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Melanie Smith started volunteering for Near & Far Aid Association in 1968. She has served on the Board for over 26 years and as its President 1986 - 1988. She has chaired all Fundraising events and most recently concentrates on House Tour. She has worked on and chaired for years the Corporate Underwriting Committee. Melanie has been a Real Estate Broker in the area for 30 years – her company was Jensen-Smith Real Estate, which was acquired by Prudential CT Realty in 2000. She has for several years been Chairman of the Professional Standards & Ethics Committees and currently serves on the Grievance Committee of the Greater Fairfield Board of Realtors. Melanie lives in Southport and has a grown son and daughter and five grandchildren. She has been very active over the years and an officer in the Jr. League of Eastern Fairfield County, Sasqua Garden Club and the Connecticut Dance School
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Relocation >The Benefits of a Good Location
One primary and irreplaceable feature that influences a home's appeal is its location. Desirable homes are often situated in beautiful geographical settings, with convenient access to jobs, shops and transportation. In preferred locations, homes hold their value over time, even as real estate markets in other, less popular vicinities show evidence of abating.
Some of the most valuable and exquisite homes in America are located in areas that are associated with breathtaking views, fresh air, and enjoyable leisure activities. In such locations, property values tend to remain at a premium because of the fact that there is only a limited amount of precious land, and there is easy access to the pleasures and necessities of life. Existing homes that are well maintained and situated in exceptional natural surroundings often sell very quickly, because people eager to move into the area keep an eye on the listings. There is always competition for homes where the local supply does not accommodate the public demand.
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What kind of home construction is considered to be the safest in seismic areas?
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Straw-bale homes in seismic zones have proven resilient enough to withstand the shock of earthquakes. |
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