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RVA Market Update – Summer’s Here!
Summer is here, and that normally means a dip in activity for the real estate market, but over the last few years, "normally" is a term that we've all sort of tossed out the window. (I'm sure you know what I mean.) If you're wondering where we...
Did You Say Projects? Summer’s Here, and Here Are Some High ROI Projects to Do This Summer
Summertime is (almost) here, and that means it's time to get out and really do some projects. Maybe you don't love a home project, but you know you need to update something because you're planning to sell soon. Maybe you are just tired of the l...
Summer is for Salad Lovers- Start With This Chicken Salad That Generated Hundreds of Fans!
I started cooking when I was 11 or 12, and never really stopped. When I was 22 (yes, 22) I bought a cafe/catering business in Carytown, inheriting lots of great recipes and adding many more. That's been many years ago, but I do have most of tho...
My May Must Do List!
Most seasons, I like to do a "Must Do" list of things that I want to make sure I do before the time slips by. Sometimes they're simple, and sometimes more elaborate, but I love them because they make me think about the things that I particul...
Vinaigrette for Days
Almost Classic, Customizable, Vinaigrette 1 cup oil (I usually use olive or avocado oil) 1/2 cup vinegar (your choice- red wine, apple cider, champagne, balsamic...) 1 tbs Dijon mustard 1 clove of garlic, finely minced or grated...
Top Ten Spring Projects to Add Value to Your Home
Something about spring just inspires projects, for me at least. Whether you're selling or you just want to enjoy your home more, there are loads of low-cost home improvement projects that can provide a high return on investment. Here are my ...
Richmond Real Estate Market Update – April/May 2023
Well, spring is in full swing now, and April showers may have brought flowers, but they certainly didn't bring lots of real estate inventory. Things are still moving quickly, so here's a bit of a recap: The average sales price for our entire...
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Don't get excited and think my family eats healthily at gatherings. This "salad" is definitely more of a dessert. The good things? It's not too sweet, and the addition of the pretzels absolutely add that bit of salty contrast that makes it the ...