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Conny Chavez February 15th, 2021 - 9:00 AM

Sammy Hagar and The Circle have returned with an extraordinary album, Lockdown 2020. The band apparently spent their quarantine in virtual jam sessions that quickly turned into a full album of covers and one new song. These covers include the work of classic rock legends like David Bowie, AC/DC and Little Richard.The band does justice to the originals by adding some personal touches, giving the listener a whole new perspective on these smash hits.This album couldnt have come at a more perfect momentthe world is in the middle of a pandemic and plenty of other global issues, and people needed something to uplift their spirits. With Lockdown 2020,the band does just that; the project is 11 powerful tracks of truly impressive hard rock craftsmanship.

The supergroup consists of famous hard rock artists Sammy Hagar (Montrose and Vanhalen), Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin), Michael Anthony (Van Halen) and Vic Johnson (The BusBoys).Lockdown 2020is, of course, the perfect album for hard rock lovers, but it also might be helpful to anyone who has experienced the wild ride that was 2020.The album opens with the bands new song, Funky Feng Shui, a track that started as the bands backstage warmup jam. Its an interesting insight into into how they jam together, the very basis for this entire album. This funky and palatable track is an excellent way to kick-off the album.

The band comments on a number of current events throughout the album within their cover selections. They get political on The Whos Wont Get Fooled Again, and Buffalo Springfields For What Its Worth, both of which are already well-known for their incisive criticisms of those in power. For What Its Worth, originally written by Stephen Stills, was inspired by the Sunset Strip curfew riots, a series of clashes between protestors and police. Hagar and the Circles cover seems to be a response to 2020s many protests and riots. Of course, in line with Hagar and the gangs more dynamic performances, this cover is far more energetic than the original track.

Lockdown 2020 alsofeatures three Van Halen songs and some of Hagars solo tracks. The band covers Van Halens Right Now, which makes sense given the albums preeminent goala summation of 2020. Hagar originally wrote the song with Eddie Van Halen to discuss world issues and to suggest that people should live in the moment, a message that obviously still holds true today, especially during a global pandemic. The cover does not feature the originals signature piano, instead including a greater emphasis on guitar.

One of the weakest covers is of Bob Marleys Three Little Birds, where the band attempts a reggae beat on electric guitars, which, while they are ultimately unsuccessful, is a perfect showcase for fans of their rock gods goofy side.The final track is a cover of David Bowies Heroes, a remarkable and apt way to express their appreciation to all essential workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.No one can ever go wrong with this track, and the band stays close to the original.

Lockdown 2020 attempts tosummarize all the intense moments and overwhelming emotions that we all lived through this past year. Somewhat, it still feels like a very uplifting and energetic project. There is vitality here; a lust for life exists in Sammy Hagar and The Circle that just wont disappear. This album is a magnificent and encouraging way to reflect upon 2020 and travel through rock history with some of its greatest hits.

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OTTAWA -- The cross-examination of one of the Crown's key witnesses in the murder case against Gurpreet Ronald and Bhupinderpal Gill continued on Tuesday, with a clairvoyant hired by the couple taking the stand.

Ronald and Gill are charged with first-degree murder in the 2014 death of Gill's wife, Jagtar Gill. They have each pleaded not guilty.Ronald and Gill were convicted of first-degree murder in 2016 but an appeal court ruled in 2019 that the trial judge made a legal error when instructing the jury and ordered a new trial.

On Tuesday, Susanne Shields was questioned about past testimony and the messages she said she received from Jagtar Gill after she died. Shields testified Jagtar's sprit came to her in her vehicle to tell her that she was the victim of the homicide in Barrhaven and that she should go to police with the information she had.

Gill's defence lawyer, James Harbic, alleged Shields went to police after Jagtar Gill's death because she was angry with Gill and Ronald. The pair had hired her for a session about their future, and to help them sell their homes using Feng shui.

Shields said the offer Gill received for his house wasn't high enough for him and it led to a falling out between Ronald and Shields, with Shields being accused of being a scam artist.

Harbic said to Shields, "The situation got so tense you had two adults, Mrs. Ronald and yourself, throwing f-bombs back and forth at each other."

"It was more than that but yes, I was angry, I was hurt," Shields replied.

"I'm going to suggest you embellished and you exaggerated things with respect to both Mrs. Ronald and Mr. Gill because you were still angry at them," Harbic said.

"That is not correct at all," Shields replied. "I did not embellish; I did not want to get back at anybody and nor do I to this day."

Shields told court she went to police after Jagtar Gill's death because she felt she knew something and Jagtars spirit told her to.

Ronald's defence lawyer, Michael Spratt, also questioned Shields about what he said were inaccuracies in her testimony, which she denies.

