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PRINCE GEORGE 5 AC LOT w/GREAT SECLUSION. Mature hdwd & pine thru-out. Creek runs on back side of prop Will take a conventional septic sys. Best time to walk this land! $39,999

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MATOACA NEW CONSTRUCTION! Will be a vinyl sided rancher w/3 BR, 2 full BA, great rm w/ open flr plan. Hdwd flrs, vltd ceils. Lovely eatin kitchen. Pic of similar flr plan. $178,000

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JARRATT NEW CONSTRUCTION WITH NICE UPGRADES. Wonderful home has 1450 SF, 3 BR, 2 full BA. The LR, kitchen & dining area are open. MBR w/MBA $149,900

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COLONIAL HEIGHTS Cape Cod style home w/ 4 BR, 2 BA, LR w/ wood-burning FP, dining area & kitchen w/appls that convey. Renovated 1st flr BA, refin hdwd flrs. Great location $139,900

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CHESTERFIELD Great building lot for sale! SELLER HAS ALREADY DONE SOIL STUDY & STUDY PERIOD! Contains 2 sep parcels equaling a total of 15.41 acres! $110,000

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CHESTERFIELD ~ Cypress Woods Stunning 2-story vinyl sided home w/cath ceils, hdwd flrs, formal LR & DR, open FR w/FP, eat-in kitchen. 4 BR, 2.5 BA. 2C att garage. Scr rear deck w/hot-tub. $349,950

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MATOACA Brand new construction! 1,702 SF, huge great rm w/dark hdwd flrs, vltd ceils. Large eat-in kitchen. Heat pump & C/A, FR, large rear covd deck, all on 3+- acres! $$219,900

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GLOUCESTER ALL BRICK HOME ON 13.3 ACRES ON THE PERRIN RIVER. 5816 sq ft, 4 BR, 4 BA. All of the rooms in this house are enormous! A beautiful Florida room on the back side of the home. 2 car garage This is a custom built estate home. So many options here. Horses are permitted. $699,000

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COLONIAL HEIGHTS: 3 BR, 1.5 BA, FR, DR, Partial Basement, FP, Sun Porch, HW Floors.

Text M2173 $169,900. to 85377 MLS:1738129 CHESTERFIELD: 4 Bdrms, 2.5 Baths, Fmly Rm, Dining Rm, Living Rm, Brick FP, 2 Zoned AC Unit.

Text M58885 $247,500. to 85377 MLS:1724492 PRINCE GEORGE: Text M2177 Renovated Daylily Plan. 4 to 85377 BR, 2.5 BA, Lrg Foyer, Study, DR, Kitchen open to FR, Gas FP, Garage, Deck, Lrg Front Porch.

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PRINCE GEORGE: Willow Plan. 4 BR, 2.5 Bths, Frml Lving Rm, Kitchen Open to Family Rm, Loft, 2 Car Garage, Deck, Lrg Front Porch. $259,500.

PRINCE GEORGE: 3 Bdrms, 2 Baths, Family Rm, Large Master Bdrm, Garage. $219,500.

PRINCE GEORGE: 4 Bdrms, 2.5 Baths, Large Family Room, 2 Car Garage. $239,500.

PRINCE GEORGE: 4 BR, 2 BA, LR, 1st Flr Master, FP, 2 Zoned Heat & AC, Lrg Backyard. $169,900.

MLS:1739834 DINWIDDIE: Log Cabin Home! 5.31 Acs, 3 BR, 2 BA, Great Rm, Ofc, Lrg Kitchen, FP, I/G Pool. $299,000.

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CHESTERFIELD $159,500 ATTENTION 1st time homebuyer. Upgraded 3 BR brick rancher. NEW Roof, vinyl trim, thermal windows, kitchen-flooring, cabinets, counters, fridge, range, DW. NEW TEXT R658579 TO 52187 200 AMP Elec Service, ceramic tiles, vanities & commodes in BA. Keep lot w/utility bldg.

Make your offer and move in at closing! MLS:1801354 DINWIDDIE $349,900 AN OPPORTUNITY to own a business w/an est client base. #1 TIRES on Boydton Plank Rd. Make an offer. Great bldg w/2880 SF on 3+ acs.

C/A, propane gas ht, TEXT R482659 TO 52187 office space, util space + equip. Other opportunities: cabinet shop, plumbing &/or htg & AC etc. A GREAT PLACE FOR YOUR BUSINESS! MLS:1728500

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CHESTER $269,900 Lots of room, fresh paint, carpet, hdwd flrs down.

Eat in kitchen w/ lots of cabinets.

Mud & utility rms. Large deck R507673 overlooking in-ground pool.

FR w/brick FP & hdwd flr. Formal LR & DR. Walk-up floored attic. .5 acre lot w/privacy fence. 4C garage.

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CHESTERFIELD CHESTERFIELD $235,000 $153,000 Shows like new!

Williamsburg Quaint 3 BR style home w/ ranch home. modern amenities Large FR w/lots in a neighborhood of natural light, modeled a spacious eat after Colonial in kitchen w/ Williamsburg.

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Spacious back deck & big yard. yard w/privacy fence, large deck & shed. Long Updated chef’s kitchen, recently renovated MBA, open covered front porch. A Fannie Mae, HomePath home. flr plan & sunrm. Formal LR & DR, gas FP. 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Call Jeff Caldwell @ 804-647-4060. MLS: 1725613 Call Anna Barlow @ 804-306-6582. MLS:1742278 DINWIDDIE CHESTERFIELD $99,900 $110,000 Brick Cape 3 BR, 2 full w/1st flr BR & BA ranch style beautiful views home on .45 ac. from sunrm. 3 Eat-in kitchen spacious BR, 1 w/beautiful BA, large kitchen, cabinetry & FR & a formal knotty pine walls.

