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Getting your car winter-ready
Snow covers your car. After 10 minutes of shoveling snow and ice from the roof and windows (not to mention 30 minutes of shoveling the driveway), you’re ready to go to work. Twisting the key barely brings the engine to life, much to your relief it starts. But … the windshield wipers leave streaks,... »The purpose of the home inspection for the new buyer
So, you’ve found that exceptional house that you yearn to become your dream home? Well, one thing to remember is the house will not be a home until you move in and make it your home. When you reach this point in the home search, you’ve already prequalified in the loan process. You’ve thought carefully about... »Thinking of selling your first home? Part 2 … Moving to the inside
Take some pictures of the rooms around your house, put them up on a big screen computer, and what do you see? If you want to sell the house, you must make it possible to see the house. Pack some of your furnishings to make room for the new buyer to really look at the available... »To Join or Not to Join? That is the question.
So, I think we were supposed to make the decision about this BEFORE getting married, but I am not sure we have found the right answer yet… What is the best checking account arrangement for newlyweds? When you ask around, this topic is debated. Separate checking accounts, a joint account, both- you hear it all. Does anybody... »Thinking about selling your first home?
Some questions you should consider: What can I afford now? Will it really benefit me to do this now? Why do I want to sell now?” Maybe you want to be closer to town … Maybe the babies need more room, or maybe your budget will allow for the 2nd bath. Work with a realtor... »First Time Buyers: Your first home doesn’t have to be your dream home.
Most likely your first home will not be your dream home. It will be a stepping stone to your dream home. Look for a home that can grow to meet needs and, per your realtor’s professional advice, one that is going to act as a savings account for you. That means it should be worth... »A Goal-Oriented Project with the Hubs
A couple weeks ago, we got the grand idea to paint a few rooms in our house in hopes of moving toward eventually selling it next year. It was our first big, hands-on project together as Mr. and Mrs. We took an entire Sunday and had decided to start our quest for home improvement with... »Enjoyed your blog.
Nice conversational writing style.
Best wishes for future paint jobs together! The walk through
inspection is the fun part!
Pam
Question: My ring spins. Other than sizing it smaller, what can be done?
I am amazed at how many people have this problem! When the ring fits over your knuckle, it fits looser on the part of the finger it rests on. Rings with a large stone, or a heavy top tend to “spin” the most. Your jeweler can add two “cleats” or “beads” to the inside of... »My engagement ring does this and it makes me mad. Does it also help to have it soldered to ...
First Time Buyers: Planning Ahead
Please, if you haven’t already bought the biggest bed room suite because you moved out of your parents house, don’t do it. You would not believe how many times a client and I have found a great house in their BUDGET, but their furniture is too BIG. There is an old saying, “don’t put... »Mistake number one … telling your entire company’s story in a print ad
So, you are running an ad in print. This is exciting and you have a lot to share with the world, so why not put as many words in those few square inches as possible? BAD IDEA! Think back. When was the last time you read an entire ad, word for word? I could... »Meet the Locals
Bob Grove
District Manager, Advance Auto Parts / Hometown: Dover, Ohio / Current Neighborhood: Blacksburg, VA / What I love about living here:Great People / Hobbies:Auto Car Repair
Ed Gallimore
Realtor & Principal Broker, McNeil Real Estate / Neighborhood: Christiansburg for 23 years / Hometown: Floyd County / Other info: Father of two daughters. Proud to come from a family of hard workers: Father retired after 43 years from the Radford Army Ammo plant, mother retired from Kroger distribution center. /
Favorite thing about our valley. “We don’t think about it much but it is so great living in a town that you can take a walk anywhere without reasonable precautions and still feel safe.”
Ed Gallimore
Realtor & Principal Broker, McNeil Real Estate / Neighborhood: Christiansburg for 23 years / Hometown: Floyd County / Other info: Father of two daughters. Proud to come from a family of hard workers: Father retired after 43 years from the Radford Army Ammo plant, mother retired from Kroger distribution center. /
Favorite thing about our valley. “We don’t think about it much but it is so great living in a town that you can take a walk anywhere without reasonable precautions and still feel safe.”
Audrey Osborne
Hometown: Salem, VA. / College: B.A Communication, Virginia Tech 2007. Currently pursuing a Masters of the Arts in Teaching at Hollins University. / Job: Account Executive, Main Street Newspapers / Pro: Loves deeply. Cons: Exaggerates, cries during Hallmark commercials and has too many shoes. / Marriage established June 6, 2009. / Quote: “I was born with an enormous need for affection, and a terrible need to give it.” -Audrey Hepburn
Ed Gallimore
Realtor & Principal Broker, McNeil Real Estate / Neighborhood: Christiansburg for 23 years / Hometown: Floyd County / Other info: Father of two daughters. Proud to come from a family of hard workers: Father retired after 43 years from the Radford Army Ammo plant, mother retired from Kroger distribution center. /
Favorite thing about our valley. “We don’t think about it much but it is so great living in a town that you can take a walk anywhere without reasonable precautions and still feel safe.”
Ed Gallimore
Realtor & Principal Broker, McNeil Real Estate / Neighborhood: Christiansburg for 23 years / Hometown: Floyd County / Other info: Father of two daughters. Proud to come from a family of hard workers: Father retired after 43 years from the Radford Army Ammo plant, mother retired from Kroger distribution center. /
Favorite thing about our valley. “We don’t think about it much but it is so great living in a town that you can take a walk anywhere without reasonable precautions and still feel safe.”
Audrey Osborne
Hometown: Salem, VA. / College: B.A Communication, Virginia Tech 2007. Currently pursuing a Masters of the Arts in Teaching at Hollins University. / Job: Account Executive, Main Street Newspapers / Pro: Loves deeply. Cons: Exaggerates, cries during Hallmark commercials and has too many shoes. / Marriage established June 6, 2009. / Quote: “I was born with an enormous need for affection, and a terrible need to give it.” -Audrey Hepburn
Jane Johnson
Hometown: Salem, VA / Owner, R.M. Johnson & Sons Jewelers. / Self-professed jewelry junkie. Joined the family business in 1998. /
"I love my job, love our friends and customers and look forward to every day! People count on me to help them celebrate the people they love by choosing the perfect gift. It is the best feeling in the world having a job that makes people happy!"
Ed Gallimore
Realtor & Principal Broker, McNeil Real Estate / Neighborhood: Christiansburg for 23 years / Hometown: Floyd County / Other info: Father of two daughters. Proud to come from a family of hard workers: Father retired after 43 years from the Radford Army Ammo plant, mother retired from Kroger distribution center. /
Favorite thing about our valley. “We don’t think about it much but it is so great living in a town that you can take a walk anywhere without reasonable precautions and still feel safe.”
Cricket Powell
Hometown:Franklin County
College: Roanoke College
Ten years experience in the publishing world and in helping businesses develop successful marketing strategies.
Thanks for a good post. It really reinforces the need to make sure you are prepared when buying or selling ...
1 Comment »Carroll B. Merriman January 22, 2010