#chesterfield real estate

[jomiddlemarch]

The shapes a bright container can contain!

IV. “This is a carriage house?” Hermione asked after first standing silent for a good two minutes, a length of time that seemed far longer when a witch was known to hurl herself into a squid-infested loch in early winter.

“You speak as if you have an extensive experience of real estate,” Draco retorted. 

“It’s quite a bit more house than I’d imagined,” she said. To exceed Hermione Granger’s imagination was a feat and Draco decided he’d follow the Muggle adage and begin as he meant to go on.

“Did you expect it to still contain carriages? Or horses? Tack?” Draco said. “Did you want a pony? That could be arranged, though I think an Arabian or an Abraxan hybrid—"

“No. Of course not,” she said. “But this is quite lovely. So thoughtfully appointed.”

“Thank you,” he said.

“Your wife had exquisite taste,” Hermione said.

“Yes, she did,” Draco replied. “You can see it in the main house. This was my project.”

“Oh, I see. I didn’t mean to imply,” she broke off. Somehow, this was what flustered her, this bit of gauche maladroitness, though she was staying in the home of a former Death Eater, a man who still bore the brand of a genocidal maniac on his forearm. She didn’t blush however; her eyes only widened and she seemed to lose what color she had. Draco decided he’d look after her well enough blushing became an option again.

“It’s all right. Why don’t I give you a tour of the place, get you settled,” he said. He wanted to offer her his arm, to feel her hand on him and keep her steady, but he suspected she would actually be as offended as she’d imagined he might just have been. He walked closer to her than would ordinarily be considered polite and kept the pace slow.

“This is the sitting room,” he said, gesturing around them. Two large chesterfields upholstered in dark green velvet sat on either side of a coffee-table strewn with periodicals and some art books, a bowl hewn from the base of a cypress at the center, filled with green apples. Squashy silk pillows in an array of jewel tones were tucked at either end of the sofas, a cashmere throw draped in a corner. A pair of club chairs bracketed the large fireplace, and an ancient Persian rug was underfoot. Long windows were surrounded by bookshelves, the bookshelves full of neatly arranged books that appeared much-handled. 

“It’s lovely. Looks very comfortable,” Hermione said. He beckoned her to follow him as he walked across the space and miraculously, she followed, her wand-hand empty.

“This is the kitchen. The table seats six, though it’s easy enough to enlarge it if you wanted to have more people over. You should have as many people over as you like,” Draco said. The table was a generously sized oval made of beautifully patinaed mahogany and he thought she would have preferred something sturdy and practical, a scrubbed oak. She’d want to set it with mismatched plates, a potluck with dishes randomly assembled or better yet, Indian takeaway with plenty of samosas.

“Is there a Transfiguration spell that preserves the wood better?” Hermione asked. 

“There’s a leaf. Though any standard Transfiguration you’d cast would be fine. It’s not a priceless antique,” Draco said.

“It looks like a Sheraton,” Hermione remarked. “I suppose that’s not priceless to you. It’s just Muggle.”

“It’s a fake. A fake Sheraton,” Draco said, shrugging, trying not to feel flustered and failing. “I like the look of Georgian furniture, but I didn’t want anything that would feel like a museum piece. I had enough of that, growing up. Except that that furniture was also cursed half the time.”

“Half, huh?”

“Closer to three-quarters in the North Wing. Dreadful place and you can’t even burn it to the ground,” he said. 

“A pity. I guess. This is the kitchen proper?” she said, moving past him into the room with its soapstone worktops, slate floors, sage green painted cupboards fitted as neatly as a ship’s galley, though there was plenty of space. A marble slab for pastry, a great hulking Aga prepared to cook a roast and warm the whole house, and tucked behind—

“That’s a butler’s pantry,” Draco said, as she poked her head around to peer in the narrow space.

“You thought this place needed a butler’s pantry? Is there a butler?” she asked, then paused, a look of bemused horror on her face. “Good Lord, is there a butler?”

“There’s no butler and no House-elves either, before you get yourself worked into a tizzy,” Draco said. He’d have liked to have Tizzy herself serving, earning the ample wage they’d negotiated, but he’d known that no matter how comprehensive the benefits, Hermione would be distressed to be waited upon by a creature in a toweling jumpsuit, unable to convince herself she wasn’t taking advantage. “I thought butler’s pantry sounded better than glorified closet. I will now pause to allow you to make some comment along the lines of me being a posh git.”

“You’ve made that unnecessary now,” Hermione said, horror passed, smiling again.

“There’s a butler’s pantry because I needed a defined space I could configure for electricity to work. Neville said you have very strong opinions about the Panis tosti charm—”

“It’s shite,” she interrupted. “Utter bollocks. It’s a travesty to call what it does toast and everyone knows it and won’t admit it. Molly Weasley has five different toasting forks because the charm is such shite—”

“As I said, Very Strong Opinions, duly noted. Also, he said you have slightly less Strong Opinions on toasting forks, I believe they hearken too much to the Edwardian period for your taste, and so I had to make sure there was some part of the house where you could make a proper piece of toast in a toaster,” Draco explained. He opened the little hatch that concealed the toaster. “There’s also a charging station for any devices that need it.”

“Oh my goodness,” she said.

“You probably won’t short it all out if you cast a spell, but I’d try to keep it to a minimum and no wandless. When you channel magic through your hands directly, it warps the wards I put up,” he said.

“You did a lot of work,” she said. “Went to a lot of trouble.”

