When you take a new listing, your goal is to sell that home. You market, you show, you hope for an offer to come in. The longer the home is listed, the more you learn about the seller, their hopes and dreams, their fears. If your fortunate, the time comes when an offer comes in and is accepted. What you don't always expect is to become friends with the seller.
Today we closed.
My clients have moved on to an exciting new phase in their lives having become grandparents just this month. Another family is thrilled with their new home and are busy moving in and making plans. It was a pleasure to represent the sellers and I wish them well. But, I will miss my friends.
Debbie Malone, Realtor ®
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
(434) 546-0369
When performing a search for a new home, many buyers ask me to search by school district. According to schooldig.com, Brookville High School Ranks 16th out of 303 public High Schools in the Commonwealth of Virginia. If you're moving to Campbell County and want your children to attend school in the Brookville District, consider purchasing a home in Evington.
Evington, Virginia is located in Campbell County, just outside the Lynchburg city limits. Evington has the advantage of a low county tax rate of .46 per $100 assessed value. If you want to enroll your children in the Brookville School System this fall, click on the school name to be directed to the website:
Are You in the market for a new home? Check out these Evington listings:
174 David’s Way, Leesville Road Estates, 2000sf, NEW CONSTRUCTION MLS# 232445 $252,900
1298 Sunburst Rd 3 Bedrooms, 1142sf, MLS #241957 $121,900
97 Cooks Branch Rd 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1926sf- SIX Acres, MLS # 241310 $259,900
For information on relocating to Campbell County, Virginia please contact me at:
Debbie Malone, Realtor ®
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
20395 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 546-0369
The first Virginia Tech Football game against East Carolina is fast approaching. The season starts August 30, check out the 2008 Schedule. Don’t miss out- 2008 Hokie Effect Orange and Maroon T-Shirts are now available at the VT bookstore.
Short sleeve is $6.00 each, long sleeve $10.00 each. Buy one of each at the same time for $12.00 total. Come out and support Coach Beamer and Virginia Tech football. Available:
On Campus:
Dietrick General Store
HokieShop Stadium Stores
Off Campus:
Volume Two Bookstore
Have you been considering relocating to Bedford County, Virginia? Located in Central Virginia, Bedford County was established in 1754 and named for the Fourth Duke of Bedford. In 1839, the Town of Liberty (now the City of Bedford) was established. Bedford City is the county seat, but independent of Bedford County. A Board of Supervisors governs the County and employs a County Administrator as chief administrative officer.
The county is located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and covers 764 beautiful square miles. Bedford County is bounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west, the James River on the northeast and Smith Mountain Lake on the south. Lynchburg is approximately 20 minutes from Bedford City. We enjoy four seasons and a moderate climate.
Bedford County is home to the National D-Day Memorial, several wineries, the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway (located on Rte 460 West). Thomas Jefferson’s retreat, Poplar Forest, is located in the community of Forest. Recreation abounds in Bedford County; hiking, boating and fishing are popular activities.
Bedford County is one of the fastest growing in the Commonwealth of Virginia with a population of over 60,000. Industry, commerce and agriculture ensures a strong economic base. Bedford County is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. I've included some of the information that would be helpful when moving to Bedford County.
Communities within Bedford County:
Three highway systems run through or are accessible to Bedford County:
AIRPORTS
Lynchburg and Roanoke regional airports provide air service to the Bedford County area.
Appalachian Power Company (800) 956-4237
Western District Office (800) 552-2118
Bedford Electric Dept (540) 587-6047
Power Outages (540) 587-6071
Columbia Gas of VA (800) 543-8911
24 hour emergency response (800) 544- 5606
AT & T (Residential) (800) 464-7928
(Repair) (800) 246-8564
GCR Telecommunications (R & B) (434) 572-1765
MCI Metro ATS, Inc (Residential) (800) 950-5555
NTELOS (R & B) (877) 468-3567 www.ntelos.com
Verizon (Residential) 1+area code+954-6222
Comcast (800) 266-2278
JetBroadband (877) 743-8538
Bedford- Main (540) 586-8911
Big Island (434) 299-5604
Forest (434) 525-1817
Moneta (540) 297-6474
Montvale (540) 947-2200
Stewartsville (540) 890-4530
1345 Falling Creek Rd, Bedford
Administrative Office 8am-4:30pm (540)586-4800
CIRCUIT COURT CLERK (540) 586-7632
GENERAL DISTRICT COURT CLERK (540) 586-7637
603 Mountain Ave, Bedford (540)586-7952
VOTER REGISTRATION (540) 586-7649
ANIMAL CONTROL (540) 586-7827
1307 Falling Creek Rd, Bedford (540) 586-7690
Dept of Solid Waste (540) 586-7656
(540) 586-7679
Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce
305 E Main St, Bedford, VA (540) 586-9401
Bedford City (540) 297-4781
Forest (434) 525-7860
Bedford Tourism & Welcome Center
816 Burks Hill Rd, Bedford , VA
Bedford City (540) 587-5681
County (877) 447-3257
POST OFFICE
500 E Main St, Bedford (540) 586-5820
14805 Forest Rd, Forest (434) 525-4235
GOLF
Colonial Hills Golf Club
Ivy Hill Golf Club
London Downs Golf Club
Mariners Landing Golf & Country Club
Poplar Forest Golf Course
Sycamore Ridge Golf Club
Waterfront Country Club, The
Westlake Golf & Country Club
I am a longtime Bedford County resident and would love to show you this beautiful area of Virginia. For more information on relocating to Bedford County, Virginia please contact me at:
Debbie Malone, Realtor ®
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
20395 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 546-0369
* Relocation Information For Bedford County, Virginia*
TIME FLIES WHEN YOU'RE ON SUMMER VACATION! As summer winds down it's time to think about all of the children heading back to school. In Bedford County, Virginia, Public Schools reopen on August 25, 2008. For questions related to your child, follow the link to your childs school:
Bedford Elementary Bedford Primary Big Island Elementary
Body Camp Elementary Boonsboro Elementary Forest Elementary
Goodview Elementary Huddleston Elementary Moneta Elementary
Montvale Elementary New London Academy Otter River Elementary
Stewartsville Elementary Thaxton Elementary Thomas Jefferson
Bedford Middle Forest Middle Staunton River Middle
Bedford Science and Technology Center Jefferson Forest High
Liberty High Staunton River High
CLICK HERE for more information regarding National School Bus Safety laws and kids activities. Bus drivers have an incredible responsibility transporting our children to and from school. Give them a break as they get use to their bus routes. Buses will be making frequent stops in the morning and afternoon. Allow yourselves extra travel time to and from work. If you are traveling behind a bus please be alert for flashing orange and red lights as the bus stops to pick up and drop off children. This include private school buses that may not be yellow! Police will be on the lookout for motorists that illegally pass school buses. Don't take a risk with our children, Please drive safely!
