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MERRYMOUNT - Located in one of the most desirable area of Somerset, is nestled amongst large estates, with incredible views of both the Blue Ridge, and the Southwest mountains. The 1850's house is perfectly situated on 5 acres, and could be bought with additional land, if needed. The 3 bedroom house is in need of renovations, but is structurally sound, and could easily be added onto.

Much of the surrounding land is in conservation easement, and the view from this property will not change.

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WILDAIR FARM - A 52 acre horse farm nestled in the heart of one of Western Albemarle’s most beautiful pastoral enclaves. The rolling mix of productive fenced pasture, towering, mature hardwoods, a bold stream and two large ponds offers a diversity rarely found on a farm of this size. Horse facilities include stable, equipment buildings, manager’s apartment, run-ins and a 100 x 200 ring. 11 miles from Charlottesville. A rare offering.

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CHICKEN MOUNTAIN - 388 +/- acres located on Chicken Mountain Road with views of the Blue Ridge and the Southwest Ridge. Property is completely private and surrounded by large estates including Montpelier. The land is rolling and is a mix of woods and open meadows with numerous springs and streams.

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DOCTOR’S XING - Brick home in the tranquil area of Stony Point offers many custom details including stone fireplace, cabinetry and closets. Large walkout basement with family room, full bath and exercise room. 2-story brick workshop with oversized bay, loading deck, 200 amp service, bathrooms and HVAC. Perfect for a small business, car storage, RV, boat storage or converted to guest house or incredible artist studio. Broadband internet available (20 Mbps).

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sk anyone if they want to live in a more comfortable home that costs less to operate, and the answer is always yes; 100 percent of the time. What they’re really saying is they want to have the ‘green’ features that make a home more comfortable and more efficient,” says Greg Slater of Nest Realty.

And he should know.

Together with Michael Guthrie, CEO and Principal Broker of Roy Wheeler Realty Co., Slater was instrumental in helping convert the CAAR Multiple Listing Service (MLS) into one that successfully incorporates National Association of REALTORS® green data fields. This makes it easier for sellers to call attention to their

home’s green features, and for interested buyers to find those houses when they go on the market.

How are green features playing in the local real estate market and where is the market headed?

There seems to be universal agreement that the interest in energy efficient homes is gaining momentum and that high-performing homes are almost always worth the investment, whether you are a buyer, a seller, or an owner not yet in the market.

What Buyers Want Slater says that green features may not be the top priority for everyone, but for many buyers, they are in the top three. As a homeowner, it’s important to know what key upgrades result in the greatest efficiency improvements.

These include insulation and weatherization; ENERGY STAR® appliances; HVAC efficiency and programmable thermostat; LED lighting; low or no VOC paint; smart home technology and water saving features.

Some of the most impactful features are the least exciting. Like insulation.

It’s hidden; it’s not fun; and there’s no “ooh” and “aah” involved. But dollar for dollar, it is likely to have the biggest impact on a home’s performance. Few buyers can calculate the R-value, or even know what the R stands for, but most do know that a high number is good. So make sure yours is up there!

Solar energy is becoming more attractive as the cost comes down, the systems evolve, and the panels become less obtrusive. Some advanced mate-

rials even have the photovoltaics built right into them rather than mounted on the home’s roof.

Knowing what upgrades have the greatest impact on sales is complicated. A good real estate agent and professional home energy assessor can help an owner develop an improvement plan to match what buyers want.

Who Are the Green Buyers?

It’s not just Millennials that are shopping for green. Every demographic, generation and economic stratum is looking for more comfort and value by going green. A couple is just as interested in reducing utility bills as a family. Lower income households may want to reduce maintenance costs even more than those who aren’t watching their budgets.

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10+ acres of pasture with balance in mature hardwoods. Huge outbuilding for barn and storage. Well in place. Land is mostly level with the best building site being slightly elevated. $500,000

WALK TO GROUNDS & FONTAINE RESEARCH PARK Live so close to work and play while having one floor living.

Family room opening to the sunroom is shown in this picture.

3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Enjoy the backyard’s pet, play and gardening possibilities. $300,000

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Live conveniently just off Garth Rd in a private natural oasis.

Home has character galore- high ceilings and large windows everywhere for light and views. Recently remodeled kitchen.