R592238 DR. Newly fin wd R654975 Large FR w/ flrs & new viny. 2 laminate flooring, rear decks. Det 2C garage + workshop & another huge knotty pine wainscoating. MBR w/full BA. 2 addl BR, det storage bldg. A Fannie Mae HomePath property. another full BA. Call Janice Melvin @ 804-691-3887.

Call Anna Barlow @ 804-306-6582. MLS:1738205 A Fannie Mae HomePath Property. MLS:1742304 PRINCE GEORGE PRINCE GEORGE $159,500 $290,000 Home nestled Tucked away on on an almost 3+ wooded acs.

1/2 acre country Contemp stucco lot. Full front ranch home country porch w/3 BR & 2.5 & rear deck.

BA. Super large New HVAC, new great rm w/blt in carpet 2nd level, R664928 R694433 cabinets & gas new wide plank log FP. Formal laminate flooring on first level. Open flr plan w/cath LR w/large picture window. FR w/sliding glass doors to great rm & loft overlooking liviing area. Call Diana rear deck. Kitchen has been updated. Hdwd flrs. Call Hayes @ 804-586-1807. MLS:1801989 Joy Harris-Cobb @ 804-720-2783. MLS:1805073

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R683856 CHESTERFIELD - $239,999 Five Forks Village! 3 BR, 2.5 BA, LR/DR combo, kitchen w/brkfst area, FR w/FP. 3 BR & loft upstairs. Lrg Master ste w/MBA. Att 1.5C garage. Many upgrades. MLS:1803843

R662600 NEW KENT - $315,000 2-Story home in Brickshire's Golf Community!! 4 BR, 2.5 BA, formal LR & DR, large open kitchen.

FR w/FP, screened in porch. 2C att garage on large lot in cul-de-sac. MLS:1801399

R685509 CHESTERFIELD - $249,900 Open floor plan. Formal DR. Great rm w/gas FP. Kitchen w/eat in area open to deck.

Upstairs 3 BR & 2 full BA. MBR w/walk in closet & MBA. MLS:1804006

R690627 CHESTER - $234,900 LR, DR & updated eat in kitchen w/newer countertops.

FR w/brick FP. Large encl porch off the kitchen. Upstairs 4 BR & 2 full BA. MBR w/hdwd flrs & MBA. MLS:1804593

R689383 PETERSBURG - $59,900 Brick Cape w/4 BR, 1 full BA, LR w/FP, DR, kitchen and utility rm. Bonus room off of the LR perfect for a playroom or office. Nice hdwd flrs & on a large lot. MLS:1804285

R667002 HOPEWELL - $69,900 Ranch home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, kitchen with eat in area, and utility room. Exterior with vinyl siding, and large rear deck. MLS:1802228

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TEXT R622874 TO 52187 HOPEWELL- 3BR, 1.5BA ranch style home. Beautiful eat-in kitchen w/Corian. Full bath has walk-in tub shower. MLS:1740841

Land For Sale 1131 Wagner Rd, Petersburg 93.4288 acs along a railway.

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Lots A-B Wagner Pro Community Ln P.G. - Just under 5 acs perfect for dev. MLS#1742688 $1,750,000

TEXT R646877 TO 52187 SURRY- Move in ready rancher 3BR, 2BA, lg FR & updated EI kitchen, bsmt. Patrick Barnes 804-691-5490 MLS:1800035

TEXT R651682 TO 52187 SAXE-SYLVAN HILL PLANTATION 6,800 SF manor hse on crest of 9.48 acs. Patrick Barnes (804)691-5490 MLS:1800643

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TITLE I N S UR ANCE ON N E W C ON ST RU C T ION ?

YES, AN D HERE'S WHY!

B Y BARBA R A P R ONI N When home buyers are purchasing a newly constructed single-family residence or condo in a just-built development, they may wonder why they need to pay for title insurance on property that no one has ever owned?

but not found due to a clerical error, the new property-holder might be left “holding the bag” in defending against a lienholder’s legal action, if there weren’t a title insurance policy in place covering the property.

The answer is fairly simple: While buyers may be the first owners of this newly constructed residence, chances are there were prior owners of the land upon which the residence was built. A title search is the safest way to discover the existence of any liens against the formerly unimproved land.

The fact is, because the lender wants to be sure there is a clear title on the property that secures their mortgage, they will require that a lender’s title insurance policy be purchased.

But the lender’s title policy merely protects the lender and not the buyer who pays for the policy. Only the purchase of an owner’s title insurance policy will protect the new homeowner against any covered threats to the title of the property, whether they are discovered before or after the time of closing.

Need more reason for a title search? Suppose the developer, in constructing the home, has failed to pay a supplier or subcontractor? Very likely, the injured party will – or perhaps already has – filed a lien (known as a mechanics lien) against the property.

Additionally, so that there is no question as to ownership in the future, it should be verified that the land in this brand new development was properly subdivided, and that the owner’s new home is on the correctly identified lot.

Last but not least, title insurance may cover mistakes made in the County Recorder’s office. For example, if an existing lien was filed

One of the goals of the title company is to help agents maintain the trust they have built with their buyers. Stressing the need for title insurance in connection with the purchase of a newly-built home is a good way to protect their property interests, thereby strengthening productive customer relationships.

Barbara Pronin is an award-winning writer based in Orange County, Calif. A former news editor with more than 30 years of experience in journalism and corporate communications, she has specialized in real estate topics for over a decade.