For more information about Bedford County, Virginia, contact:
Debbie Malone, Realtor (R)
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
20395 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 546-0369
Searching for a home in Lynchburg, Forest, Bedford or Campbell County? I work with both Buyers & Sellers: First homes, Investment, Relocation or Vacation at the Lake. I'm a RE/MAX 1st Olympic Agent
I've enjoyed living in the Lynchburg, Virginia area for the past twenty one years. I am a Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX 1st Olympic in Lynchburg, I am licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and work with both buyers and sellers. I specialize in residential and investment property and have been certified in Short Sales and REO Foreclosures.
Point of Honor, Lynchburg, Virginia
Main Street, Lynchburg Virginia Amazement Square, Downtown Lynchburg
Smith Mountain Lake Lynchburg Community Market
CLICK HERE to search the Lynchburg MLS for available homes for sale in Lynchburg City, or the surrounding counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford and Campbell. I am also a member of the Roanoke Valley Association of Realtors. Searching for a lakefront home at Smith Mountain Lake? Give me a call, I have access to any listed home in either association. For demographics for Lynchburg, Forest or the Counties and enter the zip code.
So what's different about me? Since 1982 my husband and I have bought, renovated, rented or sold over 50 investment properties. I know the potential problems that can and will come up, the frustrations with the home buying process and would be glad to guide you through it. I offer a three page Home Buyer's Guide that outlines the steps to finding your new home.
I have been featured in Teri B. Clark's latest book "The Complete Guide to Your First Rental Property" . With over 25 years of experience in buying and renovating properties I'd love to share with you what I've learned.
I'm enthusiastic for my profession, goal oriented and driven to do my best. My personal investing experiences have given me a unique perspective on the ups and downs of investing in the real estate market. I know what it takes to buy, renovate and sell property for a profit. I know what it feels like to run into problems right before closing.
Designations
Awards
Member
I hold the Accredited Staging Professional Real Estate Agent designation. I can help with staging your home for sale and you can see some great before and after pictures at http://www.stagedhomes.com/.
Before Staging
After
Editing down, re-arranging, staging- using only the homeowners belongings
Stop by my website for more local information
Whether you're listing your home, are a first time buyer, or want to "flip that house", I'll put my experience to work for you from finding the right property and making the offer to negotiating and closing. I'm 'into the details', I keep in touch and you can always reach me by cell or online.
I strive to provide excellent service and care to my clients. Continuing education is an important part of my being a successful Realtor. I am currently working toward my GRI and CRS designations.
Service to my country and community are extremely important to me. I've served on the Community Outreach and Fair Housing and Program Committees of the Lynchburg Association of Realtors. I volunteer locally and make a donation to the Children's Miracle Network from every closing.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, with 500 miles of shoreline, there are many activities, wineries and restaurants to choose from.
scrapbooking, latin and ballroom dancing, gardening and reading.
I've been married to my husband, Steve, 
for 27 years,
and am the proud mother of two wonderful girls, Kate and Megan. Kate is a rising Senior at Virginia Tech in Blackburg, VA and Megan an incoming Freshman at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. If you would like information on the public schools or colleges and universities in Virginia, feel free to contact me.
and I couldn't forget my little Westie, Duncan.
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Thanks for stopping by! 
Disclaimer-the views expressed on my blog are just opinions and should be viewed as such. My blog is part of the Active Rain Real Estate Network, a social community network made up of Professionals in the Real Estate Industry.
I represent both buyers and sellers and invest in real estate as well. If you would like relocation information, email me at malone1981@aol.com and I'd be happy to mail a package out to you.
RE/MAX 1st Olympic website 
Debbie,
I must admit, you have been one of the best real estate agents I have ever encountered. I have yet to experience a real estate agent that provide the amount of feedback and status of the ongoing process. The last real estate agent I had, we had to contact constantly just to know what's going on.
Thanks once again for being such a good sport. You are making it a smooooother process.
Craig
Debbie, We wanted to let you know how grateful and excited we are to have the opportunity to work with you as we develop our skills as investors. Real estate investing can be a little scary at times, which is why we are so thankful for the guidance and support thay you've been so willing to provide. Thanks for all of your encouragement and help over this past year. - M. & K. Durand
Debbie, You are terrific. Thanks for helping me find a new home. I look forward to maintaining a life long relationship with you and your family. From one northerner to another. - K. Williams
You know I will ALWAYS recommend you if anyone asks, Debbie. I truly
appreciate all the hard work you did for me - and so professionally. Thank you. -B. McKenna
Debbie went above and beyond to help us find property. She was very helpful where it came to the small details that we were not familiar with and she was very patient during the whole purchase. - R. & M. Melcher
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