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Smoking Can Affect a Home’s Resale Value in Fredericksburg, Va

Smoking can affect a home’s resale value in Fredericksburg, Va by an average of 20%. This could be more if buyers are nonsmokers or have young children or are extremely sensitive. Many Realtors say it’s harder to sell a home … Continue reading

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Weed Prevention in Fredericksburg, VA

Weed prevention in Fredericksburg, Va can be accomplished or at least minimized. The idea is to prevent those weeds from germinating in the first place. I used to think weeds spread just by the wind carrying seeds. Did you know … Continue reading

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Just Bought a House and I Don’t Know Anything About My HVAC!

You just bought a house and don’t know anything about your HVAC? First of all, congratulations on your home purchase. Second, did you have a home inspection? Your inspector should be able to answer any questions and should have reviewed … Continue reading

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Cheap Kitchen Renovations to Sell Your Home in Fredericksburg, Va

We know kitchens sell homes. We want that “wow” factor when we are selling our homes. Sometimes that involves spending a little money in order to make that happen. I want to show you some cheap kitchen renovations to sell  your … Continue reading

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How to Hire a Realtor in Fredericksburg, VA

    You have decided it’s time to move and you are trying to figure out how to hire a Realtor in Fredericksburg, Va to List, Price, Market, and Sell your home. Maybe you are relocating….. Maybe you are downsizing…..Maybe you are … Continue reading

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House Closings in Fredericksburg, VA

House Closings in Fredericksburg, VA are typically done at Title Companies and sometimes at an Attorney’s office. A Closing is also referred to as  Settlement. This is the time when transfer of the property takes place. Sometimes both parties (buyer … Continue reading

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Grantor’s Tax Increases in Virginia

      Real Estate Grantor’s Tax  Increases in Virginia effective July 1, 2013 in Northern Virginia (Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, Loudoun, and Prince William County) and Hampton Roads. This is the result of the Transportation Bill that … Continue reading

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Keep Your Home Safe in Fredericksburg, Va While Away

It’s important to keep your home safe in Fredericksburg, VA while away. This is the time of year most of us take vacations. We plan and look forward to getting away and don’t want to worry about our vacant homes. Summer is a … Continue reading

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What Homebuyers Are Looking For in Fredericksburg, VA

Times are changing, including what homebuyers are looking for in Fredericksburg, Va. A few years ago, it was “the bigger the house, the better”. Today, with more concern on energy costs, energy efficient appliances, windows, and homes are some of the most … Continue reading

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Before You Sell Your Home in Fredericksburg…..

      Before you Sell your home in Fredericksburg, Va, consider a fresh coat of interior paint, especially in those “not so neutral” rooms. The cost is relatively low especially if you buy Oops paint (paint mixed in the … Continue reading

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