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Listing Agent: Shonda Morrissette First Choice Realty, Inc. 804-822-1816 ShondaRealEstate@Gmail.com COVER HOME:

BRAND NEW HOME- Ready For Move In! Craftsman Style, 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Open Plan On 3.6 Acres, bonus room, 2 car garage.

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Beautiful and Well Maintained Ranch is waiting for it’s next owners! This THREE bedroom, TWO bath home offers a spacious open floor plan and private back yard that is sure to please. Ask for Georgia.

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Welcome Home to Maplewood Forest! Come see Amelia’s newest subdivision located only a minute from Route 360! Easy access to Farmville, Amelia, and Chesterfield counties. Each wooded lot offers privacy to build your new dream home. All lots have been perked for 4 Bedrooms! Bring your own Builder!

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HERE’S YOUR PLACE....FEEL LIKE YOU ARE ON VACATION EVERY DAY! This Wonderful ONE-OF-AKIND Custom Two Story home is perfectly set atop a hil on a Wooded 6.387 RARE Acres in the Court House / Vil age area of Amelia . Just a minute from Highway 360, this location makes for a quick commute and convenience to shopping, schools, etc. The Floor Plan is beaming with Large Rooms!

Boasting 53+ Affordabe Acres, a mixture of woods and open property, this property is a very versatile one! Located off of Highway 360, this location lends for a quick, no hassle commute! Property also includes an existing foundation for a large shop/garage.

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45 ACRES W/ a COUNTRY COTTAGE, FARM BUILDINGS & NO RESTRICTIONS!! THIS IS A RARE OFFERING. H20 ON THE BACK PROPERTY LINE TO A SOUGHT-AFTER-FOR-ITS-FISHING, 80-ACRE LAKE.. THEN THE FRONT HAS NEARLY 400’ OF ROAD FRONTAGE

Now being offered for sale, a rare Treasure of Amelia, The Pink Cottage circa 1900. Located in the Village/ Court House area of Amelia county, this vintage schoolhouse (one of the first known) turned home is waiting for its next chapter in the local history books!

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY NOW AVAILABLE!! New Construction is thriving again, and this New Listing presents the opportunity to buy a house on 5 Acres, and have 5 possible ADDITIONAL BUILDING LOTSZ!

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Please Say You Saw It In The Real Estate Book - Vol. 24, No. 10 - Page 3 KELLY CLAYTON

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Chesterfield County Amazing 6 bedroom home for under 300k; can’t find anything like it for the price in a well established quiet cul-de-sac! $274,999 MLS# 1620683 Text P619993 to 85377

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Reduced Henrico County Exceptional short sale home in desirable area for a bargain price! $122,000 MLS# 1609228 Text P216654 to 85377

One of the biggest waterfront lots in the subdivision. Can you imagine living on a 144 acre lake only 20 minutes from downtown Richmond? $35,000 MLS# 1532008 Text P216651 to 85377

New Kent County 100% financing - No down payment. Only minutes from I-64 - country living without the long commute! $159,950 MLS# 1608059 Text P276294 to 85377

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HOW TO GET TAX CREDITS FOR IMPROVED HOME SUSTAINABILITY We live in a day and age where recycling, up-cycling, and going green are common. With everything from second-hand clothing stores to electric cars, people are finding inventive ways to save energy, not to mention money. We have been seeing this idea of sustainability creep into our homes more and more throughout the last decade, and now the government is offering tax credits for making the upgrades to a more energy-efficient homestead.

Here are five home improvements that will save you energy and give you a break from Uncle Sam in 2016.

PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY SYSTEMS

These systems are made up of the familiar solar panels that we’ve been seeing more of over the past 10 years.

Simply put, they are battery cells that harness the sun’s energy and transform that energy into electricity for the house. Once professionally installed, these can reduce your home’s annual carbon dioxide output by an average of 35,180 pounds. These systems will earn you a tax credit of 30% of the cost with no upper limit. The only requirement is that this upgrade is made to your primary or secondary home.

WINDOWS

If you swap out your house’s old windows for newer Energy Star approved versions, you could save your household an average of 12 percent on your energy bills.

There are a few catches on this credit, though. It must be an existing residence, and labor costs cannot be included in your total. The tax credit is 10% of the window cost with a limit of $200.