“What part of looking after properly was obscure to a witch of your erudition and exactitude?” Draco said. She’d think he was teasing and he was but he also meant it, especially the praise, which he’d been told to expect her to shrug off.

She shrugged.

“You didn’t have to,” she said.

“I only did what I thought I must. What I thought you would do, without a second thought, if you were the one taking care of someone,” Draco said. 

“I’ve never gotten Harry a toaster,” she said. 

“But he doesn’t ever seem to miss all the Mugglish equipment he grew up with. He was happy to leave it all behind,” Draco said. 

“He does love everything Wizarding,” Hermione said. “Even Celestina Warbeck.”

Draco could not help his grimace then, but Hermione gave him a look of the purest camaraderie and appreciation, suggesting his expression had not put her off in the slightest.

“I shan’t say a word. About his taste in music at least,” he said. “There’s a water closet just at the back, before the conservatory. We might explore there a bit or would you rather see the sleeping quarters upstairs?”

He spent a considerable amount of time mulling over how he’d mention where she would sleep to minimize any awkwardness, knowing he didn’t want to utter the word bed but that she’d immediately pick up on any verbal contortions to avoid it.

“Did you have Neville to see to the conservatory?” she asked, prescient. Longbottom had spent a week and the entire budget Draco had given him, but the results were lovely and marvelously fragrant.

“Yes,” Draco answered.

“Then I’ll have an idea of what it’s like already and I’ll enjoy finding out how I’m wrong later,” she said. “Take me upstairs.”

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hey pookies! here's the first chapter of tales of the shadows ౨ৎ

please read the introduction post before reading this chapter!

hope u enjoy <3

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- 𝑇𝐻𝐸 𝐻𝑂𝑈𝑆𝐸 .

Riley Bennett felt the wind brushing her face faintly as she opened the window to her dad's car. It was a cloudy Wednesday morning when they finally decided to move all the way across the country.

Riley was a 17 year old troubled teenage girl who often struggled with fitting into her new surroundings.

They were a typical wealthy family from LA and had everything, so why did they decide to move to a small town in Massachusetts? This is what Riley has been wondering all the time ever since her dad talked about moving to Chesterfield. "I don't even know why we have to move here It's so cloudy and looks boring. I already miss LA and my friends.", Riley said nonchalantly looking at the window trying to look for anything interesting about this town. "Come on Riley don't be so grumpy, it can't be that bad!" her dad tried to reassure her but it didn't really work. She was going to miss LA and there was nothing they could say about it. 

About 20 minutes later, they finally arrived in front of the house. It was a beautiful Victorian house, a mix of light pink and dark blue, and Riley couldn't help but admire the huge house in front of her. It looked so old and vintage, that house actually reminded her of Coraline, she loved this movie as a child. “ So what do we think ?” Mr Bennett looking smiled at Riley knowing how much she loved old fashioned houses. " This house is beautiful Peter, and look Riley there's a swing!",  said Mrs. Bennett eagerly.  "I'm not a little girl anymore mom I don't really care about that" , Riley said rolling her eyes as the family parked in the driveway.  “And besides, this house looks kinda haunted.”  Mrs. Bennett scoffed taking her sunglasses off. After some time, they finally get out of the car and start grabbing their stuff from the car boot when a lady approaches them.  "Hello, I'm Dina the real estate agent! I'm here to show you around the house"  A huge smile was plastered on her face as if she was happy someone was finally interested in this house. 

" Oh hello! I'm Peter Bennett and this is my wife Marie " they both shake Dina's hand, her smile never leaving her face. " It's really nice to meet you. Oh and I suppose this is your beautiful little sweetheart ", she says as she walks over to Riley; " Uh yeah. I'm Riley. " Dina shakes Riley's hand and Riley can't help but find her a bit...  eccentric .

“ All right, I’ll show you the inside of the house right now !” Mrs. Bennett smiled eagerly looking at her husband with stars in her eyes. 

The family stepped into the foyer, greeted by the grandeur of a bygone era. High ceilings adorned with intricate molding loomed overhead, while a majestic staircase beckoned from the center of the room. Sunlight filtered through stained glass windows, casting a warm, ethereal glow. Dina, with a practiced smile, gestured towards the sprawling rooms adorned with ornate details - antique chandeliers, mahogany wainscoting, and a fireplace steeped in history. A sense of both elegance and mystery enveloped them as they took in the timeless beauty of their potential new home.

"This house is goddamn beautiful. We're taking it!" , said Ms. Bennett eagerly with a huge smile of anticipation.

"Yes, this house sure is beautiful although I must mention, it comes with a bit of a past."  Dina seemed unsure and anxious, but she kept going; " full  disclosure requires that I tell you about what happened to the previews owners.

“Jesus, don’t tell me they died in this house did they?”  Mrs. Bennett turned around to look over at Dina with a concerned look plastered on her face. "Yes actually, both of them died here. Murder-suicide. I sold them the house too. They were the sweetest couple. You never really know what happens behind those walls I guess.

"That explains why this house is half the price of every other house in neighborhood I guess."  Mr Bennett sighted, crossing his arms.

“Where did it happen?”  Riley asked curiously.

 “In the attic.”

Riley pauses for a second, a smirk forming on her face as she decides to speak up; “ We’re taking it.”

ii

After the initial excitement of choosing their new home, the Bennett family embarked on the task of settling into their Victorian mansion. As they unloaded boxes and furniture from the moving truck, Riley couldn't contain her curiosity about the attic. She'd always been drawn to mysteries and the thought of living in a house with a dark past only fueled her intrigue.

