income $150,000.

39.4 acres with 360 degree view of Blue Ridge Mountains.

5,200 sq. ft. main house built in 1990 on 1.24 acres.

No restrictions and no zoning offer many other options:

* Family compound
* Corporate retreat
* Religous retreat
* Horse farm / Dude ranch
* Recording studio
* Cottages can be sold separately
* Land can be further subdivided if desired

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

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When homeowner associations are formed, Roberts Rules Of Order is most often named for the basis of decision making and maintaining decorum throughout the meetings. The system provides an efficient way to get business done in a civil and logical manner. However, parliamentary procedure is based on the democratic notion of “majority rules.” As an individual, sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. Americans have come to think this is the best option. While the system works pretty well, there is another process for decision making called “Formal Consensus” which is generally understood to mean that all parties agree to a proposal or the proposal fails. (more…)

Few homeowners in the cooler regions of the United States think much about air conditioning during the fall and winter. Depending on where you live, your heat may already be on for the season and you have raided your closet for warmer clothes. But, if your house doesn’t have central air, or if the system you have is older than 15 years, you might consider contracting for an AC installation or upgrade this winter. Not only will it automatically raise the value of your property, but you’ll probably be able to negotiate a hefty discount. Winter is a slow time for HVAC contractors. Typically, homeowners can realize a 10 percent and sometimes as much as 20 percent savings by scheduling a winter-time installation. That’s a savings of up to $3,000 on the $6,000 to $15,000 central AC costs. And, modern day, energy efficient HVAC systems have the ability to cut your energy bills in half. (more…)

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Small claims court is not for everyone — or every situation. The maximum award possible varies widely by state and jurisdiction. In California, it can be as high as $7,500, while in Massachusetts the usual limit is a mere $2,000. Exceptions to the rule based on type of claim and parties involved should be noted. There is also a statute of limitations or time limit in which claims can be filed. To access the small claims court in your state, type “small claims” and the name of the state into any Internet search engine. Most have links to local courts as well. If the type of case and dollar amount is in line with your situation and the case seems viable, the next step is to organize and evaluate the strength of your case. (more…)

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Chainsaws, like any cutting tool, are dangerous if not handled properly. That doesn’t mean you need to be afraid to use one, just that you need to exercise caution and common sense whether your are male or female. Chainsaws have an exposed cutting chain with highly aggressive teeth, and their length and weight can throw an operator off balance. Cutting often takes place in wooded areas or other areas with unstable footing, adding to the danger. The other thing about chainsaws is the unpredictability of the material that you’re cutting. Limbs can twist and bind the chain; trees can tip or fall in a direction you don’t intend; and the saw can occasionally kick back. (more…)

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