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SEVEN OAKS – This Greek Revival manor c. 1847 is sited in the center of 100 acres in historic Greenwood and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a Virginia Historic Landmark. The 4-bedroom residence was extensively renovated in 2002 and is in excellent condition. Several dependencies include a pool house and office, 5 more secondary dwellings, barn, fitness facility, and vineyard. A dozen mid-nineteenth century structures on the property, stunning mature gardens, and Blue Ridge Mountain views in every direction. MLS #512383

RIVER VIEW – Exceptional 251 acre farm sited in a picturesque valley traversed by the upper Rapidan River (noteworthy trout fishing) with a balance of open farm land and wooded mountain property. Superbly constructed 4BR brick manor with copper roof and over 5,000 sf enjoys stunning views of the Blue Ridge and working cattle farm. Additional 2BR brick home and numerous farm improvements compliment this property near the Shenandoah National Forest - Proximity to Charlottesville or Washington DC. MLS #514774

WHITE HORSE FARM - Classic Virginia home c. 1780 completely modernized 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 9 FP, hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings in a bucolic Albemarle location. Improvements include 6 car garage, 8 stall stable, riding ring and fenced paddocks, tenant house and sports barn with additional equipment barns. Sophisticated country property spans over 278 acres fenced. With ample water, an abundance of open and wooded land, miles of cleared trails, and wildlife and game in excess, this natural locale suits every desire for country life. Scenic and private, easily accessible to Charlottesville. MLS #516697

DANCING CREEK - Over 200 acres! There is never a better time than now to walk this property and see its many fine attributes! This mountain retreat is located 20 minutes south of Charlottesville in North Garden with a newly constructed 3-bed/2-bath home (c. 2000) framed with 200 yr-old timber, 11 ft ceilings, wrap-around porch, copper and slate roofing, and magnificent views. Several building sites and additional development rights exist with stunning vistas. Streams and jeep trails, abundant wildlife. Private and secluded, yet easily accessible. MLS #504458

THEPRESERVATION PRESERVE at BUNDORAN THE at BUNDORANFARM FARM – Secluded enclave and unspoiled views in this community within Bundoran Farm. 6 private parcels available, more than 20 acres each, with a mixture of wide open pastures and mature forests, stretching from the upper branches of the Hardware River in the south to the surrounding hilltops and mountains in the north. Enjoy sustainable country life in this preservation development nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains within minutes of Charlottesville.

KESWICK ESTATES, LOT 5 – Private acreage just inside the gates of Keswick Estate. More than 2.5 acres of open and level land fronts the newly designed Pete Dye golf course. Community amenities at the impressive Keswick Hall include state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming, tennis, and spa facilities. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this picturesque plot is remote yet accessible and convenient to all that the historic region has to offer. MLS #518257

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Incredible two+ acres of beautiful elevated, hardwood forest privately and quietly tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac on the grounds of the grand estate of Keswick Hall. Enjoy the peaceful tranquility and take advantage of the exceptional amenities offered by the Keswick Club with it’s all new Pete Dye Golf Course, tennis swimming, fitness, and luxurious spa. $325,000. MLS#496155

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“Cedarwood” sits atop a bluff of eleven+ acres, overlooking the James River with far-reaching views across rolling farmland to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

This intelligently designed house with two Master suites on the main level, together with an open plan living and dining area and an expansive elevated deck makes for easy, casual living and great entertaining in all seasons. The lower level includes a media room, bedroom, office and a shower/steam room. $550,000. MLS#518255

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TANBARK Twenty +/- Rolling acres in Southern Albemarle Co. with three dwellings, creatively designed for livestock of all sizes, adjacent to the James River. Main residence has been tastefully restored and renovated. Separate laundry room complete with doggie shower! $695,000. MLS#512892

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Extraordinarily private eleven acre lake, 170 Extraordinary 70+ acre riverfront estate acres of rolling pasture and woodland, near and horse farm.

Beautifully crafted of Free Union. farmhouse style manor home, the finest materials dramatic servant's quarters/ guestfeaturing home, barn/workshop open plan.

Indoor outdoor andfloor amazing Blue Ridge and panorama. fireplaces,$2,750,000. wine cellar, pool/pool house, MLS#512465 fabulous barn, magnificent 4 acre lake.

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CLEOPATRA COURT Immaculate five manor BR home and extraordinary Stately brick with Jeffersonian STUDIO on over acres near Broadus from Wood influences on five 21 acres 10 minutes Elementary. Convenient to the Airport and town.

Upon custom finishing the home kid/pet friendly, exceptionally well built with will feature 6 bedrooms, 6½ bathsScreen with hardiplank siding and two car garage. beautiful pond and rolling porches and mountain, deck overlooks several acres of board fencing views. with fabulous play area.

Backup pastoral Architectural plans generators and finest appointments. included, builders ready to finish to $775,000.

MLS# 517693 your desires. $685,000.

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GLENMORE COUNTRY CLUB Custom designed with style and utility in mind.

Surrounded on all sides by a 3,156 sq. ft. South African Mahogany covered porch that defines “Outdoor Living” fabulous for entertaining!

Open and inviting one level living, gourmet kitchen, home office, lovely guest suite on terrace level. Verdant gardens in a tranquil setting. Handicap accessible throughout. $1,075,000. MLS#512406

WILLOW LAKE VIEW Approved building site, five minutes to town overlooking Willow Lake and Carter’s Mountain.

Walk to PVCC and Monticello HS. Perfect for single family rental units. Utilities on site, public road frontage. Ready to build. $72,500. Other Lots Available.

FOXVIEW Picture postcard setting in Free Union.

Beautifully positioned and protected Cape Cod in excellent condition on 26+ acres. Fabulous combined kitchen and family room with high ceiling, exposed beams and handsome stone fireplace. See the stunning photo presentation by visiting Jimbonner.com $875,000

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A fine equestrian estate of 43 acres in the heart of Keswick with newly renovated brick manor home, guest cottage, four stall center aisle barn, and board fenced pastures. Privately situated with poolside gardens and Southwest mountain views. $2,250,000. MLS#504340

French Country Estate of 55 acres, privately hidden in Greenwood with frontage on Stockton Creek. Grand home, horse barn and six car garage, all of antique white brick. Fabulous new kitchen, Caribbean nutmeg floors, luxurious appointments. Mountain views, ride off property for miles. $1,495,000. MLS# 514296

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4.12.14 ALBEMARLE 802 ELM TREE KNOLL RIVERWOOD $239,885

516263

2529 AVEMORE POND RD AVERY SQUARE AT PANTOPS $299,000 518933 131 VERONA CT PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS $299,490

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131 VERONA CT PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS $305,575

2070 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY 315,645 5 GOLF DR OLD TRAIL $320,975

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511487

2531 AVEMORE POND RD AVERY SQUARE AT PANTOPS $327,300 518890 273 CLAREMONT LN OLD TRAIL $449,000 59 DECATUR DR FOREST LAKES $455,060

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518285

GREENE 54 KENWOOD LN HANCOCK FARMS $379,900

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15 KENWOOD LN HANCOCK FARMS $439,000

513042

512794

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516186

3440 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $509,990 508679

253 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK $549,900

15 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $544,990 519376

533 MAY LN HICKORY CREEK ACRES $629,000 519213

3422 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $559,990 507752 1215 PENFIELD LN STONEWATER $634,568 514975 3434 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $654,990 507753 2461 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE $499,00 503423 10 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $103,4300 509192 656 BAYWICK CIR OLD TRAIL $589,900 509748 801 ELM TREE CT RIVERWOOD $265,360 513852 6 GOLF DR OLD TRAIL $325,450

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405 TOWNBROOK CT DUNLORA GATES $497,596 509522

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8 RIDGEVIEW CIRCLE MILL CREEK VILLAGE HOME - Updated 1,969 sq.ft., 4BR, 2BA Mill Creek Village home on a cu-de-sac!

Offered at $279,900! Spacious bedrooms and bonus sunroom, FP. Large back deck & storage.

CANDICE VAN DER LINDE 434-981-8730 Directions from Cville: 64 East, to exit 121A to merge onto VA-20 S/Scottsville Rd toward Scottsville, Right onto Mill Creek Dr, Then Left onto Creekside Dr, Take the 1st left onto Ridgeview Cir, house on left.

