RE/MAX BRAVO | REMAX BRAVO | 540-891-8888 24 Vesta Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 3BR/3BA Single Family House offered at $170,800 Year Built 1976 Sq Footage 1,144 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 14,130 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Fireplace - Hardwood floor - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Breakfast nook - Basement - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1Photo 2Photo 3Photo 4Photo 5Photo 6 Contact info: RE/MAX BRAVO REMAX BRAVO 540-891-8888 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Oct 5, 2009, 2:57pm PDT RE/MAX BRAVO 10401 Courthouse Rd Spotsylvania, VA 22553 540-891-8884 (Phone) 540-891-8884 (Fax) http://www.fredva.com/ Licensed In The Sta... 10/05/2009

10113 Lees Crosssing Lane Fredericksburg, VA 22408 MLS #: SP7162343 $287,000 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths Sited beautifully with stunning views enjoyed all year long from within the home or from the fantastic front porch. Upon entering you are immediately embraced by a wonderful 2 story foyer leading to exquisite open living and entertaining areas. Stainless appliances, granite, warm wood floors, a gracious island offer the amenities of a gourmet kitchen. The warm and inviting sun room invites you in with its wall of windows and wooded views. Step down to the large family room and enjoy the warm fire or a glass of wine with a blockbuster movie. Perhaps a pajama party with loved ones! The owners' suite offers a vaulted ceiling and spa like owners bath, followed by 3 additional large bedrooms. T... 09/20/2009

We Buy Houses Fredericksburg Virginia and Surrounding Locations of VA.We Buy Houses - Sell Your House Fast! Do you have a home for sale that isn't selling? We are a group of Professional Home Buyers in and around Fredericksburg that buy houses. No matter the condition, location or price range we may be able to buy your houses in 1 week or less and close when you want! So how do we buy houses so fast? We have a huge list of home buyers that are looking to purchase houses in your location and in some cases can pay cash for your house. No matter the situation, we may be able to buy your Virginia house and even prevent a foreclosure. Tax lien? Behind on Payments? Vacant House? Making Two House Payments? We solve peoples real estate challenges and can often save you thousands in closing cost... 08/25/2009

 I can't say I enjoy food as much as many of my friends.  But, I do enjoy an enjoyable night of dining.  This weekend I was treated to a couple of evenings of dining at two of the area's finest establishments.  And, while I enjoy good barbeque, or a visit to Chipolte with my sons, on Friday, I had another opportunity to spend the evening at one of Fredericksburg's finest restaurants, Claiborne's.    It may be the best in fine dining to be had in the area.  Located in one of the orginal Old Town Fredericksburg's train station buildings, the restaurant's rooms allow for small parties as well as larger groups numbering more than fifty.  Whether your dining pleasure is filet mignon, chicken, fish, or something a bit more exotic, the menu won't disappoint you.  Neither will the service.  The... 08/17/2009

RE/MAX BRAVO | REMAX BRAVO | 540-891-8888 12408 Greengate Rd, Fredericksburg, VA Greenagate Rd in Fredericksburg 22407 - Walk to Central Park - Brick Rambler - Wood Floors - Walk To Central Park - Seconds to Rt 95. This Home Exudes 3BR/1.5BA Single Family House offered at $199,900 Year Built 1957 Sq Footage 1,510 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Greenagate Rd in Fredericksburg 22407 - Walk to Central Park - Brick Rambler - Wood Floors - Walk To Central Park - Seconds to Rt 95. This Home Exudes The Pride Of Ownership That A One Owner Home For the Last 30+ Years Should Convey.If You Are Tired Of Looking At Beat Up Foreclosures Or Tired Of Waiting On Banks To Make Short Sale Decisions - This Is The ... 08/09/2009

RE/MAX BRAVO | REMAX BRAVO | 540-891-8888 1109 Pickett St, Fredericksburg, VA 4BR/2.5BA Single Family House offered at $279,900 Year Built 2005 Sq Footage 2,640 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 3 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $107 per month see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Family room - Living room - Dining room - Basement ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1Photo 2Photo 3Photo 4Photo 5Photo 6 Contact info: RE/MAX BRAVO REMAX BRAVO 540-891-8888 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jul 30, 2009, 4:57am PDT RE/MAX BRAVO 10401 Courthouse Rd Spotsylvania, VA 22553 540-891-8884 (Phone) 540-891-8884 (Fax) http://www.fredva.com/ Licensed In The State Of VA 07/30/2009

