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If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com. Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.
My Lake Anna Neighborhood...Make it Yours Too. Yes, that's possible. If you have been thinking about a move to the country and would also like to be near or on a lake, check out Lake Anna.
These are a few of the photos I took on my way home today. They were taken within a few miles of my home and some within a few hundred feet. This is what I see when I leave home. I love it. Even after seventeen years I never tire of see these sights. No matter how often I drive these roads I always see some things for the first time and others I have enjoyed over and over again.
I hope you enjoy these glimpses of my neighborhood and get an idea of why I love it.
Each time I pass this barn and stable on Partlow Road I notice how well maintained they are.
I liked the silouette affect.
A driveway along my ride home.
Fall is definitely here but the flowers are still blooming.
Muddy sheep...a reflection of recent rain.
Carrying a camera around at all times is a necessity. That way I get to share these impressions over and over again and I get to share them with all of you as well.
What is out there for you to see and photograph? If you are in the habit of carrying your camera with you you know the pleasure I get from mine. If you don't think about doing it. As a REALTOR this gives me a great way of showing others how wonderful this area is. As they say, a picture is worth a 1,000 words.
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If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com. Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.
FAAR's (Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS) Sixth Annual Cereal drive is underway. With 38 real estate companies collecting donations of cereal and/or money, we are well ahead of last year when there were 27 companies. Area food banks will benefit from the efforts of REALTORS in your communities.
Please be as supportive as you can be. The economy has been hard on many of us and yet there are those that have been affected even more. Food banks are there to help these neigbors and often provide the food that makes a difference between hunger and a decent meal.
RE/MAX Edge, located at 5205 Courthouse Road at Lake Anna, is one of the collection points. You may drop your donations there if you live or visit that area. RE/MAX Edge is donating all of the cereal and monetary donations to two area food banks, half to the one located in Louisa County and half to Fredericksburg Area Food Bank which includes Spotsylvania County where my office at Lake Anna is located.
The next time you go grocery shopping and pick up a box of cereal, pick up an extra one (or two or more) for this worthy cause. Drop off your donation and you will be sure to receive a great big thank you from all of us at RE/MAX Edge. We have two weeks left. Enough time for you to help.
If you have any question or would like more information contact me at 540-226-1964 or lakeanna.kate@gmail.com and I will be happy to help you.
Please help make this drive a success. What takes very little effort on your part can make a great deal of difference to others. Thanks to all of you that plan to do just that.
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If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com. Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.
Margaritaville comes to Lake Anna by way of the Lake Anna Business Partnership (LABP). There is still time to make plans to attend this fun event which is being held tomorrow evening, Saturday, Sept. 26th.
The Business Partnership is starting off the new year with a membership drive. For anyone in business in the Lake Anna area or wanting to do business here consider joining. If you have not done so already this is the perfect time to see what the Partnership is all about.
The focus is stated on the Web site and sums up the aim of this organization.
The Lake Anna Business Partnership is an ideal forum for networking with your fellow local business people. The LABP wants to help you grow your business by connecting members in a congenial environment where they can exchange business cards, ideas and specialties for the benefit of the local business community.
The Partnership puts out a business directory listing contact information for its members. This has become a must have for local residents looking for local businesses to deal with for their needs.
LABP meets on a monthly basis. The turnout is great giving members an opportunity to meet new members and to catch up with older ones.
for a fun evening and a chance to meet with other local business people be sure to attend Margaritaville tomorrow evening at the Waddy Farm, 17610 Waddy Lane, Orange (it is actually located in Spotsylvania County by the lake). It begins at 5:00 p.m. and will last until 10. It has all the makings of a great time so make sure you don't miss it.
LABP is having a membership drive and this event is kicking it off. Be one of the smart ones joining up! If you are currently a member this is a reminder to come and have fun.
Dress casual, style, and join the crowd!
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If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com. Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.
For those of us within an easy commute of Lake Anna State Park it is wonderful to have the opportunity to visit and take part in a number of activities that are both fun and educational.
(For those of you who live too far away for a day trip come back as I'll be writing a post soon about the great camping facilities at the park and the cabins you can rent.)
