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Appraisals Remain Big Hurdle, Agents Say

It’s human nature to sometimes want to “shoot the messenger”……. I have had 2 deals in the past 6 months where the home did not appraise…. my first in over 25 years in the business….. however I was able to … Continue reading

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Falling Foreclosures Pushing Up Home Prices

There are many indicators that things are looking up.  Inventories are smaller, days on market are less and there are fewer foreclosures. Falling Foreclosures Pushing Up Home Prices.

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A “Green” alternative to a stone countertop.

Trinity Countertops or recycled glass countertops are becoming more popular in the Charlottesville area. The variety of colors and the fact that it is sustainable makes it a good choice.

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How to stage your patio area

Whether you are staging inside or out… you want to make the area inviting, welcoming, exciting…. so that you hear the buyer say…”I could live here.” Watch this video and see out candles, dishware, pillows and plants on a patio … Continue reading

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Monday’s Market Snapshot

                                         For the Charlottesville area                                          October  24th — 31st                                 Under Contract                 Median Price     Days on Market                Albemarle                         21                             249,000                          154                                         Charlottesille                     4                              394,000                           103                                                         Greene                                1                              373,365                             0                              Fluvanna                              … Continue reading

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Going Green and what you can do….on a budget.

Want to save the environment, but can’t afford costly solar panels? Are you eager to cut down on energy costs, but leery about putting a wind turbine in your backyard? Don’t worry. There are plenty of easy and affordable ways … Continue reading

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Why Do I Need an Agent when I Have the Internet?

Why Do I Need an Agent when I Have the Internet? While more buyers now use the Internet to gain access to listings, or available properties for sale, it is still a good idea to use an agent. The agent … Continue reading

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Where Will Baby Boomers Move?

Share This Article   In 2009, Del Webb, a division of Pulte Homes, continued its ground-breaking 1996 study of Baby Boomers and their attitudes when it comes to where and how they want to live in retirement. In 1996, the … Continue reading

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Financial Reasons to Buy

There are a number of personal and emotional reasons to buy a home. But there are also some strong financial reasons to make the investment. Here are just a few of those reasons: Increase Net Worth: Few things have a … Continue reading

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Easy and Affordable Green Home Makeovers | Live Green | Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate

Easy and Affordable Green Home Makeovers | Live Green | Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate.

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