During retirement, retirees often don't want to deal with major maintenance and repairs that are associated with larger, older homes.

Retirees Turning to Custom Homes to Get the Right Space B Y K R I S L I N D A HL As people reach retirement, their current house may simply be too big for their needs.

Paying large utility bills, maintenance costs and property taxes for an older home on a large lot can often drain nest eggs and retirement funds. During the golden years, when you will likely have a lower income and too much house, there may come a time when downsizing to a smaller home will fit better into your lifestyle and budget.

Retiring to a Custom Home

higher shelves. In addition, bathrooms can be designed for retirees with physical disabilities who may have problems using the shower, tub or toilet.

You can have more flexibility when having a smaller home built with adaptable features.

The custom home can be modified for different life stages without having to deal with costly renovations later on that can be a major disruption to your daily life.

When you hear about a retiree downsizing to a smaller place, most people think that the person will be packing up and moving into an apartment in a senior community or a mother-in-law suite in their adult children's homes.

Yet many retirees still want their freedom to come and go as they please in their own place.

Purchasing a smaller home then becomes the ideal option.

Custom Home Offering Less Maintenance Hassles

One interesting trend is that retirees are looking to custom build a new home that is smaller in size. The retiree may be at a unique advantage of having the financial independence to cover the costs of home construction without straining their retirement funds. At this point of time in their retirement years, most retirees have already paid off the mortgage for their other home as they now own the house outright. With the home value having appreciated, they can now ask for a higher sales price that can cover the land purchase and all the home construction expenses.

By having a custom home built at a smaller size, buyers will know that everything in the house is new. They will have new wiring, plumbing, mechanical systems, appliances, a roof, a foundation and other aspects. Even if something should break during those first few months, builders normally provide a builder warranty that will cover defects and provide repairs.

Building a Home Tailored to Health Needs Another advantage to having a custom home built is that it can be designed to account for current medical conditions or physical restrictions. You can work with builders and architects to design the home so that it can make your daily life easier as you grow older.

The custom build may have wider first-floor spaces and hallways to accommodate mobility devices. There can be outdoor ramps by front entrances for wheelchairs and walkers, as well as lower kitchen cabinets so you can get items without having to stretch to reach

During retirement, retirees often don't want to deal with major maintenance and repairs that are associated with larger, older homes.

Even downsizing to a smaller, existing home can lead to stress as there may be significant issues with the dwelling that will need to be dealt with before moving in.

Downsizing to Your Custom Dream Home Downsizing to a custom home has many advantages. Buyers can have the home built at a chosen destination that offers everything they could possibly need during their retirement years.

It helps to perform comprehensive research regarding the real estate market when purchasing land at another location. Also, researching building plans and contractors can make the difference in purchasing a custom home built with superior craftsmanship. A real estate agent's help can be just what buyers need to find a new place that is specifically designed for their post-career lifestyle.

Best Financial Investments for Your Home By Craig Middleton On popular home improvement shows, people repair or add new features to their homes to increase substantial market value in the process. Whether you are looking to increase the value of your home or just make improvements for your own enjoyment, some of the best financial investments you can make for your home include: Major Problem Fixes The first high-return investment you should make in your home is to correct any major problems. If your home has serious issues, such as a broken air conditioner or a pipe leak, fixing those issues should be priority No. 1. Repairing or replacing the roof and siding can be a great investment, as potential buyers will generally factor in both the time and cost of having to fix it themselves. Problems like these are always easier to fix when they're small--rather than later, after having put them off.

Exterior Improvements Replacing garage doors is one of the best improvements for the exterior. If your garage door looks new, your house will look new as well. Painting the outside of your home is another good investment in the exterior. If you don't want to take the time and money to fully repaint your home, pressure-washing can be a quick way to make the outside of your home look much more presentable. Replacing windows is another way to make the outside of your home look better, as well as improve the home's energy efficiency.

Entryway Improvements Like the garage door, the front door is important in making a good first impression on a potential buyer.

Replacing a wooden front door with a steel door can also make your home safer, and increasing the safety of your home can be another great selling point.

Update the Interior Fixes and additions to the inside of your home can be a great financial investment. A fresh coat of paint to the interior can add value by making the home look newer, cleaner and brighter.

Improving your home's bathroom(s), particularly visible elements such as vanities, lighting, countertops, toilets and tubs, can yield a high return. You may obtain a better return on investment by making improvements to the main features, instead of completely gutting the bathroom.

Kitchen remodels can be another way to significantly improve the value of your home, by improving functional items such as cabinets, drawers, pantry doors and appliances. Appliances such as refrigerators don't have to be completely new, but they should keep up with current trends.

Adding high-efficiency appliances to a home can modernize it and also save you money on electricity.

Some states and cities have tax programs that could reduce your taxes if you buy and use high-efficiency appliances that require less electricity.

Overall, you should research the investment potential of your home before making any purchases. If you are trying to increase the resale value of your home, you need to make sure your fixes or additions will increase the value of the home not only for you, but also to potential buyers.

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Jimmy Taylor REALTORÂŽ, Class A Contractor

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Jimmy.Taylor.PGRealty@gmail.com

Serving Prince George and all surrounding areas. 5721 Courthouse Rd, Prince George, VA 23875 CHESTERFIELD

14704 MIDSHIP WOODS COURT ~ $229,000 Your prayers have been answered! IF you have been praying for a 4 BR, 2.5 BA home that is Waterfront AND convenient to everything...... Here it is. Located in Ashbrook right off Hull Street Road & positioned approx 50’ from Lake Ashbrook. A large LR w/cathedral ceiling, skylights & FP. Downstairs MBR & MBA w/patio doors to balcony ovrlkg the lake. A Melani Brothers sunrm. Dock large enough to be used as a deck. Lake is stocked with several species of fish and has several swans who have made it their home. MLS:1804160 PRINCE GEORGE

00 County Line Road Here is your chance to own 70+ acres in Prince George Co. It is zoned R-A, so you can build a house and/or have the small farm that you have dreamed of.

