The Virginia Festival of the Book
It’s an online world these days, but here in Central Virginia we still love books. We still love books a lot. See us read. See us hold a book festival. See […]
Biggest bang for your buck in kitchen upgrading
“Kitchens have historically served as a gathering place for friends and family, originally because it was usually the warmest place in the house,” observes REALTOR® Janet Matthews, founder of Charlottesville […]
Area’s farms and estates market
Virginia’s diverse and vibrant economy includes substantial urban areas, but the dominant industry continues to be agriculture, which provides in excess of 300,000 jobs and adds over $50 billion annually […]
Seeing clearly with up-to-date windows
According to the National Association of Home Builders, windows are the most common building component homeowners employ to improve the energy efficiency of their home. On the other hand, Consumer […]
Get ready for the spring real estate market
Traditionally spring is the time of year when many people put their homes on the market, and buyers come out to see what is available. There are many reasons for […]
Six ways to trim your household expenses
As a homeowner, one of your challenges is figuring out ways to reduce your regular monthly bills. These continuous expenses can leave a big hole in your monthly budget, essentially […]
Positive outlook for commercial real estate market
Predictions for the 2015 commercial real estate market are encouraging. A recent report from Deloitte states, “In many ways, the commercial real estate (CRE) industry is on more solid footing […]
Built-ins add value
Built-ins—permanent installations of anything from shelving to bunk beds—can be space savers or space makers, adding convenience, value, and personality to a home. “Today’s buyers want homes that are open […]
Augusta County – views, the arts, and a strong economy
Augusta County lies west of Charlottesville on the other side of Afton Mountain. It is known for its spectacular scenery and panoramic mountain views and for its slower paced lifestyle […]
Positive steps for beating the winter blues
Let’s call the REALTOR® “Joan,” since she’d rather not use her real name. She says that after the activity and energy of the December holidays, she always felt like she’d […]