George Washington's Ferry Farm George Washington actually grew up right here in Fredericksburg (from 1738-1752, ages 6-19)  It is said that this is the place where the stories of the cherry tree and of the silver dollar (really a stone) thrown across the Rappahannock River took place It was also an important part of where the Union lines were, during the Battle of Fredericksburg.  Recentely, Archaeologists recovered the remains of the Washington's house. A National Historic Landmark, Ferry Farm includes a visitor center with exhibits and a self-guiding walking tour of the property. Rt. 3 East in southern Stafford CountyAcross the river from Fredericksburg(540) 370-0732 Admission Information General Admission - $5.00Students (age 17+) and Individuals (age 6 to 17) - $3.00Children under 6... 07/24/2009

RE/MAX BRAVO | REMAX BRAVO | 540-891-8888 616 Truslow Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 3BR/1.5BA Single Family House offered at $119,900 Year Built 1965 Sq Footage 950 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $0 per month see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES • Central A/C • Family room • Bonus/Rec room • Basement • Balcony, Deck, or Patio • Yard ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1Photo 2Photo 3Photo 4Photo 5Photo 6 Contact info: RE/MAX BRAVO REMAX BRAVO 540-891-8888 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jul 24, 2009, 4:07am PDT RE/MAX BRAVO 10401 Courthouse Rd Spotsylvania, VA 22553 540-891-8884 (Phone) 540-891-8884 (Fax) http://www.fredva.com/ Licensed In The State Of VA 07/24/2009

These Fredericksburg first time home buyers didn't start looking in Fredericksburg.  This great looking family started their home search in Western Prince William County and Fauquier County.  However, these first time buyers found their dream home just 1 mile inside the Stafford County line from Fauquier County. It's rare these days for first time buyers to find regular sales, but these first time buyers did.  They found a home with a an acre of land, four bedrooms, a gorgeous kitchen, large family room, formal living and dining rooms, a sunroom/craft room, and attached in-law suite.  Their detached garage has a putt-putt course and a two story rock climbing wall!  And their twins will enjoy their playhouse.  All this for a very reasonable mid-$200's price and having their closing costs... 07/17/2009

Life is full of events that flag certain milestones in life.  These milestones come in different forms, be they job related, academic, social, emotional, or another.  Significant achievements often designate what we might call a "rite of passage".  A sort of coming into our own.  Well, many who found themselves in Fredericksburg this past weekend, may have witnessed just such an event in the life of our City.   What was the big event?  The opening of  Fredericksburg's very own Wegmans supermarket.   But, as anyone whose been inside a Wegmans can tell you, it is anything but your father's neighborhood grocery store. While Wegmans has some seventy stores, they're exclusively in the Northeastern U.S.  Many shoppers outside of this area have never heard of Wegmans, much less stepped inside ... 06/25/2009

    As an old friend used to remind us, "We all going to make a little bit money, but none of us is going to get any more time."  Wasting time is something none of us can afford to do (well, at least I can't).  But, it seems that no matter how hard we try, it's "built into the system".  In other words, it's just part of life.  Many of the processes we're involved in are controlled by others.  We don't control all the moving parts, the timing, the content, or, the logistics of getting to the finished product.  But, what if we could find a way to make things "better, faster, cheaper", would we? Callaborative platforms or software allows us to do just that.  Collaborative management tools  like videoconferencing, online chats, instant messaging, application sharing, Wikis, and many others,... 06/11/2009

Balancing a budget is one task that most public officials seldom look forward to.  It requires making choices.  Often, tough choices.  As reported in the weekend's Free Lance Star, Fredericksburg's recent budget proposal by the City Council indicates the real estate tax rate for the city will increase from 56 cents to 70.5 cents per $100 of value next year.  If the proposal is successful, that would mean the tax on property valued at $100,000 would be $705 dollars instead of the previous rate's tax yield of $560.  While that appears to be a sharp increase in what property owners will pay in real estate taxes, that's not the entire story.   Real estate tax rates normally fluctuate depending upon the variance or change in the assessed value of real estate in the county/city.  What is asse... 05/04/2009

  So, you're looking at a home you're considering purchasing, and you've found a couple of cracks in the home's foundation.   While we might think this is the exception, it is often the case.  We've found a perfectly good home, but we have questions about the integrity of the cement foundation.  Frequently, the cracks are small, but, every now and then, the cracks are much bigger.  Which foundation cracks pose a problem?  All of them?  Any of them? First, concrete cracks sooner or later.  Yes, all concrete cracks.  Many cracks are too small to see without the aid of good light and close proximity.    However, in most cases, for cracks in excess of 1/4 inch, further investigation is probably warranted.  A good source for expert advice is either a home builder/contractor, or, more specifi... 04/29/2009