INSULATION

This is one of the more affordable options to improve your home’s sustainability. Insulation improves the heating and cooling efficiency of your home, and can be self-installed in about a day (thus saving even more cash).This will credit your tax bill up to $500. Anything that reduces air leaks can fall under this category, including weather stripping, caulk, house wrap, or spray foam designed for air sealing.

Sources: energystar.gov, forbes.com, windenergyfoundation.org

RESIDENTIAL WIND TURBINES

If you live on an acre or more, you could have your very own wind turbine that produces emissions-free electricity for your house. The average cost of a residential turbine is around $30,000, with 30% of the system’s cost being credited back for taxes. It could take anywhere from 6 to 30 years to recover the cost of a small wind turbine, depending on factors such as electricity usage of the home, height, and diameter of the turbine, and wind speed in the area.

ROOFS

If your roof needs major repairs or replacement, perhaps you should replace it with an Energy Star approved metal or asphalt roof. These have pigmented coatings or cooling granules that reduce heat retainment. The tax credit is 10% of the cost, not including labor costs. The only catch is that it must be Energy Star certified.

Choosing upgrades for your home to improve its sustainability isn’t only good for your wallet. These improvements greatly reduce the overall carbon footprint of your household. The more of the population that gets on board with energy efficiency, the greater we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which affect the global population. Before choosing which improvements to make, consider the cost of the materials, the labor weighed against the energy savings, the reduction of your carbon footprint, and the potential tax credit. Even more improvements for home sustainability and the tax credits associated with them can be found at EnergyStar.gov.

HAPPY SAVINGS!

NURSERY DECORATING

Trends FOR 2016 Whether it’s your first or your fifth, having a new baby is exciting and a cause for preparation. The nursery, where your bundle will sleep and play, is key to creating an atmosphere conducive to sleep and relaxation. You’ll be especially thankful for your nursery amidst the cries and late night snacks. Here are some of the nursery decoration trends to watch for in 2016 that can help make your baby’s new room a portrait of his or her personality!

Pastels Are Back

Statement Cribs

The Wonder of Wood

Making it Modern

The sweet gentle colors of pink or blue are still around. Pastels have returned with a bang, offering a calming effect to any room.

But don’t feel closed in by the traditional colors. We see others like periwinkle, lilac, and pale green. These soft colors are modernized by blending with newer patterns and modern decor.

In the end, the nursery and the decorations you choose are what you love. Don’t be afraid to venture out of the trendy box to make the room a relaxing environment for you and your baby. sources: Pinterest.com, projectnursery.com, sheknows.com

It’s no secret that natural wooden decor has made its way into our homes, from carvings for the walls to natural wooden crates made into shelving. Now that wooden look seeps into the nursery. This year, wood panel wall pieces are big, and often splashed with phrases or names. For cribs, reclaimed wood or natural wood tones are on the rise, but they still compete with the traditional white and espresso tones.

Bold With Lighting

Along with cribs as a centerpiece, there is also a trend towards bold statement lighting fixtures. Pendants or chandeliers sparkle from the ceiling, drawing the eye upwards as you glance around the room. Just a quick stroll through Pinterest, and we see large lampshade fixtures, lighting made to look like wood, main lights with dangling mobile pieces (a great way to include your chosen animal or shape), or large modern bulbs.

Cribs are essential to the nursery, and they’ve got something to say! In 2016, we see statement cribs in the baby’s rooms as more than a sleep place, but an art centerpiece. Crib manufacturers are getting bold, playing with the shapes, materials, and colors of the crib. One maker even uses solid, colored acrylic pieces as one side of the crib’s wall.

Even with pastels coming back, they are blended in with the sleek, clean look of modern decor. Instead of frills and florals, we are seeing a resurgence of simple and sharp.

Geometric shapes can be incorporated in the wall hangings, how the wall is painted, or into a rug. The sharp lines of a modern look helps to balance the fluff traditionally seen in nurseries.

To the Skies

It is typical in the nursery world to have a shape or animal that people gravitate to that they can splash here and there in the room. According to ProjectNursery.com, 2016 will see many nurseries that are zooming to the skies with pictures of clouds or moons as the focus. Having a specific theme to the nursery offers a fun and creative way to decorate the nursery and incorporate that icon in several different places.