If you have not done so as yet, take advantage of this great resource and plan to spend some time in this beautiful natural setting.
Be sure to take a look to see which of these many offerings you would like to attend. You may find it difficult to choose. If that's the case, simply sign up for everything and have a great time.
May 23, 2009 Storytime in the Woods 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Reading is fun for all ages, especially when it involves nature. Each week the program will feature a nature themed book and will involve children and their parents in hands on learning through skits, songs, etc. Register the day of program. Community groups (daycare centers, YMCA, scouts, etc) are encouraged to register in advance by calling the park. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 23, 2009 Panning For Gold 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Try your hand at panning for gold as park interpreter gives a panning demonstration. Register the day of program at the visitor center. FREE Location - Meet at the park's visitor center. Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 23, 2009 Goodwin Goldmine Tour 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tour the ruins of the Goodwin Goldmine as you learn the history of gold in Spotsylvania County. Please register the day of tour. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 23, 2009 Super Saturday Programs 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Learn about the natural components of Virginia's outdoors through basic 101 instruction. Please register the day of the program. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center. Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 23, 2009 Campfire 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Make memories around the fire with stories, skits, songs, family fun and of course s'mores (bring your own roasting stick, marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers). No registration needed, meet ranger at the campfire circle. FREE Location - Campfire Circle (btw the campground & visitor center off the paved trail) Phone - (540) 854-5503
May 24, 2009 Nature Adventures 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Learn the sports of orienteering, GPS and geocaching as you and your family go on a nature adventure. Please register the day of the program at the park visitor center. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park's visitor center. Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 24, 2009 Moonlight Tour 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Enjoy the night sounds and learn about the moon's phases. Please register at the park office on the day of the tour. Fee: $6 per person. Location - Meet at Park Office Phone - (540) 854-5503
May 25, 2009 Historical Hikes 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Enjoy the park scenery while hiking on one of the park's historical trails. These hikes will be easy to moderate. Please register the day of the tour at the park office. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park office. Phone - (540) 854-5503
May 25, 2009 Goodwin Goldmine Tour 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tour the ruins of the Goodwin Goldmine as you learn the history of gold in Spotsylvania County. Please register the day of tour. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 30, 2009 Basic Paddle Tour 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Take a relaxing paddle and capture a glance of the lake's wildlife. Basic canoe instruction and safety will be provided. Regiser at the park office on the day of the tour. Fee: $5 per person. Location - Meet at the Park Office Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 30, 2009 Panning For Gold 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Try your hand at panning for gold as park interpreter gives a panning demonstration. Register the day of program at the visitor center. FREE Location - Meet at the park's visitor center. Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 30, 2009 Goodwin Goldmine Tour 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tour the ruins of the Goodwin Goldmine as you learn the history of gold in Spotsylvania County. Please register the day of tour. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family. Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center Phone - (540) 854-6245
May 30, 2009 Campfire 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Make memories around the fire with stories, skits, songs, family fun and of course s'mores (bring your own roasting stick, marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers). No registration needed, meet ranger at the campfire circle. FREE Location - Campfire Circle (between the campground & visitor center off the paved trail) Phone - (540) 854-5503
Lake Anna State Park is one of Virginia's special spots. Visit and Enjoy!__________________________________________________________________________________________________
If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®.
Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com. Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.
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Specializing in Lake Anna, Virginia Real Estate-Resident since 1992-Quality Service-Local Knowledge-Multi-Million $ Producer-Representing Buyers & Sellers- Homes & Land-Investment-Commercial
Lake Anna is a real estate market unto itself. Working with a REALTOR( ) that has the expertise not only about real estate but about Lake Anna and the surrounding area is very beneficial. My years of selling real estate at Lake Anna and the personal marketing plan I implement will make your selling experience a productive one. If you are thinking of buying a place at Lake Anna my knowledge of the market will ensure that we find the right spot for you. By keeping current on new technologies I can put those tools to work for you along with my enthusiasm and love of Lake Anna.
Buying and selling properties in a lake community is a different process than when I was an agent in Northern Virginia. I learned about drain fields (perc, alternative septic systems), wells, common areas, access vs. waterfront, water view and seasonal water view (and sometimes a "how can they call this a water view"), reputable builders, lenders, home inspectors, handymen, painters, and settlement companies. Remaining knowledgeable regarding all facets of the local market is paramount to providing the best possible service to my clients, both buyers and sellers.