Large fireplace with marble surround. $550,000

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Roy Wheeler Realty Associate of the Year 2017 & 2018 Associate Broker • Charlottesville Realtor since 1978 434-962-3420 • jim@jimmcvay.com Roy Wheeler Realty Co. 1100 Dryden Ln. Charlottesville, VA 22903

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Regardless of what features are present, if that value is not quantified and flagged for the real estate agent, the homeowner loses. In other words, make sure a knowledgeable appraiser is part of your team.

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Third Party Certification

There is no doubt that home technology and performance are improving. The state of the art changes every year. Not too long ago, very few homes had programmable thermostats.

Now that is standard fare, in new AND in older homes.

Guthrie says, “Buyers are much more educated when it comes to green features and sustainability. Many are willing to spend extra money if there’s a reduced carbon footprint and greater efficiencies.” That’s good news if you own a high-performing home or are in a position to upgrade some of those key systems.

He notes that the more information the seller provides to the real estate agent, the more their home will stand out from the rest of the market. A recent example is a home that just wasn’t moving this year until another agent took charge and marketed the green features. Then the home sold quickly and for more than the asking price.

Buyers are out looking, but the owner and agent must communicate what they have to offer.

And even though the MLS conversion took place several years ago, we have not yet realized its full benefit to buyers and sellers.

It is an education process for all the parties involved. As more REALTORS®, home appraisers, and buyers become better educated about the resources and benefits of green systems and upgrades, the demand will grow.

Homes marketing those features will command a higher selling price and sell more quickly than comparable homes without them.

Appraisers—Capturing the Value There’s a rule of thumb that applies to home renovations: Don’t be ahead of the market unless you know where the market is going and when it’s going to get there.

According to Woody Fincham, SRA, AI-RRS, President of Accurity Fincham & Associates, Inc., it’s clear that the market for green homes is expanding.

And he understands how important it is to score a high-performing home accurately.

If an appraiser fails to capture that value in his report, everybody suffers.

The seller won’t get full value and the buyer may miss knowing that a high-performing house is on the market.

Most of Fincham’s work is tied to pending transactions (e.g. homes that are sold but not yet closed). But he also helps owners evaluate whether an investment in a particular green improvement makes sense. In either situation, the purpose of the appraisal is to quantify the value of the home and the features that will impact its performance; then clearly communicate that value to the owner, real estate agent, buyer, and lender.

Many improvements are worth making. But Fincham says there are scenarios that will outstrip the market. It may not make sense to invest in an offthe-grid home in the middle of a subdivision, but on eighty acres in Louisa County, that may be a very attractive improvement.

It’s a good bet to go with third party certification. HERS Index, LEED Home, EarthCraft, and Pearl Home Certification are some of the players in the single-family market. Research supports the idea that third party certified green homes sell more quickly and for more money than their non-certified counterparts.

Pearl Home Certification was founded in Charlottesville. Operating nationwide, it identifies and scores the assets that make a home healthier, more comfortable and energy efficient.

These relate to the building shell, heating and cooling systems, appliances and equipment, and home management (e.g. smart thermostats). Pearl then assigns a certification level of Silver, Gold, or Platinum, depending on the number of points earned.

“Exciting things are happening here.

Pearl has certified 244 homes in the Charlottesville area and more than 1,500 homes in Virginia.” said Joseph Gentile, Vice President of Real Estate at Pearl Certification. “Data analysis shows that when marketed properly, Pearl Certified high-performing homes sold for five percent more than comparable non-certified homes. They were also on the market for a shorter period of time.”

Enlightened REALTORS® encourage home sellers to get a third-party certification if the home has green features. Keith Smith, with Roy Wheeler Realty Co., can’t overstate its value and sees the several hundred-dollar certification fee as an investment.

“It is so important to assure that you get all the information about a home’s assets so you can justify its value in the marketplace.” Smith explains that Pearl provides the real estate agent with an entire marketing package to help the home compete favorably.

And just as important, Pearl generates an appraisal addendum to fully inform the appraiser about the dollar value of these high-performing features, which can in turn lead to a higher final appraisal.

Slater refers to Pearl as “the EASY button” because they package everything the seller and REALTOR® need to get the value out of the home and in front of the buyer and appraiser.