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253 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK $499,900

13 GOLF VIEW DR OLD TRAIL $499,900

1 GOLF VIEW DR OLD TRAIL $532,010

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4709 RICHMOND RD NONE $315,835 518067 3 CLAREMONT LN OLD TRAIL $449,900 507573 3 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE $519,900 495984 9 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $544,990 508930 11 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $819,990 511100

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4.13.14 ALBEMARLE 802 ELM TREE KNOLL RIVERWOOD $239,885

1958 ASHEVILLE DR PAVILIONS AT PANTOP $272,900

3 CLAREMONT LN OLD TRAIL $449,900

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3161 SAGEBRUSH CT FOREST LAKES $339,900

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3 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE $519,900

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9 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $544,990

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11 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $819,990

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2024 ECHO RIDGE RD FOREST LAKES $410,000 1863 RHETT CT MOSBY MOUNTAIN $439,900 273 CLAREMONT LN OLD TRAIL $449,000 59 DECATUR DR FOREST LAKES $455,060

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1519 BURGUNDY LN FOREST LAKES $464,600 13 GOLF VIEW DR OLD TRAIL $499,900

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7373 CRIPPLE CREEK RD AFTON $274,000 511844 2529 AVEMORE POND RD AVERY SQUARE AT PANTOPS $299,000 518933 131 VERONA CT PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS $299,490

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301 CRESTFIELD CT TERRYBROOK $299,900

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131 VERONA CT PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS $305,575

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1119 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GLENMORE $826,825 498157

CHARLOTTESVILLE 518285

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516186

3440 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $509,990 508679

1625 GROVE ST EXT NONE $177,000

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103 WESTWOOD CIR NONE $290,000

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511 HANOVER ST NONE $324,900

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1311 KENWOOD LN CARTERTON $349,900

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242 HUNTLEY AVE HUNTLEY $374,900

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5249 PARK RIDGE CT WESTERN RIDGE $529,900

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15 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $544,990

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2988 COVE TRCE FOREST LAKES $559,900

13 RIVERWOOD CT LAKE MONTICELLO $179,900

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945 JUSTIN DR SYCAMORE SQUARE $279,725

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3422 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $559,990 507752

1005 WEYBRIDGE CT CLAREMONT AT CARRIAGE HILL $245,900 514509 1464 GRAY STONE CT MILL CREEK $259,900

2531 AVEMORE POND RD AVERY SQUARE AT PANTOPS $327,300 518890

2819 SHANNON GLEN CT WILLOW GLEN $463,900 502381

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533 MAY LN HICKORY CREEK ACRES $479,000 518720

MLS# 519573 $339,900

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21708 JAMES MADISON HWY TROY $369,000 505508

1519 BURGUNDY LN FOREST LAKES $464,600

Rt 29N to Forest Lakes North. Timberwood Blvd to R on Timberwood Pkwy, to L onto Steeplechase Run. R on Saddlebrook, Lon Jumpers Run to R on Sagebrush Ct. to end.

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945 JUSTIN DR SYCAMORE SQUARE $279,725

0 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK $349,900

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2819 SHANNON GLEN CT WILLOW GLEN $463,900 502381

4BR Colonial in Forest Lakes with finished basement and sunken living room. Privacy of back deck has the feeling of being in a treehouse. Located at the end of a Cul-du-sac, backed up to the woods. Easy access to walking trails, pool, and tennis.

434-953-8124

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2527 AVEMORE POND RD AVERY SQUARE AT PANTOPS $314,150 518888

1119 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GLENMORE $826,825 498157

1215 PENFIELD LN STONEWATER $634,568

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3434 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $654,990 507753 6506 WOODBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL $829,900 517331 2461 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE $499,00

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10 CARROLL CREEK RD GLENMORE $103,4300

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199 BYBEE ESTATES LN BYBEE ESTATES $324,900 517981 71 VENABLE CREEK LN VENABLE CREEK SOUTH $399,950 479080 92 VENABLE CREEK LN VENABLE CREEK SOUTH $999,50 479081 21708 JAMES MADISON HWY TROY $369,000 505508

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3105 RAGGED RIDGE LN BLUE SPRINGS $1,750,000 518633 656 BAYWICK CIR OLD TRAIL $589,900

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801 ELM TREE CT RIVERWOOD $265,360

513852

735 HOLLY HILL DR HOLLY HILL $299,000

508676

54 KENWOOD LN HANCOCK FARMS $379,900

513035

15 KENWOOD LN HANCOCK FARMS $439,000

513042

LOUISA 0 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK $349,900

510117

513201

508750

6 GOLF DR OLD TRAIL $325,450

511485

2527 AVEMORE POND RD AVERY SQUARE AT PANTOPS $314,150 518888

405 TOWNBROOK CT DUNLORA GATES $497,596

253 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK $499,900

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2070 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY 315,645

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1 GOLF VIEW DR OLD TRAIL $532,010

253 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK $549,900

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4709 RICHMOND RD NONE $315,835

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1542 MONTESSORI TERR PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS $310,000 517415

5 GOLF DR OLD TRAIL $320,975

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Don’t wait to build, this home has it all. 5BR, elegant dining room, office/living room, incredible chef’s kitchen with granite topped island & beautiful custom 940 STANLEY DRIVE cabinetry, spacious family room and finished basement 940 STANLEY Time:exercise 1-4DRIVE w/rec room, kitchenette, room, sewing/craft Time: 1-4 room, & Hosting 2 guest rooms. $829,900.

Ramey 434Agent: MikeDenise Peters 960-4333.

(517331)Agent: Mike Peters Hosting FABULOUS 5BR COLONIAL located near Directions: 2505BR W toCOLONIAL Old Trail Drive turn right. near After FABULOUS located Hollymead Town spacious, movepool and park turn Center. left onto This Woodbourne Lane.

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2125 QUAIL RUN

Time: 1-4 pm 6 BEDROOM/5 FULL BATH custom built home on private, quiet 2+ acres with beautiful views! Quality materials & construction are evident throughout this home. Enjoy the views from the wrap around front porch or screened back porch. Interior features open floor plan with great flow. HUGE finished basement & so much space! $649,900. Denise Ramey 434-9604333. (518515) Directions: 29-N to right on Burnley Station, to slight right on Gilbert Station to left on Foxwood Dr. to left on Quail Run Ln. 2nd home on left.

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Time: 1-4 pm LIKE NEW, but ready to move in now! Western Ridge amenities & a newer home with Craig built quality. So many upgrades, shows like a model! Cherry hardwood floors & built-in cabinetry surrounds stacked stone fireplace w/bluestone hearth in family room. Coffered & tray ceilings throughout. Western Albemarle School District. $529,900. Denise Ramey 434-960-4333.

(518411) Directions: 250 West toward Crozet, right on VSH 240 then left into Western Ridge. Turn right onto Park Ridge Ct.

Hosting Agent: Jim McVay Directions: From Cville take Rt 250W to light at Boar’s

UNIQUENESS AND COMFORT. Enjoy Head Inn. Continue AND into Ednam Forest, thru stop sign and UNIQUENESS COMFORT. Enjoy beautiful fireplaces, highright ceilings traffic circlebrick on Ednam Drive. Turn on Foxand Hill. Left beautiful brick fireplaces, high ceilings and abundant natural First floor master suite on Rookwood Place tolight.

2nd driveway on right. abundant natural light.

First floor master has adjoining office.

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Great pool and patio.

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2+ acres and gardening writer studio. 2+ acres forJim@JimMcVay.com play and gardening in Earlysville. $480,000. in Earlysville. $480,000.

434-962-3420.

(513693) Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (513693) Directions: From Hydraulic and Rio take Directions: From and Rio Earlysville Rd northHydraulic over the reservoir to atake left Earlysville RdHills northDrive. over the reservoir to aleft. left onto Bedford 1015 is on your onto Bedford Hills Drive. 1015 is on your left.

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Butler/Sutherland school districts! $159,000.

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(514345) Jan Shiflett, 242-6057. (514345) Directions: 29N to Camelot, left on BarnesDirections: to Camelot, lefttoon dale, left on29N Dorset all the way theBarnesend of dale, left on Dorset all the way to the end of the street. the street.