Once they finished moving the essentials into the house, Riley dashed up the grand staircase, eager to explore every nook and cranny. She pushed open the attic door, the creaking hinges echoing in the vast space. The attic was dimly lit, dust particles dancing in the sunlight that filtered through the small windows. Old trunks and forgotten relics littered the space, each one holding a piece of history.

Riley's eyes widened with excitement as she imagined all the stories hidden within these walls. She spent hours rummaging through the forgotten treasures, uncovering vintage clothing, dusty books, and antique toys. Despite the tragic events that occurred here, Riley felt a strange sense of belonging, as if the house welcomed her with open arms.

As the days passed, the Bennett family settled into their new life in Chesterfield. Riley's room became her sanctuary, a reflection of her eclectic personality. She adorned the walls with vintage posters and fairy lights, transforming the space into a cozy retreat. She spent hours scouring antique shops and thrift stores, searching for unique pieces to add to her collection.

One afternoon, while exploring the local flea market, Riley stumbled upon a mysterious key hidden amongst a pile of trinkets. Intrigued, she purchased it for a few dollars, wondering what secrets it might unlock. When she returned home, Riley headed straight for the attic, her heart pounding with excitement.

She searched every nook and cranny until she found a small locked chest hidden beneath a pile of old newspapers. With trembling hands, she inserted the key into the rusty lock, the mechanism clicking open with a satisfying sound. Inside, she discovered a collection of letters tied with a faded ribbon.

As Riley read through the letters, she uncovered the tragic love story of the previous owners. Their words painted a picture of a forbidden romance torn apart by societal expectations and family obligations. Riley felt a pang of sadness for the couple, their lives cut short by tragedy.

And as she looked out the attic window, watching the sun set over the sleepy town of Chesterfield, Riley saw a shadow lurking behind the trees, It was like someone was staring at her. She rubbed her eyes thinking she probably hallucinated, and just like that, the shadow was gone.

iii

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the sleepy town of Chesterfield, Riley found herself drawn to the attic once again. She climbed the stairs with a sense of anticipation, eager to lose herself in the stories of the past. But as she reached the top, she was met with an unexpected sight—a boy standing in the dimly lit space, his silhouette illuminated by the fading light.

"Who are you?" Riley asked, her heart racing with a mixture of fear and curiosity.

The boy turned to face her, his features obscured by the shadows. "I'm Andy," he said, his voice soft and haunting. "I live next door."

Riley took a step closer, her eyes adjusting to the darkness. Andy's appearance was striking, with tousled hair and dark brown eyes that seemed to hold a hint of sadness. He reminded her of a character from one of her favorite movies, mysterious and enigmatic.

"What are you doing up here?" Riley asked, her voice tinged with suspicion.

Andy shrugged, a faint smile playing on his lips. "Just exploring," he said. "I like to come up here and think."

Riley nodded, her curiosity piqued. She had always been drawn to people who were different, who didn't fit into the mold of society. And there was something about Andy that intrigued her, something she couldn't quite put her finger on.

"Are you new here?" Andy asked, breaking the silence that had settled between them.

Riley nodded. "Yeah, my family just moved in a few weeks ago. What about you?"

Andy smiled wistfully. "I've lived here my whole life," he said. "But I've never really felt like I belong."

Riley understood the feeling all too well. She had spent her entire life searching for a place where she truly felt at home, a place where she could be herself without judgment.

"Well, you're not alone," Riley said, her voice soft but determined. "We can be outsiders together."

Andy's eyes sparkled with gratitude, and for the first time in a long time, Riley felt a sense of connection—a bond forged in the darkness of the attic.

"You should probably leave now tho, before my parents see you here and call the cops thinking you're here to rob us or something", she giggled slightly, looking at the boy right in front of her who's been smiling at her. It was like he was admiring her, feeling safe by her presence.

He got up and left the attic without saying a word to her, leaving the house so quietly It was like he was never there.

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a/n : idrk what to think of this but i truly hope y'all enjoyed this chapter, lmk if you wanna be in the taglist !!

[seacurse]

those unable to catalog the past are doomed to repeat it .

name :      galen nicholas drake .      age :      twenty - nine , born the 4th of october .      hometown :      kilmer's cove, rhode island .      length of time in kilmer :      ten years, until his recent return .      occupation :      videographer, usually freelance .      traits :      ardent, perspicacious, enigmatic, apprehensive .      aspirations :      rebrand the drake name in kilmer, make a name for himself in the world of documentaries and film .      skills :      picking what film to watch, editing videos, dodging questions regarding his family, organizing .      pets :      on his return to kilmer he stopped and bought two goldfish named franny and zooey .

kilmer cove anointed another family in the long line of grave stones that collect the same surname. drake and the synopsis thought of a gold mine go hand-in-hand like the ghost stories that make up this town, but their secret was never meant stay hidden in the shadows. nicholas drake spent every evening at the local pub like his father before him and mother before him who refused to take her husband's surname on account of disliking the way his sounded against her own name. upon those late nights fumbling back to the drake estate loose lips and poor decisions could talk one of the drake's right off the cliff if someone so wished, but it was with nicholas drake in particular, galen's father, that some of those might have wished a little harder than others .

galen was ten, playing with a paper boat he'd made just outside the estate when a man with a tomato red face clutching a bank note so tightly his knuckles turned white barged past the iron gate. the first of many to realize the false promises that came with the drake surname, a friendship and partnership built on forgery. broke. completely broke with faulty investments that tore down galen's idyllic childhood as quickly as the estate emptied once the town was an evening away from pitch forks .

