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CAAR 2013 2nd Quarter Market Report

The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS released their 2nd quarter market report.  Compared to this time last year sales were up in Charlottesville and the surrounding counties.  The report contains lots of data and graphs, so please take a look at the market...

Mold Remediation & the Real Estate Transaction

During the last six months I've seen a few challenges to selling real estate in Central Virginia (baby copperhead snakes in the closet; after providing loan approval, lender deciding not to fund the loan on the day scheduled for closing; out of town appraisers going...

Louisa & Orange County Virginia and Other HUD Homes

Sometimes the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) takes a home when one of their loans become in default (Also known as foreclosure).  HUD then offers these homes for sale through HUD HOMESTORE.  You can visit HUD HOMESTORE and search for available homes...

2013 Louisa County, Virginia Real Estate Market Forecast

Let's take a look into the crystal ball and see what the upcoming year in real estate looks like!  Barring an outside influence like 9/11 or another earthquake,  I see the 2013 Louisa County real estate market continuing to improve with increased sales and values...

What’s Ahead for 2012

Yes it's 2012 and time to look at the year ahead.  Also, I've still got some 2012 Old Farmer's Almanacs to pass out.  If you would like an Almanac and see me around Central Virginia, please ask for one (yes, they are free to you!).  I keep getting asked what's ahead...

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Moving Recources in Central Virginia

Many of the companies listed below give discounts to James Friend Dickerson's, RE/MAX, and/or RE/MAX Assured Properties customers & clients.  Please don't hesitate to name drop when contacting these resources to see if you can get better pricing for your move!...

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Home Inspectors in Central Virginia

With new construction or  an existing home, getting a home inspection remains an important step in the home buying process.  No home is perfect and the home inspector will identify deficiencies while helping you develop seasonal maintenance plans for your new home.  A...

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Lender/Mortgage Partners in Central Virginia

Whether buying a home, farm, land or commercial property, the loan remains an important part of the process.  From 1st time homebuyers to investors owning multiple properties, being pre-approved for your loan early in the process continues to be a key step in the...

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