5249 PARK RIDGE COURT

DOUBLE ENTRY DOORS are welcoming to this architecturally-designed contemporary home. The floor plan flows easily both upstairs and down. The partially finished basement has a large family room and is plumbed for a bath1015 BEDFORD HILLS DRIVE room. and the University of Virginia are only a 1015Downtown BEDFORD HILLS DRIVE Time: few minutes’ drive from Ednam1-4 Forest. $829,900. Denise Time: 1-4 Ramey 434-960-4333.

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EarthCraft Virginia Announces Winners of the 5th Annual Sustainable Leadership Awards Regional leaders in the advancement of sustainable design and construction were honored on Tuesday as winners of EarthCraft Virginia’s Annual Sustainable Leadership Awards.

Winners were announced at the organization’s 5th annual awards ceremony on April 1st at The SunTrust Building in downtown Richmond. The event drew over 100 individuals representing home builders, non-profit and for-profit housing providers and developers, program sponsors, affordable housing advocates and those interested in creating green housing opportunities in Virginia.

Each year, EarthCraft Virginia presents awards in a variety of categories to builders, developers and other stakeholders throughout the region who demonstrate superior dedication to the advancement of sustainable housing.

Winners are honored in a variety of categories to cover new construction, renovation, single family, multifamily and more. Winners were awarded based on projects completed in 2013.

This year’s award winners from the Charlottesville area include Southern Development Homes as Single Family Builder of the Year; and Piedmont Housing Alliance for Multifamily Renovation of the Year—Scottsville School Apartments (see separate news item below on this achievement).

“The 5th Annual Sustainable Leadership Awards recognize the best initiatives in sustainable housing in Virginia over the past year,” says EarthCraft Virginia Executive Director, K.C. Bleile. “In the five years that we have hosted this awards ceremony, we have been amazed

by the dedication and growth of the individuals that we have been privileged to work with. This year’s nominees and winners are no exception, all of whom having gone above and beyond standard building expectations to become the leaders in transforming Virginia’s home building market with high performance, sustainable homes.”

Dennis Creech, Executive Director of Southface Energy Institute, founding organization of the EarthCraft program fifteen years ago, joined us from Atlanta, Georgia to deliver the keynote address. Creech shared his perspective on the future of the green building industry, trends and potential challenges within the market, and the value of EarthCraft Virginia’s achievements over the last seven years.

Event sponsors included: Virginia Housing Development Authority, Superior Walls of Central Virginia, American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning, Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, Habitat for Humanity Virginia, and Velux Skylights. Additional information about the Sustainable Leadership Awards can be found on the event website.

children with homework, and understand official forms and documents.

But we hope along the way our students also gain a love of reading and this event emphasizes just that,” said Executive Director Ellen Osborne.

World Book Night (WBN) involves volunteer book lovers promoting reading by going into their communities and handing out free copies of books selected by WBN to appeal to light or non-habitual readers. WBN takes place on Shakespeare’s birthday and is in its third year in the U.S., after launching in the United Kingdom in 2011. The WBN book picks are by a wide array of award-winning and bestselling adult and YA authors, as well as classics, books in Spanish, and books in Large Print.

“We hope community members can join us in this celebration of the written word,” said Osborne. “It should be a relaxing event where avid readers can introduce new readers to wonderful books.” LVCA staff and volunteers will be giving away copies of When I was Puerto Rican by Esmeralda Santiago and/or The Tipping Point by Malcom Gladwell, depending on which books WBN can provide.

Literacy Volunteers Participate in “World Book Night” On April 23, 2014, 25,000 volunteers from Kodiak to Key West will give away half a million free books in more than 6,000 towns and cities across America. Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville Albemarle (LVCA) will be part of the movement to spread a love of reading to non-readers by giving away books at Vinegar Hill Café on April 23 from 4:00-5:00pm.

“We are thrilled to be part of this wonderful event. Many of our students are learning to read for very practical reasons—to get better jobs, help their

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LVCA is an independent, non-profit organization that offers free, confidential, individualized basic literacy and English as a second language instruction to adults. For more information about LVCA, please visit www.literacyforall.org.

Piedmont Housing Alliance’s Scottsville School Apartments Named Multifamily Renovation Project of the Year Piedmont Housing Alliance (“PHA”) has won the “Multifamily Renovation Project of the Year” award as part of EarthCraft Virginia’s 5th Annual Sustainable Leadership Awards, the organization’s yearly awards presentation that recognizes Virginia leaders in the adoption of green, sustainable housing.

PHA’s Scottsville School Apartments project was honored on Tuesday evening at a ceremony in downtown Richmond that brought together more than 100 individuals representing home builders, non-profit and for-profit housing providers and developers, affordable housing advocates and those interested in creating green housing opportunities in Virginia.

The Scottsville School Apartments project renovated a 34 unit apartment building for the elderly in Scottsville, VA (Albemarle County). The project was funded through the Historic Tax Credit and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit programs, and received weatherization funding through the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. Scottsville School is the third EarthCraft-certified multifamily project completed by PHA in the last five years.

PHA incorporates energy efficiency and sustainable design into all its housing developments.

Each year, EarthCraft Virginia presents awards in a variety of categories to regional builders, developers and other stakeholders who demonstrate superior dedication to the advancement of sustainable housing. Winners are honored in a variety of categories to cover new construction, renovation, single-family homes, multifamily housing and more.

“The 5th Annual Sustainable Leadership Awards recognize the best initiatives in sustainable housing in Virginia over the past year,” says EarthCraft Virginia Executive Director, K.C. Bleile. “In the five years that we have hosted this awards ceremony, we have been amazed by the dedication

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Tom Tom Founders Festival returns in 2014 as a gathering for inventors, creatives, and entrepreneurs across the Mid-Atlantic. Five days of free concerts, art, talks, and competitions over April 9 - 13 will transform the city’s historic Downtown Mall into a hub for new ideas.

Culture: • MUSIC: Hundreds of artists from Nashville to New York will play over 60 free concerts in multiple venues across Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall. Highlights include the McGuffey Block Party, Picnic Day in Lee Park, a crowd chosen Songwriting Competition, an Indie Rock Showcase, and the Belmont Bash. Line-up.

• ART: Charlottesville becomes a creative canvas for artists, residents, and visitors with graffiti installations, poetry in trolleys, open air craft markets, and sculpture in parking spaces.

Design panels, a silent auction, documentary screenings on immigration, exoneration, and DIY culture, and workshops on comics, zines, and screenprinting all express an art that is fun and relevant.

• FOOD: Branding the Piedmont’s Food Identity The farms, vineyards, and breweries of the Blue Ridge Valley are second to none on the East Coast. Tom Tom explores this farm

to table ecosystem through a summit with statewide leaders, featuring talks, panels, open air markets, chef demos, craft beer, and prix fixe menus at C&O, Brookville, and The Ivy Inn. Ideas: • ENTREPRENEURSHIP: The Culture and the Financing of Founding The CEOs, CTOs, and Founders of RKG, SNL Financial, Red Light Management, WillowTree, and other national brands located in Charlottesville talk about why they have started and stayed in a small town. Angel investors who have collectively raised, invested, and mentored $100Ms of capital in Charlottesville discuss what they look for in deals. The Crowdfunded Pitch Night and $250k Galant Challenge present opportunities for students and locals to launch new businesses.

• TECHNOLOGY: The Future of the Cloud IBM’s Cloud Evangelist and all time leading patent holder Rick Hamilton joins Tumblr and local tech all-stars to look at how cloud computing impacts the daily lives of corporations and consumers, changing the nature of work, communication, and privacy.

• ENERGY: The New Energy Ethic Sandy Reisky, developer of over $1 billion in renewables, joins Jan Van Dokkum, partner for greentech at Kleiner,

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Perkins, Caufield, & Byers in examining the new energy ethic emerging around sustainable fuel, driven in part by Virginia entrepreneurs.

• HEALTH: Healthcare Beyond the Hospital The future of medicine lies beyond hospital walls, with noninvasive therapies, mobile health technology, and better outpatient and preventive care. Researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors discuss strategies for reaching telehealth frontiers.

• EDUCATION: The Maker Revolution Eric Siegel, Director of the New York Hall of Science, joins dozens of student entrepreneurs in exploring The Maker Revolution, an ethos of design and self-sufficiency, and its impact in school systems across the country.

