03-07-2008, 06:00 AM
Preface: I really must say that I am having a huge problem with the rampant "taking of others' inventory" that is going on in this forum lately. Geesh. How about walking a mile in another's moccasins for Buddha's sake?
Jay, Point taken about use of materials that don't degrade quickly. I hate throwing stuff, especially lots of stuff and poisonous stuff, away. And using materials that are biodegradable is also a plus. Good point. I will re-think my canvas yurt plan for Maui. I was hoping for a less than permanent, perhaps, no permit needed structure, though. A cabin usually precludes a round structure, too. Round structures are so charming...and more expensive to build--at least more difficult to build.
The yurt I originally fell in love with was a plain white canvas yurt anyhow. I love how the sun lights it up inside. This wouldn't last long in a rainy climate, though.
Yurt Girl, My tipi is, I guess, a plains tipi style made by folks in Marin out of canvas sailcloth. I like it white so I don't let it stay out in the winter.
I just spoke with Pacific Yurts in Oregon and they say that only personal loans are available for financing their yurts. Also they warranty their heavy duty top for 15 years, have been in business for 17 years and haven't had to replace one yet. Here is their number: 800-944-0240 if you'd like to ask them questions.
What is wrong with self-financing the property for a re-sale? This can be a nice return on your money--usually a higher percentage than you can get elsewhere these days.
I am really glad that this subject came up. Jay, you have brought up issues that I hadn't addressed.
april
Jay, Point taken about use of materials that don't degrade quickly. I hate throwing stuff, especially lots of stuff and poisonous stuff, away. And using materials that are biodegradable is also a plus. Good point. I will re-think my canvas yurt plan for Maui. I was hoping for a less than permanent, perhaps, no permit needed structure, though. A cabin usually precludes a round structure, too. Round structures are so charming...and more expensive to build--at least more difficult to build.
The yurt I originally fell in love with was a plain white canvas yurt anyhow. I love how the sun lights it up inside. This wouldn't last long in a rainy climate, though.
Yurt Girl, My tipi is, I guess, a plains tipi style made by folks in Marin out of canvas sailcloth. I like it white so I don't let it stay out in the winter.
I just spoke with Pacific Yurts in Oregon and they say that only personal loans are available for financing their yurts. Also they warranty their heavy duty top for 15 years, have been in business for 17 years and haven't had to replace one yet. Here is their number: 800-944-0240 if you'd like to ask them questions.
What is wrong with self-financing the property for a re-sale? This can be a nice return on your money--usually a higher percentage than you can get elsewhere these days.
I am really glad that this subject came up. Jay, you have brought up issues that I hadn't addressed.
april
april