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There is no doubt that home technology and performance are improv-

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Custom 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath home on 2.33 AC w/wildflower meadow & stocked pond w/fishing dock. 1st floor Master Suite w/jetted tub & huge walk-in closet, plus private Guest Suite & 2 addl. bedrooms w/bath on the upper level. Hardwood floors, Gourmet Kitchen w/chestnut cabinetry & a Breakfast Room overlooking the pond. Formal Dining Room & Great Room w/FP. Enjoy outdoor living on the screened deck w/hot tub. Full walk-out partially finished Terrace Level w/cedar closet. NEW 19.8kW Solar Electric System w/60+panel array, plus NEW whole house generator. 3918 finished sq. ft. on 3 levels & 1346 unfinished sf. Loads of storage too. Exceptional Broken Island Community w/60 acre Common Area & Rivanna River access & walking trails. 20 minutes to C’ville. $530,000 MLS 595551

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ing. The state of the art changes every year. Not too long ago, very few homes had programmable thermostats. Now that is standard fare, in new AND in older homes.

Chris Fuller, PE, LEED AP, Senior Mechanical Engineer at Staengl Engineering in Charlottesville, is in the business of high-performing homes.

Passive House, NetZero, that’s where Staengl Engineering shines, and they are recognized and in demand nationwide.

Fuller says, “We are designing different buildings than we did just one year ago. The next big breakthroughs will be in hot water systems and materials.

We are beginning to consider the embodied energy of materials and take a cradle to cradle approach to the building process. One cutting edge product is weather-proof insulation, in which the insulation and exterior of the home is one solid sheet.”

A project that Fuller is particularly excited about is one that he works on in his spare time. The EcoVillage in Albemarle County is scheduled to break ground next year. This 38-home proposed co-housing community will strive for NetZero or positive energy generation and zero waste. They’ll look beyond standard practices to achieve both.

Homes will be positioned to maximize passive heating and cooling, taking advantage of solar power and existing air flow and wind direction through the site. Rain water systems are included, with plans for future gray water plumbing and platforms for home energy storage.

Some of the EcoVillage efficiencies are easier to achieve because an entire community is being designed from scratch without the restrictions of a pre-existing street grid. But most homes being built in central Virginia

today are achieving energy efficiencies and performance that were out of reach even a decade ago. And Fuller only sees that trend continuing.

How Does Your Home Stack Up? Ask yourself whether the house you live in supports good health or detracts from it. Is it comfortable? Is the expense to operate and maintain it reasonable? Whether you are buying, selling, or staying put, improving your home’s performance through green features is the number one way to enjoy better health, comfort and efficiency.

A buyer may pay a premium to enjoy greater comfort and a lower cost of living in that home. Today, it’s not unreasonable to expect that the highest performing homes may have no monthly heating and cooling bills at all.

A seller will likely get a higher sales price with energy efficient systems and high-performance features. Today, it’s not uncommon to see a home with a for sale sign out front and a truck blowing insulation into the attic to boost the asking price.

And if you’re staying put, converting to a high performing home today will pay a return on that investment over time. If certified by a third party, those upgrades can also increase the sales price when the property eventually changes hands.

In a hot market, all homes sell. In a warm or slowing market, the high performing homes will stand out even more than they do now. High performing green features make the difference, both today and tomorrow, between homes that sell, homes that sell quickly, and those that do not.

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BEST VALUE IN WESTERN ALBEMARLE. Interior has been completely "freshened up". Brand new paint throughout, new carpeting and flooring in kitchen and baths. Move in ready! 3 generous bedrooms. Master suite has walk-in closet. Private and quiet cul-de-sac location.

All on one level. Outstanding close in county location and schools. $269,000. Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 434-760-1028. (595537)

ESCAPE TO THE MOUNTAINS! This 1BR/1BA Mountain Chalet is the perfect weekend retreat. Main level offers a full kitchen, living room with 2 story ceilings, lots of windows and full bath. Loft area serves as a bedroom. Rear deck overlooks backyard which includes various fruit trees. Low maintenance. Easy access to South River Falls in the Shenandoah National Park. Only 15 minutes to the town of Stanardsville. $105,000. Megan Perry, 434-806-5245. (595401)

BREATHTAKING VIEWS of the Blue Ridge Mountains & Rockfish Valley come w/ this wonderful condo!