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• TOM TALKS: Local Innovators.

Global Impacts. A talk series on Saturday 4/12 with Charlottesville’s leading lights: personalized medicine, revolutionary advances in cancer treatment, the future of America’s community college system, the encore career, and jazz’s contribution to American art.

For full information on Tom Tom’s 110+ speakers and 60+ concerts, visit www.tomtomfest.com. For full speaker and band list, contact carolyn@tomtomfest.com. n

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• LAW: Exoneration as Innovation CNN Films’ Death Row Stories examines the human stories of wrongful conviction, followed by a panel on whether Virginia needs a justice commission. Speakers include Chip Harding, Albemarle County Sheriff, and John Whitehead, Founder of The Rutherford Institute, and U.Va. Law faculty.

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and growth of the individuals that we have been privileged to work with.

This year’s nominees and winners are no exception, all of whom having gone above and beyond standard building expectations to become the leaders in transforming Virginia’s home building market with high performance, sustainable homes.”

“We are honored to receive this award from EarthCraft Virginia,” states Frank Grosch, Executive Director of Piedmont Housing Alliance.

“Scottsville School Apartments combine the best of historic preservation and sustainable design, and most important, provide safe and affordable housing and community for our elderly residents.”

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ACRES OF PRIVACY CLOSE TO TOWN. Stunning one level 4 BR/3 1/2 BA custom home lovingly maintained by original owners. Flooded with lots of natural light and encircled by woods for complete privacy. High ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, 2 zoned natural gas heat. $625,000. Phyllis Novotny, 760-0548. (519052)

3+BR/3BA HOME in move-in condition. Bright great room design including kitchen, dining area and living room that features stylish wood stove & sliders to back deck.

New appliances and gleaming wood cabinets. Full walkout basement. Lots of privacy, lake access, minutes to shopping.

Price includes 2nd buildable lot. $270,000. Margaret Ramsey, 953-7057/296-7171. (518620)

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GREAT LOCATION! Perfect for first time home buyer, investor, student or retiree. This is a cute little home that is move in ready and features a living room, eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Located minutes from the Downtown Mall with payments less than rent! $114,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550.

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TOWN OF GORDONSVILLE. This attractive brick Cape, in need of renovation, has three bedrooms, two baths, hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen, sunroom/family room, replaced dimensional roof, large shop in back with wood stove flue and level, pretty yard. $64,900.

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GORGEOUS SETTING in VA wine country, this movein condition home features random width oak flrs, sunroom plus 2 terraces w/Virginia bluestone; 9’ ceilings, good flow for entertainment and family living. Property borders Blue Run Creek. Mins from Horton’s Vineyard & Barboursville Winery, 5 mins from Gordonsville, 20 mins. To Cville. $785,000. Byrd@ByrdAbbott.com 242-9600. (514548)

OPEN FLOOR PLAN. This house has new laminate flooring and new paint throughout. Great first time home buyers home with a little acreage and privacy. Large master closet and add’l built in storage. 50’ x 30’ dog run. Kitchen cabinet fronts, countertops, and island updated. Bathrooms have been updated recently. $98,500. Bonnie & Joe Field - The Field Team, 589-2611. (516107)

SOPHISTICATED URBAN HIDEAWAY! Renovated executive 1BR/1BA. Tucked away yet so close to UVa Medical Center, UVa Grounds and Main Street restaurants.

Hardwood floors, stainless appliances, washer/dryer, clubhouse fitness center. Freshly painted and ready for a new owner. Available now! $164,900. Alex Ix, 951-5177/9620509. (513656)

LITTLE POND. The charm of an old farmhouse meets beautiful renovations & new construction. All new systems, roof, plumbing, electrical. Spacious rooms. Over 1 acre with small pond views. Friendly neighborhood.

Convenient location into Charlottesville. $319,000. Floor plans, elevations and plat are available. Call Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (516733)

GREENMONT VILLAGE, an Intentional Community! Located just outside the historic town of Gordonsville, VA and about 2 hours south of DC, this well-designed and proposed village of “mini-cottages” is for the Preparedness and Green market and features 4 quality crafted homes including the lots for $759,900. http://www.greenmont-village.com/ Mike Peters 981-3995. (514127)

TO BE BUILT! Last row of units that backs to woods and offers private backyard. Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths with great floor plan in 2280 sq. ft. All appliances are included, even the washer and dryer. Many upgrades in the Villas at Sycamore Square. From $149,900. susanstewart76@gmail. com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (515842)

QUALITY BUILT BRICK RANCH located close to Waynesboro in Augusta County on .42 acres that is fenced in the rear for animals and children. Residence is in excellent condition and has new windows, updated bath and kitchen, newly added HVAC system, and full finished family room in the basement. $194,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (512731)

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BLACK EAGLE FARM/Nelson County. Use as a private retreat, a farm or to house your antique car collection in the 3 open barns. Stately house thought to have been built for a niece of Thomas Jefferson. Included on the 134 acres: indoor pool, 4-rm office, 3500 sf manager’s house and guest house.

Some Tye River frontage. $1,495,000. Additional 145 acres available. ByrdAbbott, 242-9600. (510186)

HAWKHEAD FARM. 2 miles from Foxfield, 16 acres of pasture, hardwoods, river frontage. Built with state-of-theart elegance of its era, residence is situated for panoramic mountain views to the North. Amenities: 2 pastures, 2 barns, paddocks, guest home of approx. 1,200 SF w/ 2 beds & baths. $935,750. Contact Brian Chase www.TheChaseTeam.com 296-9860. (516332)

SUNRISES WORTHY OF A POST CARD. Cozy cottage is nestled on 10+ acres overlooking farms of the South River Valley. Partially wooded that promotes privacy and wildlife and boasts impressive valley views. Call today! $279,000. Matthew Woodson, 960-5187 and Rod Brunelle, 760-4663. (493784)

IMAGINE YOUR DREAM HOME HERE! Great price on a 14+ acre property with 2 streams and hardwoods.

Certified for a 4 bedroom home. Contact Susan for a plat and more information! $60,000. Adjacent lot also available for a combined potential of over 28 lush acres! susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (505032)

RESIDENTIAL LOT in Mountain Vista. One of the most convenient rural lots on the market today. Only minutes to NGIC, UVa Research Park and Shopping at Hollymead Town Center. Subdivision of medium to large parcel lots offers loads of privacy with a small community feel. $99,800. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187.

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SOUTH RIVER MEADOWS. If you are looking for privacy, gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views, river frontage and some pasture, with the possibility of further division, take the time to preview these parcels that offer all of the above. 29.2 acres for $487,500, 40.7 acres for $697,500.

Truly estate-quality parcels. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (509268, 73)

IF YOU ARE LOOKING for privacy then look no further! This beautiful 3.5 acre lot is full of hardwoods and enjoys a creek. Flexible owner financing terms! Build now or later! $30,000. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550.

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HERE IS YOUR CHANCE to live on Green Mountain Lake and enjoy the private beach. Build your permanent or vacation home. The house next door is available if you prefer not to build, but want additional land. See mls number 505717. $59,000. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (509678)

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Large tract of wooded land with a creek bordering one side of the property that rises up to a level knoll where the present home site is situated. Very easy, short commute to downtown Cville.

Soil work has been performed for possible divisions and preliminary subdivision layout is also available. $380,000.

Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (490792)

LOT 10 at Langdon Woods not only boasts a beautiful 4.42 acre wooded setting for your custom home but also a two story log cabin (with bathroom) that can be used for office space or a studio. Offered for $199,900. www.MaupinGroup. com Warren Maupin, 962-8939. (422851)

PRICED FAR BELOW the current assessment!