next came his family. stripped away from their happiness and fortune propped on a deck of cards consisting only of jokers, the nursery rhyme continued ... mom and dad got real sad and their marriage cam tumbling after. he picked wrong, as an eleven year old would when indulged with the idea of staying up all night and playing catch in the new big yard with his dad, only to be stuck entertaining himself and burning toast for dinner when his father tried to drown himself in alcohol every evening .

so he picks wrong again. he's sitting on a chesterfield leather seat, legs dangling and toying with an old camera found in one of the many boxes his mother has sprawled out in the grand foyer of their new home, actually his new home. the man with the wall street grin in a tailored designer suit stood by the front door with a cup of coffee in hand and rolled up newspaper. his stature and hair gel say ' i'm important ' as he shouts obscenities at the gardener. he likely has a morning routine that would rival patrick bateman, this galen would attest to once he found his love for all things film .

galen is sixteen when he sees it for the first time. he stays up binge watching every horror film he can get his hands on the night of halloween with his film camera charging by his desk and a half-attempt to edit a student film running in the background of his laptop until a phone call startled him out of his bed. a friend. he's down the stairs and waving away all murmured worries about being out to late when he's paused at the front door. a paper boat is shoved into the rosebush, the one the gardener still clips too short, and it's like a light switch on a dusty lamp in a window turned on for the first time .

a worn photograph, yellowed with age sits stationed at his desk right by the alarm clock he hasn't used since in kilmer. for months this continues until one day that light switch on that dusty old lamp in the window of the abandoned drake estate is turned on for the first time in nineteen years .

summary :      galen drake came from a long line of drakes in kilmer's cove with old money that wound up at the bottom of an empty bottle and a scheme of false investments and backstabbings before the family was forced out of town. the drake's prestige dwindled after that and a small paper boat began to appear everywhere galen went until his return to kilmer's cove very recently. he thought here he could find what would save his family name, establish his career with a documentary. the lamp light turning on in the window of the abandoned drake estate might be the most frightening of all, no one has paid for electricity in nineteen years .

people from before :      anyone who knew galen or the drake family before they left kilmer's cove, could have even been a victim of the family scheme or blackmailed when they found out they were broke .      childhood :      the childhood crush, childhood best friends, enemies because they took the toy he wanted on the playground, anyone he would have gone to school with .      neighbor :      the lone house closest to the drake estate, maybe they tended to keeping the house from collapsing or even camped out there once in awhile .      videographer :      anyone in need of someone to film or document or be the subject of what he thinks will get him on the map .      diner waiter :      he's going to frequent the same diner every night at an ungodly hour in the morning, they can lament over terrible coffee and day old cherry pie that never sold that afternoon .      kept contact :      the one person he might have kept contact with from kilmer's cove who maybe hadn't been a victim of the drake's schemes or decided not to blame the son for the father's crimes .

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Their website showcases their expertise across channels, partner network, client results and service offerings. The goal is to convince prospects to hire them as a digital partner. Industries Served: Crypto, SaaS, e-sports Sample Clients: Bitcoin.com, Dash, Polkadot UAWC Agency (Ukraine) UAWC Agency specializes in strategic ecommerce marketing, with services covering SEO, Google/Facebook/TikTok ads, email marketing, analytics and more. With offices globally, they take a data-driven approach tailored to each client's goals and have managed over $100M in ad spend. UAWC aims to double profits, not expenses through optimizing existing campaigns and unlocking new revenue opportunities. Their website highlights their expertise, international reach, free audits and assessments. The goal is to convince potential clients they can maximize ROI by partnering with UAWC Agency. Industries Served: Finance, crypto, ecommerce Sample Clients: Coinbase, Binance Advology Solutions (India) Advology Solution is a leading digital marketing agency based in Gurgaon, India. They offer a wide range of services including SEO, social media marketing, PPC, web design, development, content writing and more. With over 6 years of experience and 200+ clients, Advology takes a results-driven approach tailored to each business. Their website showcases their service offerings, client work, achievements like 500+ projects completed and team of professionals. The goal is to convince visitors that Advology has the expertise to deliver high ROI digital marketing solutions. Industries Served: Retail, healthcare, automotive Sample Clients: Black Wood Apparel, Cloude, Testovation OneEgg (Australia) OneEgg is a Sydney-based digital marketing agency specializing in PPC, SEO and Amazon marketing services. With deep expertise and over 25 years of combined experience, they take a strategic, data-driven approach to craft tailored solutions for each client. Their case studies showcase impressive results achieved for clients like LegalVision, Aventus Property Group and Nutra Organics. One Egg holds certifications from industry leaders like Google, Facebook and Amazon. Their blog covers insights across paid search, organic optimization and Amazon marketing. The website aims to generate leads for their services by highlighting their track record, strategic focus and personalized approach. Industries Served: Retail, ecommerce, finance Sample Clients: Fred Hollows Foundation, Harbour Trust / Cockatoo Island, NAPCAN Top PPC Agencies in Cyprus M&G Speed Marketing LTD Led by PPC and SEM expert Jesus Guzman, M&G Speed Marketing LTD delivers customized strategies combining PPC, SEO, and content management for rapid business growth. The agency emphasizes a data-driven approach and excels in lead generation and ecommerce Paid Per Click initiatives. Industries Served: Healthcare, legal, ecommerce Sample Clients: fxglobe.com, Beyond, Markets.com Choosing the Right PPC Agency for You Selecting a PPC agency to partner with requires careful evaluation across a few key factors: Aligning with Business Goals The ideal agency will take the time to thoroughly understand your target audiences, growth objectives, and overall marketing strategy. This enables them to develop paid search campaigns that support your broader initiatives. Budgeting and Pricing Models PPC agencies offer different pricing models - percentage of ad spend, flat monthly fees, hourly consulting rates, etc. Choose an agency that provides flexibility to accommodate your budget limitations. Ensuring Cultural Fit A strong working relationship depends on clear communication, transparency, and shared dedication to positive outcomes. Be sure the agency's culture and work style aligns with yours. Tracking and Optimizing PPC Agency Relationships To maximize the value gained from your Paid Per Click agency partnership over time, focus on: - KPIs: Align on ROI, conversion rate, cost-per-click, and other key performance indicators to track. - Transparency: Insist on clear reporting that details campaign performance, budget utilization, and opportunities. - Regular Reporting: Based on your business needs, determine an ideal reporting frequency such as weekly, biweekly or monthly. 👉 The Key to Digital Success: Choosing the Right Paid Per Click Expert Selecting the ideal PPC agency to drive results for your business is an important decision. The recommendations in this guide provide a starting point for evaluating potential partners. But every company's needs and goals are unique. As you assess agencies, keep your target audience, budget limitations, and overall marketing objectives in mind. Look for proven expertise across Google, Bing, and social ads. Seek out strategic thinkers who will take the time to understand your business priorities. Strong communication, transparency, and a data-driven approach are key. With the right PPC agency partner, you gain invaluable expertise to expand your digital visibility and acquisition channels. Paid search success is within reach. To take the next step, request custom proposals from one or more of the highly-ranked PPC experts profiled here. Explain your current business goals, target audience, and budget. Ask for client references and case studies showcasing their results. With an optimal Paid Per Click strategy tailored to your needs, you will be positioned to increase qualified traffic, generate leads, and maximize your ad spend ROI. Read the full article

