New Agent Highlight - Marianna Wiley

 Introducing:

Marianna Wiley

Realtor

Marianna, originally from Montreal Canada moved to Beckley, Wv where her grandfather and parents were in the restaurant business. After many years she met her husband and moved to Virginia. Marianna started her real estate career in the Waynesboro/Staunton area where she was a Realtor for many years. She and her husband moved to Richmond to be close to their daughters and grandchildren.

Marianna is a seasoned Realtor with almost 12 years of expertise. Marianna’s clients become her lifelong friends. She is a people person and loves what she does. In her free time she loves spending time with her family, traveling and going to the beach as often as possible. Marianna lives in Short Pump with her hubby of 41 years, her 2 dogs Maya, a Schoodle and Pandora, a Yorkshire Terrier. She has two daughters Miranda and Francesca and 2 son-in-laws that live close by and five grandchildren.(Scarlett, Sofia, Gabriella and identical twin boys Asher and Wiley) When she’s not with them she is showing homes or negotiating a deal!

Agent Highlight: Jasmine Douglas

Introducing

Jasmine Douglas

Realtor

A Richmond native and VCU graduate, Jasmine has an eye for luxury. She’s always coming up with fresh ideas on how to get your listing noticed thanks to her marketing background. As a licensed cosmetologist and with her varied interests in wine and food tasting, traveling, shopping, investing, etc — she is always on the lookout for the next trend! With that kind of attention to detail and ahead-of-the-curve thinking, she knows how to keep her clients on the cutting edge of the market. In her free time, Jasmine loves to spend time with her son, dog sit for friends, and attend festivals throughout the area. 

Open House Weekend in RVA!

1117 N. 20th Street
Richmond, VA 23223

Open House
Saturday, June 2nd from 1-3PM
Sunday, June 3rd from 1-3PM

Come see this stunning home in Churchhill!

 Renovated from top to bottom last year including- but not limited to- updating electrical, new plumbing, gourmet kitchen complete with new appliances, Granite countertops and gas cooking, new HVAC, new privacy fence, fresh paint and many more upgrades even down to the tiniest detail of a graded rear roof for proper drainage. With all the modern upgrades, they did not lose the classic Richmond charm- It still boasts a decorative slate roof, beautiful detailed wide board entryways, refinished original hardwood floors and four soapstone fireplaces. There are three large bedrooms (two with fireplaces) and a trunk room that can be used as a fourth bedroom, an office or craft room or, as it is currently being used, a HUGE walk-in closet.

Come see this charming house in person!

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Mindy Munson, Realtor
C: (804) 380-7694
E: Mindy@ClocktowerRealtyGroup.com
http://clocktowerrealtygroup.com/mindy-munson.html

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Open House Weekend in Midlothian!

Open House
Sunday, May 20, 2018
1-4PM

14424 Ashleyville Ln
Midlothian, VA 23112

5 beds | 3 baths | 3,244 sqft

Better than new construction and move- in ready BEFORE summer in Collington! This stunning transitional style home features 3 full floors of GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS, the BEST FLOORPLAN w/ tons of natural light and flexible spaces, FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT, and 5 spacious bedrooms. Your new home welcomes you with a large front porch and wonderfully landscaped lawn. Inside, the first floor boasts a 2- story foyer, formal living room, and large dining room. Additionally, your new home features an open concept kitchen with massive center island that opens into the large family room with fireplace! Upstairs find a generous master bedroom with an attached sitting room (perfect for an office or gym), en-suite, and wonderful walk-in closet. 3 additional generously sized bedrooms and a shared hall bath with double vanity finish out this level. The finished 3rd-floor space is a great 5th bedroom or media room! Collington offers neighborhood amenities such as sidewalks, neighborhood community center, Olympic size pool, aquatic park, tennis courts, multi-purpose field, and open spaces for everyone to unwind.

Raymond Rivera, Realtor 

C: 804.833.5711

E: Ray@ClocktowerRealtyGroup.com

http://clocktowerrealtygroup.com/ray-rivera.html

Mario Ta, Realtor

C: 804.539.6279

E: Mario@ClocktowerRealtyGroup.com

http://clocktowerrealtygroup.com/mariota.html

New Agent Highlight: Holly Phillips

Introducing

Holly Phillips
Realtor

Holly Phillips cares about what is best for her clients. Her goal is to build relationships rather than complete transactions. The integrity and character she holds in both personal and professional life are what keeps her clients coming back. Holly continues to expand her knowledge and education about Real Estate by attending seminars, classes & by having a business coach. This allows her to stay on top of the latest trends and practices in the industry and to be the best at what she does. As a Richmond native, she knows one of the benefits of living here is the proximity to both the beach and the mountains and loves taking trips there with her daughter. She enjoys cooking, spending time with friends and family, and keeping herself fit at the gym to keep her mentally and physically strong.

Agent Highlight: Jennifer Stevens

Meet Jennifer!

