My Charlottesville BLOG

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My son sent this to me (he is 13) and I thought it was interesting…(enjoy!) http://www.footprintnetwork.org/ To find out your footprint use the following steps: 1. Ecological Footprint Column 2. Choose your footprint 3. Choose take quiz 4. Create your identity/person 5. Find out your results Posted via email from Charlottesville’s posterous number of view: [...]

Dear Charles, Now that our beautiful new home is complete and we are about to move in, we wanted to take the time to thank you for everything you have done to help make this possible. Your service has gone way beyond anything we could ever have expected, or have ever experienced, from a real [...]

This is just too funny not to share I stumbled on this definition of the word POLI-TICS and I had to add to it a little… There are 2 parts to the word The first part derived from the word : POLY a Greek prefix meaning “many” The second part : TICS – “Bloodsuckers” that attach [...]

One of the most widely recognized symbols in the world, the seven-story-tall RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Hope to see it floating above Charlottesville Real Estate soon!   Posted via email from Charlottesville’s posterous number of view: 77

Yesterday was all about showing Charlottesville Real Estate. After meeting my clients we were able to see all the homes on our list by about 5:30pm. Showing our area is always a pleasure and there are always surprises! One thing is never a surprise…. “The sun always sets” and tomorrow is another day! So here [...]

3675 BRINNINGTON RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE Home inspired by architect Frank Lloyd Wright and built by our very own Shelter Associates. With a new custom-designed kitchen by a culinary expert, 7 added windows and skylights, this spectacular home on over 4 acres is a must see. The home presents such details as heated concrete flooring, multi-level tray [...]

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 [...]

1162 FOXVALE LN, CHARLOTTESVILLE Early Occupancy Possible. Light-filled 3 BR/2.5BA colonial on elevated lot built in 2003. Interior freshly painted, brand-new carpet throughout. Handsome hardwood flooring, W/B fireplace, dual zone heat, security system, large unfinished walkout basement already plumbed. MBR features a vaulted ceiling and whirlpool tub. Great outdoor grilling potential on large back deck [...]

1733 MONET HILL, CHARLOTTESVILLE     Nearly new 4 BR/3.5 BA home in popular Montgomery Ridge just mins from NGIC, UVA and downtown Charlottesville. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Four nicely sized bedrooms, dual zone HVAC system, wonderful kitchen with high efficiency exhaust system. Recently completed basement renovation includes a great room and a [...]

Lovely attached home on a corner lot with new laminate hardwood floors in LR & DR. Eat-in kitchen has a bay window and newer vinyl tile. Half bath, hall & sunroom/office also have newer vinyl tile floors. New paint in bedrooms & new fixtures and fresh paint in the baths. The private patio space is [...]

Family time. The best of investments about 15 hours ago from TwitterBerry Just posted on ActiveRain: A Fantastic Home to see in person http://activerain.com/t/125…about 22 hours ago from ActiveRain It is a fantastic home to see in person… enjoy http://bit.ly/A7aP3about 22 hours ago from Facebook My Daughter & friends just asked me to get “How [...]

3675 BRINNINGTON RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE Home inspired by architect Frank Lloyd Wright and built by our very own Shelter Associates. With a new custom-designed kitchen by a culinary expert, 7 added windows and skylights, this spectacular home on over 4 acres is a must see. The home presents such details as heated concrete flooring, multi-level tray [...]

The Blue Ridge Home Builders Association (BRHBA) are hosting the annual PARADE of HOMES this weekend and next weekend. September 26-27 and October 3-4 (Sat and Sun) noon-5pm Admission is Free… This is a great opportunity to see the latest in building techniques in our area. You may be thinking of building or looking for [...]

When you are walking down a sidewalk do you ever wonder who else has walked there? Below is a photo of a sidewalk I took at the University of Virginia. These walkways were designed by Thomas Jefferson and built by his architects. There have been literally millions of feet on these walkways and many famous [...]

Illustration by Peter Newell from COSMOPOLITAN,  August 1898 Figures often beguile me, particularly when I have the arranging of them myself; in which case the remark attributed to Disraeli would often apply with justice and force: “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies and statistics.”- Mark Twain’s Own Autobiography: The Chapters from the [...]

