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SOLD! 4029 Carters Mountain Rd Charlottesville VA 22902 | Home for Sale

Your country hideaway awaits! This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom property is a stunner! Set in a private, wooded area and built on 7.5 acres of lot, this home offers the serenity you dream of. It has a living room, an eat-in kitchen, and a family room. Fall in love with its spacious screened porch that opens to a stunning backyard. This home also has a terrace level recreation room with a bedroom and a full bathroom. Have as much storage as you need in its oversized garage.


SOLD! 4029 Carters Mountain Rd Charlottesville VA 22902 | Home for Sale
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$429,000
Single Family Home
Main Features
4 Bedrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
1 Half Bathroom
Interior: 2,955 sqft
Lot: 7.58 acre(s)
Year Built: 1976
MLS #: 570363
Location
4029 Carters Mountain Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22902
USA
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Gayle Harvey Real Estate, Inc.
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What Mistakes to Avoid in Selling Your Charlottesville Golf Course Home

Considering selling your home?

If you are planning to put your Charlottesville golf course home up for sale this year, this summer is the best season to do it! The interest rates are still low, and there are many buyers looking to invest in golf communities.

Selling a golf course home requires a different approach than selling a $150,000 home around the corner. You need special knowledge of the local real estate market, intensive knowledge and experience in marketing, and plenty of time to handle the preparation before selling.

Without the right help, you may end up losing money over the sale, instead of gaining a profit from it. And in real estate, this translates to thousands of dollars.

Golf Course Homes for Sale in Charlottesville

To protect yourself from such a big financial loss, here are 4 major mistakes sellers of golf course homes in Charlottesville make, and what you should to do avoid them.

  1. Overpricing. By far, the most serious mistake in home selling is listing your home and pricing it far beyond its market value. You have to remember that buyers check and research online about your home and its history. They know if your home is overpriced, and unless your home has a feature they really love, they will likely move on and look at other golf houses for sale in the area.

Before deciding on how much you’ll sell your home for, do your homework. Look at your comparables and check out the current inventory. List down the improvements you’ve made, and most importantly, seek assistance from a professional real estate agent who is familiar with Charlotte’s real estate.

  1. Not hiring the right agent to help sell your home. While all real estate agents can sell all kinds of homes, most agents specialize in a certain niche. Some prefer to sell luxury homes, others prioritize farm and ranch properties, and then there are those who are adept in selling golf course homes.

You need a Realtor® who has special skills in selling golf course homes because he or she will have a large network of both buyer and listing agents. This makes it easier for her to find the right buyer for your home.

Aside from pricing and resources, your agent also helps in preparing your home for the sale, negotiation, dealing with the mountain of paperwork, and more.

Your agent will be there to assist you from the very beginning to the time of the closing when you pass the keys of your golf course house to its new owners.

  1. Being unwilling to negotiate. Negotiating is a part of any business process. Sellers would like to make a profit from selling their home. Buyers negotiate to get a fair price.

If you are unwilling to negotiate, you run the risk of missing out on those buyers who are willing to buy your home. Worse still, your Virginia golf home might get stuck on the market for months until it goes stale, then you’ll be forced to drop your price and chase the current market pricing.

  1. Failing to give a full disclosure. In the home selling process, you cannot keep a secret forever.

That leak by the attic no one in the family except you knows about? That and more will be discovered by the home inspector sent by the mortgage lender of the home buyers.

When you fail to be upfront and forthcoming, the deal may turn sour, and the buyer may back off from the offer.

Avoid these four seller mistakes and you’ll sell your Charlottesville home on the golf course easily and stress-free.

Find out more information on how to sell your golf course homes here https://www.CharlottesvillegGolfCommunities.com/.

Call me, Pam Dent, at (434) 960-0161. As a Charlottesville Golf Course Specialist, let me help you sell your home at its best price.

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☝ Guidelines for Buying a Home in Charlottesville VA

Purchasing a home in Charlottesville, VA is not an easy task. Since home buying involves a huge sum of money, you need to follow certain guidelines and ensure that you make the right decision before you dive in.

When buying a home, it doesn’t really matter whether you are an experienced real estate investor or a first-time homebuyer. Regardless of how many times you have invested in real estate, you need to put a lot of thought into this decision so you can safeguard your finances and avoid future regrets.

Here are some guidelines that you can follow if you are buying a home in Charlottesville:

Know the Type of Home You Can Afford

Since buying a home is a long-term commitment, you need to determine how much you can pay every month. Having to spend years paying your monthly home mortgage is not a joke, so it is imperative that you only get a home that you can afford. As you calculate, include the costs for regular maintenance, insurance and other upgrades that your home may need in the future.

Obtain Financing

After figuring out how much you can afford to pay every month for your home, the next thing to do is find a lender and obtain financing. You can present to your lenders your credit score, recent tax returns and W-2 forms to verify your finances.

