50 Year Architectural Roof (new in 2006). 2 New Heat Pumps (main & bedroom floor). 2 New Air Handlers. Lawn Irrigation System (draws from lake no water charge). Resurfaced Driveway in 2007.  New Paint Throughout. Refinished Wood Floors on Main.To directly access this property, use this shortcut: http://www.fizber.com/virginia-buy-single-family-home-11649058.html 10/31/2009

                        Happy Halloween from VaDance Studio                             VaDance Studio | 1129 Thomas Jefferson Rd | Forest | VA | 24551   We hope you are in a spooktacular mood, because its time to party!  Join us this Friday for our annual Halloween Costume Party!  You don't have to have a costume to come and have fun but we will be giving prizes for the best costume and other fun things!    We had a great time last year and we want to make it even better this year!  Come prepared to have fun and dance, dance, dance!       Again, the party is this Friday Oct. 30th 8:30-11pm.                                  See you there! Dancing at Donna's NEW Dance Studio is a TREAT! Even if you've never taken a class before, you will learn in a fun and friendly environment. For more... 10/27/2009

  The Forest Lions Club monthly meeting will start at 6:30 pm at the Twin Oaks Restaurant, 14175 Forest Road, Forest. Dinner will begin at 7:00 pm. Guest speaker, Lion Steve Garrett, District 24-E Hearing Conservation Chairperson; will offer a presentation on Hearing Awareness/ Hearing Conservation. If you are interested in attending this meeting or in becoming a Lion please call 434-385-0493.                                     Lions Club International Mission Statement:  "To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation." The Forest Lions Club was chartered in June 1973... 35+ years of dedicated service by caring individuals... men and women, giving freely... 10/27/2009

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A house fire can devastate a family. October is Fire Safety Month and it's time to check the batteries in our smoke detectors again. Please follow the fire safety tips to protect the ones you love and have a fire safety plan for your family. Including the smallest members. Did you know that over 500,000 pets are affected by house fires every year? Sadly, over 40,000 of them die from smoke asphyxiation. Thanks to the Bark 10-4 Program, you can help save the life of a pet by donating a Pet Oxygen Mask to your local fire department. There are over 30,000 fire and EMT departments in the United States with several fire trucks each. If every engine had it's own mask, imagine the lives they could be saving. For only $25.00 you can donate a mask to the department of your choice. It's easy to do... 10/16/2009

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This  the first in a planned series of informational videos about the Real Estate subdivisions in Bedford County, close to Lynchburg, VA.Forest Lakes and Lake Vista are two adjoining subdivisions in Forest, VA, Bedford County Virginia, just outside the Lynchburg City line and are one of the more popular subdivisions.This area is gorgeous, is comprised of a series of small lakes, walking trails, two swim clubs with junior Olympic pools and tennis courts. The condos, townhomes and single family homes are offered in a variety of price ranges and suit many who wish to live here.Located just a 5 minute drive from shopping, grocery, professional offices, doctors' offices, restaurants, fast food places and more.For more information or a list of available offerings, please call or email me. I'd... 07/29/2009

Here is a video  I created of a favorite business. And a recipe to use with their fruits in one of my favorite recipes from Paula Dean. I like to use with peaches and put with pork or you can use for a dessert over ice cream. Ingredients :* 1/4 cup bourbon * 2 sticks butter, softened * 2 cups light brown sugar, packed firmly * 2 lemons, juiced * 1/2 cup water * Assorted fruit cut in 1/2 (peaches or plums) Directions Put the bourbon into a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil. Boil for 1 minute to burn off the alcohol. Add the butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, and water. Bring to a boil whisking until all the sugar is dissolved. Simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool to thicken. Toss fruit with the glaze to coat or brush glaze over fruit with a pastry brush. Place fruit on the g... 07/22/2009

One of the best things to develop long term wealth is to own a home. And one of the best things to beat inflation is to buy a home. Home prices historically increase in price more than inflation.Why is this relevant now? Because interest rates are great by historic standards but they are not likely to stay that way. They are going to go up and soon, in fact they have started already.The best time to buy is now while home prices are low and interest rates are historically low. In a year you are going to kick yourself if you don't jump to buy now. Add to this the first time $8,000 tax credit and the picture gets even rosier.What will happen to home prices? My best is on home prices rising. They are already doing so here. If you want to beat the inflation curve, call me. I'm sure together ... 07/20/2009

The total number of U.S. workers claiming state unemployment benefits were down significantly at the start of June by their largest amount since November 2001. Claims broke a 21-straight increase. New jobless claims rose a bit. The May index of leading indicators showed more signs that the U.S. economy is moving in the right direction-UP! Great news for everyone! 06/18/2009