Jennifer Stevens, originally from Louisiana, has lived in Richmond for 23 years and is a VCU alumnus! Having lived all over the city, she has a vast knowledge of its many neighborhoods and surrounding counties. Her outstanding example of professionalism and natural communication skills have always given her clients confidence in every transaction. Jennifer gets excited when she can walk buyers through one of the biggest financial decisions they will make with as little stress as possible. She believes in service and was in the Army National Guard for 7 years. She loves traveling, especially to the beach, with her husband and twins; Wyatt and Norah.

Open Houses: April 14th Edition

Sunday April 15th

1:00-4:00pm

7775 Rockbridge Run Pl, 

New Kent, VA 23124

2 beds 2 baths 1,916 Sq. Ft.

$275,000

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Sunday April 15th

2:00-4:00pm

6207 Red Setter Ln, 

Moseley, VA 23120

4 beds 3 baths 3,636 Sq. Ft.

$499,000

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Agent Highlight: S. Cassandra Zimmerman

Introducing:

S. Cassandra Zimmerman

Associate Broker

S. Cassandra Zimmerman is a Richmond, Virginia native and a veteran Realtor with 26 years of licensed experience under her belt! Knowing Richmond so well, she loves working with people relocating to the area from out of town and also specializes in new construction. Like anyone with a long track record of success in Real Estate, she believes that hard work and honesty have been key to her accomplishments. And, coming from a long line of prosperous entrepreneurs, she believes in sharing that success with others. In the summertime, she enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her two older children outdoors as much as she can when she’s not making deals!

Agent Highlight: Lauren Roth

Introducing:

Lauren Roth

Lauren is a social butterfly with a bubbly personality that can mingle and laugh with anyone. A Richmond local, in her spare time she loves exploring the many restaurants, museums, and community events the city has to offer. As a real estate professional, she is attentive to her clients’ needs and loves seeing the excitement on their faces when they’ve found the right place to call home! Both Lauren and her fiancee established Bradley Property Renovations in September 2015 and are passionate about home renovations. They work on different projects for potential buyers around the area.

New Agent Highlight: Vickram Vashisht

Meet Vick!

Vickram is originally from Woodbridge, Virginia. He moved to Richmond because he loves the diversity the city has to offer and truly believes each person has something unique to offer the cultural landscape of RVA. With over a decade of full-time sales experience, he cares about getting the most for his client's listing and the best price on their purchase. He is a skilled negotiator that's passionate about getting his clients what they want. Spending quality time with his family, Vick enjoys tennis, biking, trying new restaurants and learning about the immense history Richmond has to offer.

New Agent Highlight: Jacque Vaughan

Meet Jacque Vaughan!

Jacque Vaughan grew up in Connecticut and attended school in Pennsylvania prior to settling down in River City.  Before becoming a full-time Realtor, she was a national award-winning hospitality manager. However, she quickly fell in love with RVA Real Estate after buying and renovating various investment properties in the area. Taking advantage of special financing and city tax programs she was able to purchase several investment properties and is eager to use that first-hand experience and expertise in service to her clients.  Her various hobbies include photography, gardening, travel, and volunteering for such organizations as Dress for success and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of America.

New Agent Highlight: Henry Salmonsky

Meet Henry Salmonsky, III

Henry Salmonsky has grown up around both commercial and residential Real Estate all his life in Richmond, Virginia. He prides himself on his customer service and his thorough knowledge of the Greater Richmond Area. When he’s not working, you can find him spending time with his 6-year-old son, 20-month-year-old girl, and his wife, who is a teacher in the area.

New Agent Highlight: Eva Taylor

Meet Eva Taylor!

Eva first became interested in Real Estate in 2004, when she began a career in property management.  She realized that she loved helping people find a great place to call home so she set her mind to becoming a Realtor.  She is excited to begin her new career in Real Estate with Clocktower Realty Group! She enjoys driving around Richmond to get a personal look at its many unique neighborhoods.  In her free time, Eva enjoys various activities— cooking with her daughter, exploring new places and activities with her husband, and making lifelong memories with family and friends. 

Which Home Improvements Have the Best ROI in 2018

We Asked The Pros:

 Which Home Improvements Have the Best ROI in 2018

By Tara Mastroeni January 9, 2018 | Freshome.com

These are a few home improvements that will give you the biggest bang for your buck in 2018.

Every homeowner wants to get the biggest impact possible out of their home improvements. Whether you’re looking to make a move in the near future or are planning on staying put for years to come, it’s comforting to know that your investment of time and money is worth the effort, that the work you’re doing will add value to your home.

With that in mind, we decided to take the issue to the experts. We asked the leading minds in real estate to tell us which home improvement projects are set to have the best return on investment (ROI) in 2018. Read on below to see what they had to say and to learn where in your home your sweat equity will ultimately have the biggest impact.

Smart home technologies

Expect smart home technologies to start popping up everywhere.

