Nelson County Virginia Living & Events

What's Happening In Nelson County Virginia? 

A LOT!!

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Begining May 5th and running through June 8th 2013 you can pick your own Strawberries at Seaman's Orchard. 

415 Dark Hollow Road Roseland VA 22967

Hours are Monday through Friday 8AM to 7PM

Saturday 8AM to 5PM

Sunday 12:30PM to 5PM

 What a great way to spend some quality time with our loved ones. Take a break from the everyday hectic events and spend some time in beautiful Roseland of Nelson County Virginia.

Check out the homes for sale in Roseland

Check out the pricing trends, market statistics, school scores, community info and discover nearby local shopping, dining and area attractions.

Don't forget Mom on her special day! Mothers Day is Sunday May 12th.

Give her a special day to remember always by taking her on a drive through beautiful Nelson County Virginia stopping by one of Roseland's favorite restaurants, Devils Backbone Brewing Company.

Special menu offerings for Mom include Rock Shrimp Cobb Salad, Garden Omelets, Scallion Pancakes with Crab and Limoncello Plates. 

Why not buy Mom a new house for Mothers Day?! 

Check out my featured Nelson County Homes For Sale!

6121 Rockfish Valley Hwy. Afton VA 22920

Carefully restored with attention to details bringing this 1920's built classic back to life blending the new with the beauty of the old.

2268 Salem Rd. Schuyler VA 

c.1900 farm house completely renovated!Get in by spring!just steps away from the Rockfish River

67 Capel Rd Norwood Va 24581

Charming farm house with loads of character situated on a very private 1 acre bordering the historical district of Norwood

Looking for more events and activities in Nelson County Virginia?

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Sherry Hayward

Keller Williams Realty Listing Specialist

(703) 655-2223

shayward@kw.com

www.cvillehomesforsale.com

Get Your House Value Now!!

Spring is fast approaching!!

(According to the groundhog)

Get Your House Value Now Here On-Line!

List now & get ahead of the competition!

Contact me to learn what I do differently to get homes sold in less time for more money!

Sherry Hayward

(434) 515-1592

(703) 655-2223

shayward@kw.com

www.cvillehomesforsale.com

If you're looking to improve the appearance of your home for resale, or you just want an updated look for your own enjoyment, there are a few things you must consider before beginning any costly project. 

Sure, you can spend a lot on something purely for the personal pleasure of having it - like that outdoor Jacuzzi under the attached gazebo - or you can go the practical route and make an improvement that will increase your home's market value, such as installing energy-efficient air-conditioning or repairing those shabby shingles. Be forewarned, however, and don't expect to recoup your costs on both counts. Many real-estate brokers agree that just because you put $25,000 worth of improvements into your home doesn't mean that your house is worth $25,000 more!

Exactly how much of your investment you'll recoup depends on a number of factors, such as the "big picture" housing market, the value of the homes in your neighborhood, when you plan to sell and the exact nature of the improvement. Also, consider that the longer you live in your home after a project is completed, the less likely you are to recoup its value. Just try to convince a potential buyer that Harvest Gold is cutting edge.

Below are some examples of a few improvements that usually pay off - and some that rarely make a difference (no matter how much you paid for them) when it comes time to sell your home.

Painting 
If you're planning to sell your home in a year or two, a fresh coat of a neutral-toned paint could make the sale easier. A professional exterior paint job may also recoup close to 75% of its cost. Let's face it - we all like things fresh-looking.

Kitchen With just a few basic improvements, your kitchen can practically pay you back with interest! New paint, wallpaper and flooring are always appreciated; plus, you might even consider sanding, staining or painting worn-looking cabinets. Replacing old cabinet hardware is a low-cost improvement that makes a big difference in appearance. According to Remodeling magazine, the average spent on major kitchen-remodeling is around $39,000; refinishing an outdated one averaged $15,000. The full kitchen remodeling recouped 80% of its cost, the more moderate remodeling was valued at 87%.

Area Conversions Generally speaking, increasing the functional space of your home holds its value longer than remodeling just to make a house look better. It's also much less expensive than adding an addition to your home. Converting attic space into a bedroom, for example, usually costs around $30,000 and returns about 73% of its cost, according to Remodeling magazine. Turning your basement into extra living space costs, on average, $40,000, with a recoup average of about 69% of your costs.

Extra Bathroom You usually can't go wrong by adding an extra bathroom. At an average cost of $14,200, a new full bath can recoup 81% of its total cost!

