There are so many wonderful things to enjoy about Charlottesville, Virginia. The town and the surrounding Albemarle County enjoys scenic beauty, a rich historic legacy, many delicious restaurants, art galleries, theater, and many outdoor activities. Recently the CAAR Real Estate Weekly compiled a list of the top 50 best things about Charlottesville. This list provides a great starting place for visitors and people who are newly relocated to the area to find great places to visit and things to do. If you have a favorite that has been left off the list please share it with us.
Central Virginia Market Reports – October 2008
As a REALTOR the question that I am asked most often is "what is happening in the real estate market"? This post will provide you with links to the October market reports for the areas around Charlottesville, Virginia.
Albemarle County, Virginia October Market Report
Charlottesville, Virginia October Market Report
Charlottesville, Albemarle Condos and Townhomes October market Report
Fluvanna County October Market Report
Louisa County October Market Report
What Not To Do When Selling Your Charlottesville, Virginia Home
We all have heard how hard it is to sell a home in the current real estate market. I have spoken a lot about what sellers need to do in order to ensure that their Charlottesville, Virginia home or a Charlottesville horse farm is the one that buyers will pick over all of the others that are on the market. Sometimes it is just as important to know what not to do when selling your Central Virginia home as it is to know what to do.
My friend Bill Gassett – Metrowest Massachusetts Real Estate just posted an excellent blog on the Top Ten Mistakes To Avoid When Selling Your Massachusetts Home . This post applys equally well to selling a home in Charlottesville, Virginia or any other section of the country for that matter.
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Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
For more information on Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia events and real estate visit my other blog at Charlottesville Real Estate Talk .
Dreaming of Owning a Small Farm Business?
If you are considering purchasing a Central Virginia small farm as a business or are considering a new commercial venture for your existing Charlottesville farm, you may be interested in a forum where you can receive some advice and information to aid in your decision. Many people who own small horse farms in Albemarle County are looking for an additional source of revenue, to help support their "horse habit". Exploring the Small Farm Dream – Is Starting an Agricultural Business Right For YOU is a four session seminar designed to help you review your dreams of a small farm business and to help you determine the steps that you need to take to make it happen.
The format will include exercises, discussion and interviews with experts. The sessions are perfect for perople exploring a new career, novice farmers, and more experienced farmers who are considering a move into a new niche.
The course will consis of four Thursday evening sessions starting on November 6 and running through December 6. It will be held at the Airlie Center in Warrenton, VA. For information contact Pablo Elliot at [email protected] or call 540 347-1300 ext 3163.
Read an article on the seminar from the Fauquier Times.
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Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
For more information on Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia issues, events and real estate visit my other blog at Charlottesville Horse Farms and Country Homes.
Farming Is Alive And Well In Fluvanna
Are you considering relocating to a Central Virginia horse farm? Fluvanna County might be a good choice for a locality to search. Although we have seen a lot of growth in the county, Fluvanna still has an active agricultural community and rural lifestyle. According to The Central Virginian farming contributes over $6.2 million to the area economy per year.
Of the over 250 farms in Fluvanna County the largest number raise beef cattle. Corn, Soybean, wheat and hay production are also important products grown on area farms. Another agricultural industry is forestry, with hardwoods comprising the largest segment. Of course, lets not forget the Fluvanna horse farms. There are many farms in Fluvanna County that are perfect for horses and are located close to fox hunting and horse shows.
It is important to keep the balance between growth and the rural and agricultural heritage of Fluvanna County. There are local groups that are working to protect the county farms via conservation easements and Agricultural Districts.
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Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
For more information on Charlottesville and Central Virginia and the local real estate market visit my other blog at Charlottesville Real Estate Talk.
Going Green – What is A Geothermal Heatpump?
When you are building green home or making your existing home more eco-friendly, one of the things to consider is what kind of heating system to use. One system to look into is the geothermal heatpump. This is a very efficient method of heating that has a lower impact on the environment than conventional systems.
The geothermal system uses the earth as a heat source, by extracting heat from the ground via water circulating in a closed pipe. The pipe is located either in a trench or a well. The geothermal heat pump is more efficient that a regular heat pump, because the ground temperature stays constant. Therefore the geothermal pump is pumping the heat through a smaller temperature difference that the regular heat pump which is pumping the heat from the cold air. The GHP ends up using 25-30% less energy. Therefore although they do have a higher installation cost, over time you will save money. By installing a goethermal heat pump, not only will you be conserving energy, but you will also be making a good investment.
