Valorie's Blog

Commercial/Residential Building For Sale in Downtown Charlottesville!

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:34:17 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

1215 Monticello Road, Charlottesville, VA

Great Value in the City!

Retail/Commercial

offered at $299,900

Year Built	1932
Sq Footage	2,700
Floors	2
Parking	Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	.13 acres
Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Great Commercial Space zoned B3 which allows for both residential and commercial use. HIGH visibility & traffic area. Building is in need of a COMPLETE rehab! Taken down to the studs. Other buildings in same shape sold for $525K! This is a steal! Priced to sell. Property allows for structure to be built up to 60 feet.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 11, 2009, 5:20am PDT

Small Horse Farm For Sale in Albemarle County, Virginia

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:30:59 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

3328 Martin Kings Road, Charlottesville, VA

Great Value in Albemarle County!

3BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $300,000

Year Built	1984
Sq Footage	1,728
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	5 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Small Horse Farm with LOTS of potential only 12 miles from town! This home boasts TWO master suites on each level and every room has its own bathroom! Home has had a total overhaul with a new kitchen, baths, roof, flooring, paint...too many upgrades to list. The property has several outbuildings and a two stall barn with hay storage, fenced paddocks and a small stream running through the property. The lot is wooded which allows for a lot of privacy, but you could also clear sections for more green space, expand the barn etc. and for this price, you can't lose!
**Upgrades have yet to be reflected in current tax assessment.**

List of upgrades include:

New roof, water heater, well pump, wide plank oak flooring and ceramic tile, new deck & master balcony, new fixtures, kitchen cabinets & solid surface countertops, appliances, new interior and exterior paint and revamped bathrooms with new shower, tub, vanities and fixtures.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Walk-in closet
- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor	- Living room
- Bonus/Rec room	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Attic	- Basement
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- TWO Stall Barn

- Fenced Paddocks for Horses

- LOTS of Potential!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Outdoor Entertaining!	Photo 3

Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 4, 2009, 4:28pm PDT

Historic Hotel For Sale in Fork Union-The William Frank

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:28:59 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

5054 James Madison Hwy, Fork Union, VA

The Hotel William Frank! A Fork Union Historical Landmark!

Retail/Commercial

offered at $670,000

Year Built	1929
Sq Footage	8,000
Floors	3
Parking	Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	4.65 acres
Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

**TWENTY bedroom hotel/B&B that is completely gutted and ready to be restored to the masterpiece it once was!** The William Frank is a historical landmark in Fork Union and the land has a lot of potential with B1 zoning. The 2 acres with the hotel could be divided and townhomes/duplex could be developed on the other 2.6 ac. Strip mall, rental houses for faculty at FUMA, rent to Section 8. Potential is endless! *OWNER WILLING TO FINANCE* ONLY property with public sewer deeded access!!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Lots of Potential

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 3:38pm PDT

Historic Farm For Sale in Albemarle County, Virginia

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:26:37 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

3410 Ridge Road, Charlottesville, VA

Beautiful Mountain Views, Peaceful Gardends and Abundant Wildlife on this Historical Farm once owned by John Henry, father of Patrick Henry! Own a Pi

4BR/3.5BA Single Family House

offered at $1,950,000

Year Built	1750
Sq Footage	4,701
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	16.62 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Brinnington Farm-Original homestead of the Henry family (Patrick Henry) and later puchased by the Michie's. Michie's Tavern was relocated off of the property to it's current resting place near Monticello. Lots of history! One stall barn with studio/dark room. One Bedroom/one bath detached cottage, large storage shed, pool/pool house. Great mountain views and could be a wonderful horse farm once again! Perfect spot for a riding ring in the lower field! Home was rennovated in 2000!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor
- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room	- Office/Den
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator
- Microwave	- Stainless steel appliances	- Attic
- Basement	- Washer	- Dryer
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard
- Swimming pool	- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

- Swimming pool(s)

- Sauna/Spa

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 6	Photo 1

Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 3:45pm PDT

Keswick Retreat For Sale in Albemarle County, Virginia

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:24:10 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

