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This week's Real Estate Topic:  The Trolley System

























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The Trolley System
 
Richmond, Virginia: Birthplace of the First Commercially Successful Electric Trolley System
Richmond, Virginia, holds a unique place in transportation history as the birthplace of the world’s first commercially successful electric trolley system. While there were horse drawn Trolleys in in Richmond since ...

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This week's Real Estate Topic: The Architecture & History of Meadow Park

























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The Architecture & History of Meadow Park
For a quick snapshot of Richmond’s architectural charm, a walk around Meadow Park is all you need. This small, tightly-knit area in the Fan District showcases a rich variety of styles that define the neighborhood. You’ll find grand ...

Curb Appeal














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Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is crucial when selling a home because it creates the first impression and sets the tone for potential buyers. Here are a few reasons why it's important:

First Impressions Matter: Buyers often make quick judgments based on how the property looks from the outside. A well-maintained exterior can instantly attract interest and make buyers more eager to see the inside.

Increases Perceived Value: A home with strong curb appeal often appears more valuable, even if it's priced similarly to others. Attractive landscaping, a fresh coat of paint, or upda ...

Renovating a Duplex to a Single Family Home














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Converting a Duplex back to a Single Family House
Converting a Duplex to a Single-Family home is a significant renovation project that involves various considerations, including legal, structural, and design aspects. Here's what you need to know to undertake such a conversion:

Check local zoning and regulations:
Begin by contacting your local zoning department to understand the zoning laws and regulations in your area. Zoning laws vary, and some areas may have restrictions on converting multi-family dwellings to single-family homes. You ...

Modern Design in Richmond














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Modern Design in Richmond
It used to be in Richmond that you could not sell a contemporary house. It was really stigmatized property back in the eighties and nineties. But since the early 2000's, contemporary design has been getting more and more popular here in Richmond.

The mid-century designs are wildly sought after and more contemporary, new builds are continuing to grow in popularity. I have been seeing people take homes that are very traditional and "mod them up" with new light fixtures, etc... not really a complete style change, but just using ...