I can't remember how many times I've said, "I've seen it all now," in this business, but it's a lot. And, just when I think I've truly seen it all, something happens that makes me scratch my head and realize there is so much to see.I've shown homes with people sleeping, someone in the shower, cou
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06/12/2015
I watched the movie, "McFarland USA" last night, and I would highly recommend it. It's a story about a mostly Hispanic high school in California competing in it's first state cross country match and winning. It's a fun feel-good movie. If you enjoyed movies like, "We are Marshall," "Remember the
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06/07/2015
The Stephens City, VA real estate market continues to grow and improve. The number of active listings is up 17% year to year, but it is down 10% month to month. The lower number of properties coming on the market is a good sign that prices are stabilizing and sellers are able to demand better pri
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06/06/2015
The Winchester, VA city real estate market continued to show improvement in May. The number of available properties was down 17% year to year and down 5% month to month. That is a positive sign for sellers. Less available properties equals better prices. The days on the market are also down 4% .
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06/05/2015
Nearly everyday, I drive by Mt Hebron Cemetary, but there is one day a year that I am touched beyond measure. I would like to share that moment with you. June 6th is remembered for the D-Day invasion of western Europe, but in Virginia, and the other southern states, it has a second meaning. June
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06/05/2015
One of my favorite lines from the TV series "24" is, "I know this is difficult, but you've got to focus right now." That normally comes when someone is about to defuse a bomb, make a life or death decision or jump off of a roof, etc. It never comes when they are deciding on what to order for lunc
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06/05/2015
I had the unfortunate opportunity to attend the funeral of an old friend last evening. Within minutes of the speaker beginning, I felt depressed. I leaned over to my wife and said, "Don't have him do my funeral." Funerals are a great time to inspire people, not depress them.I've spoken at more fu
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06/02/2015
