Monthly Archives: July 2012

Central Virginia Weekend Events 7/27-29/2012

Posted on July 27, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

Since we’re having a heat wave in Central Virginia, the snow woman should help you think cool thoughts! It’s Agricultural Fair time in Central Virginia.  This weekend we’ve got the Orange County Fair at Montpellier with the Louisa and  Albemarle … Continue reading →

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RE/MAX Assured Properties continues as the top real estate firm in Charlottesville, Virginia

Posted on July 25, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

Click here to view the new NBC 29 TV ad RE/MAX Assured Properties TV Ad . The ad touts RE/MAX Assured Properties continued status as the top real estate firm in Charlottesville, Virginia and surrounding counties.  Look for the aid during the 2012 Summer Olympics. … Continue reading →

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Have you shocked your well lately?

Posted on July 21, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

Do you live in the country with a well?  Initially your well was probably “shocked” with bleach to kill any bacteria in the system and prior to the initial water testing.  Often on a re-sale of a home in Virginia, … Continue reading →

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Central Virginia Weekend Events for 7/19-22/2012

Posted on July 19, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

We got a long weekend with the Mineral Bluegrass Festival running Thursday through Saturday.  Head over to the Palmyra Volunteer Fire Company Saturday for Little Firefighter Day from 10 AM to 1 PM.  Also on Saturday from 10 AM to 4 … Continue reading →

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Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS 2nd Quarter 2012 Market Report Released

Posted on July 17, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

People keep asking how’s the real estate market and I keep replying, INTERESTING!  With the release of the Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS 2nd Quarter 2012 Market Report, we’ve got a bit more data to review.  Please click on the … Continue reading →

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Attic Pull Down Stair Insulation

Posted on July 15, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

During this week’s Sustainability Training for Accredited Real Estate Professionals (S.T.A.R.) course I learned a lot of interesting energy saving and “Green” building and remodeling techniques.  One of the coolest (no pun intended) featured a zippered insulation blanket for pull … Continue reading →

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“GREEN” Building and Remodeling in Central, Virginia

Posted on July 13, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

This week I’m exploring “Green” building and remodeling partially through a Sustainable Training for Accredited Real Estate Professionals (S.T.A.R.) class  taught by Earth Advantage and sponsored by Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP).  I’m finding some great resources to share with … Continue reading →

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Central Virginia Weekend Events for 7/13-15/2012

Posted on July 12, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

Welcome to the weekend!  I’m not sure what you’ve got planned but I’m sure we’re going to spend some time with our new granddaughter.  I’ve also got grass to cut, some chores around the house and a few real estate … Continue reading →

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Check Out Charlottesville, Virginia Restaurant Week for July 2012

Posted on July 9, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

Charlottesville, Virginia and the surrounding counties remains chock full of many great restaurants featuring simple food to exquisite treats using local farm products and cuisine from around the world, like one of my new favorites the Balkan Bistro & Bar.  Sadly, … Continue reading →

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Central Virginia Weekend Events7/6-8/2012

Posted on July 6, 2012 by James Friend Dickerson

We’re having another hot weekend in Central Virginia (lost power at Kamp Karen from last Friday to late Tuesday night/early Wednesday morning), so we’re going to be taking it easy!  I need some blackberries and something has been eating my … Continue reading →

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