Here is your opportunity to build your home at the Lake and enjoy all the amenities that living at Lake Monticello offers. This lot is located in the Cherokee section outside the gate. Priced at $25,000. www.KathyMarkwood.com 985-6454. (515234)

38.34 ACRES in the heart of Free Union with outstanding views, privacy and land to do whatever you would want.

This is totally protected within one of the most sought after areas of Albemarle County yet one can walk to the post office, school, or store. Perfect spot to build your home. $775,000. Jane Porter Fogleman Jane@foglemangroup. com 981-1274. (508867)

NORTHERN ALBEMARLE. Beautiful 4.18 acre estate parcel in a private country setting yet close to all the conveniences and amenities of Charlottesville. Horses allowed. Lot has been perked (4 bedrooom) and awaits your dream home! Owner financing possible. www.RodBrunelle. com/DurrettRidgeLot $99,900. Rod Brunelle, 434-7604663. (516886)

KESWICK ESTATES. Incredible 2 acres of beautiful ATTRACTIVE 21 ACRE PARCEL in the White Hall elevated, hardwood forest on the grounds of the grand area of Albemarle County on Garth Road about 12 minKeswick Estate. Enjoy peaceful tranquility and take advanutes from Barracks Road Shopping Center. Several home tage of exceptional amenities offered by the Keswick Club sites. Plenty of pasture and a perennial stream runs along with its Arnold Palmer golf course, tennis, swimming and the southern boundary. $548,000. Ginger Ashcom 978luxurious spa. $325,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@ 1066/953-8045. (516620) Additional acreage available. jimbonner.com (496155) This information, although deemed accurate at the time of publication, is not guaranteed.

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TANBARK. 20+/- rolling acres in Southern Albemarle Co. with (3) dwellings, creatively designed for livestock of all sizes, adjacent to the James River. Main residence has been tastefully renovated. $695,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (512892)

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When anticipating the purchase of their first home, buyers may feel a bit apprehensive and overwhelmed as they balance the excitement of finally making this commitment with the risks and benefits of such a major undertaking. However, while it is a major decision, buying a home doesn’t need to be a scary experience, but rather a fun and exciting time full of good memories.

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111 STRIBLING Well cared for and updated cute 2 BR/ 1BA home on a great level lot in a wonderful UVA location. Priced right for the First Time Homebuyer! Hardwood floors, Washer/Dryer, kitchen improvements and a large sunny yard. R-2 Zoning so even more investment potential!

MLS 517480 $195,000

There are many resources available to first time buyers to help them through the process. To start, a wealth of information exists online and new buyers are often more knowledgeable about what to expect than their parents were when they made their first home purchase.

When it comes time to actually look at homes and make a purchase offer, buyers can rely on their professional real estate agents and lenders. These individuals will guide them, educate them on the process and help to facilitate every step of the way from the first showing, through all of the negotiations to that magical time when they finally receive a copy of their deed and their first set of keys.

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While a real estate transaction involves many different professionals, the two most critical ones are your agent and your lender. These are the people who will see you through the process from start to finish, and they are also the ones you will need to choose first.

There are over a thousand agents in our area and that means there are a lot of options to choose from, explained Inessa Telefus with Loring Woodriff Real Estate Associates. She added that

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“it is important to find one you like and trust.” Word of mouth is a good way to locate someone you like and Telefus suggests talking to family and friends to find out who they worked with and what they liked about that person.

Visiting open houses or calling on ads are two other ways to meet and talk to agents, as well as get an idea of the homes available for sale. However, in both of these instances you will be talking to the listing agent who represents the seller. If you have a genuine interest in one of those homes, it makes sense to get your own agent. Given the number of agents in our area, Telefus said, there is “no reason not to have someone working directly for you.”

You will also work closely with your lender, which means again finding someone you like and trust. Most agents have a list of lenders they can refer, however you can also “get advice from family and friends,” said Lee McAllister with Fulton Mortgage.

McAllister also suggests that once you decide whom to work with, it is important to rely on their advice as the home buying process proceeds. Most family and friends, while well meaning, don’t have the breadth of experience working in real estate as do your agent

C&F Mortgage is one of Charlottesville’s leaders in providing first time homebuyers guidance and loan information for homeownership. We specialize in products featuring up to 100% financing, such as VHDA, USDA/RD. We also have a relationship with Piedmont Housing Alliance, a local non-profit, that offers down payment/closing cost assistance to qualified buyers. Tired of paying rent? We can provide you with a no obligation credit review to see if you are prepared for becoming a homeowner. Feel free to contact Bill or Tom today to arrange a meeting. It’s free, informative, and without pressure.

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Quiet charming neighborhood. Multiple garden & play areas. Possible NO MONEY DOWN loan programs. $239,500. MLS #519140.

and lender, and are not likely to be up to date with what is current in this rapidly changing field.

Before you start looking at homes, it is critical to talk to your lender to learn how much house you can afford.

Your lender can also educate you about additional monthly costs such as taxes, insurance or home owners association and road maintenance fees.

“I always refer buyers to several lenders,” said Nikki Lewis with Roy Wheeler Realty Co. “Not only do we need to know what they can afford, but if they fall in love with a house, they will be heartbroken if they find out later they

with that payment or would it be prudent to find a home with a lower one?”

Answers to these kinds of questions help determine the type of financing that is most appropriate.

Buyers can get an idea about what to expect in the way of a monthly payment using mortgage calculators available online. However, McAllister explained that more often than not these estimates are not realistic. When buyers come in for a meeting and discuss real options, they are often “totally surprised about the payment.”

First timers also can access assistance at Piedmont Housing Alliance (PHA), explained Karen Reifenberger, Deputy Director. PHA offers counseling, homeowner education, funds

can’t afford it.”

“It’s important to talk to your lender face to face,” McAllister said. She added that you can do some of the preliminary work by phone and email, but a conversation in the office to discuss all of the pros and cons of available financing options is essential. Especially with first time buyers, she likes to cover what she calls “What if” scenarios, asking questions such as, “What if you buy a town home, or move into a neighborhood with a home owners association?

What if you put five percent down instead of three percent? What if you live further out and need to budget extra money for gas? What if you buy a home that requires payments that are the maximum you qualify for? Can you live

for down payment and closing cost assistance and discounted mortgage financing. Until June 30, 2014 there is a special program of low-cost mortgage money for qualified buyers who complete the first time homebuyer class. Ask your lender to help you apply for these funds available through VHDA. After you meet with your lender, they will generate a pre-qualification or pre-approval letter that your agent will use to demonstrate that you are a genuine buyer when you make an offer on a house. Pre-approval typically means the lender has run a credit report, McAllister said, and is crucial to the process. Not only does it help avoid surprises, but if something unexpected

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Ranch with full unfinished basement is ready to move right in! Large living room has beautiful hardwood floors, crown molding, chair rail & ceiling fan. Huge eat-in kitchen has crown molding, chair rail, gas range, refrigerator, & dishwasher. Freshly painted + all bedrooms have ceiling fans & new carpet. HVAC system is electric with propane gas back-up. $210,000. MLS #515026.

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TERRYBROOK HOME OFF PROFITT RD Very sweet ranch home on full basement. Brick fireplace in the living room with gas logs. All three bedrooms on the first level.

Hardwood floors. Nice closet space and storage. Attached master bath with double shower. Basement is mostly finished with fireplace and like new gas stove. Whirlpool Duet washer and dryer in the basement conveys. Full bath with shower in the basement.

Sliding glass doors in walk-out basement to fenced in yard. Nearly an acre lot backs to wooded view.

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2541 OLIVER CREEK RD Solid Brick in prime Location near Zion X Road. Nestled under a canopy of huge oak trees on spacious corner lot w/ circle driveway. 3 BR, 2 full BA, hardwood floors, 2 wood burning FP & a full partially fin. basement. Huge rear deck for summer cookouts. Short drive to Super Walmart, Lowes, Shops & Restaurants at Zion X Road.

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1010 DruiD Avenue • Belmont • $235,000 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home with a full, unfinished basement for loads of additional storage. Enjoy the year round panoramic mountain views of Carter’s Mountain and points West from the screened porch. HUGE FLAT BACKYARD. Kitchen and bath FULLY renovated with all new appliances, cabinets and fixtures. All new windows, updated electrical/ plumbing, fully water-proofed basement with transferable guarantee.

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“The key role of the real estate agent is to keep first time buyers informed and educated,” said John Updike with Roy Wheeler Realty Co. “Often first time buyers are well educated,” he said, but “we can’t make any assumptions, so it’s like teaching an intro course, Real Estate 101.” He explained the importance of buyers understanding the teamwork between all of the professionals involved in the process especially their agent, their lender and the attorney or title company. His goal is to keep first time buyers in their comfort zone and help rid them of misconceptions.