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Find a Reliable Real Estate Agent

The best way to go through the process of home buying is getting an experienced real estate agent to help you every step of the way. Especially if you are a first-time homebuyer and don’t know much about real estate investments, an agent can help you determine which communities have homes that suit your needs and can provide you with everything that you need to know about the homebuying process.

Search for Charlottesville Homes for Sale

If you want to find a home in Charlottesville golf communities, you can search all the available homes in the area and look for the one that meets your lifestyle and budget. Once you have found the home of your choice and have already decided to buy it, make an offer right away. Within 10 days after your offer gets accepted, order a home inspection.

Have an Appraiser Visit the Property

You can never underestimate the role of an appraiser in the home buying process. Appraising the property is a crucial part of the financing process because it is where the appraiser determines the fair market value of the property.

Have a Final Walk-Through of the Home

Before closing the deal with the seller, take a final visit to the property and make sure that it’s still in the same condition as when you made the offer to buy it. Have your real estate agent accompany you on this final walk-through so he can answer your queries.

Close the Deal

As you close the deal, the other party will present all the closing documents for your review and signature. Make sure that you understand everything that’s written on these documents before signing. If you have questions, feel free to ask so you know all the details before moving into your new home.

While it is true that home buying is a truckload of work, you don’t necessarily have to stress yourself with everything. If you get the right real estate agent, you will be able to save time and money as you go through the process.

Contact me today at 434-960-0161 and let’s talk! I am Pam Dent, Charlottesville’s top Realtor®. Let me make this whole thing as easy as possible for you.

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SOLD! 101 Vincennes Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22911

SOLD! 275 Spring Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Great 4BR/4BA residence on over 6 acres in Murray School District! Mostly wooded lot offers complete privacy in the summer and a splendid view of the Ragged Mountains after the leaves fall. The home features a bright open floor plan w/1st floor master, beautifully renovated gourmet kitchen, LR, DR, FR, 2 fireplaces, study, and rec. room on the terrace level. Complete with in-ground pool, hot tub, 2-car garage and plenty of storage!

SOLD! 1019 Woodlands Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Extensive renovations just completed at this large, tasteful home in the Meriwether-Lewis School District incl’ kitchen, baths, opened-up living spaces, landscaping. Dry-laid stonework (walls, fireplace), exposed beams, glowing hardwood floors & travertine baths are some of the interior highlights. The large, open and level-to-gently rolling parcel is dotted with towering oaks & other mature landscaping. 1st floor master, 2-car garage. Excellent value for a family home located privately moments west.

Extensive renovations just completed at this large, tasteful home in the Meriwether-Lewis School District incl’ kitchen, baths, opened-up living spaces, landscaping. Dry-laid stonework (walls, fireplace), exposed beams, glowing hardwood floors & travertine baths are some of the interior highlights. The large, open and level-to-gently rolling parcel is dotted with towering oaks & other mature landscaping. 1st floor master, 2-car garage. Excellent value for a family home located privately moments west.

SOLD! 271 Pine Acres Ln, Gordonsville, VA 22942

If you are a country guy or gal this home is a must see. This home is like walking back in time when you feed the chickens and riding your horse with no worries and all the conveniences of a modern home. 4 Stall Barn, Fenced, Chicken Coop, Pasture, Runs Shed and Additional Sheds already in place. Home features a renovated kitchen, refinished hardwood floors, tile, renovated bathroom, new pellet stove, new heat pump; new roof. 4 Bedrooms and 1.5 Baths.


SOLD! 271 Pine Acres Ln, Gordonsville, VA 22942
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$203,000
Single Family Home
Main Features
4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bathroom
1 Half Bathroom
Interior: 2,356 sqft
Lot: 4.75 acres
Year Built: 1974
Location
271 Pine Acres Ln
Gordonsville, VA 22942
USA
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SOLD! Charlottesville VA Home for Sale – 1211 Redfields Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903

A must-see 5 bedroom home in Charlottesville VA! This spacious Redfields home offers a spacious open kitchen, breakfast and family room plus separate living and dining rooms. Upstairs are 5 large usable bedrooms. The walkout terrace level features a large recreation room leading out to a generously sized deck. The upstairs screened porch and grill deck overlook the fenced yard, perfect for children’s games and a garden. This is a lovely well-maintained home loaded with upgrades.


SOLD! Charlottesville VA Home for Sale – 1211 Redfields Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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$469,500
Single Family Home
Main Features
5 Bedrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
2 Half Bathrooms
Interior: 4,226 sqft
Lot: 0.41 acre(s)
Year Built: 2003
MLS #: 524577
Location
1211 Redfields Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22903
USA
Pam Dent - REALTOR® Pam Dent – REALTOR®

Gayle Harvey Real Estate, Inc.
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Charlottesville Horse Farms | Market Report for February 2018

Horse Farm for Sale in Charlottesville VA

Your own country getaway and horse farm is waiting!

