Realtor Magazine’s Fall Forecast
According to Realtor Magazine, we can expect an overall pick up in housing activity this fall–however we can also expect buyers to be more cautious.
According to Realtor Magazine, we can expect an overall pick up in housing activity this fall–however we can also expect buyers to be more cautious.
Autumn is just a few days away and some are still holding onto the last few days of summer, but fall is by far one of my favorite seasons. Having been born and raised in the Smoky Mountains, it must be in my DNA because I cannot help falling in love with fall every year! For those of you dreading the end of summer and for those of you who have never experienced a true Smoky Mountain autumn, here are some of my favorite things about the season:
Leaf peeping: The pallet of colors we experience here is amazing and absolutely beautiful. The array of the reds, yellow and oranges are stunning, and I would encourage anyone to take in the natural beauty. Due to the elevation differences anywhere from 1,500 feet above sea level to almost 6,000 feet in Graham County, we have almost a month of color for peepers to enjoy.
Apple picking: There is nothing better than a crisp fall day, bundling up in sweaters and heading out to the orchard to sip on hot apple cider, eat an apple donut (have you ever had one of these? If not, you need to, now!) and then fill a sack full of the freshest apples. The leaves falling, the smell of a fire and apple picking, this is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.
Halloween: Halloween is the culmination of the fall activities and is taken very seriously. It is not just about dressing up and getting free candy (but, hello, bonus.) it’s also about haunted houses, trail walks, corn mazes—there’s no limit to the haunted activities you are apt to find in the Smokies. So, anticipate some spooky fun if you are around in October!
These are just a few of the many things that make fall in the mountains an amazing thing. Hopefully you will take the opportunity and enjoy just some of the activities!
Football season is now in full swing, this is the perfect opportunity to discuss what is the most important part of any weekend in the fall. No, it is not who you are playing in Fantasy Football or which of the teams is projected to win the title. It is the food of course! Everyone can agree that the food served during the game is some of the best you can ever have. Follow these links:
Pepperoni Pizza Dip from CHOW: Spicy, cheesy and served with garlic bread sticks. Enough said!
Fried Chicken Bites from My Recipes: These are a great option since everyone loves chicken wings and are undeniably a game day staple, but let’s be honest, they are a complete mess to eat and are hard to handle while screaming at the refs.
Hot and Cheesy Caramelized Corn Dip from How Sweet Eats: Even during game days, everyone needs their vegetables. This solves the problem; cover them in cheese and serving them with chips.
Fried Pickles with Spicy Ranch Dip from Buns in My Oven: Fried pickles are traditionally a southern thing, but these are so wonderful even a Yankee would like them!
It is a daunting proposition to keep a house clean especially when it is listed. Here are some easy tips and simple tasks that will assist you in staying on top of it and never letting it get to the point where it becomes too overwhelming. If you can spend a little time each day cleaning and organizing, you will avoid those awful full day, top to bottom, deep cleans that we all hate.
Have you ever wondered how much your home is worth? There are a lot of factors in placing a value on a piece of property. If you were to ask too little, you are throwing away hard earned equity and if you ask too much, it will probably never sell. At Southland Realty, we provide a free market analysis that shows the current asking and selling prices for similar properties. We can help you determine an asking price that reflects the current market conditions as well as your personal needs. If you own a home, land or other property in Graham County and are considering selling it, please give us a call. Our local team of agents will be happy to prepare your analysis for free and without obligation.