"I'm suggesting that your memory is flawed, either through voices that you heard or things that you're putting together or for some other reason," Spratt said.

The trial continues on Wednesday.

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Are you awine connoisseurwho appreciates a relaxing weekend at scenic vineyards? Or are you fascinated by the delicate processes that go into making your favourite glass of vino?

If so, we have curated a list of the worlds most exclusive wine destinations to plan your next trip. Thesevineyardsare not only renowned for their reds, whites, sparkling, and ros, but also for their picturesque estates nestled among rolling hills and lush green valleys.

Since it is not the best time to travel right now owing to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, you can bookmark these places for afuture adventure.

Located in the heart of picturesque Apalta, the Montes estate was designed using the principles of Feng Shui. Their goal is to produce luxury wines while being socially responsible, protecting the biodiversity in the region and supporting the local community. Via Montes offers tours to explore the vineyards, and while there, we highly recommend dining at the Fuegos de Apalta restaurant (operated by one of Argentinas most famous chefs, Francis Mallmann), located in the middle of the estate. Guests can also try their Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon, the first wine they created here, which was also recognised as the first premium wine from Chile. Fun fact: You can also spot llamas and sheep grazing in their Marchige vineyards.

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Montes S.A., Apalta Winery, Parcela 15 Millahue de Apalta, Santa Cruz Chile

Sula Vineyards is located in the grape capital of India, Nasik, where 80 percent of the countrys wine is produced. They produce one of Indias finest wines through sustainable viticulture and organise a vineyard music festival called SulaFest every year. Enjoy their delectable wines red, white, sparkling, and ros at their own (and the countrys first) luxury vineyard resort called Beyond, which boasts an infinity pool, spa, gym, and restaurant.

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Gat 36/2, Govardhan Village, Off, Gangapur-Savargaon Rd, Nashik, Maharashtra 422222

Named the Worlds Best Vineyard in 2019 and 2020 (by The Worlds Best Vineyards Academy, comprising over 500 leading wine aficionados and sommeliers), this wine estate is nestled in the foothills of the Andes at a high altitude of 3,609ft (1,100m) above sea level. The ultra-modern winery is an architectural feat, made of natural stones and cement, where visitors can learn about the process of winemaking and take guided tasting tours. We also recommend enjoying the four-course lunch at the Piedra Infinita Cocina restaurant there, which offers a seasonal menu and wines for pairing, along with picturesque views of the Andes. Guests can also try the Emma Zuccardi Bonarda wine, made from the indigenous grapes of Argentina.

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Costa Canal Uco s/n Paraje Altamira, San Carlos, Mendoza, Argentina

The first winery in Bali, Hatten Wines is famous for their fresh, signature ros thats served chilled. Their locally grown grapes are considered among the best in the region, owing to the warmth of the sun, soil rich in nutrients, and plenty of spring water. You can enjoy a wine tasting at the vineyards Cellar Door, a private dining room and wine education centre. Some other wines they produce are Two Islands and Dragonfly Moscato (made from Australian grapes), and Brem, a Balinese rice wine.

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Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No.393, Sanur Kauh, Denpasar Selatan, Denpasar City, Bali 80228, Indonesia

Myanmars first vineyard is located in the Inle Lake area, and they only grow noble grape varieties for their wine. The high altitude paired with abundant rainfall is ideal for producing great quality wines, especially their house whites. Some of their signature wines include Aythaya Red, Aythaya Ros, and Aythaya White. The estate is perfect for a romantic getaway after a long day of touring the vineyards and wine tasting, you can book a room at the Monte Divino Lodge, and enjoy dinner with a beautiful view at the Sunset Wine Garden restaurant, which serves European cuisine.

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Htone Bo, Taunggyi 11181, Myanmar

This is the first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)-certified winery in South America. They focus mainly on Uruguays flagship grape, Tannat (for reds), and also produce other grape varieties such as Albario, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir and others. You can be part of the exclusive Garzn Club to access special experiences such as winemaking seminars, private dining at the Bodega Garzn Restaurant, and privileged access to the Bulgheroni Family Portfolio wineries around the world. They also host some non-wine related activities such as hiking, equestrianism, hot-air balloon rides and picnics across the sprawling vineyards.

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9 km. 175, Garzn, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay

The Monsoon Valley vineyard in Hua Hin was once home to wild Asian elephants. As a result, today one can find some of these elephants roaming the vineyards they help in the cultivation process. Some of the varieties of wines of note include the Shiraz, Colombard, Chenin Blanc, Dornfelder and Sangiovese. Apart from the usual wine tasting and tours, you can participate in unique activities such as mountain biking, a wine safari (which takes visitors wildlife watching at the Kuiburi National Park), and visiting elephants at the Baan Khok Chang Elephant Sanctuary. Onsite, they also have a flagship restaurant called The Sala Wine Bar and Bistro, which serves European cuisine as well as Thai dishes, paired with their vineyard wines.