All amenities are only a 3-minute drive & only a short walk to the Wintergarden Spa & Devil's Knob Golf Course. Recent renovations include ceramic tile, granite counters, & beautiful glass shower doors in both bathrooms. Open concept! $229,900. Gavin Sherwood, 434962-0226. (595603)

LOCATED IN WONDERFUL FOXBOOK - so convenient to all that is Charlottesville. This spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has both formal and informal spaces with room sizes seldom seen today. Sunroom off the fully equipped kitchen has been an artist studio, den and reading room. Family room has a wood burning fireplace. $550,000. Robert Ramsey, 434-242-2280. (592605)

GREAT PROPERTY at a great price! This pretty brick house is in turn-key condition and very well built. It sits on 15.51 acres accessed up a beautiful private drive through mature hardwoods until you reach the manicured lawn. There is enough land available to become serious gardeners, add a small stable and deer hunt. Wonderful privacy with all the modern conveniences nearby. $355,000. Sandy Stuart, 434-872-3435. (592282)

WONDERFULLY DRAMATIC ON 9 ACRES. Just west of town with long frontage on the Mechums River.

Private setting yet, protected in a small neighborhood.

Great room with 15' ceiling. Sunroom off kitchen. Covered and open decks. High quality copper roof. Land mostly wooded with lovely yard. $550,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (590956)

LOCATION IN BELMONT! Duplex w/great rental history & views of Carter’s Mountain is w/in steps of The Belmont Village & a 10 minute walk to the Downtown Mall. Upper & lower apartment w/each having 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, & living area. Conversion to single family is possible. R2 zoning opens up even more possibilities. $398,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (588080)

POTENTIALLY some of the best valley views in the area! This wooded lot is ready for your new home or weekend retreat. Less than 45 minutes to Charlottesville and only minutes from the town of Stanardsville. Photos of views are from other cleared home sites along Top Ridge Rd. Make this one yours today! $19,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (593437)

2525 WIND RIVER ROAD Time: 1-3 pm

Hosting Agent: Steve White

DESIRED WESTERN ALBEMARLE. 6189 finished square feet, 6 bedrooms & 5 full baths, main floor master suite, vaulted great room with fireplace, beautiful screened porch, terrace level with theater room & exercise room, 3.42 private acres. info@ stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434242-8355. (594036) Directions: From Barracks Road, head West on Garth Road. Pass Owensville Road on the left and look for Wind River Subdivision 0.3 miles on the right. Turn right into Wind River onto Wind River Road. 2525 Wind River Road is the first home on the right.

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5805 SUNSET DRIVE Time: 1-3 pm

Hosting Agent: Tom Noelke

ONE LEVEL LIVING will be found at this lovingly cared for 4 BR home that shows like a new home! Open floor plan, gas fireplace, gorgeous updated kitchen, spacious master, and cathedral ceiling with open loft above.

Quick Close! $199,900 susanstewart76@ gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550.

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ALL BRICK 3 BR RANCHER with gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the main level, stainless appliances, gas FP, large partially finished rec room in basement, screened in porch and large deck overlooking fenced yard. Walking distance to Crozet Elem. $319,900. Susanstewart76@gmail. com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550 (593947)

Directions: From Lake Monticello Main Gate, Right on Jefferson Drive to left on Haversack, Home on the left.

Directions: 250W to slight right on 240, right on Crozet Ave, past Crozet Elem to Left on Ballard, Left on Sunset. Home on left.

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Hosting Agent: Alex Tiscornia

Seller offering up to $10K CLOSING COSTS, 30 DAY CLOSE & HOME WARRANTY. Live Free in Free Union 25 minutes from Barracks Rd/UVA/Airport.

Featuring 4.77 pastoral acres and Blue Ridge Mountain views, this home is recently remodeled with the feel of farmhouse meets modern. 2896 finished sq ft with 3 bed/3 bath and a bonus den; fresh paint, flooring, and fixtures. $454,000. Alex Tiscornia, 434-327-9292.

(592512) Directions: From Barracks Rd head West on Garth Rd for 7 miles until RIGHT onto Free Union Rd (Rte 601) @ Hunt Country Store. Follow Free Union Rd 8 miles until one lane bridge @ Glass House Vineyard. House is on RIGHT after the one lane bridge, shared driveway, left.

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PRIVATE OASIS with seasonal river views!