A common misconception is that agents show homes and facilitate a purchase contract, and then wait for closing. The reality is that a big part of their work begins with the signing of the contract. A crucial part of the process is the home inspection. Lewis often warns her buyers, especially first timers, not to fall in love with the house before the inspection. She reminds them that it is a material possession and they need to be ready to walk away from it if there are big repairs that the seller is unwilling to fix.

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Updike counsels his buyers to look at the inspection as another negotiation. He advises them to go into it with the understanding that they may not get all that they ask for, but he reminds buyers not to get “nit picky” about it. Instead he prepares them to ask for help with the bigger items, such as problems with the heat pump or the plumbing.

Agents also help first time buyers with other kinds of misconceptions about the home buying process. A common one is the fear that they can’t actually qualify for a mortgage, Updike said.

He described a client from a few years ago when first time buyers could benefit from a special tax credit. The client told him it was the credit that gave him the confidence to seek out a lender and move forward with buying a home after he learned he could indeed qualify.

The tax credit is now history, but the Virginia General Assembly just passed legislation that permits first time buyers to put money into a special savings account (state income tax free) to accumulate funds for down payment and closing costs. “This is another attempt to keep first time buyers in the market,” Updike said, and of course, this may also help give them the confidence they need to move forward.

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Old Trail

Best views in Old Trail from rooftop widow’s walk! Private space, beautiful details throughout this 4BR, 3½BA. Gourmet Eat-in kitchen - 60” refrigerator, breakfast bar, center island & open, airy space on main level. Second floor boasts large master suite, private bath, plus two add’l jackn-jill. Third floor is fantastic with rec room, private BR & full BA. Hardwood/ceramic throughout. Rear brick patio. One year warranty. Built by Old Trail Builders. MLS#518552, $652,900

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Charming and pristine custom built one owner home. Enjoy the serenity and privacy of the beautiful 9.5 acre setting. Only 20 minutes to Charlottesville and the airport. Lovely first floor master bedroom suite and formal dining room additions.

Inviting den and bright Florida room.

4 BR/3½ BA. A workshop out building, fenced in garden space, dog kennel and even a boathouse further enhance this wonderful property.

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RAINTREE DRIVE Great home with tasteful upgrades. Four Season sunroom addition. Large renovated kitchen w/granite counter-tops & large island. Interior French Doors and hardwood floors.

Large master BR w/Vaulted ceiling. Wood burning f/p on main floor. Gas fireplace in finished walkout basement.

Oversized 2 car garage. Large gardening shed. Large wooded common area provides privacy. Nice grassy yard & updated landscaping. Set in a convenient neighborhood on a quiet cul-de-sac street. $385,000

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1209 Hill Hollow Road Private 6.65 acres just minutes from

Nellysford, Wintergreen, Stoney Creek, Afton and Route 29.

Easy commute to Charlottesville or Waynesboro. Small meandering stream and rock outcroppings on this property make it a perfect retreat of primary residence. This 2 BR, 2 BA home has quality construction with Hardi-plank siding, tile in kitchen/baths, hardwood floors, covered deck and front porch.

Land is open and wooded. Great gardening spot. $199,000

Stoney Creek 128 Club Highland Beautiful Wintergreen golf-course

home features mountain, pond and golf course views, 3 BR and 2 BA. Great room has vaulted ceiling and floor-toceiling windows. First-floor master suite offers a large bay window, a full master bath with soaking tub, double sinks, separate shower and walk-in closet. Gorgeous rear deck with slate patio, garden and magnificent views. Granite and stainless steel in the kitchen. Recent interior paint. $375,000

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Sonja Casero, (434) 981-3523 Multi-Million Dollar Top Producer for over 20 years Consistent Award Winner Hall Of Fame

EUROPEAN ELEGANCE Almost 6,000 sq.ft, beautiful stone exterior French Provincial home in Albemarle county on four acres.

Great attention to detail and many extras including 10’ ceilings, built in bookshelves, glamorous curved staircase, three car garage, cobblestone walkway, patio and private balcony. Designers kitchen has top-of-the line appliances. A great value at $695,000.

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452 Perry Lane Panoramic view! Well-built 2 BR, 2 BA mountain cabin with huge rock fireplace. Soaring 17-foot ceiling in living room, wood-paneled walls throughout, hardwood or tile floors and 7 x 32 screened porch on the view side. The 78.9-acre property is mostly growing forest and laced with foot and 4-wheeler trails. The rock fireplace is a perfect gathering place on cool evenings. If you covet a 4-season mountain view, visit this property!

Easy +/– 30-minute drive to Charlottesville. $495,000

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DESIRABLE STILL MEADOW Minutes from everything! Two story colonial with garage and basement on half an acre. The many extras include 9’ ceilings, double crown molding, built- in book cases in and hardwood floors. Open floorplan with vaulted ceiling in master bedroom. A gardeners delight with extensive, low maintenance landscaping. Neighborhood swimming pool, tennis & clubhouse. $449,000.

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Contemporary farmhouse with two car garage in a quiet country setting. Custom built by the owner. Home offers a large master suite, gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors and many other features.

Wonderful outdoor space including a front porch, screened in porch and deck. Convenient to I-64, Martha Jefferson Hospital and UVa Medical Park Zions Crossroads. $395,000

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1st floor living. Towering LR windows & stone FP, lg MA suite. Library/office, updated Kit. Spa-like MBa. Sep. wing for studio/home business or apt. Park-like grounds & views.

4 BR Colonial w/fin. bsmnt & sunken LR. Private back deck like a tree house. Cul-du-sac lot, backs up to woods.

Easy access to walking trails, pool, and tennis.

3 BR, 2BA, open floor plan, Kit has granite & ss appliances.

Vaulted ceilings, elegant foyer, gas FP. Tray ceiling in MBR w/ walk in closet. Bonus rm above 2 car garage.

MLS# 519373 • $435,000 Yates Nobles: 434.996.0888

MLS# 519573 • $339,900 Brad Conner: 434.953.8124

MLS# 519296 • $304,900 Kyle Olson: 540.649.4131

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Pristine one floor living, mountain views. Parquet floors, open plan, 3BRs, wooded common areas & trails. New Trane HVAC 2009. Large laundry room.

Close to UVA. 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs, over 2,000 sf. Sunny LR w/ wood floors. Open plan, Kit leads to DR & deck. MBR w/ ensuite BA. BR/BA in walkout bsmnt. By Southern Dev.

Country home on 1.65 acres with det. garage. 3 BR, 2.5 BA w/ hrdwds, vaulted ceilings, ceramic & ss appliances.

Bonus rm/4th BR, multi-level deck. Newer HVAC.

MLS# 519418 • $259,900 Carol Costanzo: 434.962.1419

MLS# 518963 • $244,000 Jamie White: 434.906.3944

MLS# 518754 • $244,900 Rives Bailey Team: 434.227.4446

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Great Stony Point home w/custom-renovated Kit, new appliances, subway tile backsplash, custom built-ins.1 car garage, storage workshop and "man-cave."

3 BR, 2.5 BA, Ultra Efficient. Andersen windows, custom tiling, eco-friendly plumbing, free-standing FP, custom cabinetry by local artisans. Estimated delivery-May 15.

3 BR-move in! Open plan w/LR, DR, brkfst nook, lg Kit. Spacious MBR has walk in closet, unfin terrace level perfect for future expansion.

MLS# 519060 • $410,000 Sasha Farmer Team: 434.260.1435

MLS# 519267 • $469,900 Rives Bailey Team: 434.227.4446

MLS# 519331 • $220,000 Mike Gaffney: 434.760.2160

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Move in condition! 1st floor MBR & laundry. Bright Kit w/ gas range, pantry, window seat. Great room, vaulted ceiling. French doors to back patio. 2 BRs & 1 BA upstairs.

Small, 22 lot community located between Stoney Creek & Wintergreen Mtn Resort. 13 lots available, from 3-10 acres. Most lots have exceptional, long-range views.

MLS# 519299 • $229,900 Anita Dunbar: 434.981.1421

Lot Pricing from $70,000 Carter Montague: 434. 951.7156

ings, Anderson windows, porch, workshop.

MLS# 519402 • $179,900 Doug Burke: 434.996.6791

SCOTTSVILLE - Move-in ready! New roof, HVAC, deck, carpet, fresh paint.