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1 Moo 9 Baankhok Chang Patana NongPlup HuaHin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand 77110

Situated in wine country Napa Valley, the To Kalon vineyard (planted in 1868) produces some of the worlds finest Cabernet, as well as Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Owner Robert Mondavi created his signature Fum Blanc from the latter, which is known for its bright and fruity flavours. Guests can enjoy an in-depth winery tour and a walk through the vineyards and cellars, before the guided wine tasting. However, in order to get the best of the Mondavi experience, one must participate in the Four Decades Dinner, which allows you to taste vintage wines from each of the last four decades, followed by a four-course dinner.

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In the past year, indoor plants have made their biggest comeback to our homes since the 1970s, thanks to their ability to help you feel calm, improve air quality, lower blood pressure *and* improve productivity. And as we navigate our third national lockdown, there has never been a better time to bring the outside in.

Indeed, in 2014, researchers from the University of Exeter found that plants can increase productivity by 15 per cent (a green office increases employees' work engagement by making them more physically, cognitively and emotionally involved in their work). More recent research has found that having plants in the home can also help reduce anxiety, since they remind us of nature and the outdoors which is instantly calming. If that wasnt enough, houseplants help to make your home less toxic by purifying the air and eliminating any toxins (case in point: this Crispy Wave air-purifying fern).

As well as indoor plants, crystals seem to be all the rage on my Instagram feed RN. I can't move for people showcasing their rose quartz stones, amethyst geodes and jade rollers - and for good reason. Crystals are thought to have huge wellbeing benefits. Feeling low? Grab an amethyst rock. Looking for love? Hoard some rose quartz. Need a single solution to any problem life throws at you? Crystals. It's little surprise that searches for crystal healing are up 165 per cent right now.

Wouldn't it be a genius idea to combine the healing benefits of indoor plants and crystals? Well, that's exactly what Nathan Raab, MD of crystal and plant brand Pointless Plants, is doing! Caring for plants is not only a soothing hobby, but adding some greenery to your home is a great way to boost energy levels - and some clever consumers are now going further by adding amplifying the healing powers of their plants with crystals in them too," he told GLAMOUR of the trend he's dubbing 'crystal botany'.

Both plants and crystals are organic elements which bring energy into the home - though they both do it in different ways. Plants bring their energy out of the earth, whilst crystals vibrate and self-generate; together this sustainable partnership is not only a great way to boost plant growth, but its a sure-fire means of tackling common ailments - stress, anxiety, sleep-deprivation - and bringing some positive energy into your life.

Want to try crystal botany at home? Here, Nathan reveals the best crystal and plant combinations to tackle common woes...

Quartz crystal is a versatile energy amplifier. Whatever the mood of the room or space is, quartz will take that and push it back out. So take advantage of this by combining with a plant with healing properties - something like aloe vera, which has medicinal properties, purifies the air around it and has been used in healing rituals throughout history - as the quartz will amplify this energy and spread the aloe veras healing throughout the home.

Orchids are beautiful flowers associated with fertility and virility, so combine them with the circulation-boosting properties of rose quartz to bolster any flagging passion in your home. Rose quartz is also known for bringing unconditional love and strength in relationships, which is the perfect kind of energy to add into the mix if you and your partner are getting a bit moody with each other after months of lockdown.

If you want to bring a bit of balance to your world, try combining a green calcite crystal with a succulent like an echeveria or sempervivum. Both succulents and green calcite are used to cleanse chakras, so combining the two is a great way to help you feel more relaxed and encourage you to stress less and go with the flow. Green calcite brings emotional clarity, and can encourage you to declutter too - perfect if you need a bit of nudge to organise your home!

The great thing about string of pearls plants is that theyre very expressive - its easy to know at a glance when your plant needs water. This provides a sense of soothing clarity and control which helps counteract any stresses and anxieties you may be suffering with. So combine with an amethyst geode crystal: these are known for their overwhelming ability to calm and help relieve anxiety. For best results, keep crystals and plants close - you can even consider putting the crystal within its soil.

Bamboo and feng shui go hand in hand, with bamboo bringing wealth, prosperity and happiness to any home. Use an ocean jasper crystal to heighten these feelings. Ocean jaspers, which are only found in Madagascar, are made of opposing sides with opposing forces - fiery and cooler - which taken together, allows you to stop, take stock and focus on yourself for a bit. This combines with the positivity of the bamboo to give you a bit of an excuse to focus on your own happiness.

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As properties go, it was not going to last long on the market a dream home on more than an acre of land in Greenwich, abutting more than three acres of conservation area and priced at a mere $1.8 million in an enclave where other houses are selling for more than $5 million.