There is 60+/- acres of 13 year old growth of pine and oak and 10 acres of cleared field that can be planted or turned into pasture or a home site. Very quiet and secluded with plenty of wild life. Convenient to I-460 & I-295. Approx 20 mins to Fort Lee. MLS:1806046 $179,950 Call Jimmy at 804-919-2574.

DINWIDDIE

15308 Hardiways Mill Road Wow! 2.8 acres of rolling land bordered on one side by a small stream that meanders thru the woods finally ending on Stony Creek. Bordered by a few fair sized oaks and some small pines with some medium to large boulders that could be integrated as part of the landscaping for the yard. Alive with wildlife and easy access to local businesses in the heart of Dinwiddie.

Only 5 minutes to Interstate 85 and 20 minutes to Colonial Heights and Fort Lee. MLS:1710066 $24,950 Call Jimmy at 804-919-2574.

More lots & homes available! Call Jimmy at 804-919-2574.

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Ashley Oakley

(Formerly Ashley Forehand) 5295 Prince George Dr, Prince George, VA 23875

Associate Broker, ABR, e-Pro Multi-Million Dollar Producer

804-731-2755

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CHESTER PRECIOUS! Route 10 for quick access to 95 & 295. 3 BR & 2 BA. Kitchen has vinyl floors w/tons of cabinet space! Dining area w/ hdwd flrs. Master BR w/hdwd flrs w/BA. Huge LR. Covered carport.

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PRINCE GEORGE This warm & inviting home has been impeccably maintained & upgraded by the original owner. Solid built home in established neighborhood will make coming home a pleasure. 4 BR, 2 BA. Text R614824 to 52187

PETERSBURG Wonderful brick colonial w/4 BR, 2 full BA. Large, open kitchen w/ new Brazilian cherry wood flrs.

Morning rm w/built in bookcases.

Family rm w/hdwd flrs & FP. Walkup attic. Covered porch.

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PRINCE GEORGE Everything you could possibly want! Open flr plan. LR w/brick FP. Large kitchen w/eat-in area.

Garage is an in-law ste w/private entry & BA. 6+ acs w/exercise ring & substantial fenced in area.

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PRINCE GEORGE 3 BR, 2.5 BA Cape style home w/ possibility of using the great room as a 4th BR. Vaulted ceiling in the Living Rm, a formal Dining Rm, a large (23x17) Great Room w/wood stove. New carpet & paint.

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COLONIAL HEIGHTS 4 BR, 3.5 BA townhome! HOA maintains the whole exterior. 1st flr new engineered hdwd flrs & FP. Spac eat-in kitchen & oversized deck. Bsmt w/another MBR w/access for entry.

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Tina McCabe

REALTOR®, ABR

804-536-6800

Multi-Million Dollar Producer

10001 Courtview Lane Chesterfield, VA 23832

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ONE LEVEL LIVING! Well maint. Large LR w/cathedral ceiling, skylights, lots of natural light, ceiling fan, brick FP, & plush carpet. Kitchen and dining area is open to living room. Large fenced-in backyard. MLS:1728945

PETERSBURG Adorable 3 BR 1.5 Bath charming all brick home, located on a larger lot that is completely fenced in.

Home has gorgeous wood flooring and has been well taken care of. MLS:1736555

4 BR 3.5 BATH ON 10 ACRE LOT. Features Carpet, Solid Hardwood and Ceramic Tile Floors. 2 car attached garage. 2 Zoned Heat Pump & Central Air, Wood Burning Fireplace and a Vinyl In ground Pool. MLS:1742547

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FROM THE ROOF TO THE WINDOWS to the refinished wood floor throughout, this home has been fully renovated. You will enjoy the new freshly painted walls, renovated Kitchen and bathrooms.

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BEAUTIFUL BRICK RANCHER w/3 BR, 1 BA that is renovated inside. Bright open LR & DR w/refin hdwd flrs.

Modern kitchen w/new cabinets, SS dishwasher and gas stove convey.

Freshly painted thru-out. MLS:1804771

PETERSBURG Great Investors Special, 3 BR 1.5 Bath Historic Home in the heart of Petersburg. MLS:1730859

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PETERSBURG - Investors special.

Historic home located in the heart of Petersburg. 4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath.

MLS:1730853

RECENTLY RENOVATED & PRICED TO SELL! Completely renovated inside.

Everything is new as follows, Utility rm, roof, windows, vinyl siding, plumbing, electrical, paint & a remodeled kitchen.

Refin hdwd flrs. MLS:1802774

CUTE 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH RANCH STYLE HOME. Home has been well maintained. Beautiful Vinyl Rear Fenced Yard! This home has 1603 Square feet of living space. Must see to appreciate!

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1.26 ACRE LOT IN CHESTERFIELD, MLS: 1739564, $55,000

HOPEWELL Sellers will consider a lease purchase! OPEN & SPACIOUS flrplan! 3 BR unit w/2 full & 2 half BA & riverfront views of the Appomattox River! Just mins from I-95 & I-295. A full service marina, beach. MLS:1739570

CHESTERFIELD 1.04 Acre buildable lot.