5006 Stoney Point Pass, Shadwell, VA

180 Degree Mountian Views from this home just 15 minutes from
downtown Charlottesville!

4BR/4BA Single Family House

offered at $389,900

Year Built	1979
Sq Footage	3,032
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	4 full, 0 partial
Floors	3
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	2.4 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Welcome to paradise! The Lazy Dawg isn't just for dogs! Come enjoy this meticulously maintained home with pristine landscaping, 180 degree mountain views, abundance of wildlife and privacy just 15 minutes from town. This home boasts a wrap around porch, possible 4th bedroom or in-law suite, media room, bedrooms and full bath on every level and a fenced in, completely mulched dog yard. Great space for entertaining on the screened rear porch and all you can hear are the birds! **Mapping is typically INCORRECT for this property. Property is located 1 mile from 231, NOT 1 mile from 20** **Tax assessment doesn't reflect all upgrades to property**

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- High/Vaulted ceiling	- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Bonus/Rec room
- Office/Den	- Breakfast nook	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Microwave	- Washer
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Mountain Views!

- Fully Fenced AND Mulched Yard!

- Fantastic Landscaping!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 24, 2009, 3:56am PDT

5052 James Madison Highway Fork Union, VA B & B Potential!

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:05:29 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

5052 James Madison Hwy, Fork Union, VA

House is in the process of restoration and all of the major systems have been upgraded. FHA 203K Loan or CP Conv. required! Property is livable and up

4BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $199,900

Year Built	1953
Sq Footage	2,016
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	1.757 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Owner started the restoration into a hospitality house! Think of a cute Bed & Breakfast in Fork Union! House is in the process of restoration and all of the major systems have been upgraded. FHA 203K Loan or CP Conv. required! Property is livable and upon completion, will be over 2500 sf with 4 br/4 ba. B & B/Hospitality potential! Cater to Fork Union Military Academy! Possible division. See survey attached.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- High/Vaulted ceiling	- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room
- Office/Den	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Granite countertop	- Stainless steel appliances	- Basement
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard	- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Bed & Breakfast Potential

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 18, 2009, 12:51pm PDT

5006 Stoney Point Pass Keswick, VA - Lazy Dawg For Sale

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:30:14 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

5006 Stoney Point Pass, Keswick, VA

180 Degree Mountian Views from this home just 15 minutes from
downtown Charlottesville!

4BR/4BA Single Family House

offered at $389,900

Year Built	1979
Sq Footage	3,032
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	4 full, 0 partial
Floors	3
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	2.4 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Welcome to paradise! The Lazy Dawg isn't just for dogs! Come enjoy this meticulously maintained home with pristine landscaping, 180 degree mountain views, abundance of wildlife and privacy just 15 minutes from town. This home boasts a wrap around porch, possible 4th bedroom or in-law suite, media room, bedrooms and full bath on every level and a fenced in, completely mulched dog yard. Great space for entertaining on the screened rear porch and all you can hear are the birds! **Tax assessment doesn't reflect all upgrades to property**

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- High/Vaulted ceiling	- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Bonus/Rec room
- Office/Den	- Breakfast nook	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Microwave	- Washer
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Mountain Views!

- Fully Fenced AND Mulched Yard!

- Fantastic Landscaping!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 18, 2009, 12:52pm PDT

1188-1190 Pine Haven Ct Charlottesville, VA 22903 Townhomes For Sale!

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:24:42 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

1188-1190 Pine Haven Ct, Charlottesville, VA

Very Nice Attached, End Unit Townhomes/Condos For Sale CLOSE to everything!

4BR/2.5BA Condo

offered at $336,000

Year Built	1980
Sq Footage	1,824
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 2 partial
Floors	2
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$248 per month

DESCRIPTION

Investors! Great opportunity to purchase TWO attached units. One is currently being listed for $875/mo. and the lease renews in 3 months and rents are low! Home owners! Buy them both, live in one and use the other rent to help with the monthly mortgage! Lots of potential! Each Unit is listed at $168,000 as a single unit or $336,000 together. 912 sf. per unit and each unit has 2 bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bath. Make an offer!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Living room
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven
- Attic	- Washer	- Dryer
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Buy One or Buy them BOTH!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 17, 2009, 4:51pm PDT

1215 Monticello Road Charlottesville, VA 22902 COMMERCIAL B-3 Zoning!

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:22:18 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

1215 Monticello Road, Charlottesville, VA

Great Value in the City!