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DRA COMPLETES MULTIPLE INDUSTRIAL LEASE AND SALE TRANSACTIONS SUBSTANTIALLY COMPLETING THE REPOSITIONING OF THE CHESTERFIELD COMMERCE CENTER (23 SQUARE BUSINESS PARK)

Bingham Farms, Michigan (December 2023) - Andrew Boncore, Senior Vice President of Brokerage with Dominion Real Estate Advisors, LLC. (DRA)  recently completed 3 separate transactions within Chesterfield Commerce Center Park aka 23 Square Business Park.

The first completed in June involved the sale of 30860 Sierra Drive, Chesterfield MI., a 38,880 SF industrial building, which was sold to Dagger Sierra, LLC. who will be using the facility for warehouse distribution. Boncore represented the Seller G&I XI BKG POOL II, LLC and Ben Wilkiemyer of Signature Associates represented the Buyer.

The second transaction involved a 90,000 SF, 15-year lease to industrial equipment supplier, RoboVent, (a Nederman company) at 52029 Sierra Drive. Andrew Boncore and Assistant Vice President Alex Tokarz worked together in representing both the Landlord BKG Dominion 23 Square I, LLC. and the Tenant in this transaction. The subject property is a new 198,000 SF state of the art industrial building suitable for light manufacturing, or warehouse/distribution and was put up “on speculation” by local developer Burton Katzman/Dominion Realty Services early this year. The building’s interior is being built-out to the tenant’s specifications and will be ready for occupancy in March 2024. RoboVent is a leader in the design and manufacture of filtration and ventilation systems. Since being founded in 1989, they have grown significantly to become an international supplier with locations in the U.S, Canada and Mexico, and its products are distributed through its partners globally.  

A third transaction involved the sale of 16 acres of unimproved shovel ready land (Lot#2) within the Chesterfield Commerce Center Park aka 23 Square Business Park, which was sold to M3 Sub #2, LLC, a wholly owned entity of Signs 365. The land was acquired for future development to accommodate the growth and expansion of various entities of Signs 365. Boncore represented the Buyer and the Seller, RCS Land, LLC was represented by Bob Pagano and Jack Coury of Newmark.

ABOUT DOMINION REAL ESTATE ADVISORS

Dominion Real Estate Advisors (DRA) is a full service commercial real estate firm recognized nationally as a leading provider of professional commercial real estate services.  DRA brings decades of experience and expertise in commercial brokerage, property and asset management, real estate advisory, construction, design, and development services. 

DRA is committed to bringing its clients creative, cutting-edge solutions, and providing the highest level of professional service fostering long lasting relationships based on loyalty, integrity, and trust.  DRA assists corporate clients, lenders, institutions, property owners, investors, and real estate developers in achieving their real estate objectives. 

To read about the lease transaction with RoboVent, posted by Crain's Detroit Business click here: https://dominionra.com/news.php/736627861047394304

For more information, please visit:

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The Role of a Real Estate Appraiser: Ensuring Accuracy in Home Appraisal

Introduction:

In the world of real estate, accurate home appraisals are crucial for various transactions, including buying, selling, and refinancing properties. A key player in this process is the real estate appraiser, who plays a pivotal role in determining the value of a property. This blog post will delve into the responsibilities of a real estate appraiser, focusing on the significance of their role in St. Louis and shedding light on the importance of home appraisals.

