125 S Colonial was designed to reflect classic Scandinavian architecture with a clean, contemporary twist, making the home a refreshing contrast from the more traditional Museum District homes of the area. Embracing the increasingly popular open floor concept, the layout works intuitively with a more modern lifestyle, augmented further by the home’s proximity to Carytown. The striking cedar…
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Last weekend I was at Rockett’s Landing with some friends enjoying the perfect spring RVA weather and taking in the view of the downtown skyline when someone brought up the James River and its impact on our quality of life. Without a doubt, the James River is a treasured resource. Not only did it…
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Once we’ve formulated an offer and it’s accepted by the seller, it’s almost time to start packing. There’s still lots to do before you’ll own and can move into your new home, but we can keep you on top of that process. Here’s an idea of what must transpire between the time a seller accepts…
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The time will come when you’ve seen a few properties and you’ve decided on which best meets your criteria. You have a prequalification letter in hand from your lender, and you’re ready to make an offer. Determine an appropriate value First things first, just as when you list a property for sale we need to…
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Well, if you’re following along through our full Buyers’ Guide, then there’s been lots of talk about how we can help you find that perfect property. But let’s get into some of the specifics. Once we’ve established your criteria and know just what you’re looking for (though, we’ll urge you to keep an open mind…
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If you’ve decided that you’re ready to buy your next (or first) home, then chances are you’ve already begun to dig around online or thumb through real estate magazines to see what’s available. And I’m willing to bet that more than once you’ve tossed around the question: “Do I really need an agent?” Well, to…
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Whether you need to coordinate with the sale and closing of a current home, have a job you’re moving to and need to start right away, or just need to schedule time for moving—chances are, you want to shoot for a preferred move-in date. Because Murphy’s Law is always in effect, you’ll need to have…
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First things first—before you fall in love with that perfect home or neighborhood, it’s best to establish what’s within your budget. If there’s some flexibility available, you may want to see those perfect homes that stretch your finances a bit, but, if there’s no wiggle room, you’re best off not spending time on what you…
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