Resale Home Prices will Rise Maybe sooner than expected. It is all about the numbers, let me expand on this statement. With the slowdown in the economy, what we have been seeing locally in Charlottesville, and on a national level, is New Construction has been out pacing Resales for the last couple of years. Buyers […]
2012 Fall Party
Our 2012 Autumn party was one of the best yet. The weather was perfect and mother nature had outdone herself decorating with all the rich colors of autumn, creating a perfect backdrop. Add to that good food, great company and you have that just right combination for a good time. So often we just don’t […]
Retire to Charlottesville
When we first moved to Charlottesville, it was because we were looking for a better quality of life. We wanted four seasons, low crime, smaller town feel, excellent schools, exceptional health care and fine dining. We also wanted a healthy place to raise our children and certainly found this in Charlottesville. What is interesting is […]
Glasshouse Winey
Have you every been looking for the perfect place to take friends or family while they are visiting you in Charlottesville? Sometime a glass of wine with good friends is the best way to reconnect, relax and enjoy the season. Take a short drive to Free Union and visit Glass House Winey. There you will enjoy […]
Charlottesville Pumpkins
With the cool Fall weather in Virginia it is time to take a break from showing Charlottesville Real Estate and have some Family Fun. We love to carve pumpkins and this photo is just a sample. Now we are not experts at carving but we have gotten better over the years. Note: I do most […]
Southern Living Magazine says Charlottesville
Charlottesville is one of the Best Places to live My sister-in-law who lives in Louisiana loves reading Southern Living and brought this to my attention. The South’s Best College Towns has Charlottesville, VA at the top of the list – continue reading I have been telling people for years that I found Charlottesville Real […]
Solutions and Memorial Day
This weekend is Memorial Day weekend and I will be out with clients seeing homes in the Charlottesville area on Saturday and Sunday. This is typical for me on any weekend but there is a twist. On Memorial Day I will not be with clients but will be with my family. As a real estate […]
FOXFIELD RACE – 2011
FOXFIELD RACES It seems that there is always something to do instead of showing Charlottesville Real Estate and this is one of my favorites! FoxField Race – benefiting: The Little Keswick Foundation for Special Education This is a big day (Saturday, April 30th, 2011 ) Where: at Foxfield Race Track (about a mile from my home) in Western Albemarle is […]
Charlottesville IMAX Theater
Looks like it is official, Charlottesville will be getting the “IMAX experience”. My kids are excited, my wife is excited and so am I. this is something that we have missed by being in a smaller community but that is about to change. Below is the Press Release: Located at the intersection of Hydraulic Road […]
What is a Short Pump?
While doing a little shopping in the Richmond area we of course went to Short Pump. Located on the West side of Richmond, very convenient to Charlottesville home owners is a wonderful walking mall. The shops are fantastic and this photo is of the fountain in the middle of the square. Worth a visit if […]
Morning walk with Charles
A beautiful morning in Charlottesville and my wife took a nice walk. Selling real estate is 24/7 business and it always helps to get outside and get a little fresh air and exercise. And spending time with my wife is always a pleasure!
Charlottesville not to close to Washington DC
Going to DC Today we are driving from Charlottesville to DC. My kids are at that age where seeing the Museums and the Monuments that this country has to offer is a wonderful thing to do. Having the nations capital close by (not to close) is really a benefit to living in Charlottesville. Have a […]
Charlottesville Rain and Two Appointments
Charlottesville in the Rain Charlottesville As I am drinking a cup of coffee this morning I am listening and watching the rain in Charlottesville. Then I am off to 2 appointments (umbrella in hand). There is always a lot to do regarding real estate in Charlottesville, seems like I rarely have a blank day on my calendar!
Thomas Jefferson quote
“A wise and frugal government, which shall leave men free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned – this is the sum of good government.” Thomas Jefferson
Charles answers his phone
Ring… Ring… Ring… Hello? I had a person call me and when I answered the phone they sounded shocked. They first said they thought I was a recording and then they went on to tell me that they had called other agents and no one answered their phone Agents, How can you stay in business […]
Wordless Wednesday – I just woke up
I just had to laugh when I saw this photo, looks like he just work up! About The Author Charles McDonald, Broker and dedicated Buyers Agent is the author of this blog, and several other sites on the Internet. Charles and his group of experts in the Charlottesville area are always available to help you with your Real Estate needs. Call […]
Charlottesville Jobs
The Daily Progress reported on Dec 20th job losses in Charlottesville. I am glass half-full on this issue…. They said “the Charlottesville area’s unemployment rate remains relatively low at 3.4 percent. Out of the nation’s 369 metropolitan areas, Charlottesville has the 17th best jobless rate.” IMO – That’s not bad! to read the entire report […]
