As I sit here at my computer, drinking my coffee, I wonder what today might look like compared to a week ago. I'm consistently up between 4:45 and 5:30 every day-even weekends. I drink my coffee, engage in some devotionals, get some of my …

Let's face it, the real estate market, in general, slows down this time of year. Listings become a bit more scarce; the pool of buyers tends to wane as the holidays near, and the weather turns less than favorable. But why? Are there good reasons that sellers wait …

Virginia Tech Expects Its Largest Freshman Class This Fall

Virginia Tech expects to welcome its largest freshman class this fall.

The danger of one's home catching fire is without a doubt,  a concern that most homeowners have. We often feel that angst when we are away from home, and our four-legged children are left alone. I worry far less about my possessions than I do their lives. With …

Winter is apparently upon us and it's the time of year when it’s especially important to make sure your home is properly sealed. Air leaks can make it difficult to keep your home properly heated and can lead to high utility bills. Here’s quick guide to checking your home …

An evacuation plan is a necessity for every home, especially if you live in an area where fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, flooding, and other disasters are a possibility. Many homeowners create evacuation plans for their homes and practice them with their kids, but far fewer have considered one for their pets …

• Hardwood floors are highly desirable for most homeowners, but they come with their share of challenges when it comes to cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. After a few months or years of heavy use from kids playing with toys and chairs being shuffled around, it may be time for some DIY …

When you put your home up for sale, one of the best ways to determine the asking price is to look at comparable sales. There’s rarely a perfect apples-to-apples comparison, so a pricing decision often relies on comparisons to several recent sales in the area. Here are five criteria to …

Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but keep in mind there may be more than meets the eye. To …