MOVE IN READY immaculately maintained 4 bedroom Colonial on fully finished basement at Lake Monticello with many upgrades. Living Room with gas fireplace, renovated gourmet eat-in kitchen, private cul de sac lot and so much more! $292,900. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-5310795. (594747) Directions: From Charlottesville, take Route 53 then turn left onto Lake Monticello Rd, Left on Tuscarora Dr, Right on Seminole Trail, left on Kiowa Ln. Home located on the cul-de-sac.

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Spectacular home, views along golf course, river, and hiking trails. Over 7000 finished square feet, spacious rooms, beautiful and elegant interior, magnificent private setting.

MLS#589447 $1,629,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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CHURCH POINT FARM

Renovated one-level home on 18 private acres only minutes west of town. Open land for horses and other animals. Under conservation easement with the VOF with the possibility to build a second home. MLS#583224 $2,495,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

RUGBY ROAD

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own 944 acres along the lower Chickahominy River within 50 minutes of downtown Richmond. The property features 8 miles of tidal shoreline and 3-BR brick dwelling.

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Great University neighborhood! Attractive 5-BR home, walking distance to UVA & Downtown. Features a kitchen with soapstone counters, a family room with a fireplace, and hardwood flooring. MLS#589351 $1,285,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863 CAAR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY WWW.CAAR.COM

Exciting 4-bedroom 4.5-bath residence privately situated on 5.43 acres in Ivy. Original owners have lovingly lived in and maintained this gracious home with two master suites, well equipped kitchen opening into living room, dining room, and flexible spaces on each floor to adapt to your needs. The grounds are both open and wooded. With some selective cutting there could be a Ragged Mtn. view. MLS#595565 $745,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

NORTHFIELDS

6-BR brick home situated on 1.87 park-like acres featuring excellent flow throughout its many spacious rooms. Amenities include a library/study, a third-floor vaulted ceiling room, and 3-car garage. MLS#589715 $1,685,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

ARCOURT

French-inspired, custom stone home on 22 acres in Keswick Hunt Country. Superb construction and details. 3-stall stable; spacious carriage home; fenced for horses in a beautiful, private setting. MLS#588398 $2,345,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

248-acre property convenient to Charlottesville.

Gently rolling land with streams, pasture,woods, and immense privacy. Numerous building sites, a charming, c. 1860, 3-bedroom 2-bath farmhouse. MLS#584740 $1,850,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

CITY CHARMER GREENLEAF LANE

3-bedroom, 2-bath home with living room, dining room, kitchen, and screened side porch. Wonderful fenced and level back yard. Many features include wood floors, offstreet driveway, built-ins, landscaping and cute front porch. In a convenient neighborhood. Near Greenleaf and McIntire Parks and city schools.

Walking distance to UVA. $398,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124

CABIN AT TURTLE CREEK

Beautiful country home set on 39.6 private acres at the foot of the Blue Ridge, featuring a well-designed home with multiple living rooms. The property includes a three-bay utility room and a guest house. MLS#587914 $4,475,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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Historic, circa 1788, gem in the heart of Keswick, restored and updated. Main house with attached tavern and party barn on 4 acres. Views of Southwest Mtn. Minutes to Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#587033 $2,250,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

MILTON VILLAGE

21-acre lot minutes east of Charlottesville. Level building site with well and soils tested for drain field.

4-board fence along road frontage. Creek, small pond and automatic waterers. MLS#586469 $465,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610

LIBERTY MILLS ROAD

Attractive 70-acre property in the sought-after Somerset area of Orange County, fronting Blue Run. Numerous building sites and attractive mountain views. MLS#585225 $685,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

WOODLANDS ROAD

Level building site, exceptional privacy, tranquil setting, 10+ gently rolling acres, stream, and beautiful pastoral views! Excellent location, convenient to Barracks Road and airport! MLS#573509 $220,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

RIVER LAWN

Delightful combination of wood and pastureland with a spectacular bluff for a building site overlooking the James River. Property is under easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. MLS#569753 $745,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

GARTH RUN ROAD

20± acre country property with stream running through land. Tucked in the mountains with stone ruins of mountain cabin evident on property. Private & remote yet only 10 minutes to numerous conveniences.

MLS#585226 $110,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

TAYLOR MOUNTAIN FARM

Private, lovely views and convenient building site in the desirable Western School District, 15 minutes to town. Potential for division with 3 development rights and adjoining hundreds of conserved acres MLS#585227 $350,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

LONESOME MOUNTAIN ROAD

5 acre lot that has not been available for many years.