Retail/Commercial

offered at $299,900

Year Built	1932
Sq Footage	2,700
Floors	2
Parking	Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	.13 acres
Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 17, 2009, 4:50pm PDT

2993 Free Union Rd Charlottesville, VA 22901

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:18:45 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

2993 Free Union Rd, Charlottesville, VA

Great lot with Amazing Views! Farmette Potential!

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $379,500

Year Built	1968
Sq Footage	1,107
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	3 Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	4 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

One of the best locations in Albemarle County. 1 story very well-built brick rancher with full unfinished basement in the desirable Free Union area. Hardwood floors throughout, a wood burning fireplace and central air. It overlooks a lovely farm that's under conservation easement. Convenient to Ch'ville in a quiet rural area. All appliances convey

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor	- Family room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Attic	- Washer
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- FULL, UNfinished Basement!

- Purchase Additional 2.25 Acres for over SIX Acres!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 4, 2009, 4:09pm PDT

1270 Redfields Charlottesville, Virginia 5br/3.5 ba Home For Sale! Fantastic Value!

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:57:50 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

1270 Redfields Rd, Charlottesville, VA

Great Neighborhood Close to Town!

5BR/3.5BA Single Family House

offered at $410,000

Year Built	2004
Sq Footage	2,879
Bedrooms	5
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	0 sqft
HOA/Maint	$35 per month

DESCRIPTION

Beautiful home with a private back yard in an exceptional neighborhood! Lots of space to stretch out in this spacious home with a 1st floor master, tray ceilings, dble crown molding and spa like master! Small back yard, but large side yard as Redfields boasts lots of green space, pool, parks, ponds and trails! Home is piped for gas fireplace in the family room. Alb County schools; $35 HOA fee Quality Craig construction with many custom features. Absolutely fabulous home and a fabulous value!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor
- Family room	- Bonus/Rec room	- Dining room
- Breakfast nook	- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Attic
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Guest parking	- Clubhouse	- Swimming pool(s)
- Lake	- Playground

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 4, 2009, 4:20pm PDT

Small Albemarle County Horse Farm For Sale! $300,000!? What a STEAL!

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:51:20 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

3328 Martin Kings Road, Charlottesville, VA

Great Value in Albemarle County!

3BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $300,000

Year Built	1984
Sq Footage	1,728
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	5 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Walk-in closet
- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor	- Living room
- Bonus/Rec room	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Attic	- Basement
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- TWO Stall Barn

- Fenced Paddocks for Horses

- LOTS of Potential!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 4, 2009, 4:28pm PDT

5054 James Madison Hwy-Hotel William Frank -For Sale! Fork Union, Virginia

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:49:59 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

5054 James Madison Hwy, Fork Union, VA

The Hotel William Frank! A Fork Union Historical Landmark!

Retail/Commercial

offered at $670,000

Year Built	1929
Sq Footage	8,000
Floors	3
Parking	Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	4.65 acres
Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Lots of Potential

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 3:38pm PDT

3410 Ridge Rd -Brinnington Farm- For Sale- Charlottesville Virginia Farm

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:38:55 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams Realty | 434-327-6900

3410 Ridge Road, Charlottesville, VA

Beautiful Mountain Views, Peaceful Gardends and Abundant Wildlife on this Historical Farm once owned by John Henry, father of Patrick Henry! Own a Pi

4BR/3.5BA Single Family House

offered at $1,950,000

Year Built	1750
Sq Footage	4,701
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	16.62 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor
- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room	- Office/Den
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator
- Microwave	- Stainless steel appliances	- Attic
- Basement	- Washer	- Dryer
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard
- Swimming pool	- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

- Swimming pool(s)

- Sauna/Spa

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 4	Photo 5
Photo 6	Photo 1

Contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

434-327-6900

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 3:23pm PDT

Sellers! There is Something You NEED to Know!

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:40:23 -0500

Mortgage Delinquencies Soar in the US!

Agents...educate your sellers! Sellers...listen up! The longer your home sits on the market, the less your home is worth. If you price your home competatively in the beginning, you will get more for your home than if you systematically decrease your price with the changes in the market. It is so important to listen to your agents and agents, you need to be realistic and truly aggressive in your pricing and educate your sellers. Think of a graph with Price on the X axis and Time on the Y axis... In the beginning, prices are at the highest they will be and you will get the MOST for your property. As your listings sits on the market, price goes down and time goes up. If you decrease your property along the time line, you may NEVER sell! (In a timely manner) :) If you price aggressively in the beginning, i.e. price in the middle of your timeline, you will be more apt for a) a quick sale b) the best price for your home c) less headaches and money out of pocket in mortgage payments! Keep this in mind when meeting with clients/agents.