Your Recipe of the Month Fire up the grill tonight for these Spicy Honey BBQ Chicken Kabobs, drizzled with an easy-to-make glaze that’s sure to impress your guests!

Honey Bacon BBQ Chicken Skewers (Adapted from SpicedBlog)

INGREDIENTS For the Glaze: 6 slices bacon, chopped 3/4 cup honey 3 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp hot sauce For the Skewers: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders 3 Tbsp soy sauce 3 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp honey 2 tsp garlic, minced ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 1 medium zucchini, sliced into ½” rings 1 yellow squash, sliced into ½” rings 1 medium red onion, sliced into 2” pieces 1 red bell pepper, sliced into 2” pieces • Once chicken is completely thawed, slice into one-inch cubes; set aside.

• In a small bowl, whisk together next 6 ingredients.

• Lightly toss the cubed chicken in mixture until well-coated.

• Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour.

• While chicken is marinating, soak eight 8-inch wooden skewers in water.

• Meanwhile, make the Glaze. In a large pan, cook the bacon until it is crisp, then remove to a paper-towel-lined plate and let cool. Crumble the bacon and set aside.

• Drain the grease from the pan; add honey, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Let bubble over medium heat; add bacon.

• Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly thickened, then remove from heat. The glaze will continue to thicken as it cools down.

• Preheat grill to medium heat.

• In whichever order you prefer, thread the chicken, zucchini, squash, onion and pepper onto the skewers.

• Place skewers on grill and brush tops generously with Glaze. Close grill and cook for 5-6 minutes.

• Flip skewers and brush tops with remaining Glaze. Cook for 5-6 more minutes, or until chicken is completely cooked through.

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Adding a houseplant or two always seems to improve the look of a room. As it turns out, certain houseplants can also improve your health. According to recent studies by NASA, these specific plants can filter out dangerous compounds that are commonly found in most homes – the types of compounds that are often associated with respiratory illnesses, cancer, and other conditions.

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English Ivy – a trailing ivy plant that requires partial shade and light weekly watering

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Variegated Snake Plant – Has tall, broad, green and white leaves. Requires partial shade and weekly watering

✿ Red-edged Dracaena – Almost cactus-like in appearance, this plant needs direct sunlight and weekly watering

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Cornstalk Dracaena – Produces cornstalk-type leaves. Wants partial shade and weekly watering

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Broadleaf Lady Palm – Fern-like plant that likes partial shade and weekly watering

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Flamingo Lily – Also known as anthurium, this plant produces shiny red flowers and requires partial shade and weekly watering

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Devil’s Ivy – produces luxurious ivy leaves, likes partial shade, and needs only monthly watering

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Lilyturf – Produces purple flowers. Requires partial shade and weekly watering.

Remember to water lightly in most cases, as over-watering can cause root rot and kill the plant.

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Choose From Several Gorgeous Plans Such As These:

OR BRING YOUR OWN PLAN! HOMES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE SHOWN BELOW:

2 Acres. Open Plan. 4 Bedrooms. 2 Bath. Stone Fireplace, Granite Counters, Huge Kitchen Island, Wood Floors, Master Suite. Gorgeous Tile In Bath. Large Porch And Deck. Laundry Room With “Drop Zone”.

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3.6 Acres. Open Plan. 4 Bedrooms. 3 Baths. Bonus Room. 2 Car Garage. Stone Fireplace, Charming “BuiltIns”, Wood Floors, Large Kitchen Island, Granite Counters, Master Suite. Huge Walk In Closet. Luxury Bath. Laundry Room. “’Drop Zone”. Much More! $329,900

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Blackstone Area: 25 ACRES on 188 ACRE State Maintained NOTTOWAY (Lee) LAKE! Includes a 24’ x52’ GARAGE! Enjoy as is or build your dream home! $149,000

NOTTOWAY- Only 6 miles to BLACKSTONE- Similar home to be built. Open plan! 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 5 acres within short distance to NOTTOWAY (LEE) LAKE. (Lake is State owned and maintained w/ fishing dock, boat ramp, dam,&parking area.) CRAFTSMAN style home will include granite counters, wood floors, stainless appliances, beautiful front porch, deck, master bedroom with double vanity and more! $199,900

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HANOVER ~ All brick custom built ranch home with 2-car attached garage on almost 8 acres of land. 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, 2892 sq ft, $409,000. Call Steve A. Dalton, (804) 8406926.

