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Turn on the radio, or any cable news show, pick up the paper, and you will see headlines about the current real estate market. Is it rebounding? What does the foreclosure mess mean for those trying to buy or sell a home? The scenarios go on and on. It can leave you wondering when will be the righ...
10/16/2010
If you have ever had the chance to visit Smith Mountain Lake, then you know the wonderful things you can do here! From boating, to golf, and everything in between, you can find something fun to do. Everyone has a favorite season on the lake. But with the leaves turning vibrant shades of red and g...
10/13/2010
In 2009, foreclosures totaled over 2.8 million homes. In 2010, the predicted numbers are even higher; close to 3 million homeowners may face foreclosure. So what does that mean for the people who lost their homes due to the downturn in the economy? One of the valid questions is, "How long before ...
09/30/2010
Many people own a second home, a place to get away from all the daily stresses of life. There are many families who own such a home in Smith Mountain Lake, but they aren't the first to be drawn to this part of Virginia. While most people know about Monticello, not everyone is familiar with Poplar...
09/29/2010
If your home has been on the market for more than a few months, it may be time to see if you need a little "facelift". Fall can be a great time to increase your home's curb appeal without spending a lot of money. Making your home stand out above the rest can help your Smith Mountain Lake home spo...
09/25/2010
It is that time of year again! The Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival 2010 is finally here! This event is one of the most popular with visitors, so if you have been looking for a great excuse to get away to Smith Mountain Lake, this is it! Wineries come from all over the state of Virginia to offer...
09/22/2010
There is a new restaurant on Smith Mountain Lake, offering a new kind of dining experience; tapas-style dining. The Small Plates Restaurant offers small plates with BIG taste in Huddleston, VA. Located in Sportsman Marina, the restaurant opened on Memorial Day, and is going strong.Tapas-style din...
09/15/2010
If you have ever had the chance to visit Smith Mountain Lake, you know why it is called the "Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains." There are some beautiful luxury waterfront homes along the shore. If you have always wondered what they are like inside, you will soon have the chance to see some of th...
09/13/2010
Seventy five years ago, as part of Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal efforts to create jobs, construction on the Blue Ridge Parkway began. Completed in 1983, this has become one of "America's Favorite Drives." Connecting the Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, driving...
08/31/2010
A lot of people are trying to decide what they are going to do for retirement. With the current housing market, and whispers of a second dip in the economy, it can be a difficult decision about where to live out your golden years. Is it time to purchase a retirement home on Smith Mountain Lake? W...
08/28/2010
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