1. Smart home technologies
“According to the most recent Luxury Portfolio Global Luxury Real Estate Report, 76% of buyers agree: Having a ‘smart home’ is very important to me. In particular, safety is a top concern. Of those surveyed, 39% are looking for a convenient, centralized network that securely controls smart-home and internet connections; aka the ability to operate a home security system through a mobile device.” — Stephanie Anton, EVP of Luxury Portfolio International

Outdoor living space

Let an outdoor living space draw in buyers.



2. Outdoor living space

“According to a recent survey, 51% of home buyers find outdoor living space the most attractive quality when searching for their perfect home, more so than open floor plans and curb appeal. As such, outdoor spaces are becoming an ideal investment, not only for current homeowners’ enjoyment, but also for sellers looking to bring added value to a home for future sale.” — Joe Raboine, National Design & Training Specialist for Belgard in Atlanta

Energy-efficient kitchens

Energy-efficient options are set to be a smart investment.



3. Maximizing energy efficiency

“Making energy-efficient upgrades will give you more bang for your buck in 2018. When thinking of energy efficiency, people often go straight to solar panels. However, smaller changes like upgrading your HVAC, water heater, or windows can also cut energy costs — resulting in an accumulation of savings over time. You can even make improvements as simple as adding solar-powered lighting to your front yard, which will help increase overall savings.” — Sacha Ferrandi, Founder of Source Capital Funding Inc., San Diego

Modernized bathrooms

As always, modernized bathrooms make a big difference.

4. Modernized bathrooms

“Modern bathroom trends are staying the same in 2018 as in 2017. Clean lines with rustic touches. Adding grays into the color scheme is also very popular right now and most consider this the greatest non-offensive tone to go choose from. (Beige is out.) Be careful, though, buyers like a very light gray. Some darker grays can come across as purple in certain lights.” — Sotereas (Teris) Pantazes, CEO & Founder of EFynch in Baltimore

Fresh finishes

Sometimes fresh finishes are all that’s needed.

5. Refreshed finishes

“Not all renovations have to be huge. I like to suggest that homeowners update their finishes before they go to sell because it’s not always easy for buyers to visualize the potential of a space. If a space is really run down and a buyer thinks that he will have to redo everything, it’s easy to either over or underestimate the cost to achieve what it could look like. Older finishes also eliminate a big chunk of the buyers out there who just aren’t willing to do the work.” — Ori Goldman, CEO of Loftey in New York City

ROI in 2018

These are the projects to keep in mind when ROI matters most.

Home improvements can be a bit of a gamble. On the one hand, while you’re living in the space, it’s only natural to want to create a space you’ll enjoy. On the other, if you intend to sell, you also want to make changes that appeal to buyers. That’s why we asked the pros to help you weigh the risks. They told us which home improvements will probably have the best ROI in 2018, so you can make sure to get the most bang for your buck.


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New Agent Highlight!

 Meet Sarah Ripp!

Sarah, with a bachelor's degree in Psychology, prides herself on anticipating what her client's need and want.  She has a passion for this business as well as the Greater Richmond area. Her grandfather, the founder of The Restaurant Company, instilled in her the love of RVA. She grew up watching him open restaurants along with her father throughout childhood and it helped her understand the lasting impact residents can have on their city. She’s excited to make her own mark by finding each and every one of her clients their perfect home in the city she loves. In Sarah’s free time, she is snuggling with her two English bulldogs, traveling, and spending time with her husband and family.

New Agent Highlight

Meet Mindy Munson

Mindy grew up in Rochester, New York and moved to Williamsburg as a teenager. It was while she attended Virginia Commonwealth University that she fell in love with Richmond. Having grown up around Real Estate, her mother remains a top performing producer in Williamsburg.  Before becoming a Realtor herself, Mindy spent 7 years as her mother’s licensed assistant and knows her way in and out of the business. She believes in making the process as streamlined and fun for her clients as possible.  As a lover of animals, she owns three cats and a dog. In her spare time, she loves to see live music, take hikes in the city and around the river, and perform karaoke. 

Open House in Glen Allen!

This Sunday from 1pm - 3pm join us for a tour of this beautiful home in the Glen Allen area!

5034 Fairlake Ln, 

Glen Allen, VA 23060

4 beds 3 baths 1,784 sqft

List Price $285,000

Price Improvement to $275,00

Beautifully renovated Colonial now available for sale in Glen Allen! This Home Features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and over 1,700 square feet. Upon entering, the Living room is to the Left and the Family Room is to the Right, both of which have gorgeous refinished hardwood flooring. The Family room has a cozy brick wood burning Fireplace and access to the rear deck. Through the Family Room is the Updated Kitchen with Subway Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter tops, Stainless Steel Appliances and a Double Sink. All bedrooms are upstairs and the Master Bedroom features a private master bathroom. The fourth bedroom upstairs is large and has direct access to the full hall bathroom. Outside you will Notice the Large Brand NEW rear deck! Other updates include a paved driveway, new roof, and much more! Come check out this gorgeous house and make it your home today!