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GOOCHLAND ~ Full Finished Basement, Maintenance Free/ Not Age Restricted.

4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, 4000 sq ft, Plus much much more. $598,900. Call Steve A. Dalton, (804) 8406926.

GOOCHLAND ~ Finished Basement w/Huge Storage & Work Area. Maintenance Free/Not Age Restricted. 4 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths, 4005 sq ft, $535,000. Call Steve A. Dalton, (804) 8406926.

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Jim.Remo@JoynerFineProperties.com Meadowville Landing James River Access JUST LISTED! Beautifully appointed & upgraded w/ 4 bdrms & 3.5 baths (incl. private master & guest ensuite). Features huge eat-in kit. w/ morning rm, butlers’ pantry, 2story family rm, private office, formal rms, & foyer w/ grand curved staircase. Spacious laundry rm, mud rm w/ access to 3-car garage. Hardwoods on 1st flr & 2nd flr hallway, extensive trim package throughout. 3rd floor unfinished attic can be finished. $659,950.

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Knollwood Atlee ACRE LOT! Dutch Colonial with hardwood flooring throughout most of the home & has just over 2900 sq. ft. Features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, formal rooms, family room with wood stove and built-in bookcases, sun room w/ access to deck, walk-up attic, 2-car garage, paved driveway, all on park-like setting. Atlee High School district. Close to great shopping, dining, entertainment, and major interstates. $384,950

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MORTGAGE MYTHS DEBUNKED Buying your first home is one of the most intimidating and overwhelming purchases that we make in our adult lives. The idea of a mortgage can be daunting, and you may question your creditworthiness, your financial obligations as a mortgage holder, and what it means to have a home as an investment.

Often times, consumers are misled by their own misconceptions and have yet to learn the facts about mortgages. To here you along the way, here are some common mortgage myths and the truth behind them.

A HIGH CREDIT SCORE ISN’T A MUST

YOU DON’T NEED A 20% DOWN PAYMENT

Many home hunters think that a high or near perfect credit score is a necessity in order to qualify for a mortgage in the first place. Thankfully, this is false. Some first-time homeowners haven’t adequately built up their credit, so there are fortunately loans out there, such as a FHA loan, that have a minimum FICO score requirement of 580. If your credit score is lower than this, consider taking a few years to better build your score. A higher score can mean more flexibility in home buying.

The 20 percent marker as a goal for down payment is nothing less than intimidating. These days, there are many loans that do not require 20% down. The previously mentioned FHA loan can require as little as 3.5% down.

The downside to this is the required PMI (private mortgage insurance) that is tacked on top of the mortgage payment as a protection for the lender. One unconventional route is taking out a loan for your down payment on top of the mortgage loan, but this much borrowing can get out of hand quickly. Keep in mind that the lower the down payment, the higher the monthly mortgage payment.

A HOME INVESTMENT IS A NOT-SO-SURE THING Some people believe that buying a house as an investment opportunity is a sure thing for return on investment. This simply is not the truth. Although a house can hold its value, it’s important not to go into home buying with only returns in mind. The housing market is a fickle creature, and even when things are good, values rise slowly. Remember that it takes a while to build equity, particularly if your down payment is small. The first few payments in the life of a loan go towards interest, not the equity nest egg. Even if you are approved for a large mortgage loan, remember to keep the location of the home, as well as how well the home works for you, at the forefront of your mind, rather than being investment minded.

PRE-QUALIFIED IS NOT PRE-APPROVED Before you begin your home perusal, start with a stop at the bank. Find out what you are pre-qualified for and let this number help navigate your hunting. Don’t be fooled, though. Pre-qualifying doesn’t guarantee that you will be approved for that amount in the final purchasing hour.

Once a home is decided upon, a lender will use things beyond your stated income to determine your approved amount. This includes things such as past tax returns and credit score. Further still, credit checks or major purchases up until your closing date can take a toll on what your mortgage lender will give out.

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STEPS TO PREPARE FOR A REMODEL 1. Research your project. Taking time to research projects will provide a good sense of what is involved such as price, scope of work, return on investment and new product/material options. Also, research property values in your neighborhood to make sure your project is in line with other homes in the area.