The Role of a Real Estate Appraiser:

A real estate appraiser is a qualified professional who specializes in estimating the value of properties. Their primary objective is to provide an unbiased and objective assessment of a property's worth based on various factors, including location, size, condition, and recent sales of comparable properties in the area.

In St. Louis, a real estate appraiser's expertise is essential due to the city's dynamic and diverse real estate market. They possess an in-depth understanding of local market trends, which allows them to accurately determine property values. Whether it's a suburban home in Chesterfield or a historic house in Soulard, a real estate appraiser plays a vital role in ensuring fair and accurate valuations.

The Importance of Home Appraisal:

Home appraisal is a critical step in real estate transactions. It helps buyers, sellers, and lenders establish a fair market value for a property, which directly influences pricing decisions and loan approvals. An appraisal conducted by a certified real estate appraiser provides an unbiased opinion based on extensive research and analysis.

When buying a home, having an appraisal performed protects the buyer from overpaying and helps ensure they are making a sound investment. On the other hand, sellers benefit from an appraisal by setting a competitive listing price that attracts potential buyers. Moreover, lenders rely on appraisals to assess the value of a property before approving a mortgage or refinancing application.

Conclusion:                                                                                     

In the realm of real estate, the role of a real estate appraiser is indispensable. Their expertise and meticulous evaluation processes provide stakeholders with an accurate representation of a property's value, which helps facilitate fair transactions. Whether in St. Louis or any other location, the services of a qualified appraiser are invaluable in ensuring the stability and transparency of the real estate market. So, the next time you consider buying or selling a property, remember the importance of a real estate appraiser and their commitment to maintaining the integrity of home appraisals.

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Hiring real estate agents in Chesterfield Heights, Florida

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Tara Ulysse - Richmond, VA Luxury Real Estate

Tara Ulysse Real Estate is one of the best property management companies in Central Virginia. Get help today, click here for details.

A lifelong resident of Chesterfield, Virginia, working in the Virginia real estate market since 2005. I’m committed to providing the resources and information homeowners, and aspiring owners need for their transactions. For any questions about buying or selling properties in the area, please don’t hesitate to contact me today.

Address: 14321 Winter Breeze Dr, Ste. 31, Midlothian, VA 23113, USA Phone: 804-944-2326 Website: https://propertymanagementrichmond.com

[bokauffmann]

March 28 Briefing ; Luxury Home Survey in Canada

Hello…this is Bo Kauffmann of Remax in Winnipeg, with your real estate news for…  Tuesday, March 28th, 2023…

  Today is National Weed Appreciation Day and suitably, National Black Forest Cake Day…..dude!

  Real Estate brokerage Royal LePage did a study recently to see how much home you could buy for a million dollars.

  On average, Canada wide, a million will buy your nearly 1800 sq feet, with 3.2 bedroom and 2.6 baths.

  As you can probably guess, that’s not happening in Vancouver, where a cool mil gets you less than 1,000 sq feet, and not even 2 bathrooms.  If you want more house, You’ll have to live on Kraft Dinners.

  Toronto is next, where you’ll get 1230 sq feet, nearly 3 bedrooms and still less than 2 bathrooms on average.

  Best bang for your buck?  You guess it:  Winnipeg comes in as one of the most affordable cities.  Last month, a 2300 sq ft home with 4 BR and 3 baths sold for 1.15 million

And a newer 2300 ft home in E St Paul sold for 975K….enough money left over to buy a nice chesterfield….or an ottoman.

  Incidentally, right now there are 44 homes on Winnipeg’s market priced at 1 Million plus.  The 4 most expensive ones are all located in Tuxedo.

  The Luxury Home Marketing Institute defines a luxury home as one which is worth 1 million or more.

  Add us to your daily routine by going to boknows.homes/alexa

Check out this episode!

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Most Popular Real Estate Broker Who has worthy Properties in NJ

American Properties Realty, Inc. is now the most popular real estate brokers in New Jersey offering wide array of worthy properties. Whether you’re looking for single family homes or townhomes and garden homes, we have everything according to your needs and requirements. American Properties proud to create many award winning communities serve New Jersey residents for over 40 years. Our quality homes is our recognition. We build your home just like we would build our own. Owners are updated with each and every step of their home building process, so they can enjoy their ultimate dream of owning a home at fullest. American Properties Realty, Inc. is privately owned real estate Company that develops, acquires and manages real estate properties all across the New Jersey

If you’re planning to move to New Jersey, look no further than American Properties to find the right home. our communities get immense appreciation from buyers and residents love to brag about the community they live in because of our exquisite home designs, plenty of community amenities, close proximity to big cities, nearby shops and recreation and up to date and modern features and appliances. Looking for lavish villas or townhomes, single family homes or garden homes or condominiums?  We have something for everyone at pocket friendly rates! buy two-story townhomes or villas in Mercer, priced from $434,990, choose beautiful home in Chesterfield Real Estate from our Garden collection, priced from $218,990, for the lovers of detached single family home, our prices starts from $411,490 and condo living is available at price starting from $175,000. We also proffer many quick move-in homes, for your convenience and comfort.

American Properties Realty Inc. is a licensed real estate brokers, build more than 15,000 stunning homes along with our associates. We believe that your home is more than a spot on a map, it’s your reflection! We are dedicated to the mission of providing families with quality built, affordably priced new homes .our master planned, thoughtfully designed communities build what you want, where you want and at the price you need. American Properties closed million of SFT of office, industrial and retail brokerage deals.

