Monthly Archives: September 2010

James, I want to buy land and build a home. Where do I start?

Great question!  I get this question often and thought putting a blog post together would be helpful.   Evaluating and buying land remains a process.  Where to start (sort of like which came first the chicken or the egg!)?  Do you … Continue reading

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Reaching around the globe from Charlottesville, Virginia w/ RE/MAX International to help you!

Are you moving and need to find a home or perhaps you inherited real estate in another state or country and need to sell?  RE/MAX remains the largest international real estate firm with offices across the globe.  This great network of … Continue reading

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Eye Surgury-Blessing

Some have asked about my eye surgery.  In the fall of 2007 doctors in Charlottesville, Virginia discovered my vision had deteriorated to the point where glasses/contacts could not correct the challenge. The laser specialists found parts of the eye to be … Continue reading

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Humpback Rocks Visitors Center

Are you like us and skipping Foxfield this year? Looking for an afternoon fun event?  Consider traveling down the back roads with us for Bluegrass Music at the Humpback Rocks visitor center (mile post 5.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway ).  It’s a free … Continue reading

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Fluvanna/Louisa Housing Foundation

Looking to buy or rent a home in Louisa or Fluvanna County, Virginia?  I just discovered The Fluvanna/Louisa Housing Foundation today and the Foundation may be able to help.  Check out their brochure for information on the Housing Choice Voucher … Continue reading

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Home, Farm or Land Search

Looking for a home, farm or land in today’s market?  Start your search here!  The Home Buyers Scouting Report (HBSR) offers the buyer many great features including mapping (create a map to homes of interest from your current home or … Continue reading

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HOUSE $ New Season

Yes, it’s time for another season of HOUSE $ on Charlottesville Public Access TV (serving Charlottesville and surrounding counties via cable TV)!  House $ will be airing at 6:00 PM Tuesday evening and rotated through other open slots.  HOUSE $ … Continue reading

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Is Being a Landlord in Your Furture?

With Dominion Virginia Power moving forward on the third reactor at North Anna Power Station in Louisa County, Virginia on Lake Anna, we’ve got lots of great homes for sale that would make solid rentals for the next construction phase.  Looking … Continue reading

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Safe Rooms

Renovating or building a new home?  Have you considered adding a safe room?  I’ve seen several homes (across price points) in Central Virginia with safe rooms recently.  Check out the Wall Street Journal article and consider the options!  If you’re … Continue reading

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Real Estate Search Tool

Are you thinking about a new home, farm or land?  If so, The Home Buyers Scouting Report (HBSR) provides a great tool for your search.  The program is personalized to meet your needs.  You receive e-mail updates (multiple e-mail accounts … Continue reading

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