This holiday might be a good time to celebrate Bedford's sacrifice in WWII. More soldiers were lost as a percentage than any other town in the US. To honor their sacrifice, the National D Day Memorial was constructed here. On both May 23 and May 25, there will be special programs at the Memorial.- May 2009 Saturday, May 23, 2009 @ 7:00PM Moonlight Serenade See the Memorial at dusk on this special Memorial Day weekend. The Jefferson Choral Society will perform an evening concert of 1940s and patriotic music from 8:00PM to 9:00PM. The concert kicks off at 7PM with special music by local performers including Keith Campbell. The Memorial will remain open until 10:00PM. Regular fees apply. Bring your own chair. - Monday, May 25, 2009 @ 11:00AM Remembering Their Sacrifice To observe Memorial... 05/21/2009

  1. Decide that the longer your home sits on the market, the more it is worth. Go ahead-raise the price!2. Be sure and tell ALL prospective buyers or other agents why you are selling. Be sure and tell them how desperate you are, how you are holding two mortgages and that your marriage is breaking up because your home has been on the market for a year and your husband blames you!3. Be sure and listen to your co-workers, your neighbors, your family who live in NY or DC to set a price on your home. Your agent knows nothing and  no information they could provide is better than the people listed above.4. Be sure and use your tax appraisal to set a price, after all, a tax appraiser who has never been inside your home surely knows more than your agent who has comps and sees competing homes e... 05/20/2009

So the very next day he can dig for the chipmunks that taunt him! Ten minutes in the yard, an hour in the tub, and he's still orange.     If your dog needs grooming, I highly recommend the excellent services of Camp Bow Wow in Forest, VA. These folks love animals and they also offer boarding, short and long term at reasonable rates. Duncan loves to visit and he always comes home with a new bandana and a little treat. Located on Route 221 (halfway to Bedford). For more information, contact:   Camp Bow Wow Route 221 Forest, VA 24551 434-525-5672     05/15/2009

Why is now the time to buy? Here are the details for first time buyers who buy this year, 2009. Why is now the time to buy? There are signs of a recovery happening This a tax credit, NOT, a deduction. You will receive a direct reduction in taxes owed of 10% of the purchase price.  Prices are at their lowest levels but are NOT anticipated to stay that wayCall me before you miss the boat and start kicking yourself. Now is the time to buy at the low! This chart that breaks down the differences between the Original Tax Credit as enacted in the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 and the Revised Tax Credit as enacted in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.  Courtesy of Shawn Huss and Amy Karhoff at National City Bank: FEATURE Original Tax Credit (2008) Revised Tax Credit... 03/29/2009

Bet you think Monticello was the first octagonal house in America and you would be wrong! The first house was built by Thomas Jefferson just outside Lynchburg, VA in Bedford County, VA in Forest, VA.After a complete exterior renovation, Poplar Forest will reopen April 1, also celebrating it's 200th anniversary. Poplar Forest will be open through November ever day except Tuesdays from 10-4pm.Contact the office at 434-525-1806 or http://www.poplarforest.org for more information. Norma Brandsberg, GRIMarks Realty Co., Inc4119 Boonsboro Rd., Ste. 205Lynchburg, VA 24503 home office(540) 586-9496cell phone (434) 426-0837 toll free (800) 551-0975 norma@normasells.com My Web Site My Blog 03/27/2009

  Bet you didn't know that Bedford has it's own version of a winery tour? Bet you didn't know that California is projected to decline in importance in the wine business because of changes in weathe patterns?Bet you don't know what area is supposed to be the next up and coming wine district?If you guessed Bedford County and the Central Virginia area. You would be right.Here are some wineries currently on the tour. Give them a call before you go to make sure they are open!For more information here is a link to help in the planning! Hickory Hill Vineyards LeoGrande Vineyards Peaks of Otter Winery SavoyLee Winery White Rock Vineyards Norma Brandsberg, GRIMarks Realty Co., Inc4119 Boonsboro Rd., Ste. 205Lynchburg, VA 24503 home office(540) 586-9496cell phone (434) 426-0837 toll free (800) 5... 03/27/2009

If you are looking for a way to get involved and make a difference in the Forest community, consider joining the Forest Lions Club. Lions Club International Mission Statement:  "To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation." The Forest Lions Club was chartered in June 1973... 35+ years of dedicated service by caring individuals... men and women, giving freely of their time and talent to improve the lives of others in our community and globally. The Forest Lion Club serves the local community in many ways:   ·       Eye exams and eye glasses ·       Collect used eye glasses ·       Hearing exams and hearing aids ·       Forest Youth Athletic Association · ... 03/26/2009