The only element missing? The dream home itself, which exists only in the mind of the buyer who bought the acreage. But it wont be long before a builder has that blueprint in hand, as a backhoe breaks ground on a new house.

As home hunters pounce on listings nearly as fast as sellers are putting them onto the market in Connecticut, construction of single-family homes is shaping up as the states next boom following a decade of apartment construction.

The last burst of new construction in Connecticut in 2008 ended up with many homes built on spec languishing empty for extended periods and some going into foreclosure for lack of buyers, after a hot housing market imploded in the sub-prime mortgage collapse that triggered the Great Recession.

But experts agree that the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drive city dwellers to outlying towns, as more employers embrace remote working arrangements they cobbled together on the fly last year.

The CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties does not see a spec-building bubble like 2007 in the offing, but says there is sufficient interest in Connecticut options that newly built homes will find buyers in a hurry.

Were seeing more permits, for sure, and well see more builders much more willing to bring their product and at a little bit higher of a price, said Candace Adams, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties. Ive gotten ... inquiries for large parcels of land in Connecticut of people looking to develop it.

A year after permits for apartments outnumbered new houses in Connecticut by 1,300 units, the pendulum swung in the opposite direction last year according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The more than 2,900 home permits estimated by the Census Bureau was the highest total since 2008, when municipal officials signed off on nearly 3,100 projects.

The SmartMLS multiple listing service had more than 2,500 listings for available residential lots in Connecticut, from a 19-acre waterfront spread on Greenwichs Field Point Road priced at more than $45 million to a 33-acre wooded parcel in Stonington that sold this week for less than $1 million. Many of those lots carry approvals to be subdivided for multiple homes.

Currently in Connecticut, 1,600 newly constructed homes are listed for sale on Zillow, including 200 in the past month alone and several of those already under contract. But it is not quite yet a build-it-and-sell-it bonanza large numbers more remain available that came on the market last summer and fall.

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection currently lists 1,600 home builders approved to perform new construction.

As far as who is buying, it depends on what part of the state were talking about, Jim Perras, president of the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut, said in an email. In central Connecticut, typically what we are seeing is customers in their 30s or 40s with children most are second time home buyers and residents from the area. Contrast that with the Fairfield County area, where the vast majority of new home buyers are from out of state, with many existing residents opting to remodel and build additions.

Perras said that builders are busy enough that it is squeezing out any excess capacity for speculative home construction for subsequent sale. And he said builders are getting squeezed on another front the cost of materials.

Prices for building materials have escalated sharply the past several months including for lumber, confounding builders who are purchasing supplies after locking in prices for existing projects. The Associated General Contractors of America beseeched President Joe Biden on Thursday to intercede by finding ways to increase domestic lumber production or make it easier for suppliers to import from Canada or other countries.

But todays buyers and builders have another extraordinary tool at their disposal interest rates that at 2.7 percent for a 30-year mortgage are at nearly half their level of two years ago. The Federal Reserve has indicated it will hold interest rates steady for at least the next year in an effort to boost economic activity coming out of the pandemic.

In Stonington, the agent who sold the 33-acre parcel near Lords Point indicated that activity is booming elsewhere as well, including on Masons Island at the mouth of the Mystic River.

I just sold or put under deposit about six or seven lots there, said Judi Caracausa of Market Realty in Mystic. Wonderful new construction happening there too.

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Hedge-fund billionaire David Tepper and his wife, Nicole, are on the buyers side of an off-market salethat closed Friday foras much as$73million for a never-lived-in oceanfront mansion on the North End of Palm Beach, sources have confirmed for the Palm Beach Daily News.

The price recorded late Friday afternoon with thedeed for 905 N. Ocean Blvd. was$68.385 million. Recorded prices are often lower than contract pricesbecausethe latter may include items such as real estate commissions, fees and furnishings, real estate observers say. The buyer was not identified in the preliminary information about the transaction posted on the Palm Beach County Clerks website.

The sale of the seven-bedroom, Old Florida bungalow-style house marked one of thehighest recorded prices ever paid for a property north of the Palm Beach Country Club. It also is the second-most expensive never-lived-in house ever sold in Palm Beach, property records show.

With about 19,000 square feet of living space, inside and out, the house was completed last year on a direct-beachfront lot with about 125 feet of shoreline. The house has about 12,000 square feet of interior space and was completely furnished when it sold.

Measuring a little more than an acre, the lot is the second property north of the coastal roads curve around the north end of the Palm Beach Country Club.

The Palm Beach Daily News reported last week that Tepper had put the house under contract with the sellers, real estate investor Pat Carney and his wife, Lillian, who are longtime residents. Although the exact sales price at the time wasnt known, the Wall Street Journal initially reported that roughly $73 million would change hands in the sale.

