Convenience and beauty best describes Castleton, a new housing community in Henrico, VA. Castleton is located near I-295, I-895 and I-64 for quick access to shopping, dining and work. However, while you are at home, you will enjoy a country-like setting with beautiful trees throughout the community. And, if you are a nature lover, Castleton borders the nature preserve of Four Mile Creek. Castleton boasts a number of wonderful amenities such as a pool, clubhouse and tennis courts. Ryan Homes and Boyd Homes are the builders of this lovely community in the Varina area of this Richmond suburb. Children will attend Ward Elementary School, Rolfe Middle School and Varina High School. Are you interested in taking a look at model homes for sale in Castleton, Henrico VA? Richmond Realty Professi... 10/05/2010

So you've tried to sell your home and because the market has changed, you find yourself owing more than the market value of the home. Why not consider a "Short Sale" instead of letting the bank foreclose? Are you aware of the SIGNIFICANT damage a foreclosure does to your credit? By allowing a Short Sale on your property, you avoid having a foreclosure on your credit record and your home is Sold without a foreclosure on your record. What is a Short Sale and what are the benefits? These are questions that a Short Sale Specialist can answer for you. Contact Carol M. Johnson Realty at 804-490-1872 if you are considering a Short Sale and you reside in one of the following Counties: Petersburg, Richmond, Prince George, Henrico, Dinwiddie, Hopewell, Colonial Heights 06/10/2010

While preparing for my open house this weekend, I came across this article: Take Your Open House to the Next Level Up the ante on the traditional way of showcasing your home By Shannon Petrie, FrontDoor.com | Published: 7/09/2008 "A spiced up open house can get people talking about your home for sale. A glass of wine, some delicious hors d'oeuvres and live music. This sounds like a great way to spend an evening -- and sell your home. With standard open houses not doing the trick in today's sluggish market, some sellers are opting for "extreme open houses," with catered refreshments, prizes and entertainment. By throwing these elaborate shindigs, sellers hope guests will spread the word and generate buzz about their properties. The extreme open house lets buyers see the home in a differe... 01/12/2010