I am moving in a couple of years and I am researching different neighborhoods. I have used GreatSchools.net for school ratings and info. Now I need a site that will tell me what the neighborhoods in each city are like. The areas I am considering are: Ashburn, VA Woodbridge, VA Manassas, VA Virginia … [Read more...]

It looks like resolutions are becoming passe these days - so why not just have wishes? With a new president coming into office in a few weeks, I wish that this country will find hope again and feel confident in the premise that "Anything is Possible in America." Looking back at 2008, I can say that … [Read more...]

  Happy New Year 2009! I just wanted to wish all my friends and family a Happy New Year! May the joys of the coming year be ten-times your expectations! Many have had a hard time during 2008 and the good thing about 2008 is that is is behind us. We can now look forward to a wonderful and … [Read more...]

Being a bit of a computer geek I often look on the web at others sites and see things that are not accurate (actually sometimes mis-leading). Today I was looking at a local agents site and the listing said "Just Listed" as the status. Well I have seen this home on the market awhile so I thought I … [Read more...]

My good friend in Northern Virginia, Cindy Jones wrote this great post about how long it takes to Market a new listing (see below) I find that getting the home ready is the largest obstacle. Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 … [Read more...]

35 Cypress Circle, Barboursville, Virginia Sorry no showing until Dec 31st! But take a look at this information: priced at almost 100 a sf and built in 2001 on 1.24 acres! Are you looking for the perfect home near NGIC? The owners had this home enlarged on both levels from the original builder … [Read more...]

I recently recieved an email inviting me to yet another networking site.... Real Estate Open Networkers Seems I get an invite to join a new network every week. I have a couple questions..... How Much is too much? Are agents spending more time on Blog and Networking sites (to try to generate … [Read more...]

We have all seen it! The "Christmas Rush"! Well when it comes to Real Estate in Charlottesville, usually things slow down during Christmas! This year is a little different! The Charlottesville Real Estate Group has been very busy the last couple of weeks. We are not sure exactly what is bringing … [Read more...]

I mailed a letter from New York to Internet Payment Solutions, Inc. 2020 Avon Court, Suite 25 Charlottesville, VA 22902 USA. I was wondering how long it will take to get there. Can anyone help me please. Thanks so much Original post by Charles McDonald / Your Trusted Broker for Charlottesville … [Read more...]

This is one of the few photos that I have of me as a child. It sits on my piano next to pictures of my children. It is hard to believe that I was once this young. Time is so fast when you are not thinking about it. I hope that you all enjoy your time together and a very Merry Christmas to … [Read more...]