Happy selling!

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty

www.CharlottesvilleHouseValues.com

Do You Like Shopping Online?

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 16:26:46 -0600

If you don't have time to drive around and get what you need (like me), and you enjoy the convenience of online shopping...then ShopWurld is for you! Join this member's only network and get paid to shop! (and the possibilities are endless!) Subsidize your income with shopping. Not a bad deal right? Visit www.ShopWurld.com and click on the GET STARTED link. Select what program you want to sign up for and enter my code which is 2HQU7C It may work...it may not...but why not? I like online shopping so I figured it was worth a try. Ask me in a few months and I'll tell you if it works or not! :) Happy Shopping!!!

** Tell me what you think about the videos. Sounds good right? **

If everyone in your Personal Network had 5 other Network Partners on their 1st level, you would have the potential to earn $85,459.50 per month! Can you see why this is the most popular program? Just a little more effort for more than triple the potential!

Buy and Refinance NOW!

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 20:54:01 -0600

Mortgage rates are at a 37 year LOW! I am a licensed real estate agent, but I'm ALSO a loan officer with Bright Vision Mortgage. I can do Streamline FHA refinances in FL, GA & AL, and conventional loans in VA! Rates for FHA AND Conventional loans are BELOW 5% with NO POINTS! If you are looking to refinance or wanting to buy a home in any of the above listed states, visit www.brightvisionmortgage.com and click on loan application in the top right. Select Valorie Ford as the Loan Officer and fill out the application. I will start work right away and get you the BEST rate hands down! Let me help you get the lowest house payment possible! Look Forward to Working with You!

PERMANENT EXCHANGE! Will exchange Jacksonville, FL home for a home in Charlottesville, VA

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 20:45:56 -0600

We have relocated to Charlottesville, Virginia and we are looking to do a house swap with someone! If someone in Charlottesville is looking to relocate to Jacksonville, we are willing to let our home go for the balance of the mortgage (so long as the exchange home is comparable). We currently owe $300K on a 2350 sf home in Historic Springfield in Downtown Jacksonville, FL. We are looking for a similar size home in Charlottesville that has at least 3 bedrooms. E-mail for pictures if you are interested! We have a beautiful home that we lovingly restored. Thanks for looking!

Valorie Ford

434-327-6900

How About Them Cavs!?

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:29:27 -0500

We are off to a not so stellar start t Uhis year with our football team. A USC blowout...beating Richmond barely and another blowout to UConn. The humility is becoming unbearable! According to Coach Groh, it's another rebuilding year. Well, hasn't EVERY year been a rebuilding year since he starting coaching at UVA? Ick. This weekend we play Duke, which may be our only other W of the year unless a miracle happens. With Lalich gone and controversy regarding player run ins with the law...every weekend is a new adventure. So is Groh going to be on the chopping block? We shall see. I would LOVE to see Skip Holtz at Virginia! Also, rumor has it that Lalich may be going to Oregon State. I hear they allow small amounts of marijuana there for medicinal purposes. He might fit in! ANYway, if you are walking to your tailgate this season, be sure to come and visit me at Camp Wahoo! Win or Lose, I will always be a Cavalier and proud of my alma mater!

Go Hoos!

Valorie Ford

www.nakedrealestate.org

www.campwahoo.org

The Good Old Song

The Good Old Song of Wahoo Wah!

We'll sing it O'er and O'er!

It cheers our hearts and warms our blood

To hear them shout and roar.

We come from Old Vir-Gin-I-A,

Where all is bright and gay.

Let's all join hands and give a yell

For dear old U-V-A!

Wahoowa,Wahoowa

Uni-V-Virginia

Hoo ra ray

Ray ray

U-V-A!

Springfield Open House!

