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An encroachment is the projection of a structure onto the land of an adjoining owner, such as a structure or natural object that unlawfully extends into another’s property.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941 ToddKreps@StonePropertiesNC.com
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Cul de sac is a French phrase that literally translates into “bottom of the bag.” A cul de sac is a street or alley that is closed at one end, usually with a circle or turnaround area at its end. The phrase has replaced the less subtle “no outlet” or “dead end” street designations.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
Caveat emptor is the legal principle derived from Latin that means “let the buyer beware.” The opposite of caveat emptor is caveat venditor or caveat vendor, meaning “let the seller beware.” Working with a realtor will help you remain aware in all your real estate transactions.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
According to a recent survey conducted by NUS Consulting, the average price of electricity in the U.S. rose by 5.2% from April 2004 to April 2005, one of highest increases ever recorded in the U.S. Customers in California, New York and New Jersey paid the highest electric prices, while those in Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina paid the lowest prices.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
An acre of land is 43,560 square feet. The term was traditionally used in farming representing the area that could be plowed in one day by a yoke of oxen. Acre is derived from the Latin word “ager” and Greek word “agros”, meaning field.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
The Aladdin company sold precut, mail order homes out of a catalog from 1906 until it ceased operations in 1982. Brothers William and Otto Sovereign started Aladdin with a small, one-time ad in the Saturday Evening Post. In addition to catalog homes, Aladdin also sold whole towns complete with schools, churches, firehouses, sidewalks and roads. Hopewell, Virginia was created by Aladdin in 1914.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
A foreclosure auction is a public sale of a property in foreclosure to the highest bidder. It may also be called a sheriff sale, referee sale or other term depending on the location and its local foreclosure process. It is usually the last chance for the homeowner save their house.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
Step 1
Clean your table with a dust cloth and proper cleaning product for your table type (wood or glass cleaner). Step 2Clean and iron (if needed) your tablecloth, then cover your table with it.
Step 3
Arrange fresh or silk flowers in a special vase and place in center of table. Make sure they are cut low enough so guests can see over the top of them.
Step 4Clean your candle holders (if needed) and place candlesticks in them. Again, make sure the candles are short enough for guests to see over them. Place candles on either side of flowers.
Step 5
Set a dinner plate at each seat.
Step 6
Set a salad plate on top of each dinner plate.
Step 7
Set a soup bowl on top of each salad plate.
Step 8
Set a dessert plate above the dinner plate.
Step 9
Fold napkins and wrap in napkin rings. Place finished napkins on top of the soup bowl.
Step 10
Set bread plates to the top-left corner of the dinner plates. Place a butter knife on top of each bread plate.
Step 11
Set water and wine glasses to the top-right corner of the dinner plates.
Step 12
Set a salad fork, dinner fork and dessert fork left-to-right to the left of dinner plate. Set a dinner knife and soup spoon left-to-right to the right side of the dinner plate.
Step 13
Set a dessert fork and teaspoon on the dessert plate.
Step14
Set serving platters on either side of the candles. Place proper serving utensils on each platter.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941
Some people believe Christmas just isn’t Christmas without a real Christmas tree. Here is an easily printable guide that will help you preserve that perfect tree whether you purchase it from a neighborhood lot or a Christmas tree farm. These steps should help you keep a Christmas tree fresh through the holiday season. Here’s How:
Refresh the tree by making a straight cut, taking one inch off the butt and immediately place in water. This will improve water uptake.
Place the tree in a stand that can hold at least 1 gallon of water. You should expect the tree to take up additional water. Water the new tree until water uptake stops.
Always keep the base of a tree in water. If the base dries out, resin will form over the cut end and the tree will not be able to absorb water and will dry out quickly. You don’t need anything other than regular tap water - drying out deters future water uptake and will need a new cut. Commercially prepared mixes like aspirin, sugar and other additives introduce into the water are not necessary. Research has shown that plain water will keep a tree fresh. Check for worn Christmas tree light electrical cords and always unplug at night. Use UL approved electrical decorations and cords. Using miniature lights produce less heat and reduce the drying effect on the tree or any chance of fire.
Take down the tree before it dries out. Many fresh cut trees if properly cared for (using the first five steps) should last at least five weeks before drying out. Some species keep their moisture longer than others. Tips: Cutting a refresh cookie off the tree base is important only when trees have been cut for over 4 hours.
For easier watering, buy a funnel and a 3 to 4 foot tube. Slip the tube over the funnel outlet, extend tubing down into the tree stand and water without bending over or disturbing the tree skirt. Hide this system in an out-of-the-way part of the tree.
Todd Kreps, Realtor/Broker/ABR 704.564.6941 ToddKreps@StonePropertiesNC.com
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