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DINWIDDIE Beautiful country setting. 1 to 20+ acre lots. All with road frontage. Close in to build on or just hunt on.

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BIG BANG FOR YOUR BUCK! Brick Rancher. 2400 SF, LR, DR, FR w/FP, 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Huge rec rm. Scr back porch, raised stn patio w/gorgeous fenced, lighted back yd + util shed. All appls stay. Renovations!!

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$120,000 3BD, 2.5BA 2 story colonial with three bedrooms, 2 and one half baths close to schools ad shopping. MLS:1801994 Text R664927 to 52187

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4 BR, 2.5 BA. MLS:1741926 Text R633833 to 52187

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$114,900 Very attractive 2BD, 2BA move in condition. Carpet to be replaced. A large lot w/space for fresh summer vegetables! MLS:1804622 Text R690629 to 52187

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TEXT R690629 TO 52187 A large lot, even with space to enjoy fresh summer vegetables! MLS:1804622 PETERSBURG $100,000 Nice lot with 3 bedroom, 1 bath rancher and garage.

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Real Estate Company 3302 Oaklawn Blvd, Hopewell, VA 23860

804.458.9873

Patricia Dostie

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Home: (804)541-0401 Email: mwswrwtw@gmail.com

More Than A Realtor®...A Friend! $157,950 S. CHESTERFIELD Priced under assessment! Nice large fenced yd.

Gazebo is for storage only. (no flr) 2 tier deck. Garage w/work shop. Paved drive.

$5,500 HOPEWELL Lots 1 & 2 on the corner of Courthouse Road & Lee Street.

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Melinda Sexton (804) 458-9873

Real Estate Company 3302 Oaklawn Blvd., Hopewell, VA 23860

Ext. 135

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See me on the web at www.melindasexton.com

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$269,950 PRINCE GEORGE Lovely 2-story w/4 beds, 2.5 baths, & a 2-car attached Garage. Attractive country front porch overlooking almost an acre of land that is close to Interstates.

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$266,950 PRINCE GEORGE Custom Brick & Vinyl Colonial in the Age Qualifying Community of Tinsley Charter. Kitchen with granite, custom cabinets, pantry & Hardwood floors, Living Room & Dining area have 9' ceilings & HW floors. Gas Fireplace. Master with tray ceiling. Amazing quality!

$179,950 PRINCE GEORGE Custom Villa in the Age Qualifying Community of Tinsley Charter with 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, center Fireplace with built-in shelving between Kitchen & Living Room, nice Florida Room and a partially covered rear Patio.

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$169,950 SUSSEX/CARSON Affordable New Construction homes on Acreage Lots with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Hardwood flooring in Dining & Living Room. Within 5 minutes of Interstate & Fort Lee. Other available plans.

$199,950 PRINCE GEORGE Amazing 3 Bed, 2 Bath Rancher .73 Acres. Renovated Kitchen with built in oven, cook top range, newer oak cabinets & built in dishwasher. Cathedral ceilings, FP w/ wood stove, Heat pump, 200 amp service, shed, carport, & lots of closet space. Corner lot.

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3 BR, 2 BA waterfront home w/private dock, firepit & a retaining wall around the water. Open flrplan. FR w/corner FP. MLS:1742366 Text R643421 to 52187

5.914 ACRES in the subdivision off Rte 10, in Prince George Co. Several homes in the subdivision has paved roads.

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How to Stage Your Home on a Budget Staging your home so that it is in prime showing shape is essential for selling it in the shortest amount of time for the best possible price. While a professional home stager can work wonders, it might not be in your budget. Buying new furniture, redecorating, or other big home improvement tasks might not be either. However, there’s no need to worry. There are many great ways to inexpensively stage your home, without paying a professional, such as: Getting rid of the excess. Minimalism is in, and when someone comes to look at your house they want to imagine what they can do with it, not think about someone else’s personal belongings around the house.

The first thing every home stager will do is get rid of the clutter. And that is something anyone can do on your own without spending a dime. Get some boxes and storage bins and start removing whatever you can, including: framed photos; anything hanging on the fridge or anywhere else; knick knacks; most books (save a few nice ones for staging); trophies and awards; kitchen gadgets; personal effects such as glasses, keys, jewelry, etc. The golden rule? You can’t remove too much.

Rearranging the furniture. Go from room to room and make sure the furniture is ar-

ranged in a way that makes the room look as open and spacious as possible. If this means removing chairs or tables to open the flow, go for it.

Brightening things up. Replace heavy drapery with sheer panels, raise blinds and shades, and place higher wattage bulbs in lighting fixtures, adding a lamp or two where necessary. Maximizing natural and artificial light is essential to making your home look as bright and appealing as possible.

Painting where necessary. A small investment of paint in key areas will be worth it.

Change any dark or oddly painted rooms to a light, neutral color, and prioritize walls and rooms where the paint is dirty or showing signs of aging. Paint can also be a good option for updating kitchen cabinets that are otherwise too expensive to replace.

Adding new accessories. A trip to your nearest discount store can send you home with a bundle of new accent pillows, throws, bathroom and kitchen accessories and a nice vase or two for the dining room and coffee tables. These decorative accessories will add a fresh feel and pops of color where necessary throughout your home. Just remember: less is more.

10 easy

home improvements to make on your fixer upper

By Cary Teller

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here is something awesome about buying a fixer upper and doing the renovations yourself. Some people fix them up a bit at a time, using cash as they have it available. If you want to make a big impact by doing small things, here are 10 things you need to include.

3. New Fixtures Just like the lighting, the fixtures in the home become outdated quickly. Start with the kitchen faucet and then move on to the bathroom. You can update and upgrade a fixer upper by just adding these small touches.