2. Plan project around the long-term. How long do you plan to stay in your home? How might your family structure change over time? Life can change quickly—these questions should be answered early on to ensure your project will fit your lifestyle long after it’s complete.

3. Set your budget. Deciding on a realistic budget and arranging finances to support your project are essential. This number needs to include everything—the project, products, contingencies, etc. Don’t be afraid to share this with your remodeler; professionals are respectful of a client’s budget and will create a plan around it, not over it.

4. Use advanced search for professionals. The online world makes it easy to gather information about strangers. Ask friends, family and neighbors for referrals and then spend time researching that person online. Professional remodelers take their reputation seriously and hold credentials beyond licensing, such as certifications, memberships in trade associations and additional training. Look for examples of press coverage or involvement in industry presentations or events. Check online reviews and social media to see how they interact with past clients and peers.

5. Ask the right questions. Time and cost are important, but getting the right information requires the right questions. Ask your professional remodeler about his educational background, training, specialties or past issues with clients. Ask about how the remodeling process will work.

The Remodeling Industry (NARI) advises homeowners of the 10 most important steps to take before the remodeling project starts.

What can a homeowner do to prepare for a remodel?

NARI provides a top 10 list of steps homeowners should take before breaking ground on their next remodel.

6. Verify your remodeler. Don’t take their word for it.

Check the information given to you such as references, license numbers, insurance information and certifications by calling providers to verify. Request a visit to an active client’s job site. Make it known that you are checking on him—a true professional considers that as a positive sign to working with a homeowner.

7. Review contracts word-by-word. A remodeling contract protects you and your remodeler. Homeowners should review this carefully. Professional remodelers have done this before, and know what should go in a contract. Homeowners are not as familiar with remodeling and should ask about terms if they don’t understand. Pay attention to details about change orders, payment, additional fees, timeline and responsibilities.

If it’s not in the contract, it doesn’t exist.

8. Keep design in mind. Your design guides the entire project. Think about what you dislike about your current space and the intended use of the new space.

Make sure you can articulate specifically what you like about that design when talking to your designer.

9. Make your selections. Deciding on products and materials is a larger process than most imagine. With so many options to choose from, product selections are one of the primary reasons for project timelines to get extended. Base decisions on quality, function, price, style and availability. Include selections in the contract to lock down pricing and keep your budget intact.

10. Create a communication plan. Your remodeler should lay out a communication plan at the beginning of the project. If not, ask them to do so. This plan should clarify roles of everyone involved, communication methods, availability, and frequency of communication that is expected.

As an industry that struggles with a persistent negative perception of remodeling contractors, these tips serve both the industry and consumers in elevating real professionals from the pack.

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STEPS FOR MOVING INTO A NEW KITCHEN

Have you heard of the “kitchen confusion dance?” It’s where you dance around the kitchen opening and closing cabinet doors in search of utensils, plates and bowls or a small appliance.

Moving into a kitchen, whether in a new-to-you home or after remodeling, is full of decisions. After assisting countless clients as a professional organizer and seven moves of my own, I’ve got more tricks up my sleeve than a magician.

As you pull a jumble of kitchen items from boxes, you really do have a goal. It isn’t just to get everything stashed out of sight in your new cabinets, but to create a smooth, working kitchen. You’ll want to maximize all of the storage provided by your cabinets and be very selective about what you choose to leave out on your counters so that you have plenty of room for food preparation.

Consider these tips, then use some sticky notes to temporarily label your kitchen cabinets.

It will make unpacking much easier if you take a moment to plan before diving in.

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There is no task you will do more often than unload your dishwasher.

Make it as easy as possible by locating the most common items as close as you can to the dishwasher.

Drinking glasses: Choose the cabinet closest to the dishwasher. You can carry a stack of plates across the kitchen, but you can only carry a few glasses at a time. Put them in the easiest-to-reach location.

Silverware: Choose the drawer closest to the dishwasher that is large enough for your collection.

Everyday dishes: Choose the nextclosest cabinet for plates and bowls.

Coffee mugs: There are two great options depending on your cabinet locations: either near the dishwasher, or decide upon your coffee maker location and place the mugs close to that.

Children’s dishes: If you have sippy cups and plastic ware for your young ones, choose a shelf or drawer in a lower cabinet so the children can easily reach their own cups, plates and bowls.

