Virginia Sales Tax Holiday August 5-7

Virginia Sales Tax Holiday August 5-7

Can you believe summer is almost over and the dreaded "S" word is just around the corner?! Yup, it's that's time of year again to prepare for back to SCHOOL! For the 6th straight year in a row, Virginia will hold it's back-to-school no sales tax holiday Friday, August 5th through Sunday, August 7th.

Guidelines include:

-Schools supplies, such as notebooks and pens, will be exempt from tax as long as the item is $20 or less.

-Clothing and shoes will be tax free on items priced $100 or less.

To view a complete list of guidelines and frequently asked questions, please visit: http://www.tax.virginia.gov/

What a way to save! It is estimated that Virginians will save over $4 million in sales tax this year!

Get ready for a terrific weekend of shopping and send your loved ones back to school in style...for less!

Dreaming of a little home shopping for yourself? Contact me, Shannon Milligan at Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty, and let me light your way to home sweet home in the Henrico County Real Estate or surrounding Richmond Real Estate market!

To begin your Richmond Home Search, please visit: Richmond Area Homes.

Building a Swimming Pool in Richmond

Building a Swimming Pool in Richmond

Ever ask yourself "what have I gotten myself into?" This is the very question I am asking myself as I watch my back yard being turned into a big dirt pile! My family is currently building a swimming pool in Richmond and although it is a mess right now, we are eagerly anticipating the final result! (Especially since it has been so HOT here these past few weeks!)

Curious to the process of building a swimming pool in Richmond? Give me a call - I would be happy to share my experience thus far!

Would you rather buy a home in Richmond with a swimming pool? Contact me, Shannon Milligan, at Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty, and let me light your way to home sweet home in the Richmond Real Estate or surrounding Henrico County Real Estate market.

To begin your home search, please visit: Richmond Area Homes.

What is the Most Popular Family Room Paint Color?

What is the Most Popular Family Room Paint Color?

Today I was on the hunt for a great new paint color for my two story family room. I searched high and low, near and far and came up with...NOTHING! The crazy thing is I can help friends and family and clients pick out some great, neutral colors, but when it comes to my own home I freeze up...Something I think we all can relate to! So...I decided to take my search to the Internet and you know what? There was a list of the most popular colors for specific rooms!

Below you will find the Top Selling Benjamin Moore Paint Colors for the Family Room according to Breslow Home Design Center!

1. BM Lenox Tan
2. BM Barely Beige
3. BM Stone House
4. BM Desert Tan
5. BM Wethersfield Moss
6. BM Georgian Green
7. BM Monroe Bisque
8. BM Putnam Ivory
9. BM Rich Cream
10. BM Manchester Tan
11. BM Sepia Tan
12. BM Yosemite Sand
13. BM Saybrook Sage
14. BM Concord Ivory
15. BM Shelburne Buff
16. BM Philadelphia Cream
17. BM Bradstreet Beige
18. BM Audubon Russet
19. BM Bleeker Beige

And, the winner is????

Benjamin Moore STONE HOUSE! I just loved the warmth of this tan...not too yellow, not too pink...Just right! And, I also am doing Benjamin Moore Audubon Russet as an accent wall. Why not?!

Did your favorite make the list? Have a suggestion for a color that is not on the list? Let me know!

Ready to find a new home where you can add your decorators touch? Then contact me, Shannon Milligan at Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty, and let me light your way to home sweet home in the Henrico County Real Estate or surrounding Richmond Real Estate market!

To begin your home search, please visit: Richmond Homes.

Richmond Cooling Centers Open Through Weekend - Beat the Heat!

Richmond Cooling Centers Open Through Weekend - Beat the Heat!

I don't have to tell you as you already feel it...It's HOT out there! To beat the heat, Richmond has several cooling centers that will be open through the weekend.

Cooling Centers in Richmond for Friday:

Southside Community Services Center, 4100 Hull Street Road
Department of Social Services, 900 East Marshall Street
East District Center, 701 North 25th Street
*Open from Noon until 5PM

Cooling Centers in Richmond for Saturday and Sunday:
Southside Community Services Center, 4100 Hull Street Road
Department of Social Services, 900 East Marshall Street
*Open from Noon until 5PM

All cooling shelters will provide bottled water, however, food will not be supplied. In addition, pets are not allowed with the exception of service animals.

Remember:

Take a few extra minutes and check on your neighbors who may not have access to air conditioning, especially the elderly.

Take extra care of your pets in this excessive heat. Make sure to give plenty of water (refill often) and provide plenty of shade!

For more information, please visit CBS6.

Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty, wishes you a happy, and SAFE, summer season!

Real Richmond Food Tour in Shockoe Slip

Real Richmond Food Tour in Shockoe Slip

Want to know what the cuisine is like in Richmond? Then here is your chance to get a little taste! This Friday, July 22nd, you can enjoy a 1.4 mile tour through Shockoe Slip and Capitol Square sampling scrumptious food from 5 different local restaurants!

Admission to the tour is just $39 and begins at The Urban Farmhouse on Cary Street at 2PM.

For more information or to register, please visit: http://www.realrichmondva.com/

Don't forget your walking shoes and elastic waist pants!

Ready to tour the Richmond Real Estate or Henrico County Real Estate market? Then contact me, Shannon Milligan at Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty and let me light your way to home sweet home!

To begin your Richmond home search, please visit: Richmond Area Homes.

Virginia Food and Wine Festival!

Virginia Food and Wine Festival!

Looking for something fun to do this upcoming weekend? Look no further! The Virginia Food & Wine Festival will be held this Sunday, July 24th from Noon until 5PM at the Farm Bureau Center at The Meadow Event Park presented by SaveOurFood.org! Admission is $10 per carload or just $5 for Virginia Farm Bureau members and Kroger customers with admission flyer. (Hint: Click on the Festival link I provided, download the flyer to the right and there is your special savings card!)

Admission includes hundreds of free Virginia food & wine samples, the Down on the Farm kids' area which boasts fishing games, crafts, & more, live music, and the opportunity to purchase fresh produce from the indoor Farmers' Market! All of this PLUS you'll beat the heat as the festival is indoors and air conditioned!

So mark your calendars for another fabulous Central Virginia event!

Thinking about making Central Virginia your home? Contact me at Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty and let me light your way to home sweet home in the Henrico County Real Estate or surrounding Richmond Real Estate market!

To begin your home search click here: Richmond Area Homes.

Steps to Buying Your Home

Steps to Buying Your Home

Buying a home is an exciting time, but it can also be a tad bit confusing. No worries, though, as Keller Williams Realty has outlined the 8 easy steps for a smooth home buying journey!