>>MORE:Billionaire Tepper has North End house under contract for $70M-plus: sources, reports

David Tepper, who owns the Carolina Panthers football team, joins a string of hedge-fund billionaires and sports franchise owners who have bought properties in Palm Beach.

With a fortune estimated by Forbes at$13 billion, Tepper, 63, is the richest NFL team owner in the country. Forbes ranked him 41st on its latest list of the wealthiest 400 U.S. billionaires and described him as arguably the greatest hedge fund manager of his generation.

Tepper founded and heads Appaloosa Management, a global hedge fund based in Miami Beach, where he and his wife have a home. The couple also has longtime ties to New Jersey.

Tepper paid a reported $2.3 billion for the Carolina Panthers in 2018, two years after he movedhis company from New Jersey to Miami-Dade County. Before founding Appaloosa Management in 1993, he directed junk-bond operations at Goldman Sachs, according to Forbes.

>>MORE: Sale recorded at $122.7M seaside spec house sets new record in Palm Beach

Pat Carney is chairman and CEO of Claremont Cos., a real estate investment, development and asset-management company based in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. The Carneys own a lakefront house in Palm Beach that they use as their primary residence, although they spend summers in Massachusetts, Pat Carneypreviously told the Daily News.

The Carneys and the Teppers could not be reached for comment.

Agent Jim McCann of Premier Estate Properties has represented Carney in a number of real estate transactions. But McCann could not be reached to confirm if he was involvedin the sale of 905N. Ocean Blvd. The Daily News also could not confirm if an agent or agency handled the buyers side of the sale.

The design of the just-completed house bought by the Teppers and a new one next door to the south, developed by a different owner stirred controversy when they were reviewed over several months by the Architectural Commission in 2018. Neighbors vigorously complained that the initial designs were too large for their lots. Both projects were scaled down considerably before the board approved them.

Pat Carney told architectural commissioners he and his wife were going to build the house as a custom home for themselves as a change from their longtime home on the lake. But they were caught off-guard by the bitter opposition to the plans, especially from their neighbors immediately to the north, real estate developer Murray Goodman and his wife, Joannie. The Goodmans told town officials they were worried the new house would encroach on their privacy.

>>MORE:How two controversial houses finally won approval in Palm Beach

In March 2016, the Carneys had paid a recorded $14.57 million for their lot, which was sliced from a 2.3-acre property sold by a revocable trust in the name of late Lorraine Friedman, who had lived there in a 1970s-era residential compound with her late husband, Jack. TheFriedmans' house and several outbuildings all with distinctive blue-tile roofs had been razed by the time the Carneys closed on the property.

In a simultaneous deal orchestrated by Pat Carney, Palm Beach resident Keith Beaty and his son, Clark, bought the other half of the old Friedman estate for $14.57 million.

I had agreed to buy the whole parcel, Carney told the Daily News at the time of the sale. Then I invited the Beatys to participate.

>>MORE: Seaside estate being split in half sells for about $30M in Palm Beach

The Beaty family has since developed a house on speculation on the lot at 901 N. Ocean Blvd.The house wasjust listed for $84 million, furnished, by agent Christopher Deitz of William Raveis South Florida.

The land owned by the Carneys, Beatys and Goodmans wasonce part of Playa Riente, an elaborate1923 estate designed by noted society architect Addison Mizner and demolished in the late 1950s by its final owner, the late Anna Dodge Dillman.

>>MORE:New seaside spec mansion gets $84M price tag, furnished, in Palm Beach

The Teppers new house was described to the Architectural Commission by its designer, Daniel Menard of LaBerge & Menard, as having cottage-y style architecture with simple windows, deep eaves supported by brackets and broad tapered columns that recall the bungalows built during Palm Beachs early days.

Pat Carney has developed and sold a number of never-lived-in homes in Palm Beach. In March 2016 he sold for nearly $43.7 million a beachfront house he developed on speculation at 1695 N. Ocean Way. The sale marked the third never-lived-in, furnished mansion developed by Carney to change hands within the previous seven months. In all, those three sales two in Palm Beach and one in nearby Manalapan totaled $108.1 million.

>>MORE:Oceanfront spec mansion developed by Carney sells for nearly $44 million

McCann then of the Corcoran Group but today at Premier Estate Properties represented him in all of those sales.

In the 2016 sale at 1695 N. Ocean Way, hedge-fund manager Ken Tropin was the behind the entity that bought the house, and he later expanded the estate by buying the oceanfront property immediately to the south. Tropin was represented by agent Suzanne Frisbie, who later left the Corcoran Group to join McCann at Premier Estate Properties.

