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August
30

The days are already getting shorter, school has started in most of the region, and before you know it, the mountains will turn an array of Blue Ridge autumn colors. If you're a homeowner, you should leave some room in your fall schedule to complete some home maintenance that will leave your home ready for winter.

Plan for leaf collection

Localities around the region handle leaf collection differently, so check with your municipality's solid waste department to find out how to properly dispose of leaves. Or, mulch yo...

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July
31

Good question! For homeowners, and especially homesellers, the value of a home is an important piece of data that helps determine a number of other factors, including the list price. However, the question "How much is my home worth?" isn't as straightforward as it seems, and the answer depends on whom you ask and why you're asking.

There are several different terms that can be used to refer to your home's value, and sometimes clients get confused about which term means what. To add to the confusion, the numbers might vary a great deal, but in context, they're usually still accura...

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June
29

The home inspection can be an exciting day for a buyer, but it can also be a source of anxiety. On one hand, you'll get to walk around your new home with an expert who can give you good information about your investment. On the other, you might get an unwelcome surprise or two if the inspector finds problems with the home.

When it comes time to hire an inspector, I can recommend some professionals who work with buyers in the Roanoke Valley and Smith Mountain Lake areas, but the final choice is yours. If you have friends who've recently purchased a home, ask if they would rec...

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May
25

If you've heard it's a good time to list your home for sale, it's true! Low inventory levels and a number of other factors have increased demand among buyers. Sellers who have been on the fence have many reasons to consider listing now.

But with so many Realtors in the Roanoke Valley, how in the world do you choose the right person to work with?

You really need to be comfortable with your listing agent. Selling a home can be a complicated, emotional process, especially in a busy market when many sellers wind up fielding m...

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April
23

Unfortunately, it's a reality of modern life in Roanoke and elsewhere. Certain areas have repeated problems with flooding. As we saw last year when our neighbors in West Virginia were hit with horrific flooding, the effects can be devastating.

The Roanoke region has done a lot of work to prepare for flooding and protect residents and their property. However, the rain we've had for the past several days got me thinking about flooding and flood insurance, which prompted me to share this information about the National Flood Insurance Program. As with any insurance policy, you'll want to consul...

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