MLS# 516101 • $157,200 R.Carter-Johnston: 434.989.3959

CHARLOTTESVILLE - Maintenance free living near Senior Cntr. Lg MA suite, 2 BR. Balcony.

MLS# 515822 • $175,000 Anita Dunbar: 434.981.1421

CVILLE-Updated 3 BR condo. Lg deck.

Clubhouse, fitness center, pool, and playground.

MLS# 517936 • $110,000 Kathleen Ritenour: 434.996.4214

GREENE - Starter or Retreat, 3 BRs/3 BAs, lg MBR. Eat-in Kit, full W/O bsmnt.

MLS# 515956 • $199,500 S. Lisa Herndon: 434.566.5634

CHARLOTTESVILLE - 2 Solomon Ct condos. HOA incl: maint, cable, heat, water, trash.

MLS# 509027, 509028 • $79,000 ea.

Steve King: 434.825.5019

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ALBEMARLE C0 - Residential land with frontage on highly desirable Garth Rd. Priced below Alb. Co tax assessment. .1 mile west of Lake Albemarle Rd entry.

MLS# 516497 • $155,000 Yates Nobles: 434.227.4444

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MLS# 517447 • $579,900 Doug Burke: 434.996.6791

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ENERGY MAKEOVER TIM LEROUX, LOCAL ENERGY ALLIANCE PROGRAM

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pring has finally sprung in central Virginia, and we’re excited to move on after the last few snowy months. But, a prolonged school year isn’t our only headache from our the winter-that-wouldn’t-quit. Many folks will be dealing with the hangover of high energy bills for months to come, which makes this the perfect time to put “fix energy issues” atop your home improvement list.

Plenty of people dabble with an occasional energy efficient upgrade – they install new energy efficient light bulbs when the old ones burn out, and when comfort issues get bad enough they occasionally replace a window or caulk a door. While there’s nothing wrong with an incremental approach to energy efficiency, many people dream of a complete “home energy makeover.”

Regardless of which approach is right for you, most homeowners just need a little help figuring out how to

get started. There is a common misconception that solving comfort and high energy bill problems is pretty simple – just replace some windows or lay down some additional insulation in the attic, right? Unfortunately, homeowners who undertake their quest for savings and comfort without a map often fail to achieve optimal results.

For Dominion Virginia Power customers, a great place to start is with a Home Energy Check-up available through a rate-payer funded program.

From this low-cost, 90-minute visit, you get a sense of your trouble spots and which fixes should be tackled first. When you’re ready to get to work, LEAP recommends that you enroll your home in the Department of Energy’s Home Performance with ENERGY STAR (HPwES) program for the peace of mind and certification it provides.

While every home is different, these are some of the steps commonly recommended whenever LEAP’s Energy Coaches visit a home:

• Air seal the home Almost always the first step and quickest ROI • Insulate the attic, crawl space and walls This is extremely popular in both old and new homes. It’s also a measure with immediate results. Said one client: “The first night we had the foam insulation, the house felt better. My wife said, ‘it’s like someone put a blanket on our house.’”

• Air seal and insulate duct work • Switch incandescent lights to CFLs or LEDs Incandescents long ago passed their prime, and the CFLs and LEDs on the market today use at least 75% less energy • Upgrade to high efficiency HVAC units (i.e. heat pumps, furnace or boiler, air conditioner) • Upgrade to ENERGY STAR appliances Home appliances like dishwater, refrigerators and laundry machine account for about 15% of a household’s energy use, and ENERGY STAR versions are 20% more efficient.

• Upgrade to a high efficiency water heater • Replace or install bath fans to improve ventilation • Replace windows • Weather strip windows and doors • Condition crawl spaces • Condition attics with foam and fireproof covering • Replace or reconfigure ductwork • Insulate pipes and add controls to boilers • Install programmable thermostats • Address health and safety issues • Fix moisture issues inside and out Most homeowners are concerned that a Home Energy Makeover is unaffordable. In many cases, rebates, local incentives, and/or PowerSaver loans available through UVA Community Credit Union can help. Regardless of how you proceed, rest assured – an energy efficient home is worth it.

Lower energy bills are worth it.

Homeowners in the HPwES program typically see energy savings of 20% or more.

A healthier, more comfortable home is worth it. After their home energy makeovers, clients rave about being able to enjoy a sunroom in the winter or not suffocating upstairs in the summer. And they are surprised by the health and safety benefits. We’ve heard things like “We got fans and vents in our bathroom and kitchen and new windows. These measures greatly reCONTINUED ON PAGE 29

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INGLECRESS- Beautiful stone & stucco residence, private lot. Spacious main level master suite, up to 5 BR. Many quality features, an elegant and comfortable residence. $1,295,000 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 MLS# 510884

BLANDEMAR - 25+ Open acres (additional acreage available), 4 acre lake, bold Blue Ridge Mountain views. Custom built home with 8,000 fin. sq/ft, first floor master suite, 6 BR, 5.2 BA. $1,985,000 Andrew Middleditch (434)981-1410 or Steve McLean(434)981-1863. MLS# 506998

SILASJACKSONCOURT-Impeccablebrick Georgian residence conveniently located minutes from Garth Road, C’ville & UVA. Privately situated on cul-d-sac & surrounded by estate properties. $998,500 Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250. MLS#514568

Waterhouse - Charlottesville’s premier upscale condominium community, located one block from the Historic Downtown Mall. 15 residences ranging in size from 956 to 4,268 fin sq/ft. Steve McLean (434) 981-1863

BLANDEMAR FARM ESTATES - The setting is exceptional with bold mountain views, beautiful streams and hardwood forest and lovely open pasture land.

Andrew Middleditch, 981-1410.

McGuffey Hill –Terrific spacious first floor condo within seconds of the Mall & all the super amenities of downtown.

Privately situated this light filled unit has large living room w/ fireplace, open kitchen w/ adjoining sunroom, dining room, 2 large bedrooms w/ adjoining baths. Many extra features such as built-in bookcases, new heat pump & one covered parking space. Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250 MLS#518916

Best buy in Mountain Brook! Huge 30K Price Reduction!! 4BR home w/ over 4,000 fin.sq.ft., on 2.15 ac. WATERFRONT lot, 20-25 mins from Charlottesville! Enjoy living on scenic neighborhood pond w/new private dock. $409,000 Will Faulconer (434)9847-9455 MLS# 517005

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Wonderful 2.45+/- acre building lot located approximately 20 minutes south of Charlottesville.$24,500 Steve McLean (434)981-1863 MLS#516480

This stunning 3 BR, 2B, one level home has it all. New kitchen, solid surface counters, hdwd. floors, vaulted ceilings & sunny interior. Beautiful landscaping, 2+ ac. wooded lot. $234,500. Rana Bouchard, 973-2942 or Betsy Swett, 249-2922 MLS#517808

BUILDING SITE IN BLANDEMAR-21 Acres, mostly wooded, with high elevations offering a dramatic homesite with big mountain views! This tract is priced below tax assessment! Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 MLS#497384

OAKLEY-This beautiful home on 21 acres is one of the best values in all Albemarle County.

The residence offers 4 BR, 3.5 BA with many quality features. Only a 15 mile drive for a beautiful country estate property at a great price!!! $849,000 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 MLS# 517444 at caar.com.

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Land Parcels with a gorgeous panoramic view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and long frontage on the Rapidan River Additional lots available. Call Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076

Elegant home in beautiful neighborhood with spacious living spaces, master suite on first floor, on almost an acre all convenient to shopping and restaurants. $1,195,000 MLS#514879 Steve McLean (434)981-1863

HILLTOP ROAD - Charming, architect designed stucco home on beautiful nearly 1.5 acre landscaped corner lot in lovely city neighborhood. 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 2 studies, LR w/FP, DR, lower level guest suite w/kitchenette. $1,150,000. Tim Michel (434)960-1124 MLS# 518471

4.2 Acre Grassmere Farm lot in Ivy with Blue Ridge & pond views. Beautiful landscaping. Small garden house, drilled well, perked lot & electricity established. Murray Elementary. $320,000.

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HIDDEN HILLS -Beautiful 6.2 acres conveniently located to Charlottesville & UVA. Cleared area for residence & surrounded by established hardwood trees. A lovely spot to build & enjoy. $175,000 #475441 Charlotte Dammann(434)981-1250

CHARMING CRAFTSMAN CITY COTTAGE – c. 1907, 2710 Eton Road is in the Fry Spring’s neighborhood and full of character.