>>FROM THE ARCHIVES:Delaware entity pays $33M for Carney's new Manalapan estate

The other two spec homes sold within the seven-month period by Carney were a waterfront house in Manalapan at 800 S. Ocean Blvd., which sold to a Delaware-registered limited liability company for $33 million in September 2015; and a lakefront house in Palm Beach at 390 N. Lake Way, which sold in December 2015 for $31.4 million. In the latter deal, broker Steve Hall of Hall Real Estate acted on behalf of the buyer, an entity linked to Bain Capital/Private Equity executive Paul Edgerley and his wife, Sandra.

The most expensive sale of a house developed on speculation in Palm Beach closed last week at 535 N. County Road. That oceanfront mansion on 2 acres set a Florida sales record when it changed hands for a recorded $122.7 million in a sale previously reported by the Palm Beach Daily News. Broker Lawrence Moens of Lawrence A. Moens Associates had the listing. The buyer, said to be financier Scott Shleifer, worked with New York City broker Ryan Serhant of the concierge-style agency Serhant in collaboration with agent Christopher Leavitt of Douglas Elliman Real Estates Palm Beach brokerage. The house had been marketed with a price tag of$140 million.

>>FROM THE ARCHIVES:Lakefront spec home built by Carney sells for $31.4 million

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Tricia Bellefeuille, who has been a real estate agent in Detroit Lakes for five years, is opening a Counselor Realty satellite office in the Cotton Lake area, on the corner of Highway 34 and County Road 29.

Bellefeuille is a graduate of the Realtor Institute, and is GRI designated. According to the National Association of Realtors, the GRI designation is "the mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation. She previously worked as an agent at The Real Estate Company of Detroit Lakes.

Bellefeuille came to real estate with her construction background. She has co-owned a custom home construction company with her husband since 1997, for which they buy and sell land and build custom homes. Also a salon owner and former stylist, Bellefeuille has used her creative skills, along with her passion for architectural and interior design, to design spec homes for the construction company.

As a business owner in the Detroit Lakes community for over 20 years, Bellefeuille says she understands the importance of building long-lasting client relationships based on trust, communication and delivery of results. For more information, visit triciabelle.counselordl.com.

Edina Realty, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate and the Midwest's largest residential real estate firm, recently announced that the following realtors from the Detroit Lakes office are being recognized for outstanding sales performance, market knowledge and customer service as members of Edina Realty's Executives, Chairman's, Master's, President's or Leadership Circles: Jill Barnby - Leadership; Carrie Wirth - Leadership.

Membership in Edina Realtys Circles places them among the top Edina Realty agents as follows: Executives Circle top 3%; Chairmans Circle top 8%; Masters Circle top 14%; Presidents Circle top 28%; and Leadership Circle top 42%.

Agents who earn membership in Edina Realtys Executives, Chairman's, Master's, Presidents or Leadership Circles exemplify our core values of honesty, integrity, commitment, innovation and community. They prioritize customer relationships, understand evolving market trends and nurture connections, said Greg Mason, Edina Realty Home Services CEO, in a press release. Edina Realty leads the market for the 21st consecutive year thanks to our hardworking and dedicated agents.

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IF clean lines and modern proportions are your thing, then Stepping Lodge could be the property for you.

Similarly, if light and airy family living is what youre after, then youll love Stepping House.

The two properties share an exclusive cul de sac plot in Heaton, just a short drive from Bolton town centre.

They are currently on the market via the luxury estate agent Savills, with a guide price of 2.3million.

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While Stepping House features a traditional brick facade, its interior centres around generously-proportioned rooms with plenty of natural light.

The space is warm and sociable, with the propertys ground floor featuring an open-plan kitchen and family room.

There is also a dining room, a morning room and a split-level sitting room with French doors that open out onto an expansive terrace.

Upstairs, the bedrooms are generously sized, including a principal bedroom that comes with a dressing room and en suite shower room.

Located to the rear of Stepping House is Stepping Lodge, a minimalists dream.This four-bedroom propertys contemporary aesthetic comes courtesy of tiled and stone floors, bi-fold doors and a cantilevered staircase.

The kitchen features Corian work surfaces and high-spec integrated appliances, while a plush home cinema room with raised seating and a surround sound system is a nod to cozy indulgence.

All bedrooms come with their own en suite bath or shower rooms, while the principal bedroom features its own roof terrace.

Outside, a two-storey detached garage building also houses a home gym.

For more information, see http://www.savills.co.uk

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By: Sebastian Morris 7:00 am on February 20, 2021

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved proposals to renovate and redevelop a portion of the McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Building. Located in the Garment District at 330 West 42nd Street, the property was originally constructed in 1931 and is considered a landmarked example of Art Deco design in the built environment.

From MDeaS Architects, the scope of work includes the replacement of ground-floor signage, a ground-floor infill, and eventual conversion of upper floors from commercial office space to condominium residences.