If you’ve been longing for a peaceful and tranquil life in the country where you can enjoy the company of your horses, then you should come and see the desirable city of Charlottesville VA.

This charming town is situated within the upper Piedmont Plateau, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and at the headwaters of the Rivanna River. It is approximately 100 miles southwest of Washington D.C. and 70 miles northwest of Richmond, Virginia.

It was established as a town in 1762 by the Virginia General Assembly and was incorporated as an independent city in 1888.

Residents and tourists alike love Charlottesville because of its rich cultural, natural, and artistic history showcased in a selection of first-rate museums, galleries, wineries, shops, and parks dispersed throughout the area. The city was also home to Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe.

Some of the historic attractions include Monticello, the Grounds of the University of Virginia, Ash Lawn-Highland, Historic Court Square, and Michie Tavern, ca. 1784. There are tours, special events, and educational programs aimed at maintaining the vibrant spirit of the past.

 

What makes Charlottesville horse farms so desirable?

Charlottesville is home to the most beautiful houses, peaceful farmlands, horse properties, and estates in the country. There are also many rivers and lakes that provide the perfect setting for aquatic pursuits, such as swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing.

The city of Charlottesville boasts of a rich equestrian history, dating back to colonial times. It’s no surprise then that equestrian buyers from all over the world are drawn to this town.

With plenty of grass in the area, horses can graze in open pastures. They are free to run and live with enough space to get adequate exercise.

This town provides opportunities to attend horse shows year round within a short drive of Charlottesville. You’ll also find hundreds of miles of beautiful, scenic trails, designed specifically for horseback riding. James River State Park, nestled in the foothills of the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains, has 20 miles of many different types of riding trails.

Charlottesville VA Horse Farms for Sale

Are you thinking of expanding your investment portfolio?

If you love horses and would like to own a countryside escape, the equestrian properties in Charlottesville are what you are looking for.

You’ll definitely find well-planned properties on the market that have everything that a horse farm buyer could ask for.

Market Report for February 2018

There are currently 161 Charlottesville and Albemarle County Virginia farms for sale. The prices range from $325,000 to $19,780,000. Spaces vary from as much as 20 to 870 acres.

 

Horse Farms for Sale in Charlottesville VA

  • 161 Horse Farms for Sale – 161 Traditional Sales
  • 0 Short Sale
  • 0 Bank-Owned/REO Property

 

The median listing price of these horse farms is $ 1,695,000.

Click here for the current list of horse farms for sale in Charlottesville.

Call me, Pam Dent, at 434-960-0161. With my extensive knowledge of the Charlottesville area and the real estate market, I can help you find the best equestrian property that suits your lifestyle.

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😁How to Make Buying a Home a Less Stressful Experience

Purchasing a home is just plain stressful.

Buying a home is a complicated process that involves strong emotion. In fact, experts agree that moving to a new home is among the top three most stressful events in life- next to death and divorce.

Whether it’s your first time or not, some aspects of buying a home are simply beyond your control.

However, there are some things that can help make your experience less stressful. In this article, I’ve included three of the best ways in which you can beat the stress of buying a new Charlottesville VA home and enjoy the experience.

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1. Get your finances in order

Before you even think about hitting open houses, the first thing you need to do is to get your finances in order. A few months before you start your home search, order your free credit report from the three big credit bureaus at annualcreditreport.com.

Examine your credit report carefully because lenders will use them to determine whether they’ll lend to you and at what rate. If you see any mistakes, have it corrected as soon as possible. You’ll need a score of a least 620 to get a mortgage while the best rates require a score of 740 or higher.

With a financial investment this big, the earlier you start getting your financial ducks in a row, the better.

2. Understand the home buying process

In the home buying process, knowledge is power. Don’t be afraid to ask questions until you understand. It’s essential that you keep yourself informed on the different steps involved in purchasing a home in Charlottesville VA. Doing so will help you manage your expectations.

There’s’ always a measure of anxiety when buying a new home. That’s perfectly normal, but you must not forget that it is also supposed to an exciting time. To make it a less stressful experience you have to prepare. Take time to educate yourself and do some legwork.  

Having an experienced and reliable real estate agent can also be an invaluable resource for you at a time like this. Your agent will keep you in the loop and let you know what’s happening at all time.

3. Partner with Pam Dent

Any real estate agent can help you browse home listings and set up showings for you. However, you will benefit more from working with an experienced real estate professional who has built connections and know-how over the years.

That would be me. I’ve been through the house buying process with many clients many times and I will help you through this one. As your agent, I will point out the pros and cons of homes, making sure you have noticed any red flags and generally making the home buying a positive, successful experience for you. I am familiar with the tools of the trade—from online listing sites to all the paperwork it takes to simply make an offer on a home.

 

Call me, Pam Dent, at 434-960-0161. My ultimate goal is to make your home buying experience as easy and stress-free as possible. With me on your side, you can take a step back and enjoy the process responsibly.

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