I know how important it is to keep taking courses, reading as much as I can about real estate, and living up to the REALTORS® Code of Ethics. As a member of the Grievance Committee at my local Board I learn about the intentional and unintentional mistakes that can happen. I've found that if you are doing something you really enjoy, and I really do enjoy real estate, you want to do it well and are enthusiastic about being aware of changes and staying as current as possible.
It was fun to explore the Lake Anna area when I first started here over 12 years ago. In doing so it really made Lake Anna feel like one big neighborhood to me even though the lake is 17 miles long and has over 270 miles of shoreline. Now, with over 120 subdivisions around the lake it is more important than ever to KNOW THIS MARKET.
That's why I feel it is important to keep on taking courses, reading as much as I can about real estate, and living up to the REALTORS® Code of Ethics. As a member of the Grievance Committee at my local Board I learn about the intentional and unintentional mistakes that can happen. I've found that if you are doing something you really enjoy, and I really do enjoy real estate, you want to do it well and are enthusiastic about being aware of changes and staying as current as possible.
When you love the place where you live and work it makes it easy to be enthusiastic. Working with sellers here at Lake Anna is a treat. The same goes for working with buyers. When you're familiar with the 120+ developments, their amenities and location it really helps to be in a position to make the best use of a buyer's time.
Having moved extensively to places as far away as Alaska, Italy, Somalia, Puerto Rico, and Texas I well understand the thrills and chills of relocating. I work hard to make the process as painless as possible. Years of personal experience combined with professional experience contribute to my ability to work successfully with sellers and buyers whether their move is going to be long distance or just around the corner.
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Dear Toni,
We would like to take this opportunity to recognize and compliment your agent, Kate Elim.
Our first meeting, the listing presentation, impressed us with her knowledge of the area, the competition of houses in our price range for sale on the lake, the research information she had compiled on our property and her detailed plan for selling our home at a price satisfactory to us.
As we are told every day by the media, the real estate market in the U.S. is in deep trouble with rising interest rates, a glut of houses for sale and foreclosures abound.
To our surpise and joy, Kate presented a contract close to our asking price fifteen days after the listing date (September 5 and September 20), which after a minimun amount of negotiation and with her guidance, and advice the items in question were resolved. There were a number of routine contingencies, which needed to be resolved. They required a plumber, an electrician, a roofer, septic, well and termite inspectors for which Kate contacted the various tradesmen and coordinated appointments to remove the contingencies. As we live in Florida, Kate's involvement made it unnecessary for us to make another trip to Virginia. She also set up an appointment with a settlement attorney who we used for the closing.
Kate is an agent who works for her clients to fulfill their goals and is always available to them. She is an agent who is a valuable asset to your brokerage and one we would refer our friends and neighbors in the area to. Kate is a true professional and a tireless worker.
Sincerely, John and Lois Van Horn
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When an agent functions as well as Kate did, it is very hard to find areas for improvement. She is a seasoned veteran. Her greatest strengths were marketing, advice, and value of our property. Very professional.
Charles Billak, former REALTOR
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Carol and I cannot possibly find enough words to adequately thank you for the process you guided us through. You have been so gracious when we have dragged our feet, never once did you try to push us to a decision. From the time I talked to you at the 1998 Capitol Expo Center Boat Show you have been our friend, guide, and process partner. You were not dismayed that we took side trips to Smith Mountain Lake, Lake Gaston, and Kerr Reservoir. We did keep coming back to Lake Anna. It was where we felt most comfortable.
The day of our closing, I counted as our eleventh trip to Lake Anna. You were with us on all but two of those excursions. You more than did your part, and I am thankful also that you kept within our price range. You listened to our wants and took us to some wonderful houses.
Thank you for both your friendship and wonderful professionalism!
Sincerely, Samuel E. "Ed" Stone March 2001
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We had a very difficult and complex closing. After leaving the area, Kate was very responsive in representing and tracking our interest.
Gerald W. Hoskin
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