1. Change Out the Lighting

4. Paint Cabinets/Add New Hardware If you have new cabinets in the budget, then you should go for it. However, if your budget is limited, then you may want to try to paint them. Painting old cabinets and installing new hardware will give the kitchen a facelift. If the cabinets are old but sturdy, then you can bring them back to life. Painting is inexpensive and has a huge impact.

Nothing says outdated like an old-fashioned gold chandelier. Lighting is something that can be updated easily and won't cost a bunch of money. It is one of the smallest things you can do that will have the biggest impact.

2. Paint There is an old saying: "If a barn needs to be painted, slap some paint on it." You will be amazed at what some paint can do to your home. A new hue can cover imperfections and give the room the blast of color it needs. Forget drab, white walls that are lackluster. Give your home a color makeover.

5. Rip Out Old Carpeting Carpet is great when it is new; however, when it is old and dingy, it can really have a negative impact on a space. Hardwoods are the best option, followed by laminate floors. However, if you are stretched for money, you may try a bag floor or a penny style one. There are creative options online that allow you to do great things with your floors for less

6. Add Curb Appeal The curb appeal of the home is everything.

It does not matter how great the inside looks if the outside is in shambles. Clean up any dead plants and add some new ones. Be sure to pick flowers and shrubs that bloom at different times. This will allow you to have color year-round. Add some shutters and a fresh coat of paint to the porch. Use decorative numbers to display the address. Finally, replace the mailbox if necessary.

7. Repaint Ceilings Ceilings are often overlooked. They are usually white and any color is reserved for the walls. However, people do not realize how dirty these ceilings can be. A fresh coat of paint on the ceiling can really enhance the whole room. The walls are not the only thing that needs to be painted.

8. Upgrade the Exterior Façade The biggest impact you can have on the outside of a home is to replace or paint siding. If you have it in the budget, you can add brick and stone accents. Most fix-

er upper homes have chipping paint and worn out siding. Splurge for some nice siding or paint a great color to update the home’s look.

9. Replace the Windows New windows are expensive, but they are important. If you have old windows in your home, you need to spend the money to upgrade them. Windows are great for keeping the elements at bay. You will save yourself money in the long run by sealing off drafty openings.

10. Update the Heating & Cooling Unit To help the process of heating and cooling a home, you need to make sure the home has an updated HVAC unit. The air filters are just as important as the unit. Filters with a rating of Merv 11 have "astro pleating" to help ensure no dirt or dust gets into your system. Extend the livelihood of your unit by selecting quality air filters.

Editor's Note: This was originally published on RISMedia's blog, Housecall.

BORROWERS HAVE SPOKEN:

A Mix of Tech & Touch Ideal for Mortgages Mortgage borrowers are espousing the benefits of technology in the process of financing a home, but also recognize the need for—and value of—face-to-face interactions with lenders, according to a new survey.

Fifty-seven percent of homeowners in Ellie Mae's 2017 Borrower Insights Survey completed their most recent mortgage in-person, while 28 percent completed theirs both in-person and online.

Eleven percent completed theirs solely online, the survey said.

Forty percent of the homeowners surveyed would have preferred a "faster process" and "fewer delays"—challenges that can be eliminated or reduced with technology. Twenty percent, similarly, would have preferred a "shorter, easier to understand application."

"There's no question that technology is playing a larger role in the home-buying experience," said Joe Tyrrell, executive vice president of Corporate Strategy at Ellie Mae, in a statement on the survey. "As we expected, many homeowners are seeking a faster and more streamlined experience—and it's not just a millennial phenomenon; it's homebuyers of all ages and both genders."

Case in point: Millennial borrowers were more likely than any other generation to use a combination of in-person and online resources to obtain a mortgage, at 30 percent, but borrowers in Generation X followed at a close 28 percent, as well as baby boomer borrowers, at 20 percent. Though millennial borrowers place the highest importance of all other generations on security throughout the process—an area improved, generally, by tech-

nology—each generation surveyed values simplicity.

There is one aspect of the process largely unaffected by technology: locating a lender. According to the survey, 61 percent of borrowers selected the lender for their most recent mortgage based on a referral—23 percent on a referral from family or a friend, 17 percent on a referral from a bank, 16 percent on a referral from a real estate professional, and 5 percent on a referral from a financial advisor. Just 18 percent of borrowers found a lender on their own through an online search.

So what’s the takeaway? For most borrowers, technology is only one part of the process. Eleven percent of the homeowners surveyed would have preferred their lender communicate with them more.

"Homeowners still want a personal interaction with their lender," Tyrrell said. "They want someone who can answer important questions, and make them feel confident that everything will be handled correctly and on time."

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The Colonial Heights office welcomes Stephen Constantine to our Napier family! As a twin, in a family of three brothers, Stephen Constantine was born competitive. He is a bright, highly motivated, an energetic young man and a life resident of South Chesterfield, Virginia. Stephens work experiences are diverse. These include all aspects of landscaping and general contracting. He has a strong sense of what is sound in a house and what is appealing on all levels. Stephen has had the privilege of living on a home property where he and his brothers are currently creating a local, sustainable farm. For hobbies, he has an interest in antique cars, woodworking at the family farm's sawmill, and enjoys all aspects of nature. Give Stephen a call today for all of your real estate needs @ 896-5217

Tony Ayers 356-6631

Gladys Baines 919-5979

Cordie Baird 931-9301

Westley Bennett 514-1594

Stephen Constantine 896-5217

Lorna Cornett 691-4411

Betty Crostic 691-2130

Marita Dorr 307-8200

Gladys Franco 536-4523

Libby Gatewood 586-5147

Mei Gunther 731-3261

Deborah Hughes 720-8500

Julie Koob 836-6874

Maria Veronica Mino 904-955-2342

Scott Morgan 721-1429

Sherry O’Dett 731-7565

David Patsel 931-4072

Marvin Tiller 241-0889

Beverly Vaughan 306-3926

Jessica Williams 721-9525

Lee Williams 943-3567

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Beverly Vaughan ASSOCIATE BROKER

(804) 306-3926 beverlyvaughan@comcast.net 20 Dunlop Village Circle, Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Text any of the ‘’Codes” on these photos to the Phone Number “52187” to Instantly View More Photos/Information.

