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Keep up with the local real estate market trends, learn more about the home buying and selling process and discover some new home décor ideas from your favorite local real estate experts at Coldwell Banker Elite!
Some of our latest posts:
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!
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Home How-To: Housewarming Parties
The origin of the housewarming party is unclear--some say it's rooted in the medieval tradition of literally warming the house with the community bringing gifts of firewood, while others say it stems from the idea of lighting a candle on the first night to ward off...
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How to Spiff Up Your Home for Showings
Is your home ready to make the best possible impression on prospective buyers? Let’s look at the best ways to get your home in ship-shape for selling season!
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Avoiding Common Moving Day Mishaps
Moving is undoubtedly stressful, but the right preparations can make it easier. When picking your moving day, take some time off for the family in the months before or after summer when rates are low. Have some extra buffer time to make sure the adjustment goes smoothly for everyone. When it comes to organization, a good cleanout can make all the difference before it is time to pack. Communicate with your movers about how to handle delicate and valuable items, and make sure everything is clearly labeled to make unpacking the house easier for all.
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Coldwell Banker Elite Awards Gala 2019
Every year, we look forward to celebrating and honoring those agents who have put a tremendous amount of time and effort into their business, as well as those who have gone above and beyond for the good of the company and their community. We are SO proud to once again...
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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.
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Top 3 Benefits of a Career in Real Estate
By Chris Whicker, Director of Career Development Hello! As the new Director of Career Development at Coldwell Banker Elite, I am so excited to be directly involved in our future growth! With over 42 years in this industry, I still get very excited about the...
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Is It Time to Take the Next Step? Buying a Home With a Partner
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes...a nice home with room for a carriage? In terms of relationship milestones, buying a home with a partner can be an exciting and life-changing step! How do you know whether buying a home with another person (married or...
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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!
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Coldwell Banker Elite Named Platinum Award Winner By Cartus Broker Network
We are so pleased to announce Coldwell Banker Elite has been named a Platinum Award winner by Cartus Broker Services for our Relocation Department's outstanding performance during the past year! The award will be presented at the 2019 Cartus Broker Network Conference,...
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