  Locating pertinent information on loans, and specifically, home loans, is an exercise every home buyer attempts in preparing to buy a home.  For military personnel and veterans, a Veterans Administration (VA) loan is often the vehicle of choice.  But, is it the best choice for Vets?  The folks at VAMortgageCenter.com do an excellent job of providing veterans with the information they need to make an informed decision about VA loans and their value.  As a matter of fact, they've provided me with a brief article outlining the benefits of the loans.  Using accurate, factual data is vital to making an informed decision.  And, that's what the article below provides:  Whether you're getting back from deployment and you're ready to make that move from the barracks to homeownership, a little ... 04/22/2009

I am driving down the road, and for whatever reason, I missed your call. Maybe I was on the phone, maybe I was in Starbucks, or maybe I just had the music turned way up. Whatever. But if I see a missed call, you can bet I'll hit redial and buzz you back. I want to help you right away. But what I don't generally do is call my voice mail while I am driving. In my opinion it is just not worth the risk to myself and other drivers for me to try and drive and write your number down while I am driving. I mean, I can barely read my writing when I have written while it sitting at my desk. But back to my point; I will hit redial and call you right back. But that only works if you have called me from your cell phone, and the call goes directly to you. If you called me from your office phone, and w... 04/15/2009

If you are looking for a fun way to celebrate Earth Day, plan to spend it at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg.  Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul, & Mary fame will be performing there at 7 p.m. on April 22.  Simply bring a blanket so you'll have a place to sit. Did I mention this is FREE? Can you think of a better way to enjoy Earth Day than by listening to some great songs from the 1960s.  Hopefully Paul will play some of the groups best known hits such as "Early Mornin' Rain" and "Leaving on a Jet Plane". I cannot wait to share this news with my 15 year old grandson. He has discovered a passion for the guitar and to our joy has developed a real talent for it.  Reese loves many of the songs, and groups, from the 1960s and 70s.  Do you know someone that would like to travel... 04/14/2009

. . . since I logged in to blog.  Quite a while.  More than a year, as a matter of fact.  I guess it's easy to do if you don't put yourself on a schedule.  A lot of things have changed in that time - guess I now have plenty of things to write about.    First things first.  My main concentration is now commercial real estate with Sperry Van Ness.  It's been a very steep learning curve.  Fortunately, I've had a great mentor who keeps me on my toes.  One advantage that I've brought over from residential real estate is my willingness to think outside the box.  Don't get me wrong, there are quite a few commercial agents willing to think out of the box.  However, there aren't as many who will go searching for the tools that help get them out of the box. I can also help out my better half with... 04/13/2009

    "Doubtless  one man's loss is another man's gain." Walter Scott, 1821 Yesterday's New York Times  featured an article on the influx of first time homebuyer's who've taken advantage of the current real estate market, which is flush with foreclosured homes for sale.  Of course, "foreclosure property" normally means a home priced at a bargain.  The article highlighted a few bright spots in the evolving housing market: 1)  Many families, who previously rented, are now finding bargain prices coupled with rock bottom interest rates, resulting in increased purchases. 2)  The addition of the first time homebuyers tax credit of $8000.00, coupled with bank incentives (like closing cost assistance for buyers) on listed foreclosed homes has encouraged many to purchase a home for the first time.... 04/04/2009

Just a quick note to my AR pals to say I've moved to Exit Real Estate Professionals here in Fredericksburg!  I'll miss my pals at my old office in King George, but I'm much happier about the drive. Anyway, I have a new website at http://raynelson.exit-fredericksburg.com/ and a new blog at http://raynelsonrealestate.wordpress.com/.  Check them out, and feel free to congratulate me!  I'm super excited! Seriously though, I feel like this office has the few missing ingredients in my real estate stew.  It is almost perfect, but the tools that Exit provides are above and beyond the industry norm.  I think its a good marriage, and may have some buyers getting ready to climb off the fence!  Let's all look forward to a wonderful spring market. 03/04/2009

    Life is full of regrets.  However, my years in uniform aren't one of them. Military health care has taken its share of criticism over the years, but, it has always been there when needed.  Unexpected hospital visits have been challenging to say the least.  Like most families, every now and then, someone in the family has a minor emergency (you know, cut, scrape, broken ankle....skateboard mishap) that requires immediate medical attention.  Often, these occur after normal business hours, or more often than not, on a weekend.  Unfortunately, as a military retiree, we don't have the option of the base hospital/clinic to turn to any longer.  So, for emergencies, until recently, the closest local hospital was the only local hospital, Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg. Friday mor... 03/01/2009