Roanoke’s Festival in the Park.

Roanoke’s Festival in the park is an annual event in downtown Roanoke. Its a multicultural art and music festival that lasts three days.

Each day vendors from around the regon and nation set up their wares for sale. While the crowds are entertained by many different types of performeds. During the day the event is free and open to the public. it has a great family feel to it.

 

Once it gets dark, the kids go home the adults play! Each night has different acts performing.

Each year this event takes the local vote for best festival. If your in Roanoke around Memorial Day weekend, come check it out.

 

House Hunting In Bedford, Lynchburg, and Roanoke VA

House Hunting

What is the best way to go about finding your next home? Well, Bedford and the surrounding areas covers a lot of miles. Bedford County is the third largest county in Virginia. The best thing to do first could be to determine where exactly is it that you want to be? Where do you work and what kind of commute are you willing to commit to? What are the schools like in the different areas of Bedford and where do you want your children to attend? Are you a city or county employee? You may be required to live in the City of Bedford or in Bedford County. You may prefer views of the Peaks of Otter and Blue Ridge Mountains or maybe the southern county near Smith Mountain Lake will suit you better.

The best thing to do after being pre-qualified by a lender is to start looking around on the internet, maybe in the newspaper, ask friends and family if they know of any homes that they may know of that could meet your needs. Make a list. Plan a Sunday drive. Do some evaluating of neighborhoods, homes, locations, drive time to your necessities: groceries, gym, shopping, work, schools, etc.

When you have a solid list of homes that meet the “Curb Appeal” test: you like the house and you ready to see the inside and move forward in considering this property seriously, call your agent and set up a time to go see the properties that interest you.

Who should you bring with you?

If you’re married, bring your spouse. You will both need to see it. You may choose to make this life altering decision by yourself but it may not be a good long term move.

Do not bring your parents. No matter how old you are, your parents tend to have a hard time letting go and they will have a hard time approving of any property you may just love. This is YOUR home. You need to make this decision. Now, you may some great parents who just want to see where you’re moving and then, by all means bring them over. Your inspector will tell you if the house is solid.

So, once the home has passed the curb appeal test and you are going to see the property, take a quick look through to see if there is enough room, you like the floor plan, your furniture may fit. Don’t worry about the carpet and paint right now. That can be changed. Do you like to cook? Make sure the kitchen is big enough. Don’t like to cook? You may want a smaller kitchen so you don’t have to clean it. If there is something going on that is small: light fixtures, a rip in the vinyl flooring, that can be fixed. If the rooms on either side of a load bearing wall are too small, that is an issue we can’t get around easily. Whatever you’re looking for, be sure to keep an open mind because you may be surprised at what you thought you wanted and what you ended up buying.

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Bedford Community Resource Center needs a little help

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The Bedford Community Resource Center needs a little help. The Bedford Community Resource Center is part of the Bedford Community Christmas Station. Among the many great things they do for the community, each year they put together a backpack of back-to-school supplies for area school children.
These supplies are the basics (pencils, paper, glue sticks) children need as part of the learning process. it is estimated each backpack full of supplies costs about $10 per student. Over 300 students have applied, without theses backpacks many children will come to school empty handed this year. Often we hear of teachers using their own money to buy supplies, but our teachers already give so much.

Opn house Sunday 8/8 2-4pm in Historic Bedford VA Home

Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman | Scott and Bond Inc. | scott@scottfogleman.com | 540-874-7755 and 434-941-8847 1415 Longwood, Bedford, VA Colonial Revival design, Great Historic Home for Sale! 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $199,900 Year Built 1932 Sq Footage 1,792 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 43,560 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Colonial Revival design, this historic home is over a hundred years (tax records say built in 1932, owners feel home is older). Many architectural features. Pocket doors, transoms, original hardware (including Butterfly Key), oak floors and stair case, and a Bay window on the second floor. Large front porch and two decks overlooking period ear landscaping. Slate roof! Many updates include NEW PAINT, modern kitchen, heat pumps, electrical and plumbing. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES – Central A/C – Central heat – Living room – Dining room – Dishwasher – Refrigerator – Stove/Oven – Attic – Basement – Washer – Dryer – Laundry area – inside – Balcony, Deck, or Patio OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES – Pocket Doors – Orginal Staircase! – Amazing details ADDITIONAL PHOTOS front Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Contact info: Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman Scott and Bond Inc. scott@scottfogleman.com 540-874-7755 and 434-941-8847 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jul 28, 2010, 1:49am PDT