Keeping with the buildings Art Deco motif, the project team will install oversized, bronze signage with red accents along 42nd Street.

Along 41st Street, a ground-floor infill will replace existing garage space. The garage doors will be replaced with floor-to-ceiling glass windows with dark aluminum mullions similar to commonly observed designs in manufacturing buildings. A new tenant entry with bronze polished doors will be constructed at the corner of the property.

Rendering of existing conditions (top) and planned redevelopment (bottom) at 330 West 42nd Street MdeAS Architects

Rendering of existing conditions (top) and planned signage (bottom) along 42nd street at 330 West 42nd Street MdeAS Architects

No word yet from the design team or developer Deco Tower Associate on when work might begin or what the forthcoming residences might look like.

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J. Pickens is no stranger to home remodeling. The designer and host of HGTVs The Work Around has tackled plenty of home renovations throughout his career, and hes learned that homeowners are concerned primarily about two things: cost and style.

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Both are important factors in home improvement projects. But you shouldnt overlook another essential element when youre renovating your house: longevity. If youre going to spend the money to improve the look of your home, you want to make sure that youre paying for renovations that will stand the test of time. Luckily, Pickens had some suggestions for long-lasting home upgrades that are worth the money.

Last updated: Feb. 18, 2021

Ceiling moldings in the interior, a detail of intricate corner.

Average cost: $900 per room

A relatively easy and affordable way to upgrade your home is to install crown molding. You get a lot of bang for your buck with moldings, Pickens said. They increase the style of your room, and they last forever.

The cost to install crown molding will vary depending on the type of material you use and whether you hire a professional or do it yourself. On average, though, it costs about $900 to install crown molding in a 16- foot by 20-foot living room, according to Fixr, a website that provides cost guides and comparisons for remodeling projects. Given that the average duration of homeownership is about 13 years, the cost of adding molding to a room would break down to about $69 a year.

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Contemporary upscale home kitchen interior with cherry wood cabinets, quartz countertops, sustainable recycled linoleum floors.

Average cost: $18,600

Pickens said that an HGTV survey found one of the most popular home renovations people plan to make this year is kitchen remodels. If youre going to spend the money to update your kitchen, he recommends installing custom-made, solid-wood cabinetry. Prefabricated cabinets made of inexpensive material will last only seven or eight years before showing wear, while solid wood cabinets will remain in good condition for at least 30 years, Pickens said.

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The average cost of installing custom cabinetry in a standard-sized kitchen is about $18,600, according to Fixr. Over the course of 30 years, that breaks down to about $620 a year for this home improvement.

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retro metal cabinet knobs in the kitchen.

Average cost: $375 to $500

You can easily update the look of the cabinets and doors in your home by installing new hardware. It will add a visual appeal and make your house look unique, Pickens said. If you buy quality hardware, it should last 20 years or longer. In fact, Pickens said he has found vintage metal doorknobs and cabinet pulls that are 100 years old.

High-end cabinet handles cost about $15 to $20 a piece, and an average kitchen requires 25 handles for drawers and cabinets, according to home maintenance and repair company Mr. Handyman. So the cost of installing new, quality hardware could range from approximately $375 to $500.

Kitchen with honeycomb wall tiles and wooden worktop.

Average cost: $950

Replacing a worn or dated backsplash with one made of tile is an affordable way to improve the look of your kitchen and to better protect the space between your cabinets and countertop from water, Pickens said. And it will last at least 20 years. That will certainly stand the test of time, he said.

On average, the cost of installing a porcelain tile backsplash in a 10-foot by 10-foot kitchen is about $950 for labor and materials, according to Fixr. Over the 20 years or more it will last, its a cost of approximately $47.50 a year.

Close-up of blurred leaves with a sink, green cupboard and mirror in the background in the bathroom interior.

Average cost: $5 to $20 per square foot

The average cost to remodel a bathroom with a new tub, shower, flooring, vanity, and accessories is approximately $18,000, according to Fixr. To protect your investment from moisture, Pickens recommends installing tile throughout a bathroom or at least halfway up the walls. It will help boost the resale value of your home, and its an upgrade that will stand the test of time. Literally, it can last forever with very little maintenance, Pickens said.

On average, porcelain tile costs about $5 to $20 per square foot, according to Fixr. If you just limit tile to a shower rather than the entire bathroom, the average cost to install a 3-foot by 3-foot porcelain tile shower with three walls and an 8-foot high ceiling is approximately $1,875.

A modern contemporary classic bathroom design, furnished with a classic painted cabinet, sepia toned picture on the wall, exposed brick wall and a window, a claw foot bath tub and black and white tile pattern on the floor.

