Virginia Beach Living

You don’t want to change the TV channel when the Federal Reserve decides to raise or lower rates. As of July 2022, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates three times this year. The economic shutdown due to the pandemic had kept rates near zero before the Feds increased rates starting in March,…

School is About to Start The start of the school year is almost here.  If you’ve been thinking of moving into a new school district, now is the time to act!  I have houses available in every area.  I can help with the sale of your current house, as well…

When the temperature drops and words like “icy conditions” and “blizzard” start appearing in the weather forecast, keeping a house warm and cozy becomes even more important and even more difficult. There are several things homeowners can do to prepare their home for the cold ahead of time. Winterizing pipes,…

Want to make your guests feel like you’ve pulled out all the stops for them? Decorate your home with red. It’s a color that gives the look of drama but also a feeling of hospitality. Red gives a sense of passion, celebration and power. Want to feel more energized during…

Most people have an idea of the type of dog they want before they get one. However, if you own a home the breed of pet you choose can affect your homeowners insurance. You don’t want to lose your home insurance, be sued and incur a liability because of Fido.…

When an appliance breaks, it can be hard to find a suitable replacement. Our appliance may have been very reliable, but technology may have changed the model so much that you may not recognize that the appliance doesn’t the function in the way it used to. The Internet makes it…

Flooding has become an increasingly prevalent concern in Hampton Roads, especially in areas like Norfolk and Virginia Beach. The impact of rising floodwaters has been severe, with sections such as Windsor Woods in Virginia Beach experiencing significant flooding during events like Hurricane Matthew. This not only led to substantial damage…

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iz56prGBiS8?si=IQTT_7vFHsXXvD6e&w=560&h=315] Do you remember this Staples commercial? For parents who have older kids they may be able to relate more, but for parents who are sending their children off to school for the first time it may not be as humorous. Separation anxiety can take over both parent and…