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:25:40 -0500

Sunday, September 28th I will be holding an Open House at my listing located at:

230 E. 6th Street

Jacksonville, FL 32206

This is a BEAUTIFUL Historic Home in one of Jacksonville's BEST up and coming neighborhoods. Main Street is almost finished, Quality Foods is closed, making room for a Publix to move into the neighborhood! The neighborhood is really coming around! Are you ready to be an "Urban Pioneer"!? Here's your chance! This house has been lovingly restored and boasts heart pine flooring throughout, granite counter tops, stainless appliances, solid CUSTOM Cherry Cabinets, stone shower & fireplace in the master bath and bedroom...TOO many upgrades to list! This house is priced well below appraised value and has been reduced over $125K! Come out and see me this Sunday from 1-3pm!

Blogs from the Nursery: A Day in the Life

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:34:12 -0500

Well...Little Aubrey Lynn was born May 9th, 2008 and she has been a wonderful baby! She is our first child and being a mom really is a full time job! It's tough to work between naps, but I have tried to start getting creative! My latest marketing idea was to send out a direct mail that looked like this:

When I Grow Up I Want To Be A REALTOR Just Like My Mother!

Until Then, She'll Be Taking My Calls...

www.nakedrealestate.org

(Rated G)

It was just mailed out so I have yet to get any feedback. :) She's really cute isn't she!? Not only did I just have a baby, but I also recently moved from Florida BACK to Virginia, so getting back into the VA market has proved fairly difficult when working from the nursery. There aren't as many foreclosures here as there are in FL, but the numbers are growing. So...

While sitting in my big chair, I decided to start working toward my CFS designation. (Certified Foreclosure Specialist) Why not right!? It makes for some interesting reading (when I can).

I filled out my 411 for Keller Williams (all of the KW agents know what I am talking about) and my goal was to blog at least twice a day to boost my visibility on the web...well...that hasn't happend. Little Aubrey is very unpredictable and her naps are getting shorter and shorter!

I added a LOT of content to my website: www.nakedrealestate.org and tried to purchase www.nakedrealestate.com seeing as how the gentleman that has the site hasn't done anything with it for over 8 years...and apparently, since I have been blogging with www.nakedrealestate.org, another agent came in and offered more for the .com site. Yes...I wasn't too happy about it, but I can't afford what the other guy offered since I now have a new baby with too many unknowns...but it was my idea first! Roar!

I have also attempted to read all of the marketing ideas that Active Rain sends with featured blogs...I have read one. Yikes!

Life has been very interesting and exciting with little Aubrey. She has started doing quite a bit of cooing these days and she is getting so loud that talking on the phone is getting difficult! Silly girl! Hopefully you can take some ideas from what I have started working toward, but any other ideas would be greatly appreciated! I hope you enjoy this short and quick blog, but the baby is waking!

Cheers!

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty & Bright Vision Mortgage

434-327-6900

www .nakedrealestate.org

SUPER Jumbo Residential Financing!?

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:11:53 -0500

Do you have a client looking at $1,000,000 plus properties but having a hard time finding financing? I have several options available with the paramaters below. Please feel free to contact me with any and all of your real estate and mortgage needs!

Super Jumbo Residential Financing

From $1,000,000 to $30,000,000

620+ Minimum Fico Score

6 + Months Liquid Reserves

Full Doc

5/1 Interest Only

No Pre Payment Penalty

No Yield Spread

Need Signed 1003, Credit Report and 3 Months Bank Statements...All Pages

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty & Bright Vision Mortgage

434-327-6900

www.nakedrealestate.org

Fast Cash Asset Portfolio Loans...5 day closings...No Payments....

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:07:00 -0500

Do you have a borrower that is high net worth that needs to close fast? I have the perfect option for you! The Fast Cash Asset Portfolio Loan! I can close the loan in 5 days and we are able to lend in multiple states!

Asset Portfolio Loans (Stocks, Bonds, T-Bills, CDs, etc.)

$1,000,000 and up, NO LIMIT!

No credit check or employment required.
"No monthly payment" option available.
For expedited approval (within 48 hrs), the following documentation
will be required:

1) Itemization of Assets to be pledged for this transaction (Stocks,
Bonds, CD's, T-Bills etc)

2) Copy of the instrument (CUSIP #s)

3) Copy of the most recent statement showing where the instrument is
held and the ISIN #

Interest Rates between 5.5 to 7.5

Please submit name, number, state where you are located and best hours to be contacted. Look forward to hearing from you!