Soaring great room with stove fireplace, 2 BR, 2 BA, lovely PARK STREET - Terrific north downtown landscaped yard and large deck. There are many period builtresidence on nearly three quarters of ins and special features. $405,000 Showings by appointment an acre lot with separate home office/ only. Tim Michel (434)960-1124.

EDNAM FOREST-Beautifully maintained 4 BR, 3.5 BA, traditional home with numerous additions and upgrades including chef’s kitchen! A great home in a great location. Jim Faulconer (434)9810076 $895,000 MLS#517012

Extraordinary Keswick Golf Course Parcel- Surrounded on two sides by the award winning Arnold Palmer Golf Course this 2.4 acre building lot represents the best value in Keswick. $448,000 Tim Michel (434)960-1124. #503871

JORDON RUN FARM - This spacious home is tastefully decorated on over 21 acres, privately situated in a very protected neighborhood of large parcels with community trails. $1,050,000 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 MLS#517442 on caar.com

190 Buttercup Lane, Lake Reynovia, just south of the city limits. Hardwood floors in great room , new granite counters in kitchen. Three bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths and finished basement. $245,000.

MLS3 517508. Nancy Roche, 981-7873.

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studio. $855,000 Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250. MLS#515228

OLD BALLARD FARMS- Several building sites available in this quiet, familyoriented neighborhood 4 miles west, in Meriwether Elementary School District.

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EDGEHILL, circa 1893, is a spacious, comfortable antique home loaded with charming features, situated on a high knoll with panoramic pasture and mountain views. Only 1 mile to Lovingston & US29! $995,000 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 MLS# 518119

SWEEPING BLUE RIDGE MTN VIEWS - Qualitybuilt 10,000+ sq.ft. residence on 44 parklike acres, 20 miles north of Charlottesville.

Wonderful architectural details, wine cellar, theater room & indoor swimming pool. $2,995,000.

Steve McLean (434) 981-1863. MLS #504229

KESWICK ESTATE – 7000+ sq/ft brick colonial. 6BR+ in-law suite, 5.5BA, 3.35acres, gourmet kitchen, gated community w/24hr security. Quality craftsmanship/finishes. 5 Min to Charlottesville. $1,695,000 MLS#519032 MK King (434) 981-5068.

OLD WOODVILLE - Exceptional 176+ acre historic estate featuring c. 1796 main residence, pool, guest cottage, barns, equipment storage & other outbuildings. Bucolic setting, rich farmland. MLS #504304 Steve McLean (434) 981-1863.

VALMONTIS- Totally restored brick residence, c. 1790, with recent additions nestled on 25 acres near Southwest Mountains, just 7 miles NE of Charlottesville. Private, tranquil setting w/beautiful pastoral views. $2,250,000 Steve McLean (434)981-1863 MLS#518810

PIGEON HILL -Exquisite waterfront estate in pristine condition within close proximity to Gloucester Point & Williamsburg & Richmond. Extensive York River views and frontage. Additional adjacent 11+ acre waterfront lot available. $1,445,000 Steve McLean (434)981-1863 MLS# 508320

OLD KESWICK – This extraordinary estate with 550+/-acres including a circa 1745 & 1832 residence, numerous dependencies & stables provides a unique, private domain in a premier location nearby Charlottesville & the University of Virginia. Charlotte Dammann (434)-981-1250 MLS#515126

EAST FORK FARM- 160 Acre farm with contemporary main house offers 4 BR ,3.5 BA, gourmet kitchen, 5 bay garage with apartment above, swimming pool, guest house & barn. $2,500,000 Steve McLean (434)981-1863 MLS#512197

Privately situated on 2.76 acres just off Garth Road, within 4 miles of town. Lovely pastoral & Blue Ridge Mountain views. Home has recently been renovated & enlarged, almost 4,000 finished square feet. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0075 $799,000

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ONLY 20 MINUTES TO C-VILLE! Overlooking a two acre stocked lake, this authentic 2004 Log home with wrap-around porches ROSSER AVE k, 1 level in park like setting. Close in Faber on 8.11 acres has cathedral ceiling, ping, schools & short commute to esville, Staunton, & Harrisonburg. Great stone FP in 17’x18’ Great Room, cherry & n, arched doors between LR & DR, 2 FP, l hardwood floors, large kitchen w/ center ceramic floors, 11’x22’ Kitchen with Corian Screened porch & mature landscaping. counter-tops, full basement with workshop. Recently remodeled two BR, two BA, MLS#68098 • $158,000 840 sq. ft. guest cottage offers more options. Detached Garage, Pool House, MERALD HILL DR Raised Vegetable Beds with Greenhouse & Much More! MLS #518535 ville - 6 BR, 4 BA. Gourmet kit.: granite

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PERFECT FOR YOUR MINI-FARM, this 2006 Custom-Built home on 15.66 open/wooded acres with bold creek offers privacy plus room for children to roam. Situated down a long driveway the home offers an open floor plan featuring custom cabinetry, eat-in Kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances, formal Dining Room, 13’x17’ Master BR with deck to enjoy surrounding mountain views, Heat Pump, Jotul Swedish Wood Stove, Workshop and Storage Shed with electric. Convenient to US 29 and C-ville. MLS #515519

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duced condensation and mold in our home – a big plus, especially since our daughter has asthma and we are always trying to reduce her symptoms” and “they also found two safety issues related to our old gas furnace that we would not have known about!”

A higher home value is worth it.

Increasingly, homeowners are seeing their home value jump after certified home energy improvements — like HPwES. Indeed, according to a study by the National Association of Home Builders, 90% of people believe that energy efficiency is important when buying or selling a home. The same study found that 72% say that energy efficient features would sway their decision to purchase a home, and 61% would be willing to pay $5,000 up front in order to save on utility costs later.

LEAP has new services to help sellers get fair market value for high performing, energy efficient homes, including the Appraisal Institute’s Green and Energy Efficient Appraisal Addendum

and a Home Performance Certificate.

Whether you’re in the market to buy or sell or if you’ve already found your forever home, as you thaw out this spring think about a home energy makeover to get more health, comfort, savings and value out of your home. n LEAP is a Charlottesville-based nonprofit that since 2010 has helped more than 1,500 homeowners with their home energy makeovers. www.leap-va.org

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First time buyers may also not have a clear picture of the kind of house their money will buy. Telefus described a young couple she worked with recently who looked at a home and were not interested. She showed them several others in their price range and then suggested that the first one actually was a good match on location and price. They took another look and decided it was the right house after all and bought it. Telefus explained that agents have to be patient when working with first timers as they learn about what are realistic options for them.

Housing Market Today, although the inventory is shrinking, there are still homes available in the under $200,000 range that are suitable for first time buyers.

Lewis said that most of her first time clients buy single family homes, although she estimated that about 25 percent buy town homes or condos.

While condo financing is sometimes challenging, she has sold several recently finding sources of funds for two first time buyers.

Some recent clients of Updike purchased a town home in Pavilions of Pantops. He counsels town home buyers like them to plan on living there long enough to develop some equity, and then move on to a single family detached home. One of the benefits of getting into the market, he said, is that it gives young buyers a “vision for the future.”

A home purchase also makes sense financially for buyers with good cred-

it. “Today’s interest rates are so low,” Updike said, “that it often makes more sense to buy than to rent, especially with lower price range homes. Often these buyers can buy a home for a monthly payment that is equivalent to what they pay in rent, and sometimes it is even less,” he continued.

HUD homes and foreclosures are other options that may appeal to first - Certified Distressed Property Expert time buyers, Lewis explained. The buy-Registered HUD Agent -Over 20 years experience ers have to do their inspections with -Hundreds of satisfied clients - Top 5 Agent in CAAR MLS care and be willing to do repairs them- Top 10 Assist2Sellauction office in North America properties at the court house steps 1. Trustee’s selves as the HUD homes come “as is,” 434.979.1223 (o) 434.996.8788 (c) she explained. Also buyers pay closing 2. Short Sales (pre-foreclosures) List and sell your home for as low as $2995* costs like termite inspections which areSellers: Facing foreclosure? Owe more on your home than it’s worth?

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