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Gather everything you use for the stove and oven and locate it nearby. An under-the-oven drawer is great for broiler and baking pans, saucepans and lids or skillets.

Pots, Pans and Skillets: Locate in a deep drawer or cabinet convenient to the stove.

Casseroles and Baking Pans: Both upper and lower cabinets or deep drawers can work for these.

Cooking Utensils: Collect all the spatulas, scrapers and spoons you use at the stovetop and locate them nearby in an attractive crock or close-by drawer.

Pot holders: Add a couple of removable stick-on hooks inside a door close to the stove and oven for pot holders.

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Along with the dishes, you’ll be doing a lot of prep work at the sink.

Remember that if you have an island in your kitchen, the cabinets in the island directly opposite of the sink are also convenient.

Dish washing: Claim half of the cabinet space under the sink for dish and kitchen cleaning products. If you have a young family, make sure to take appropriate safety precautions.

Chef knives: Place your knives near the sink, either in a block or use a nearby drawer.

Cutting boards: Locate cutting boards under the sink or in a lower cabinet very close to the sink.

Colanders and Strainers: You’ll be grabbing colanders or strainers for rinsing berries or other produce. Choose a location close to your cutting boards and knives.

Towels: Wet hands at the sink means you’ll grab for a towel. Choose a near-by drawer or even a basket under the sink.

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Now that you’ve assigned storage to the basics, you can allocate your cabinet space to the remaining items. There will always be odds and ends, such as plastic leftover dishes, so think in categories and put likeitems together.

Food Storage: If you don’t have a dedicated pantry, choose several kitchen cabinets located next to each other and turn those into your pantry.

You don’t want food spread all over the kitchen.

Baking: Creating a baking center is a great way to organize all the things used for baking. Place cake pans, muffin tins and cookie decorating tools into one area.

Small Appliances: If you use it daily or several times per week, leave it out.

Otherwise, store it away. Lower roll-out shelves are perfect for these.

Entertaining: Items for entertaining, such as chip and dip sets and platters, are perfect for storing in out-of-the-way cabinets over the fridge or stove.

ULTRA MODERN FIXTURES FOR A FUTURISTIC BATHROOM As a homeowner, one of the most worthwhile investments you can make is a bathroom upgrade.

Bathroom renovations enhance not only real estate value, but also your overall enjoyment of the space, and appointments these days are light years ahead of the materials used in other types of remodels.

If you’re considering an upgrade, go for one (or all!) of these ultra modern, futuristic fixtures: SPACE-AGE SHOWERS From showers with dual spray and steam functionality to smart showers that “customize the clean,” a variety of high-tech, luxury upgrades are transforming the simple shower into a spa-like experience.

Smart showers, which can be programmed based on temperature and pressure, can also be controlled remotely, giving you the ability to start the water flow and set the temperature before stepping in.

Shower technology has also expanded to include waterproof sound systems that stream your favorite music through a shower head speaker.

MIND-BLOWING MIRRORS If you’re a bathroom multitasker, intelligent mirrors keep step with the busy pace of your lifestyle. Lowend varieties, such as an anti-fog mirror, use heat or special coatings to ensure the surface remains free of condensation, even after showering. On the higher end are digital mirrors that incorporate a touchscreen display, WiFi, TV and Internet functionality.

FAR-OUT FAUCETS Touch-free faucets have been around for some time, but modern digital electronic faucets do far more than turn on sans touch. Electronic faucets use infrared technology to turn off when a user’s hand moves away, and allow users to program the temperature of the water and the duration of the flow. Some faucets even feature software embedded in touchscreen technology that helps monitor your water usage!

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Chesterfield $200,000 4BR, 3BA home features: formal rooms, eat-in kitchen, family room w/fp, vinyl windows & 2 sheds. Riley Ingram, Jr. 720-9494 MLS:1533371 Text P240845 to 85377

Chester $219,500 Commercial Property & 3 bedroom home w/living room, kitchen & 2 garages all in one on 12+ acres!Cathy Drumheller 586-0168 MLS:1620581 Text P686245 to 85377

Chester $265,000 4BR, 3BA home boasts: formal rooms, 3 fireplaces, full basement, screened-in back porch & 2-car garage. Riley Ingram, Jr. 720-9494 MLS:1626549 Text P275229 to 85377