This country but close to town location is conveniently located with quick access to Historic Downtown Mall, UVA, NGIC, airport and North Fork Business Park.

MLS#593160 $250,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

HANDLEY FARM ESTATES

Impeccable, one-level 4-bedroom home, gorgeous mountain views perched on 5+ private acres in Western Albemarle. Just 10-15 minutes from Waynesboro or Charlottesville. MLS#585923 $1,295,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

ESMONT ROAD

109 acres of gently rolling land comprised of mostly hardwoods with pine and lovely year-round streams.

Easement opportunity. Ideal for residential building, investment or timber. MLS#528493 $365,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

BLACKWELLS HOLLOW

Stunning 360 degree mountain views on this wonderful rural property in Browns Cove, just N of White Hall. Multitude of options. Made up of 4 parcels totaling 91.53 acres. $599,000 MLS#588437 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

GILBERT STATION ROAD

Wonderfully private, 67-acre tract of land approximately 11 miles north of Charlottesville in Barboursville. Mostly wooded with a creek and road frontage. Tremendous views. MLS#552156 $565,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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nated up front because they fall out of the buyers’ price range.

At the same time, buyers who can afford more house will also reject yours if it is overpriced, because they will see that it doesn’t compare favorably to others they are viewing.

“A property receives its best exposure during the first three to five weeks after it is listed,” Guthrie says. “After this, many agents lose their enthusiasm as other new (and better valued) listings come onto the market.”

Bottom line, if your home is overpriced you will miss showings from qualified buyers who are eager for what it has to offer. Further, national statistics show that the longer a property is on the market, the lower the selling price. “The home becomes ‘stale’ and price reductions result,” Guthrie says.

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Unfortunately, arriving at the right asking price is never quite as easy as doing a little research and putting a sign in your yard. Pricing a home correctly is both a science (based on what else has sold in your area) and an art that requires in depth knowledge of our ever-changing market.

Most sellers lack this kind of knowledge and have difficulty being objective about the value of their home. To price it right, input from their agent—who knows the market well and is experienced at negotiating contracts and successfully bringing homes to closing—is essential.

Ultimately, your home will sell for a price that reflects the outcome of negotiations between a buyer who makes an offer, and your response based on the price and conditions you are willing to accept.

Before the negotiation can begin, however, your home must go on the market and get shown. But that may

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never happen if your price discourages the best buyer prospects from walking in the door.

Fortunately, your REALTOR® can offer an objective view of the market helping you price your home so as not to lose out due to either underpricing or over-pricing.

Informed Buyers Research by the National Association of REALTORS® finds that most buyers start their house search online.

However, when they are ready to get serious about a purchase, the vast majority (88 percent) use an agent to help them find the right house and guide them through the confusing maze of negotiations and decisions that follow.

Nevertheless, easy access to online information means by the time they contact a REALTOR®, today’s buyers are savvier about the market than in times past. In most cases, they have already eliminated some homes and formed opinions about what they can expect to pay.

It’s essential, then, that your home be correctly priced and look its best in pictures, videos and online descriptions, so that buyers are excited about walking in the door. If they are not, no matter how nice your house is, they may eliminate it before they ever see the inside.

Of course, the house must also live up to its marketing, and buyers and agents must both be convinced the actual condition and amenities of the home justify the price. If not, buyers will not linger, and agents won’t recommend it to other prospects.

The Best Asking Price “Determining your ‘asking price’ is the most important step in preparing your house for sale,” says Michael Guthrie, CEO and Principal Broker at Roy Wheeler Realty, Co., adding that “the best resource” for information is your REALTOR’s® experience in selling homes similar to yours.

Unfortunately, most sellers are tempted to start at a higher price than might be justified by market conditions. They tell themselves buyers can always bring in a lower offer and they can negotiate a price somewhere in between. However, “this strategy can be detrimental to your bottom line,” Guthrie says.

Before they start looking at homes, serious buyers either have all cash or they meet with a lender and learn how much of a mortgage loan they qualify for. This information, along with their comfort level about how much payment they can afford, drives their decision about what homes to view. This can mean overpriced homes are elimi-

While our local real estate market is active, there are signs it may be slowing a bit. The 2nd Quarter Market Report from CAAR (Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS®) shows that while home prices continued to rise, there were fewer closings than during the same time a year ago. In addition, homes stayed on the market an average of three days longer than a year ago, rising to 54.