Deck Adding a deck is a very cost-efficient way to add square footage to your house. Decks cost around $6,000 and generally recoup 75% of their value. Compared to other outdoor improvements (except painting), that's an excellent return. New Windows Your utility bill savings may make up for the iffy resale value, however, a good set of standard windows should get you around 68% back. If you start getting too fancy with custom shapes and sizes, though, don't expect to get as much in return. Swimming Pool In a word - don't! Unless you're putting it in for you and your family to enjoy, it's commonly agreed that a swimming pool has no resale value at all. Reason #1? Sure, they sound nice, but pools are very expensive to maintain. Running a close second is the fear of pool accidents - that's something nobody wants to experience. Picture-Perfect Gardens Another nicety, but who's going to spend all that time - and money? If the potential buyer is not horticulturally inclined, chances are your floral handiwork won't add to the offering price. The same can be said for expensive fences and stone walls - they look nice, but buyers don't pay up for them. Basic Is Better It may not sound very exciting, but it's the basic improvements you make to your home that may have the greatest return on its value: a beautiful new bathroom won't make up for a leaky roof. So if you're thinking of selling your house in the next year or so, be sure to address any problems the home may have before you, say, install those sunken gardens you've always dreamed of. Call, text or email me! Sherry Hayward Listing specialist Keller Williams Realty (434) 515-1592 (703) 655-2223 shayward@kw.com www.cvillehomesforsale.com

Today's Market Myths

Today's Market Myths

Myth: It's a terrible time to sell.

Truth: When properties are priced competitively, homes sell quickly - regardless of the market. 

I'm here to arm you with the facts, data and insights you need to list your home so that it sells quickly for the highest price possible and in the shortest amount of time! 

Click Here To See The Most Up To Date Pricing Trends

Did you know that sellers who followed their real estate agent's advice on pricing sold their homes 38 days faster than those who didn't. Better yet, those sellers often sold for more money - almost $4000 more for the average house. 

I'd be happy to give you an estimate of what your home is worth in today's market.

Give me a call for more info and to discuss your best strategy!

(434) 515-1592

Sherry Hayward

Listing Specialist

Keller Williams Charlottesville

shayward@kw.com

www.cvillehomesforsale.com

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67 Capel Lane Norwood VA (Nelson) 24581

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Schuyler's Newest Real Estate Listing

Schuyler's Newest Real Estate Listing

Just Steps To The Rockfish River

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Don't see what your looking for? Call, text or email me!

Sherry Hayward

(703) 655-2223

shayward@kw.com

www.cvillehomesforsale.com

Just Steps To The Rockfish River

c.1900 A Complete Renovation c.1900 farm house renovated from top to bottom just steps away from the Rockfish River. Enjoy fishing, swimming & boating. Renovations & upgrades include new wiring & plumbing throughout, vinyl siding, appliances, maple cabinets, counters, double hung windows, 50 gal. Energy Smart water heater, upgraded lighting & fixtures, new bathroom with ceramic tile flooring, shower surround, vanity & fixtures. Enjoy an abundance of wildlife here! Listen to the river run right from the front porch! View the Virtual Tour for 2268 Salem Rd, Schuyler, VA Schedule a Showing Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale What is your home worth? Search All Homes For Sale Charlottesville Homes For Sale Greene Homes For Sale Madison Homes For Sale Louisa Homes For Sale Fluvanna Homes For Sale Sherry Hayward Keller Williams 703-655-2223 Questions? Schedule a Showing! MLS#: 500645 L2L Virtual Tours AR

Magnificent Restored c 1920 Home

Step back in time into this Step back in time into this magnificent C.1920`s home featuring huge room sizes & 10+ FT ceilings. Original hardwood flooring, trim & baseboards, original solid wood doors throughout with glass door knobs & skeleton key locks, cedar closets throughout, built in china cabinet in dining room & kitchen.Off the kitchen is a huge pantry & an enclosed porch. The 2nd level features cedar covered walls & ceiling,original antique bannister,2 bedrooms & an office/den or 5th bedroom.Large level yard w/shed View the Virtual Tour for 11067 JAMES RIVER RD, SHIPMAN, VA Schedule a Showing Charlottesville Homes For Sale Search All Homes For Sale Greene Homes For Sale Madison Homes For Sale Louisa Homes For Sale Fluvanna Homes For Sale Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale What is your home worth? Sherry Hayward Keller Williams 703-655-2223 Questions? Schedule a Showing! L2L Virtual Tours