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August
15

For most people, a home is the largest investment of a lifetime. So, buying a second home isn't something that happens without careful consideration and planning. Whether you're looking for a vacation home, a property you plan to rent or the home where you'll retire, you'll need a solid strategy for purchasing the home and for managing the property once it's yours.

I've worked with many buyers who are looking for their second homes, especially around Smith Mountain Lake, and the challenges vary, depending on the planned use for the home and the financial situation of the buyer....

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July
8

Homeowners tackle home improvement projects for all kinds of reasons, but unless you're planning to sell soon, most of the reasons boil down to getting more enjoyment from your home. Even with all the headaches remodeling projects can bring with them, they can foster a real sense of accomplishment when they're finished.

In 2015, HouseLogic.com surveyed consumers to find out how happy they were with their most recent home improvement projects. They took those...

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June
30

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June
24

When I visit sellers who are ready to list their homes, I always ask about improvements or upgrades they've made. Sometimes they're surprised when the projects they are most excited to tell me about aren't the ones I want to highlight in the listing.

The reason is simple: Not all home improvements are equal in the eyes of a potential buyer.

Maybe you converted your basement to a living space and it's become your family's fav...

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June
16

Have you been counting the for sale signs in your neighborhood? In most places around the greater Roanoke Valley, they're going up quickly as more and more sellers enter the market. Buyers, encouraged by lower-cost financing and lots of quality properties to choose from, are taking the plunge on that next new home.

Buyers who have been considering an...

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