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams Realty & Bright Vision Mortgage

434-327-6900

www.nakedmortgage.org

The UN-American...

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:45:12 -0500

Hello Active Rain Community! I have been listening to the news and mulling over the events of my life now that I have a new baby, and I have decided to write a book. I am going to call it "The UnAmerican". I'm trying to decide my story line and from what perspective to write, but this is what it is going to be about...

It seems these days that everyone hates being "American"! People love the US, but every chance they have they either hate the President, hate policies, hate taxes, hate religion, hate war, hate hate hate.

Religion has be made into a joke and sadly enough, it's Biblical. We are going down the path that the Bible dictates! There is no more God in schools via the pledge of allegiance...no God on coins...nothing. Everything this country was founded on is being retarded by people that are "UnAmerican". I bet kids these days don't even KNOW the pledge! I understand the separation of church and state, but just because God is mentioned doesn't mean people need to throw their hands up in an uproar! God, whomever your God may be, is comforting to the majority of the people in the WORLD! (And, he/she SOMEtimes gives people a conscience)

Dining rooms are going out of style because people don't have dinner with their families anymore. You either have parents that are completely uninvolved or too OVERly involved. People have children they don't want and you see them dancing around with other women in a "Hot Body" contest 5 days after their daughter has gone missing! These poor, INNOCENT children are paying dearly because of their parents...not only are they not being properly educated, but they don't have manners or know how to treat others!

I went to to the orthodontist the other day and there was a mother sitting beside her child in the ortho chair while he was getting his braces tightened. I asked the hygenist if that is a regular occurence beacause decades ago when I had braces, my mother didn't follow me into my appointments. SOME parents are overly involved and this also has a negative affect. I saw on the news just yesterday where a new parenting tip is to help you kids learn how to fail. It's OK to fail. You just try again and work harder next time. It's OK if you don't make the team...practice more! (Or maybe you aren't cut out to be a football player) I don't think every child should "make the team" just because they tried out. Is that a sense of accomplishment!?

Everyone hates the President, the media is out of control, celebrities have too much say... I don't agree with everything President Bush has done, but guess what! I keep it to myself. He has the toughest job of us all. I can't IMAGINE what he goes through. No matter what you say, no one wants the country to go into a recession. No one WANTS war (but everyone wants freedom). There is a reaction for every action and sometimes it's not the desired reaction. He's our President and no matter how good or bad, WE, as a Nation, need to stand behind him. Also, back in the early 80's, people got mad when oil executives made millions in the US and we wanted MORE oil. We looked over seas because we would rather have rich sultans than rich cowboys and now we complain we are dependant on foreign oil...but it's OK for Angelina Jolie to get $14 million for pictures of her twins!? Is something wrong here? Oh...and Paris Hilton has a presidential ad. That's hot.

So, right now everything is a hodge podge of ideas with not a lot of direction! I need more ideas and more direction! THIS, my fellow friends who have weathered the good, the bad and the ugly in your real estate careers, is why I am reaching out for your guidance! Oh...and there is definitely going to be a piece in there about the mortgage mess and real estate markets! That is my specialty! :) Look forward to hearing your responses!

Regards,

Valorie Ford - Keller Williams Realty

www.nakedrealestate.org

Downtown Jacksonville Home For Sale: Springfield Historic Beauty!

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:35:49 -0500

Valorie Ford | Keller Williams First Coast Realty | 904-541-0180

230 East 6th Street, Jacksonville, FL

Beautiful Historic Home in Historic Springfield. Blocks from Downtown with GREAT neighbors! Sad to leave this home. Currently occupied with month t

3BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $375,000

Year Built	1902
Sq Footage	2,350
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	.16 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Home has been restored to it's original beauty. Lots of love put into this home as it was our FIRST home. Beautifully landscaped yard with lush grass. Privacy fence in rear. Double porches in front and back. Great home on a very family oriented street.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor
Tile floor	Family room	Living room
Bonus/Rec room	Office/Den	Dining room
Dishwasher	Refrigerator	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Granite countertop	Stainless steel appliances
Attic	Washer	Dryer
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Valorie Ford

Keller Williams First Coast Realty

904-541-0180

For sale by individual owner

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Posted: Jun 10, 2008, 7:39am PDT

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