This is one level living at its best! Crown Molding in every room, wide-entry doorways, walk-in closets in all 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large energy efficient windows and a peaceful country setting! The master bedroom is spacious and features a beautiful master bath. Bedrooms #2 and 3 are also spacious and each have walk-in closets. The kitchen features a large eat-in area, peninsula island, SS appliances, recessed lighting and pantry. The mud room off the rear (1 comments)
real estate agents: BUYING REMAINS 36% CHEAPER THAN RENTING!
- 08/11/16 11:45 PM
In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers actually show that the range is an average of 5% less expensive in Orange County (CA) all the way up to 46% in Houston (TX), and 36% Nationwide! A recent study by GoBankingRates looked at the cost of renting vs. owing a home at the state level and concluded that in 36 states it is actually ‘a little’ or ‘a lot’ cheaper to own, represented by the two shades of (1 comments)
real estate agents: BACKYARD BARBECUES – 5 INSPECTIONS TO MAKE BEFORE YOUR NEXT ONE
- 07/28/16 01:37 AM
We are well into summer and you have hosted some great barbeques and parties on your patio or deck. Have you made your backyard as safe and inviting as it can be? Does it look ready for your next party? Here are 5 tips for creating a worry free outdoor get-together.
1. Inspect Your Deck
At any backyard party the deck is where you will find most of the action. Make certain it is clean of debris, splinters, nail popups, loose railing posts, and loose floor boards. Repair or replace if needed. It might also be time for a good cleaning, staining and (1 comments)
real estate agents: CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SELLER
- 07/27/16 01:51 AM
This adorable #Lakeside home closed yesterday and I couldn't be happier for our seller! We received a whopping 10 offers within the first day of showings and ended up selling for $15k OVER the asking price! We were selective with which offer we chose and couldn't have made a better choice because the transaction was as smooth as can be! Thank you Erin for being such a pleasure to work with and for allowing us to help guide you through this very successful sale. (0 comments)
real estate agents: FOR SALE - 6083 HAVENVIEW DRIVE, MECHANICSVILLE VA 23111
- 06/08/16 12:18 AM
Welcome to 6083 Havenview Dr located in the beautiful community of Pebble Creek! This well-maintained home is move-in ready & offers plenty of space for living & entertaining. The main level features hardwood floors throughout with large formal spaces such as a dining room with chair rail & crown molding and a spacious formal living room which also works great as an office! The family room is spacious and is the perfect place to gather by the gas fireplace. In the kitchen you’ll find a large eat-in area with bay window, granite countertops, maple cabinets, tile backsplash, stainless steel gas stove and (4 comments)
real estate agents: RENOVATE OR BUILD? THE PROS AND CONS OF BOTH
- 04/28/16 10:50 PM
When you decide to buy a house, you'll have to make a number of important choices, Among the first of these is whether to buy a fixer upper or new construction. Each approach has pros and cons, and choosing which way to go is a highly personal decision.
New construction is the go-to-choice for many buyers. Many of these properties are move-in ready, so if time is of the essence, then this may be the way to go. Some builders give buyers the opportunity to customize the new construction to a degree. For instance, you may be able to choose wall colors, some flooring or (0 comments)
real estate agents: LET'S TAKE A LOOK AT FOXCREEK IN RICHMOND VIRGINIA!
- 04/26/16 10:37 PM
FOXCREEK – Chesterfield County, Moseley, Virginia We’d like to give you a glimpse into some of the Richmond communities and what they have to offer; the school system your children would attend, area entertainment, shopping, and other resources. At the end of the article are links to help further researching Foxcreek if you wish. If you are interested in moving to this area, or any of our other Richmond communities, a realtor, like one at The Murray Morris Group, can go over any questions you have and help make your home search quick, easy and problem free.
FoxCreek, a community located in Moseley, Virginia, (0 comments)
real estate agents: HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO SELL MY HOME IN RICHMOND VA?
