Localism: Crozet, VA

My Clients Dog loves Halloween...

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:23:06 -0500

I gotta tell you I have some great clients and some have a fantastic sense of humor. Here is one of my clients dog (dressed for Halloween):

Now the message from my clients said:

"Charles, thought you might enjoy seeing the dog's Halloween costume. The toughest part was getting the bow on; the rest was natural to his character"

What a great sense of humor!!!

A Car with a New Home???

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:59:37 -0500

They are at it again...

Back in Nov of 2007 I posted: JUST LOWER the PRICE!!!

I just got an email offering a Car with the purchase of a new home locally in the Charlottesville area. The builder is offering a 2009 Hyundai Accent if you close in 2008.

Now they do mention:

"If your client prefers, seller is willing to provide credits, upgrades, or price reductions in the amount of $15,000 as an offset to the car."

Am I crazy or is this wrong?

1. Just reduce the price of the home to reflect the true value of the home (which is at least 15K lower).

2. Will a lender (in this market) allow a car to be part of a purchase contract? maybe they are using a certain lender, this is not mentioned... (((NOTE: it does say "Subject to lender approval")))

3. What if I want a motorcycle instead? LOL (just kidding)...

These tactics to entice buyers are not very effective in my opinion and they may even have a reverse effect on the neighborhood... we will see...

Fitness in Crozet - ACAC at Old Trail

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 13:42:26 -0500

ACAC is coming to Crozet... well, more specifically to Old Trail in the Crozet Area.

"The ACAC mission is to provide a friendly, fun and motivating experience for our members by developing relationships and creating a dynamic exercise environment."

If you are a weight lifter, runner, swimmer or just enjoy a healthy lifestyle this is great news for you!

With over 8000 sf of space, this new facitily will be excellent!

Old Trail is well under way on it's town center and this is an exciting addition!

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About The Author

Charles McDonald, Associate Broker at RE/MAX Assured Properties and dedicated Buyers Agent is the author of this blog, and several other sites on the Internet. Charles and his team of experts in the Charlottesville area are always available to help you with your Real Estate needs. Call our team anytime at 434-981-1585 or to search for homes visit: Charlottesville Real Estate

Albemarle County Virginia Real Estate - (YTD Sept 5, 2008)

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:10:36 -0500

Albemarle County Virginia Real Estate - (YTD Sept 5, 2008)

When you are looking for Charlottesville Real Estate remember that Charlottesville is in Albemarle County. We have grand estates and horse farms in Albemarle. The back roads will give you a feeling of peace and harmony as you drive by these beautiful properties. When you are ready to tour, just give me a call, it is my favorite thing to do in our area.

Albemarle County Virginia Home Information

The Real Estate market everywhere is constantly changing and Charlottesville and Albemarle are no exception.

In Albemarle we have SOLD 833 HOMES.
There are currently 1041 HOMES on the market.
Our average DOM (Days on the Market) is at 106 Days .
Our Average selling price is $450,763.

We have some excellent neighborhoods to see like:

Glenmore Foxchase Old Trail Forest Lakes Dunlora

Click Here for a link to other Great Neighborhoods in our area!

Please visit my website at Charlottesville Real Estate for details about our area and other homes on the market in Charlottesville, Albemarle County and the surrounding counties!

Nelson, Greene, Madison, Fluvanna, Orange and Louisa

Please look at our local phonebook for contact information on local companies.

Come visit and tour our area anytime!

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About The Author

Charles McDonald, Associate Broker at RE/MAX Assured Properties and dedicated Buyers Agent is the author of this blog, and several other sites on the Internet. Charles and his team of experts in the Charlottesville area are always available to help you with your Real Estate needs. Call our team anytime at 434-981-1585 or to search for homes visit: Charlottesville Real Estate

Crozet Virginia - Old Trail Golf

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:13:45 -0500

Come out and enjoy the beauty that Charlottesville has to offer in the sleepy little town of Crozet Virginia.

Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains is a Planned Development called Old Trail.

Complete with Golf, Hiking trails and wonderful homes, this is a must see when visiting Charlottesville and looking for Real Estate!

Unlimited Year-round Golf

Advanced Tee Times

Facility Charge Accounts with Monthly Billing

Member Only Events

10% Discount on Regularly-priced Merchandise

Private Members' Grille in Clubhouse

VSGA Handicap

"This is an 18 hole regulation course designed to conform to the natural features of the land"

All this just 15 minutes from the city of Charlottesville!

Next time you think of Golf, Think Charlottesville Golf or better yet, think Old Trail Golf!