Our professional and expert team works on a motto, turn every home into buyer’s dream one. American Properties achieve such great reputation with the help of our talented and hardworking team that always tries to create something extraordinary for our clients. For this we provide then finest and latest tools and sufficient resources to endorse our stellar position and outdo our fiduciary liabilities. All our agents follow the chief ethical standards as this philosophy helps us to reach the best outcomes for our principles. Buyers can enjoy incomparable services, professionalism, quality construction and flawless homes only at American Properties Realty, Inc.

American Properties work hard for those who call our communities their home. We feel honored whenever new buyers become part of our family. Because we just not build homes build communities for you and your future generations. We hold deep knowledge about New Jersey, which allow us to choose premium locations for the creation of spectacular new construction homes Burlington NJ.  Our customer satisfaction is our first priority! In order to attain our aims and principles, American Properties set rules and provide continuing education and training opportunities to our agents. Our agents are fully prepared and trained to provide you satisfactory answers to your questions. We ensure to make your home buying process smooth, tension free and enjoyable. Don’t hesitate to contact us any time. You can visit our model homes.To book your visit schedule call us or write us. Our office is located at 517 Route One South, Ste 2100 Iselin NJ 08830.

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New in Horror: Oct 2022 Releases

It Rides a Pale Horse by Andy Marino

The Larkin siblings are known around the small town of Wofford Falls. Both are artists, but Peter Larkin, Lark to his friends, is the hometown hero. The one who went to the big city and got famous, then came back and settled down. He’s the kind of guy who becomes fast friends with almost anyone. His sister Betsy on the other hand is more… eccentric. She keeps to herself. When Lark goes to deliver one of his latest pieces to a fabulously rich buyer, it seems like a regular transaction. Even being met at the gate of the sprawling, secluded estate by an intimidating security guard seems normal. Until the guard plays him a live feed: Betsy being abducted in real time. Lark is informed that she’s safe for now, but her well‑being is entirely in his hands. He's given a book. Do what the book says, and Betsy will go free. It seems simple enough. But as Lark begins to read he realizes: the book might be demonic. Its writer may be unhinged. His sister's captors are almost certainly not what they seem. And his town and those within it are... changing. And the only way out is through.

The Hollow Kind by Andy Davidson

Nellie Gardner is looking for a way out of an abusive marriage when she learns that her long-lost grandfather, August Redfern, has willed her his turpentine estate. She throws everything she can think of in a bag and flees to Georgia with her eleven-year-old son, Max, in tow. It turns out that the estate is a decrepit farmhouse on a thousand acres of old pine forest, but Nellie is thrilled about the chance for a fresh start for her and Max, and a chance for the happy home she never had. So it takes her a while to notice the strange scratching in the walls, the faint whispering at night, how the forest is eerily quiet. But Max sees what his mother can't: They're no safer here than they had been in South Carolina. In fact, things might even be worse. There's something wrong with Redfern Hill. Something lurks beneath the soil, ancient and hungry, with the power to corrupt hearts and destroy souls. It is the true legacy of Redfern Hill: a kingdom of grief and death, to which Nellie's own blood has granted her the key.

The House at Phantom Park by Graham Masterton

n this abandoned hospital, pain lives on... and it wants revenge. St Philomena's military hospital has been abandoned for over three years. Now Lilian Chesterfield, who works for one of the most successful building companies in England, is in charge of developing it into a luxury housing complex. But as soon as she and her colleagues start work in the Jacobean-style mansion, their dream turns into a nightmare. They hear screaming from wards full of empty beds. They hear doors slamming and find cutlery scattered over the kitchen floor. Then they see faces peering at them from the mullioned windows. Lilian is pragmatic – she doesn't believe in the supernatural. But just when she's put her mind at rest by scouring the mansion from top to bottom and finding nothing, a former patient of St Philomena's arrives with a warning. The hospital is haunted. And it is haunted by something a thousand times more terrifying than ghosts...

Lute by Jennifer Marie Thorne

On the idyllic island of Lute, every seventh summer, seven people die. No more, no less.

Lute and its inhabitants are blessed, year after year, with good weather, good health, and good fortune. They live a happy, superior life, untouched by the war that rages all around them. So it’s only fair that every seven years, on the day of the tithe, the island’s gift is honored.

Nina Treadway is new to The Day. A Florida girl by birth, she became a Lady through her marriage to Lord Treadway, whose family has long protected the island. Nina’s heard about The Day, of course. Heard about the horrific tragedies, the lives lost, but she doesn’t believe in it. It's all superstitious nonsense. Stories told to keep newcomers at bay and youngsters in line.

Then The Day begins. And it's a day of nightmares, of grief, of reckoning. But it is also a day of community. Of survival and strength. Of love, at its most pure and untamed. When The Day ends, Nina―and Lute―will never be the same.

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TILY MASTERPOST (TILY NATION VERSION)

April 2017 - Lily is on the cover of Elle China and her spread features the color blue.

April - both Tily girls are in Los Angeles for part of the month. Lily attends fashion events and posts from the Sunset Strip. Lily posts a Snapchat from what looks like one of Taylor’s LA homes at the time. (Taylor has several Chesterfield sofas in her homes. Per the Taylor real estate blogs, she had three LA area homes at the time). Taylor is recording part of Reputation at Max Martin’s studio in LA.

April 30 - Lily likes a fan comment saying “Tell Tay that we miss her :)”

May - Look What You Made Me Do music video is filmed in LA. Time magazine and the Fashion Blog Spot report that Lily is in the video as one of the robot girls.

The swimsuit worn in the video looks similar to what Lily wore on this magazine cover - link.