Average cost: $500 to $3,000

If you want a bathtub separate from your shower, Pickens recommends avoiding jet tubs. They are more expensive to install and dont stand the test of time because they can clog and require repairs. Instead, go traditional, he said.

A standalone soaking tub costs, on average, between approximately $500 and $3,000, according to Fixr. Pickens said you might get a better deal by purchasing a second-hand clawfoot tub and having the enamel refinished for about $150. If youre looking to make a renovation and make it last, an old classic tub is your best option, Pickens said.

tankless water heater

Average cost: $1,921

If youre renovating your home, Pickens recommends replacing your hot water heater with a tankless heater. These systems can save you money because they heat water on demand rather than keep an entire tank of water constantly heated. Plus, gas-powered tankless water heaters can last 20 years, Pickens said.

The average cost to install a tankless water heater is approximately $1,921, according to HomeAdvisor. Over the 20 years it should last, that breaks down to a cost of about $96 a year.

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Turn off the lights.

Average cost: $144 to install

Switching light switches to dimmers are a cost-efficient home improvement because they can save energy and should last 15 years or more, Pickens said. Dimmer switches cost about $5 to $15 and an average of $144 to install, according to HomeAdvisor. If a switch lasts at least 15 years, the cost is only $9.60 a year.

Modern room with mansard windows.

Average cost: $450 to $1,500

If youre looking for home remodeling ideas that dont cost a lot but add a lot of value, consider installing a skylight to brighten up a room. No one has ever walked into a house and said there is too much light in here, said Pickens. The skylight in his house provides enough natural light throughout the day, which helps reduce the usage of lights during the day.

A skylight will last as long as the house does if you maintain it, Pickens said. On average, the cost of installing a skylight ranges from approximately $450 to $1,500 depending on the style that is installed, according to Fixr.

Three new replacement windows with green trim on front of house.

Average cost: $19,000 for average-sized house

Replacing windows with energy-efficient ones can be one of the more expensive home-improvement projects, but its money well spent, Pickens said. They can increase the value of your home and lower your electricity costs.

The average cost of installing energy-efficient windows throughout a 2,450-square foot house is approximately $19,000, according to the National Association of Realtors Remodeling Impact Report. However, over the 30-plus years, these windows should last and the annual cost would be about $633.

Save on Floor Remodels

Average cost: $4,000

Youd be much better off installing wood flooring rather than carpet when remodeling a home because carpet doesnt stand the test of time, Pickens said. One glass of spilled grape juice could ruin your carpet 10 minutes after installing it. Your hardwood floors could last 100 years, Pickens said. You dont get better value than that.

The average cost of installing 200 square feet of hardwood flooring is about $4,000, according to Fixr. Engineered wood flooring that is made with plywood and a hardwood veneer cost about the same to install and can last as long. Over 100 years, the cost of installing hardwood flooring is only $40 a year. For an even more affordable option, Pickens recommends vinyl composite core flooring that replicates the look of hardwood flooring.

white plastic window on the wall lined with yellow siding.

Average cost: $6,000 to $13,000

To spruce up the look of the exterior of your home, consider installing siding. Vinyl siding is a low-cost and low-maintenance option. There also are a variety of new materials in the same price range as vinyl that will last as long at least 30 years, Pickens said.

The cost to install vinyl siding on an average two-story house ranges from approximately $6,000 to $13,000, according to DIY Network. Over the course of the 30 years, the siding will last, the $13,000 installing cost breaks down to about $433 a year.

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Average cost: $3,500 to $4,500

Insulating your house is something people try to skimp on, Pickens said. But this home upgrade can pay off because it will help cut energy costs over time. And it should last as long as your house does. On average, it costs $3,500 to $4,500 to install blown-in insulation into a 2,500 square-foot house, according to Fixr.

Backyard deck with deck chairs and a pergola on a sunny summer day.

Average cost: $7,229

Adding a deck to your home can increase its value because it can increase your living space, Pickens said. If you want a deck to stand the test of time, he recommends using composite decking materials. A well-made deck of composite materials will last you 30 years without having it restained or repainted, he said.

On average, it costs about $7,229 to install a 200- to 500-square foot deck in wood or composite materials, according to HomeAdvisor. That breaks down to about $241 a year over the course of 30 years.

An American flag flies from the open porch and gardens surround a small single family home on a Spring afternoon on Cape Cod on the Massachusetts coast.

Average cost: $13,200

If you want to create a good first impression when guests or potential buyers come to your home, invest in landscaping. Always with landscaping, its money well spent, Pickens said. And it will last forever if you maintain it well.

The cost of landscaping can vary greatly depending on the plants you choose and the size of the project. However, the average cost for landscape design and installation in an average-sized yard of 1,200 square feet is approximately $13,200, according to Fixr.

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