Chester $319,000 3BR, 2.5BA home w/lots of extras, formal rooms, family room, office & 3-car garage. The Keith & Deborah Team 712-0188/8982889 MLS:1620812 Text P113035 to 85377

Chester $449,500 5BR, 2.5BA, 4,600+ sq. home on 2+ acres boasts: open floor plan, finished basement and lots of extras. Cathy Drumheller 586-0168 MLS:1626545 Text P272143 to 85377

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Page 18 - Please Say You Saw It In The Real Estate Book - Vol. 24, No. 10 COMMERCIAL 7500 Boulders View Drive, Richmond, VA 23225 Licensed in the Commonwealth of VA Business conducted with Virginia CU Realty, LLC is separate and distinct from any business with Virginia Credit Union

Jacquelyn Edwards REALTOR®, GRI, ABR, SFR 804-720-1874 Jacquelyn.Edwards@vacurealty.com

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GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: ONLY $90,000. Property zoned for Service Station but is currently used as a Tire Shop.

The property is a 2 Bay Garage. 10x10 Bay Steel Doors. Doors approximately 9 years old. Office, Up Graded Electrical Panel Box. Storage Room. LARGE CORNER LOT. Partially Fenced. Located in Historic Foley Castle District. Close to Old Town Petersburg and Virginia State University. Very close proximity to Washington Street. Owner is Retiring. DON’T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY SLIP AWAY!

6600 W Broad St, Suite 150 Richmond, VA 23230 Licensed in the State of VA

Amber Kennedy REALTOR®, GRI 804-837-0927 amberykennedy@gmail.com

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FIRST FLOOR LIVING overlooks Atlee Lake!

Teen or in-law suite, 3150 sf, 5/4, low maintenance & Like new! Amber Kennedy - 804837-0927.

MECHANICSVILLE New Construction, Make your choices! First Floor Master, 2344 s.f., 4/4, half acre lot. Amber Kennedy - 804837-0927.

3057 George Washington Memorial Hwy/ PO Box 98, Hayes, VA 23072 Licensed in the State of VA

Deborah Rhodes 804-387-0000 deborahsrhodes@aol.com www.victoryrhodesrealty.com

GENTLEMAN’S FARM ....CLOSE TO CITY! LOVELY HOME ON 4.36 AC w/2 stall horse barn & pasture area; Unique features with lots of character, original wood floors, attic spaces converted to huge closet/storage spaces, Kitchen w/granite tops, 1st floor Master suite w/stone flooring, subway tile dual head shower, sep tub; 5 bedrms, 3 full baths;florida room, conservatory area, back porch, det. 2 car garage, paved drive; spacious basement w/workshop & utility area. Must see to appreciate. $369,500

11920 Hull Street Road Midlothian, VA 23112 Licensed in the state of VA

Linda Frazer REALTOR® 804-564-3510 lindafrazer@comcast.net

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WILLOW CREEK CUSTOM HOME

WOW HOUSE! Masters Up & Down, Great Rm w/Wall of Windows,Gourmet Kitchen, Formal DR, 1st Floor Office, 4 Bdrms, Rec Rm, 3 1/2 Baths, Screened Porch, Deck w/Hot Tub, 2 Car Garage, Available Now. Call Linda Frazer, (804) 564-3510.

INCREDIBLE 1ST FLOOR MASTER SUITE, Grt. Rm w/Wall of Windows, Columns, Awesome Kitchen,Formal DR, 5 BRs, 3 1/2 BA, 32’ Deck, 38’ Custom Stone Patio w/Fire Pit, Fenced Private Rear Yd, 2 Car Gar, Stacked Stone Front & MORE!

579 Southlake Blvd., Southport Office Park Richmond, VA 23236-3042

Joanne Cash REALTOR® - Broker 804-378-7000 Realtrcash@aol.com

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BRIGHTON GREEN THIS 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATH CHESTERFIELD COUNTY Tri-Level home features formal Foyer, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Plus Office/Sitting Room. Central Air and gas Fireplace, HUGE lot! Priced to sell. $299,950

IMMACULATE 3 BR, 2 1/2 BATH CHESTERFIELD COUNTY Tri-Level features Foyer, LR, DR, newer kitchen w/appliances, family rm w/FP wall and raised hearth.

