Local Community Blogs
The Fredericksburg region is buzzing with fun activities for the whole family! Discover fun events and awesome concerts, visit local parks and historic sites, and take part in charity fundraisers! Coldwell Banker Elite has the inside scoop on everything that’s happening from Stafford all the way to Colonial Beach!
5 Curb Appeal Tips for Fall
Homeowners and prospective homebuyers are looking for a cozy place to welcome cool weather and happy holidays—and now more than ever, it’s time to emphasize your home’s hearth! Read on to learn how to improve your home’s curb appeal for autumn.
What Homebuyers Want in Fall 2021
As autumn approaches, all signs point to the seller’s market sticking around. Certain home features are in more demand than ever before and can add value to your home and speed up the selling process. Keep reading for the key features that homebuyers are searching for in homes in fall 2021.
How to Balance Between Choosing a School District and a House
Maybe you’ve found an ideal home in a not-so-ideal school district. Or you’ve found a great school district, but it’s harder to find a home that ticks all the boxes. Choosing between a school district and a house is a tough decision, but there are work-arounds and questions to ask yourself that can help you navigate the process.
Virtual Homes for Dogs Month Breaks Adoption Records!
Talk about silver linings! We are BEYOND excited to share the results of our first Virtual Homes for Dogs Month! Under normal circumstances, our agents have an in-person volunteer event and several donation drop-offs at local shelters. Needless to say, we were...
Takeout Tuesday: Best Fredericksburg Restaurants for Pickup or Delivery
We love seeing how everybody's entertaining themselves while staying safe at home during the Covid-19 pandemic, whether that's hosting a Zoom happy hour, making a new recipe or getting some work done on the DIY projects around the house! One great trend we've noticed...
Pet-Friendly Fredericksburg
On National Love Your Pet Day, we thought we’d highlight some great places around the Burg that are pet-friendly! Of course, the Fredericksburg region has plenty of dog parks and hiking trails you can explore but we believe pets are part of the family and any activity...
Nick Calamos, CCIM Sells Roxbury Farm & Garden Center for $3.75M
Congratulations to our awesome agent Nick Calamos, CCIM for helping the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board buy the Roxbury Farm & Garden Center property on the corner of Jackson Street and Lafayette Street. We are so proud of Nick's hard work and...
Dog Days of Summer
Summer is an awesome time to explore the great outdoors with man’s best friend! Unfortunately, the high temps can really put a damper on summer fun. Here are a few ways you can make sure that Fido stays safe and cool in the dog days of summer!
If These Walls Could Talk: Google’s New HoME Plug Lets Your Home Talk To You
By just plugging the HoME into a wall outlet, homeowners can have an inside look on not only what their home’s immediate maintenance needs are but also it’s preferences vis-a-vis paint colors, interior feng shui, and complementary landscaping.
Virginia is for Lovers: Romantic Getaways in the Commonwealth
Whether you’re celebrating with your better half or living it up with your Galentines, Valentine’s Day is a great time to take a fun getaway! We’ve rounded up some of the most luxurious and unique places to spend some quality time in the Commonwealth!