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BLACKSTONE ~ $95,000

PRINCE GEORGE ~ $230,000

move-in ready. MLS:1803853 Beverly Vaughan (804 )306-3926

Call Beverly Vaughan (804 )306-3926

DINWIDDIE $85,000 31.6 Acres Lots of land for horses, hunting and riding those ATV's! Close to Interstates I85 & I95. MLS:1518429 Call Beverly Vaughan (804 )306-3926

Cozy Brick Rancher close to schools, shopping & interstates.

A wonderful starter home or even if you are looking to down size.

Just a coat of paint inside & new carpet you could make this home

Make this home what you want with some TLC. Tons of square footage for the price on 5 private acres! Great option for 203K Loan. 3 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths, 3367 sq ft. MLS:1741809

Carmen M. Martin

ABR, CRS, CSP, GRI ~ U.S. Air Force Retired Associate Broker, REALTOR

804-731-2073 ~ Office 804-458-6333 www.CarmenMartinVARealtor.com

Cell

Email:cmartincrs@yahoo.com

Text the Code to 52187 for more information and photos ACREAGE & BASEMENT

PRICE REDUCED!

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PRINCE GEORGE JUST REDUCED to $179,900!

Enjoy this 3BR/2BA, Cape Cod on 1 Acre lot, 2246 Sq.Ft. includes a full/fin, daylight/walkout bsmt! All new carpet, new vinyl, new paint & some light fixtures. Eat-in kitchen w/tile flr, DW, stove & fridge, downstairs master BR was 2 BR/now 1 larger MBR (could be 2 again), 2 more BR & 2nd bath upstairs, Heat Pump/CA on 1st & 2nd flrs w/EBB heat in bsmt. Patio, fence & dbl.carport w/concrete pad & drive. Only minutes from Fort Lee, shopping, etc. SPACE & VALUE JUST FOR YOU! MLS:1734803

Successfully Serving Buyers & Sellers since 1984!

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Holly Pond

Zachary Sharper REALTOR 804-528-8469

Rvarealestatedaddy@gmail.com

601 Southpark Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834

(804) 586-3608

United Real Estate

9011 Arboretum Parkway, Ste 120 Richmond , VA 23236

Holly.Pond@LongandFoster.com

Spring is coming!

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$189,000 ~ DINWIDDIE Country Living! Come enjoy the private park like 1.5 acre setting that includes a stately 2,030 sq. ft. brick rancher. 3 BR, 2 full BA, family room, great room, living room & dining room w/original hardwood floors. Outside, enjoy the pool and hot tub in peace! MLS:1727286

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$262,000 ~ HARROWGATE MEADOWS, CHESTERFIELD 4 BR, 2 BA home built in 2015. Bedrooms are spacious w/centrally located full bathroom. BR on 1st flr w/bath. 9 ft ceilings & open flr plan. DR & family living space. Deck off back & open porch on front.

Off street parking and 2 car garage! MLS:1727165

COLONIAL HEIGHTS 3 BR, 2.5 BA. WOW 1 acre lot!!

Privacy & country living w/a water view of Swift Creek! Beautiful brick FP in FR. Deck and fire pit.

TEXT R659026 TO 52187 The gazebo and screened in porch also offer wonderful outdoor experiences! 2 new heat pumps & all new windows were installed in 2015. MLS:1801406 $239,950 WAVERLY This 1.3 acres includes a 2 bedroom, 2 full bath double wide manufactured home that could be used as a hunter’s TEXT R527979 TO 52187 retreat or a home away from home. MLS:1732393 $57,900

Annie Moore REALTOR®

(804) 524-3134 (804) 861-1977 VM

Tri-Cities / Southpark 601 Southpark Boulevard Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Annie.Moore@LongandFoster.com $119,000 PETERSBURG 3 Bedroom spacious Rancher. Family room, eat-in kitchen, Deck Double Cement Driveway.

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$89,000 ~ PETERSBURG 3 BR, 1.5 BA. Income producing property Tenant in place.

Investors or first time homebuyers! Show & Sell Possible Owner financing with an acceptable down payment. MLS:1803749

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$64,900 ~ PETERSBURG Spacious Rancher.

Investor Special or first time Homebuyer Close to shopping Schools Interstate and much more. 3 BR, 1 BA. Property sold as-Is. MLS:1740236

$184,900 PETERSBURG Loads of potential! Former Doctor Office and Braiding School! New windows, New paint & more! Zoned R-1.

Seller anxious to help you realize your dream!

MLS:1504368

LOTS 710 Hinton Street 515 Cameron Street 1407 Farmer Street

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BOBBY PERKINS GRI, ABR, ePRO

(804) 524-3139 (Direct) bobbygperkins.com

Bobby.Perkins@LongandFoster.com

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DEWITT Well maint 4 BR, 2.5 BA, brick, custom blt home w/a huge det brick garage on 6.11 mostly open acs.