The ghost of Edgar Allen Poe appears at Avenel in Bedford VA

The ghost of Edgar Allen Poe appears at Avenel in Bedford VA

Last night, the Ghost of Edgar Allen Poe revised Historic Avenel in Bedford VA.  To retell some of his famous stories. We learned more about the life of Poe and his exploits. But more importantly we learned of Poe’s ties to Bedford VA. Historic Avenel was built by William M. Burwell a classmate of Mr. Poe’s at the University of Virginia. While it is known Gen Robert E. Lee visited and stayed in Avenel, it was suggested that Mr. Poe (a resident of Richmond, VA) also visited Historic Avenel in Bedford VA.

The Ghost of Poe was played by Mr. Glen Ayers, a retired English Literature teacher of Stanton River High School in Bedford County. He gave a very dramatic and impressive performance. From the stairs near the portico entrance of Historic Avenel, Mr Ayers told us the story Poe’s life. Weaving Avenel into the story and then proceeding to recite “The Raven” insinuating Lenora (a pseudonym for Poe’s first wife Virginia) is the ghost known as the “white lady” who haunts Avenel.

The well attended event was a fund raiser for Historic Avenel in Bedford VA, where many educational and historical events are held each year in addition to weddings and receptions.

What Does it Mean to be a Team Member?

I read Ricki’s blog, and thought maybe I could provide an additional point of insight on this topic.

I have played sports all my life. I love them and continue even today. I grew up playing football and now play hockey and softball. I have been captain for several teams, having to make decisions on who plays where and when. One lesson I have learned is to know your position/roll on the team. Be realistic on what you bring to the team and how you best enhance the team. When I first started playing hockey, I knew I wasn’t as good as some of the other players. I didn’t score much and even ad some problems keeping up with the faster skaters. I made a realistic evaluation of my skills and created a plan for 1) How to improve 2) how to best help the team at that time

Within a couple of seasons I was centering the top line (in hockey forwards who play together are called a line) for my team and leading the league in assists and scoring a goal every other game. But more importantly, the team was doing very well. We played in the league championship 4 years in a row winning 2 times.

How does this pertain to real estate? If you are a buyers agent, then be the best buyers agent you can be! If you have a gift or a passion for a portion of your business, then bring it! My partner is great at networking in person. She can go to a party and get business. I am better at getting our clients web exposure. That doesn’t mean I don’t network. It just means we understand our roles and try to maximize them. If you make great flyers, know web design, are great with certain types of clients, what ever the skill use it for the good of the team and recognize the talents of the rest of the team.

REAL ESTATE IS A TEAM SPORT real estate is a team sport Real Estate is a Team Sport

I grew up playing basketball in school.  I was a post forward most of
the time during junior high and high school.  I learned at an early age
even in grade school what it meant to be a team member.
I think sports played a big part in my life and is helping me even
today in my business because I learned this valuable lesson.

Maybe one reason some people excel in business is because they have learned valuable lessons from Team Sports.   Real Estate is a team sport.

A Team Member will play for the team to win not just to win for themselves.

The Team will be placed in the Top Priority not the individual.                                     

The Team wins as a whole, not the individual.

The Team loses as a whole, not the individual.

The Team supports its members and is only as strong as the weakest member.

The Team Member will step into the gap for another member.  The Team Member
will do what they have to do to make the team look good.  It’s all
about the Team, not the individual; but in the end, the individuals are
recognized even more highly than they ever could have been individually
because there is strength in numbers and the whole is always greater than the sum of all its parts.

This is what it means to be a Team Member.  It means to Win!