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On Wednesday, September 30th you are invited to witness a part of history. For the first time, Amtrak Virginia will offer a one-seat ride along the Northeast Corridor as far south as Lynchburg and as far north as Boston. We invite you to join Governor Kaine and local officials as we welcome the new Northeast [...]

Forest Lakes is simply a great neighborhood in Charlottesville! When I am showing property to a family with children, they often ask about Forest Lakes in Charlottesville. Forest Lakes is a great community with approx. 1,400 homes. I was the Buyer’s Agent on this home Forest Lakes is located in northern Albemarle County (Charlottesville, Virginia).  It is conveniently [...]

When you are looking at homes in Virginia you will (if you know about our area) also look at Charlottesville Real Estate. There are several ways to find real estate in our area and Google is a place that many people start. A little personal history about Google. I was born in the Silicon Valley [...]

When you are looking at homes in Virginia you will (if you know about our area) also look at Charlottesville Real Estate. There are several ways to find real estate in our area and Google is a place that many people start. A little personal history about Google. I was born in the Silicon Valley [...]

   One of the premier Areas in Albemarle County is the small town of Keswick. Do not blink when you drive by or you will miss it. Starting with the grand entrance (one of the few gated) which is key accessed and guarded. You will be greeted with some of the finest estate homes around [...]

So close to the Blue Ridge you can throw a rock and hit it. Old Trail should be on your list of places to see when looking at Charlottesville Real Estate. With townhomes and single family homes in a walk-able neighborhood, Old Trail is a unique place to live. The schools are in walking distance [...]

Please Join Us! Come to our Broker Open House at our amazing new listing! Enjoy light snacks and the unique architecture. 3675 Brinnington Rd Tuesday, Sept. 22nd 11-2 PM 4 BD, 3 1/2 BA 3,756 Fin & 1,336 Unfin Sq Ft 3-Car, AttachedGarage 4.12 Acre, Private Lot Built in 1999 MLS# 469566 Offered at $1,300,000 [...]

Please Join Us! Come to our Broker Open House at our amazing new listing! Enjoy light snacks and the unique architecture. 3675 Brinnington Rd Tuesday, Sept. 22nd 11-2 PM 4 BD, 3 1/2 BA 3,756 Fin & 1,336 Unfin Sq Ft 3-Car, AttachedGarage 4.12 Acre, Private Lot Built in 1999 MLS# 469566 Offered at $1,300,000 [...]

TIME TRAVEL – A Way to LOOK BACK! If you live in any state from Alabama or Wyoming, I have a little surprise for you. Most of us either love where we live or we are at least curious about the history of our area. A look back in time would be exciting for anyone! I [...]

What about those “Langoliers”? I show a lot of rural property, land and homes in Albemarle county. There are some areas in Nelson, Fluvanna and Greene counties that are seldom on the market. Before I drive out to these properties I like to give the listing agent a call and there is one question that I always [...]

I recently had lunch with my wife and we went to a wonderful little French Restaurant with some good friends. The food was incredible and the restaurant felt like we had stepped into France! We went to the small town of Gordensville in Orange Virginia. There is a little place (of course it is a little [...]

There has been a change to our MLS data at CAAR (Charlottesville Association of REALTORS) and I for one think it is a good idea. Many agents where “duplicating” listings in our MLS to try to get better exposure. The integrity of our data was jeopardized as we may see a large for listed for [...]

Farm vs Home regarding Charlottesville Real Estate in Virginia… http://post.ly/5iQTabout 1 hour ago from Posterous      Just posted on ActiveRain: Farm vs Home regarding Charlottesville Real Estate in Virginia… http://activerain.com/t/124…about 1 hour ago from ActiveRain      Lake Monticello Homes http://post.ly/5iGJabout 2 hours ago from Posterous      What a place!: http://bit.ly/m3Aj2about 22 hours ago from Facebook [...]

There has been a change to our MLS data at CAAR (Charlottesville Association of REALTORS) and I for one think it is a good idea. Many agents where “duplicating” listings in our MLS to try to get better exposure. The integrity of our data was jeopardized as we may see a large for listed for [...]