Getting ready for back to school and seeing the college kids back in town, almost makes it feel like a brand new year! At least a brand new school year. So while you’re starting to think about warm cider, the smell of your winter blankets coming out of the cedar chest, there are things yo
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09/08/2015
Yes, it’s been 90 degrees in Richmond this week, but it’s still September and it’s time to start thinking about Fall and Winter Home Maintenance. This infographic from eReplacementParts.com gives great tips, tricks and advice on how to prep your yard for the upcoming season!
09/03/2015
College is just starting to get underway for the Fall Semester. Not only are tuition rates rising, but so is room and board! Buying a rental property during your child’s college years can not only replenish your college fund, it can be a smart retirement move and tax strategy. Buyin
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08/31/2015
Labor Day is almost upon us and the beautiful fall weather will be here before we know it! Celebrate how beautiful Richmond is this time of year and get out to a local festival! Here's what's happening throughout September.Sundays in the ShadeEvery Sunday through September 27th1 – 4 pmFreeJames
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08/28/2015
The national rent average has steadily increased with demand and not just in U.S. major cities. These increases aren’t in pace with the average renters’ incomes, meaning that a higher percentage of their income is allotted to housing. In addition to this financial pressure, there are more
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08/27/2015
Condos come in all shapes and sizes, the same as the variety of people who chose to live in them. There are high-rise, low-rise, freestanding, condos above storefronts, townhome style, brand new or converted. These days there are lots of reasons to opt for condominium living over traditio
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08/25/2015
New Kent is one of the best places in Virginia to live a relaxed, easy lifestyle while still having plenty to do. Home to horse races, golf courses and many of the best wineries the state has to offer. It’s located between Richmond and Williamsburg so you can have weekend fun in the city, or a
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08/21/2015
Preparing for change is always exciting. You’re moving, you’ve finally put your house on the market and you've started to imagine all the possibilities to come. After you’ve hired the realtor, hung the sign and had an open house, you’re exhilarated. Then the worst happens; nothing. Then weeks
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08/13/2015
There’s one thing that’s 'the worst' no matter what the subject: unforeseen expenses. That being said, a general rule of thumb for saving for home repairs is about 1% of the purchase price of your home. If you spent $250,000 on your home, it’s suggested that $2,500 be put aside annually for
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08/11/2015
As realtors, we are held to the task of handling one of the biggest investments our clients will make in a lifetime. We constantly strive to give them the best of our services and it brings us a sense of fulfillment when we are able to achieve what we set out to do. We recently received a letter
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08/10/2015