May 17 - media articles start reporting that Taylor is dating Joe.

May 17 - Lily is in Cannes for Dior. She wore a snake necklace (see below) and a snake bracelet, including for her interview with Vogue. Interestingly, Lily stopped wearing snake jewelry once Taylor/Joe went public.

May 18 - Taylor returned to England after a Mother’s Day visit to Nashville for the weekend (May 15). Lily returned to England from Cannes.

June 1 - Taylor and Joe are papped at the UK airport heading to Nashville. Lily’s gym in NYC posts a Snapchat of her working out joking that someone pissed her off (link).

June 3 - Taylor and Joe are papped on her balcony in Nashville. The next day Lily and Alshair are papped in Italy.

June 9 - Taylor puts her music on Spotify.

June 14 - Lily snapchats from London. (Link)

July 4 - Lily at Paris Fashion Week.

Summer of ‘17

August 2017

Tily Masterpost Index

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DOMINION REAL ESTATE ADVISORS COMPLETES 15-YEAR, 90,000 SF LEASE WITH SWEDISH SUBSIDIARY ROBOVENT  

Posted by Crain's Detroit Business | Kurt Nagl | December 12, 2023

RoboVent, a supplier of air filtration systems to automotive and other industries, is planning to invest $1 million in a new 90,000-square-foot plant in Macomb County to handle recent growth.

The company is preparing to move from its 54,000-square-foot space in Sterling Heights into a 15-year lease at a newly constructed industrial building at 52029 Sierra Dr. in Chesterfield Township, President Rick Kreczmer said.

RoboVent, which employs about 120 workers with 76 in Michigan, will begin moving in February and is expected to be settled in by the end of May. The company will add a handful of employees to start and more as demand warrants.

RoboVent’s roots are in automotive, but it has seen significant growth in other industries, including aerospace, powder and bulk, pharmaceuticals, food processing, agriculture and construction. Electric vehicles and batteries are another major target for expansion, Kreczmer said.

“Whether it has wings, wheels or floats, if it has a weld on it, it’s going to create fumes,” he said. “It’s up to us to take that out of the factory environment.”

The company’s line of products includes portable and modular units for dust, fume and mist collection. Its equipment is found in factories across North America, from tier one suppliers and machine shops to automaker assembly plants.

RoboVent outfitted Rivian’s plant in Illinois with air filters and counts Tesla as a major customer. Other customers include the Detroit 3 automakers, Iroquois Industries, Tenneco, Forvia and Lear. 

Its value proposition is simple: Healthy air creates healthier, more productive employees, Kreczmer said.

“If someone does metal working in Michigan, I’d be hard pressed to say that they don’t have one of our products in one shape or form, whether it’s a centralized solution designed specifically for their line or application, a modified version or they purchased our stuff through an integrator,” said Frank Cea, vice president of growth and engagement for the company.

RoboVent’s revenue is on pace to grow 15% over last year to $43 million. Kreczmer, who took the reins at the company five years ago, said he hopes to sustain that growth by diversifying. About 65% of its revenue still comes from automotive, with 80% tied to welding.

Founded in 1989, RoboVent was purchased by Swedish air filtration giant Nederman last year for about $40 million, giving the parent company strong footing in the U.S. welding market.

Kreczmer said RoboVent is well-positioned to capitalize on the industry’s electric vehicle transition as companies build new factories and retool existing plants. 

“I like the battery segment because that does give us a little bit of diversification outside of welding,” he said.

To read this article on Crain's Detroit Business, visit https://www.crainsdetroit.com/manufacturing/robovent-plans-expansion-macomb-county

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Five songs you shouldn’t miss this summer

As we took our first summer break in five years we still maintained our weekly ritual of picking a new song for our playlist. These were the tracks that made our summer so far, so we summed them up and hope you’ll add them as well to your summer playlist:

Swimming Tapes - Queen’s Parade

Let’s start with our ultimate summer track. Jingle-jangle guitar chords, vocals which echo back into the sixties, yep these Londoners know how to make some good retro-revival pop. Neither Allah-Las nor Real Estate are ever very far away.

Death From Above  - Freeze Me

The duo used to be called Death From Above 1979, but while the year is now gone, the catchy riffs certainly aren’t. Freeze Me is the first taste from their third album called Outrage! Is Now (out sept 9), and the video which includes bragging bodybuilders makes it all worthwhile.

April Towers - Takes One to Know One

Hats off to this Nottingham duo, which just fully crowdfunded the money to make their debut album, which will also be named Takes One to Know One. Might have heard their name before? Could be the case if you’re a dedicated FIFA player, as the band was featured in FIFA16.

Gus Dingwall - Downtown

With the small scandal about “fake” Spotify artists in mind we thought for a second that Gus is a moniker of Chet Faker aka Nick Murphy, but in fact he is a 19-year old Australian kid digging the same vibes. After doing vocals for French producer Møme you’d think he’d be picked up easily, but somehow his first single Downtown hasn’t been discovered yet by the mainstream. Their loss.

TRASH - Migraines

Four-piece TRASH from Chesterfield ain’t no garbage. If MTV would still broadcast video clips, Migraines would be the song we’d spend all of our call credit on. It’s probably the best lyric video you’ll see this year, one of the catchiest hooks on earth, and their band bio explains the rest: 

The one thing we wish people would notice about us is that we're really sad but also really happy in a really complex way which is really hard to understand unless you really listen to our music & think about the lyrics really hard. Like really, really hard.

Enjoy!