- 04/19/16 02:16 AM
Selling a home can cost more than you expect. Of course you plan for the sales commissions and closing costs, but that could just be just the beginning. Unexpected costs can happen at all stages of the process, and planning for these “unexpected” costs can help you mitigate the effect these can have on your profits. You might even be able to avoid some of the costs of selling by preparing in advance.
Pre-listing Expenses Before placing your home on the market, you will need to prepare for the sale. A little time and investment in the beginning can save you thousands of (0 comments)
real estate agents: OPEN HOUSE Sunday 4-17 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- 04/15/16 01:16 AM
JUST LISTED IN MOSLEY VA.- 6900 WINTERS PREY TRAIL This Home Will Take Your Breath Away! Built with Love and Loaded with Upgrades, this Stunning, Better-Than-New, Brick-Front Transitional is everything you want and more! The Grand 2-Story Foyer welcomes you as you notice the remarkable attention to detail found throughout. To the right is an open living room wwith arched windows, bay window and crown molding. The formal dining room with tray ceiling and chair rail molding leads into the DREAM kitchen with TONS of cabinets, granite countertops, oversized Island with glass cabinets, Stainless Steel appliances and a beautiful morning room with cathedral (2 comments)
real estate agents: FOR SALE - 3033 CHARTWOOD DRIVE, SANDSTON VA. 23150
- 04/11/16 01:00 AM
Welcome Home! This Gorgeous 5 Bedroom, 2-Story Transitional Located in a Quiet Sidewalk Community has so much to offer! With great curb appeal, side-entry 2 car garage & front country porch you'll fall in love at first sight!
Upon entering you'll notice gorgeous NEW Hardwoods throughout the entire first floor plus NEW Paint throughout the entire house. There are formal dining and living spaces to your left and right and the family room is open to the kitchen & features a gas fireplace.
The kitchen has been fully renovated with New Tile Floors, New Countertops w/ Peninsula, New Custom 42 Cabinets, New Tile (0 comments)
real estate agents: Looking for a Restoration or a Renovation?
- 04/05/16 04:04 AM
Should you RENOVATE, or RESTORE? Over time, all Richmond, Virginia homes require some maintenance work. At times they require significant work. These homes are often listed as “fixer” properties. Depending on the age, style and location of the home, you might consider a restoration project instead of renovating the property. That 1950s vintage avocado green oven might look wonderful in a Mid-Century Modern restoration project but amiss in a Craftsman bungalow renovation. What kind of project you tackle considers these issues. Restoration vs Renovation Restoring a property means to bring it back to its glory days. The restoration carefully removes the evidence of changes made throughout (0 comments)
real estate agents: IT'S NO APRIL FOOLS JOKE - IT'S TIME FOR SPRING CLEANING
- 04/01/16 12:55 AM
We're really not playing an April Fool’s Day joke, guess what? It’s finally Spring time! Are you a gardener, camper, DIY’er, herbalist, biker or hiker? You’ve been itching to get outdoors for months, and now you finally can! April, the month were everyone realizes winter is finally over. For some of us it means we can safely get outside and not worry about the weather being too cold to enjoy our outdoor activities. For others we are overjoyed we can finally hit that “Spring Cleaning” list we made in the dead of winter, just dreaming about when we might make them a (0 comments)
real estate agents: SHOULD YOU UPGRADE YOUR RICHMOND VA. HOME BEFORE SELLING?
- 03/29/16 11:35 PM
Most people have walked through beautiful model homes and wished their own home had all those modern features. Model homes showcase the latest in upgrades and decorating styles. When we get home all we can see is the tile in our bathrooms and yesterday’s details in our kitchens. These things can become overwhelming if we are considering a home sale in the near future.
“Can I even sell my house with granite countertops anymore?”