French doors lead to a patio and back yard w/Garden Shed. Office/Utility Rm. Beautiful Hardwoods! Heat Pump/Central Air. Only $199,950!

BRAND NEW HOME- READY FOR For additional information on this home or other listings, contact: MOVE IN! CRAFTSMAN style, 4 Shonda Morrissette BEDROOM, 3 BATH OPEN plan on First Choice Realty, Inc. 3.6 ACRES located in Amelia just 13 804-822-1816 miles from Woodlake & 2 miles from ShondaRealEstate@Gmail.com Chesterfield County line! Home offers luxurious finishes and features which include wood floors in great room and hallway, ceramic tile in baths and laundry room, pendant lighting, stone front gas fireplace, beautiful built ins. AND SO MUCH MORE!!

1 Anderson Road • Richmond, Virginia 23228

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Rick Stockel

Licensed in the State of Va.

A Trusted Name in Richmond Real Estate

Henrico 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths 1171 sq ft, $165,000 Text P237927 to 85377

Hanover 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 2468 sq ft, $310,000.

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Hanover 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths 3601 sq ft, $394,900.

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Chesterfield 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, 2238 sq ft, $259,000.

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Chesterfield 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, 1846 sq ft, $175,000.

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WOODLAKE/ PLEASANT GROVE. Classic Colonial in Fabulous Community! Formal LR and DR, spacious Fam. Rm. w/FP & huge kitchen! New kit. appliances & new carpet throughout! 4BD / 2 ½ Baths/ 2128 sq ft / 1.5 car gar. Offered at $249,500 Teresa Melton 804-334-7560 www.TMeltonRealEstate.com

CARYTOWN AREA HOME now approved for $155K Short-Sale. This is a 3 bedroom 2 story, 1 & ½ bath property that sits on a double lot! A diamond in the rough, it needs repairs and upgrades! Contact Kevin Puller – 804-840-1118 for details!

BRANDERMILL -ON THE GOLF COURSE, 16TH GREEN! Well maintained 4 bdrm. home w/two car garage on Lg. lot. Formal rooms, Lg. eat-in kitchen w/FP, morning room, first fl. bedroom w/full bath, master suite w/office/reading area (FP), Lg. deck w/great golf course views. Home is designed for family living & entertaining! $349,500 Call Andy 804-564-1935

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BRANDERMILL/LITCHFIELD BLUFF. Move in Ready!

Beautifully remodeled townhome style home in fabulous waterfront neighborhood convenient to hiking/ bike trails, Sunday Park, & Boathouse Restaurant!

3 Bdrms, 2 ½ Baths, 2,215 sq ft. $224,950. Teresa Melton 804-334-7560 www.TMeltonRealEstate.com

2.5 ACRES on Midlothian w/6 additional acres for 8.5 acres zoned commercial! 2.5 miles w. of the Rt. 60/288 interchange & West Chester Commons Mall on Eastbound side of RT 60. County records documented 33,000 vehicles traveled daily in 2012. Perfect location for a variety of commercial businesses. Contact Kevin Puller at 804-840-1118 or Sly Wright 804-363-7265. MLS/ID:1526863

ON THE 8TH FAIRWAY! Well maintained two-story on a beautifully landscaped lot in quiet, peaceful area of Brandermill. Family Rm. w/ masonry FP, Formal Din. Rm, eat-in Kitchen w/upgraded appliances, 4 or 5 Bdrms, Bonus Rm, screened porch & fenced rear yard.

Your family will enjoy living on golf course & the many amenities of this award winning community. $245,500 Call Andy 804-564-1935

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BEAUTIFUL, 25 ACRE ROAD front parcel with a creek, Half fields. Perfect for horses. Older house with Tenants. $199,950. Adjacent 3 acre parcel, $21,000. MLS#1531815

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MAGNOLIA GREEN MLS#1613323 Awesome Ranch w/9’ Ceiling, Finished Attic, Attached 2-Car Garage, Huge Country Front Porch, Bedrooms divided by Lg. Greatroom and Fantastic Kitchen. Seller will pay assessment fee. Call to Preview Today! REDUCED $315,000

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MEADOWVILLE LANDING – Walk to the James River from this gorgeous custom brick home.

First floor master, screen porch, five bedrooms, 3 car garage & much more. Over 4,000 SF of luxury living. $515,000.

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