At the same time, new home sales continued strong. “While there were fewer closings in the second quarter compared to the same time a year ago, a higher percentage of them were new homes,” Guthrie reports predicting that trend will continue throughout the remainder of the year.

The active new homes market is all the more reason for sellers to follow their REALTOR’s® advice and price their home to compare favorably with new construction. “If people think they are getting a great deal it can make a difference,” says Byrd Abbott with Roy Wheeler Realty, Co. Are you ready to sell your home? If so, contact your agent today and price it appropriately for our fast-changing market. You’ll be glad you did. n Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesville.

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BRAMBLEWOOD, A 522 acre private sanctuary in the Southwest Mountains and the heart of Keswick. The 2008 manor home, with over 14,000 sq. ft. of living space, showcases the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. Impressive grounds, mature landscaping, ponds, 2 other homes, and a large barn, complete this stunning estate. The 6-bedroom residence boasts Italian plaster finishes, limestone floors, his/her studies and 6 fireplaces. MLS 595091 $6,700,000

Nearly 1,000-acres in Albemarle County, Virginia -20 min from Charlottesville and UVA. Situated among the headwaters of the Hardware River, Highland Orchard features a rolling pasture and woodland and a stylish contemporary residence with spectacular views. The Residence, guest house, farm cottage, formal greens, pool and host of complimentary farm buildings make this an extraordinary farm offering in Virginia. MLS 580935

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1,563 acres of personal parkland. Proximity to several international airports and mid-atlantic cities. The Gardner farm is an expansive retreat offering the highest degree of privacy and tranquility Virginia can offer. 4 miles of the South Anna River traverses the property with approximately 20 miles in trails extending through hardwood forests. Unique river crossings link this parkland with many potential home sites, 4 scenic ponds and a 30 acre lake. MLS# 566282 $7,500,000

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A 530 acre Estate for the Virginia Sportsman. Comprised of a Federal style manor home c. 1830s 1840s, a carriage house/garage with a two-bedroom apartment, a historic cabin, guest house, pool house, even a wedding venue, all among an equal balance of forest and wooded buffers with a full complement of out-buildings. 15 miles north of Charlottesville, Highbrighton has grown organically from a family home hosting sporting and social events, to a thriving diversified business. $8,000,000

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c. 1856 brick Georgian manor home encompasses four levels of living space totaling 9,000 s.f. with 10’ ceilings and heart pine floors throughout as well as numerous fireplaces and original moldings and woodwork MLS 585034 $2,975,000

c. 1910 Farm House manor on 14 stunning acres in Greenwood VA. Perched above Stockton Creek with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Only 15 mins to downtown Charlottesville in coveted Western Albemarle. MLS 595248 $2,300,0000

Rarely does a property come available with so many excellent qualities. Period Charlottesville Georgian designed by Marshall Wells built in the late 1930s. This property is one of the best locations in town. MLS 588265 $2,600,000

42 Acre country estate in Keswick VA. Built in 2005 the main residence has 6 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 6 fireplaces, large 1st floor master, infinity swimming pool and hot tub, stable, and riding ring with paddocks on all sides.

Original design combining traditional Virginia farmhouse style with elegant Swedish charm. 45 Acres w/ guest cottage, 3 ponds, paddocks, barns, gardens, and sport courts.

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Downtown Charlottesville home c. 1920 with high ceilings and rear porch that is magical overlooking a private city yard. A rare offering with open floor plan. 3 bedroom and additional 2 bedroom garden apartment. Do not miss this opportunity. MLS 588413 $1,750,000

40 Lots available, located only 5 miles east of Charlottesville, Keswick Estate offers the best building opportunities in the area. Adjoining the Keswick Hall and Golf Club with current renovations underway at the Hotel and newly designed Pete Dye Golf Course.

Built in 1840, Bloomingdale is a noteworthy Orange County, VA historic property located in the heart of Somerset. The Federal manor has a magnificent center hall with grand proportioned rooms (11 ft. ceilings on main floor) and fireplaces in every room. MLS 5677939 $1,275,000

Contemporary cedar and stone home fronting the Robinson River positioned to enjoy the beautiful views in every direction. Spacious 5-bedroom house, comfortable living spaces, luxurious kitchen, indoor swimming pool, wood-burning fireplace in center living room: totally unique offering. MLS 593734 $1,195,000

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