Gourm kitchen. $399,000 MLS:1729639

UNDER CONTRACT

STONY CREEK Renewed 3 BR, 2 BA brick rancher. New/refin hdwd flrg & CT flrs. 2 walls removed to open former LR & FR to Kitchen. $209,900 MLS:1738309

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DINWIDDIE 1.15 acre Wooded Lot Fronting US-1y. Build Your Home Here Or Invest For Probable Later Commercial Use. $24,900 MLS:1732470

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N DINWIDDIE 11.29 acre waterfront lot in Fort Dushane, a new subdiv only mins from Colonial Heights & Fort Lee. $145,000 MLS:1736396

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CARSON Great brick 3 BR, 3 BA rancher less than a mile from I-95. LR w/gas FP. FR w/wood burning FP. Screened in back porch. $219,900 MLS:1733643

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DINWIDDIE 3 BR, 2 BA cinder block home. The walls have been removed.

Well & septic in place. Being sold ‘’AS IS’’. $44,950 MLS:1727267

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N DINWIDDIE 18.11 ac parcel in Fort Dushane, a new subdivi mins from Colonial Heights & Fort Lee. Mostly open land. $195,000 MLS:1736255

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N DINWIDDIE 6.6 acre waterfront lot in Fort Dushane, a new subdiv mins from Colonial Heights & Fort Lee. Approx 4 acres cleared. $175,000 MLS:1736419

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STONY CREEK 2 BR, 1 BA Singlewide mobile home on permanent foundation on 4.83 acs. Approx halfway between I-85 & I-95 $59,900 MLS:1805788

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STONY CREEK Mostly wooded 9.98 ac parcel w/road frontage. An old house was torn down years ago. Approx an acre is open. $47,900 MLS:1730960

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N DINWIDDIE 12.08 ac parcel in Fort Dushane, a new subdii mins from Colonial Heights & Fort Lee. Mostly open land. $135,000 MLS:1736378

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MC KENNEY Over 2000 ft of frontage on Buckskin Creek. Has a campsite or building site among hdwds overlooking the creek. $79,000 MLS:1737750

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Specializing in Land, New Construction And Rural Properties

Richard “Rick” L. Tetterton Jr. Associate Broker Cell (804) 536-7126 rltetterton@gmail.com

Tri-Cities/Southpark Office Office (804) 520-5600 601 Southpark Blvd, Colonial Heights VA 23834

Sim’s Lake at Jordan on the James Only Thirteen Lots Available with Some Of the Areas Finest Builders!!!!!!!

This is a rare opportunity to live on a Private Lake in Prince George!!!!!!

New Homes Prices from the mid $300's Buy With Me....

Contact me today for more information!

(804) 536-7126

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Specializing in Land, New Construction And Rural Properties

Richard “Rick” L. Tetterton Jr. Associate Broker Cell (804) 536-7126 rltetterton@gmail.com

$210,000

Tri-Cities/Southpark Office Office (804) 520-5600 601 Southpark Blvd, Colonial Heights VA 23834

Around $260,000

Gill’s Point Sec. 9 ~ Prices in $200's Only a few rare chances to Get affordable New Homes in Colonial Heights!!!!

Lot’s Available in Sec 10

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New Home in Prince George 1860 sf, Screened Porch, Stone FP And seclusion. $240,000

New Home in Prince George 1800 sf, Huge Great Room, Custom Cabinets & More. $232,500

27950 Troublefield 20 plus Acs close in, moments off Carson Exit. Far enough to be private, close enough to be comfortable.

Excellent Trees!! $70,000

Reese Road 21 acres of pristine ground w/timber, rolling down to Sappony Creek.

Wonderful for home or getaway. $85,000

Contact me today for more information! (804) 536-7126

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Cindy Angone 943-7634

Yvonne Bailey 922-6588

Derrick Bradford 943-3949

Courtney Curtis 898-7177

Deanna Denny 586-1529

(804) 520-5600

Jay Eischen 687-0144

Barbara Chambers 898-0824

Larica Coston 221-1790

601 Southpark Boulevard, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 Jennifer Resnick Dudley 536-8671

Call one of our Professional REALTORS today to assist you with any property listed on this page.

www.LongandFoster.com Frankie Franck 731-4794

Fay Fletcher 926-5902

Donna Henshaw 731-2233

CHESTERFIELD

COLONIAL HEIGHTS

COLONIAL HEIGHTS

$249,900 MLS:1805371

$93,000 MLS:1805764

$239,950 MLS:1801406

Eileen Knode 536-2643

Silvia Johnson 536-2462

CHESTERFIELD

PETERSBURG

PRINCE GEORGE

$194,000 MLS:1800590

$160,000 MLS:1800416

$259,950 MLS:1742843 Jessica Lindsay 931-1167

Larry Lewis 720-3286

Annie Moore 926-6964

CHESTER

PETERSBURG

PETERSBURG

$256,500 MLS:1742360

$119,000 MLS:1741242

$339,000 MLS:1738206

Maddi Newton 896-2415

Bobby Perkins 524-3139

Darrell Olgers 943-2283

Holly Pond 586-3608

Rhonda Puryear 720-0881

Lin Henshaw 898-1111

CHESTERFIELD

COLONIAL HEIGHTS

DEWITT

$299,500 MLS:1730696

$429,950 MLS:1730342

$399,000 MLS:1729639

Lois Spencer 524-3172

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Nancy Steinke 921-7921

Beth Sullivan 240-7310

Rick Tetterton 536-7126

David Tucker 731-9385

Kristin Wood 930-4645

Kimberly Porter 524-3135

Vickie Zevgolis 720-9666

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