richmond va homes: JUST LISTED - 3137 CHARTWOOD DR. - SANDSTON VA. 23150
- 12/13/16 08:52 AM
Beautiful 2-Story Colonial LOADED w/ Updates & Meticulously Cared For by Owner/Agent. Welcome to Chartwood, where sidewalks connect neighbors & the pride of ownership runs through. A well-landscaped yard greets you as you pull up to this custom renovated home located on a large acre lot. Inside, youll find a spacious living room w/natural stone floors, brick accent wall & crown molding. The kitchen also features natural stone floors, granite, stone backsplash, SS appliances, pantry & a large eat-in area. Enjoy family meals in the formal dining room featuring wood floors, crown & chair rail molding. There is also a laundry … (2 comments)
richmond va homes: ROI AND HOME IMPROVEMENT - WHAT’S THE BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK?
- 10/20/16 11:09 AM
When deciding to fix up or add improvements to our home, you want to get the most value for your money. This is commonly called “Return On Investment” (ROI) What good is adding a feature you will waste money on and not be able to recover when you sell your home? Listed below are some of the average returns you might expect from your remodeling jobs. Percentage are estimates only and will vary from state to state and year to year. Entry Door Replacement A steel entry door replacement can return 75% of its cost. Garage Door Replacements Recoups 87% of their cost. … (0 comments)
richmond va homes: WINTERIZING – 5 MORE WAYS TO SAVE!
- 10/13/16 01:47 AM
It's that time of the year folks, with cold weather setting in, we all need to WINTERIZE! Our recent blog "6 Ways to Save Money From Going Out Your Window" was a good start. But to save even more, we have added these 5 tips below to keep you going in the right direction!
1. Check For Open Holes Besides the ones mentioned in our last blog, those found around your windows, doors and exterior walls, the ones listed here can be found inside your home. Around plumbing pipes, duct work, air vents, and all outlets. For minor holes you can use an … (1 comments)
richmond va homes: 6 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY FROM GOING OUT YOUR WINDOW!
- 09/28/16 11:53 PM
Now is the time to start checking your home in preparation for winter. A few hours of inspection and maintenance can result in having a problem free, warm and cozy winter. And possibly save hundreds of dollars in energy savings and repairs.
1. WINDOWS Check for gaps around your frames, on the inside and outside. Use a good grade of caulk to seal any you find. Repair any broken or loose frames or sill boards. If your windows are older and not well insulated, consider adding a plastic barrier to them to keep your heat from escaping to the great outdoors. There … (2 comments)
richmond va homes: 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)
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