Ricki Eichler Real Estate, your Texas Hill Country connection                www.reretx.com

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Great home in Bedford VA

	808 Woodhaven Bedford, VA 24523 Convenience Counts!
Home Virtual Tour Photo Gallery Property Map Financing Request Showing Contact Me Scott Fogleman Cell: 434-941-8847 Office: 540-586-3131 Website: Visit Website	Price : $144,900 Bedrooms : 3 Bathrooms : 2 Square Foot : 2,100 Lot Size : 25,264 sq.ft. County : Bedford Property Type : Detached Year Built : 1989 MLS Number : 260954 click for more information and pictures Property Description When minutes count, this location is so convenient. Just off of 460, 25 minutes to either Lynchburg or Roanoke, this home is great for anyone needing to split the difference. Two minutes to downtown Bedford but pay lower county taxes! Well maintained, one owner brick ranch on larger .58 acre lot with creek, storage shed with electricity and garden space. Plenty of shade trees and privacy. New heat pump and 3 year old 30 yr architectural shingles, insulated windows, walkout basement with finished space and storage room. Nice newer deck overlooking the private backyard and patio on lower level. Wonderful raised beds and landscaping throughout the yard. Propane gas stove with blower in den. Ceiling fans throughout. All appliances convey. Paved drive. Cable ready. For more information, call Scott 434-941-8847
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The Bedford sky will be glowing with fireworks this 4th of July

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This weekend Bedford will be busy with all kinds of 4th of July events taking place. Pick a night and a location and enjoy!

Saturday -There are several places where you can see fireworks. The Lynchburg Hill-cats baseball team will have a show after their game.  The Hill-cats have been hot and the fireworks are a great way to end the game. The Hill-cats also play on Sunday with fireworks too.

The Parkway Marina at Smith Mountain Lake is having their annual fund raiser for the Saunders Volunteer Fire Co. Gates open at 3 pm with the band the Works playing at 5:30, followed by the fireworks at after it gets dark. There will be food, vendors, and other types of entertainment to this event with typically is attended by several thousand people each year. Watching the fireworks from you boat is a great way to end your evening.

Sunday-
Popular Forest (Thomas Jefferson‘s second home) is hosting an Independence Day Celebration. They always have great historical events and this promises not to disappoint. Sword swallowers, fife-and-drum corps, Native American crafts, historic carfts, performances by the Virginia Academy of Historic Dance, food vendors, and pony rides  will all be there. All of this for only $5 for adults and free for children.

Patric Henry’s home Red Hill will also have an all day event, with children;s games, face painting, historical recreations, and a home tour. Fireworks will start ar dark and costs is only $10 per vehicle.

The City of Bedford in conjunction with the National D-Day Memorial will have their annual fireworks display. You can see their fireworks from almost anywhere in town, however the best places are the Bedford Welcome Center and Liberty Lake Park. This year offers a new twist. Rangers will lead a hike up Sharp Top mountain to see the sunset and the fireworks from Sharp Top’s summit.

Liberty University will also have  “Celebration on the Mountain”. Which is a day long event similar to their annual event which is a change this year due to the construction going on at Williams Stadium. This event will be held at their snowplex with special discount price for skiing and fireworks will be launched from Candler’s Mountain.

The weather is great, call some old friends, meet some new friends, and see some great fireworks.

Two great homes open Sunday june 27 2-4PM

See more photos at http://www.WendyWitt.com!

Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman | Scott and Bond Inc. | scott@scottfogleman.com | (434) 941-8847 1703 Kingston, Bedford, VA Stately rambler on quiet dead end north city street. 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $214,900 Year Built 1972 Sq Footage 1,981 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size .6 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Stately rambler on quiet dead end north city street. Get settled in here before school’s back in session – this is the best street for family walking and biking ever – nice, quiet and very well established. There is essentially no turnover on this street. Lots of upgrades – new roof, heat pump, security system and windows, newer plumbing. Invisible Fence in place for your four legged friends. Well landscaped with soaker hoses in the perennial beds and raised herb garden. Privacy hedges all around the back yard. Peaks of Otter views through the back pines. Wonderful brick patio extending off the large eat in kitchen as well as the den. Foyer with slate floor and leaded glass sidelight. Formal living room with built-in bookcases and dentil molding on the mantel over the gas log fireplace. Separate dining room. High speed internet available. Lots of closets. All appliances convey. Whole house attic fan. Well equipped handicapped home with one level living, handrails inside and out and step in shower in the master suite. Close to the hospital. Attached one car garage and concrete driveway. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES – Central A/C – Central heat – Fireplace – Family room – Living room – Dining room – Dishwasher – Refrigerator – Stove/Oven – Laundry area – inside – Balcony, Deck, or Patio COMMUNITY FEATURES – Garage parking OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES – Main level living with Master Bedroom – Great location-quite but close to everything – Mountain views – Lots of character – Formal Living room and Dining room ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Front of Home Rear of home Formal Living room Kitchen Dining Room Master Bedroom Contact info: Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman Scott and Bond Inc. scott@scottfogleman.com (434) 941-8847 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jun 24, 2010, 2:52am PDT

Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman | Scott and Bond Inc. | scott@scottfogleman.com | (434) 941-8847 1277 Oakwood St, Bedford, VA Mid Town and Private! 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $187,900 Year Built 1997 Sq Footage 1,225 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 4 Uncovered spaces Lot Size 2.78 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION On a wonderful 2.7+ acres in the middle of town, this well kept ranch home provides comfort and convenience. Large front and rear decks allow outdoor living surrounded by trees and nature – relax in the hot tub in solitude! Open floor plan with oversized eat-in-kitchen and living room. Split bedroom design with granite in master and hall baths. Master has walk in closet, dual vanities, separate powder room. Built in bookshelves in hallway, skylight in hall bath. Insulated windows, heat pump installed 4/10. Full walkout basement with rough-in for 3rd bath, easy to finish out. Storage shed, all appliances convey. Move in ready! see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES – Central A/C – Central heat – Fireplace – High/Vaulted ceiling – Walk-in closet – Hardwood floor – Family room – Dishwasher – Refrigerator – Stove/Oven – Microwave – Granite countertop – Basement – Washer – Dryer – Laundry area – inside – Balcony, Deck, or Patio – Yard – Jacuzzi/Whirlpool OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES – Vaulted Ceilings – Fireplace – Granate Counter tops in Bathrooms – New Heat Pump – Roughed in Bath in basement – All appliances convey – Hardwood Floors – Hot tub ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Front of Home Living Room Kitchen Master Bedroom Bathroom Bedroom Contact info: Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman Scott and Bond Inc. scott@scottfogleman.com (434) 941-8847 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jun 24, 2010, 2:24am PDT

Open House Sunday May 16 2-4pm

Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman | Scott and Bond Inc. | scott@scottfogleman.com | 540-874-7755 and 434-941-8847 709 North St, Bedford, VA Remodeled home with main level living and old world character. 3BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $164,900 Year Built 1906 Sq Footage 1,651 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 3 Lot Size .5 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Love big, old homes? Enjoy the luxury of large-sized rooms. Remodeled home with main level living and old world character. Great room with separate laundry off kitchen. Lg MBR, 1/2 bath, LR with gas log FP. Two large BRs up and hall bath with claw foot tub. Open hallways with lots of light. Roof: metal and 30 yr arch shingles. Replacement windows throughout. Oil radiator and 3 ton heat pump. Awesome upgraded kitchen with new appliances, cast iron sink, new light fixtures, recessed and ceiling fans. New paint throughout. New landscaping. Remodeled covered front porch. Walking distance to downtown shops, Bedford Middle School. Bullseye molding throughout, wainscoting in hallway, beautiful stairway paneling. Arched doorways. Shiny hardwoods. New electric and plumbing. Floored, insulated, pull down attic for added storage. There’s more feature than money on this listing! see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES – Central A/C – Fireplace – Hardwood floor – Family room – Living room – Dishwasher – Refrigerator – Stove/Oven – Attic – Laundry area – inside – Balcony, Deck, or Patio – Yard COMMUNITY FEATURES – Guest parking OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES – Roof: metal and 30 yr arch shingles. – Replacement windows throughout – Oil radiator and 3 ton heat pump – Remodeled covered front porch. – Awesome upgraded kitchen with new appliances, cast iron sink, new light fixtures, recessed and ceili – Walking distance to downtown shops – Arched doorways – New electric and plumbing ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Front of Home Stairwell and entry Kitchen Living room Master Bdrm Bedroom Contact info: Wendy Witt and Scott Fogleman Scott and Bond Inc. scott@scottfogleman.com 540-874-7755 and 434-941-8847 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 13, 2010, 4:52am PDT