Charlottesville has many green built homes and Energy Star homes on the market. There are also several things that you can do with your existing home to make it more environmentally friendly and lower your energy bill at the same time.
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Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
For more information on Central Virginia and the Charlottesville Real Estate Market visit my other blog at Charlottesville Real Estate Talk.
Public Elementary Schools in Albemarle County
When I am showing Albemarle County homes to familys who are new to the area, one of the first questions that they usually ask is "what are the schools like". It is often a good idea for buyers to study the data on the various school districts so that we can target our home search to the school district that they feel will be the best fit for their children.
The following link will take you to a post with links for the Albemarle public elementary schools.
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Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
For more Charlottesville, Virginia real estate information visit my other blog at Charlottesville Real Estate Talk.
More Acclaim For Keswick
Keswick, Virginia located just east of Charlottesville, Virginia was cited in the New York Times today, October 24, as a scenic haven. The article Pastoral Landscapes And Upscale Retreats by Stephen Wells, which was printed in the Great Homes and Destinations section, describes the allure of life on a Keswick horse farm and also in the gated communities of Glenmore and Keswick Estates. According to Mr. Wells it is the "image of upscale rural America that best defines Keswick and its surrounding communities". Read the article for the full story.
Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
Visit my website Jump into Greener Pastures or read my blogs Charlottesville Real Estate Talk and Charlottesville Horse Farms and Country Homes.
Let’s Go Racing
Are you looking for something fun to do on a perfect fall day? Attending an exciting steeplechase race meet is the perfect choice!
The Montpelier Races held on November 1 will offer the opportunity to see some of the best steeplechase horses in the country. This is an exciting event with both flat and jump racing. The setting couldn't be more beautiful, watching the magnificent thoroughbred horses race against the backdrop of the historic Montpelier estate, home of James Madison.
The races are a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a fall day in the scenic Virginia countryside. Bring a tailgate and enjoy spending time with friends and family.
Post time for the first race is 12:30 pm. For information call 540 672-0027 or visit the Montpelier website.
Montpelier is located outside of Orange, Virginia inthe Central Virginia horse country and an easy drive from Charlottesville.
Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
Visit my website Jump into Greener Pastures or read my blogs Charlottesville Real Estate Talk and Charlottesville Horse Farms and Country Homes.
Should I Invest In a Foreclosed Property?
We have been reading about the increasing number of foreclosures all across the country, and while Charlottesville, Virginia has not been hit as hard as many areas, it is no exception to this growing trend. You may be thinking that the purchase of a foreclosure would be a good investment opportunity. Before making that step it is important to understand the foreclosure process and to realize what is the best stage in that process in which to time your investment.
There is a good article by Glen Beck titled Not All Foreclosures Are Created Equal in todays Realty Times. This article explains what is involved in investing in foreclosures in the various stages of the foreclosure cycle. According to Mr. Beck:
"By far the best, easiest, safest, and most lucrative way to buy foreclosure properties at this time in the cycle is to be buying at the third and final stage of the process, that being bank owned properties (REO's) after the auction is over. Because of the huge volume of foreclosures now on the market at record levels, the huge number that will be coming in over the next 12-18 months, banks are lowering their prices daily just to move the inventory."
In addition Mr. Beck states that "As an investor and licensed realtor that has bought homes in all stages of the foreclosure process, for myself and amy investors and clients, I am directing my clients to take full advantage of what could be one of the best foreclosure buying markets we will ever see."
If you would like information on Charlottesville, Virginia foreclosures or Albemarle foreclosures, Fluvanna foreclosures, Louisa foreclosures, Orange foreclosures or Greene foreclosures, give me a call. I would be happy to speak with you about this section of our local real estate market.
Additional information on foreclosures:
Foreclosures – Not Your Typical Real Estate Transaction – Part 1
Foreclosures – Not Your Typical Real Estate Transaction – Part 2
Foreclosures – Not Your Typical Real Estate Transaction – Part 3
Contact
Pam Dent
, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161, [email protected], to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.
To view all of the Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia Homes for Sale click here and click on the mls search button.
Visit my website Jump into Greener Pastures or read my blogs Charlottesville Real Estate Talk and Charlottesville Horse Farms and Country Homes
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