Before you grab the sledge hammer and plan a DIY weekend of updating your kitchen, take a breath. Your home doesn’t need to be the latest and greatest to (0 comments)
real estate agents: 5 Most Important Things About Your Front Yard When Selling Your Home
- 03/28/16 02:28 AM
You already know the term “curb appeal.” Everyone understands that it’s important to make a good first impression and curb appeal is the first impression people have of your home. If you are putting your home on the market for sale, curb appeal has become very important to you. Curb appeal means different things to different people but it goes beyond putting bright flowers next to the front door...although you should do that too. There are some things you can do to any home to increase your curb appeal and create an inviting look for your potential buyers. Pretty landscaping. Yes, this means (2 comments)
real estate agents: 5 WAYS TO TELL IF YOU FOUND THE RIGHT HOUSE
- 03/21/16 11:45 PM
You’ve seen what seems like a million home in the past month. You and your agent have been out every weekend searching for just the perfect home for you. Your starting to feel discouraged and at this point, you might not be sure it’s even out there, or if it is, you might not ever find it. Then you drive up to a home that sparks your interest and gives you hope. At this point, however, how can you tell if it really is the right house for you?
Here are 5 sure signs that you’ve found the right house: You feel excited (0 comments)
real estate agents: NEVER do these 5 Things When Trying to Sell Your Richmond Va. Home
- 03/13/16 11:50 PM
Now that your home is on the market you want to make it as appealing to buyers as you can. But realistically, The Murray Morris Group, in Richmond, Virginia, is well aware you won't be able to keep it always looking like a model home. After all, you, your husband, 4 kids, the cat and the dog are all still living in it! But if you really want it to sell, we suggest you DON"T do these five things! #1 – Don’t leave all your wonderful, personal photos everywhere! Please pack these up for your new home. Buyers want to envision what (0 comments)
real estate agents: WHY IT’S THE RIGHT TIME TO SELL YOUR RICHMOND VA. HOME
- 03/10/16 12:43 AM
How long have you been thinking about selling your Richmond, VA home? Is your current property too large? Too small? Too expensive? Too hard to manage? Are you ready to travel more? Whatever the reason, you’ve been thinking about a move but you don’t know if it’s the right time to move? The right time might have arrived!
The Murray Morris Group is ready to help you understand your options. The first step in making a good decision is information. You would be amazed how many people will use stories they heard at the grocery store to make the decision to buy or sell a (0 comments)
real estate agents: IVY RIDGE HOME REDUCED $5,000 - NOW ONLY $244,950!
- 03/09/16 04:56 AM
12417 Ivyridge Terrace, Chesterfield, VA 23831 REDUCED $5,000~Now only $244,950! IMMACULATE, Like-New Home Located in a Quiet Neighborhood on a Cul-De-Sac Street! This beautiful 2-Story Transitional has been meticulously cared for and is in turn-key condition! As you enter into the inviting foyer you will fall in love with open floor-plan, gleaming hardwoods & the barely lived-in feel of the home. The living room features new carpet, a gas fireplace surrounded by decorative built-ins and bright sunny windows. The large, eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, 42” cabinets, SS Appliances (which all convey) and plenty of space to entertain. The formal dining room has (0 comments)
real estate agents: WHEN’S THE BEST TIME TO SELL YOUR RICHMOND VA. HOME
- 03/08/16 05:22 AM
Let’s take a look at our buyer market first. There are many reasons why a buyer might want or need to purchase a new home. But there are really only two main TYPES of buyers; those who CHOOSE to move or those who HAVE TO move.
CHOOSE TO Buyers Newlyweds or recently engaged couples Empty Nesters who want to down size Recently divorced couples Young adults who can now afford to move out on their own Growing families who want to find a larger home Renters who decide it’s time to be homeowners Seniors who decide they no longer want to maintain a large home Parents who want a better school system for their children (0 comments)
real estate agents: OUTDOOR FAMILY FUN IN FEBRUARY – YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN!
- 02/26/16 02:06 AM
Finding Places in Richmond Virginia To Enjoy the Great Outdoors With Your Family! Winter’s winding down and you can almost taste spring in the air. Your kids have been climbing the walls for weeks and you feel the walls closing in on you. The weather has warmed up a little and there are some buds and green shoots poking their little heads out at the world. It’s time to get out and discover the great outdoors of Richmond, Virginia. With over 100 parks in the Richmond area, you will find a park to visit that has exactly what you’re looking for. Almost all (0 comments)