Recipe of the Month

Grilled Shrimp and Smoky Grilled-Corn Grits Makes 4 to 6 servings Ingredients 2 ears fresh corn 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup...

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Debating Between a Condo or a House

Which is right for you? A condo can offer a good location at a less expensive price. Buying a home is one of the biggest and most important decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you are a first-time buyer, or a veteran homeowner looking to trade up or make a new start,...

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14 Ways You Can Make Your House Show Better

You don’t have to be a minimalist when it comes to your decor but if you want to sell your home, your chances improve greatly if you get rid of the clutter. While curb appeal speaks volumes, once potential buyers enter your house, you want them to be able to picture...

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Featured Property of the Week

Reduced Price! 101 Governors Lane   Suffolk, VA 23436 Magnificent home in the sought after neighborhood of Governor's Pointe. Close to the pool, club house, tennis courts & playground. Enjoy the river breezes from 3 different porches & lawn care is provided by...

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Featured Property of the Week

205 Causey Ave   Suffolk, VA 23434 Come see this charming home in Lakeside. Updated in 2010-2011 with new roof(30-year), new deck(12X14), refinished hardwood floors, built-in cabinets in living & dining rooms, custom kitchen cabinets, updated bathroom fixtures,...

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Harry’s Monthly Real Estate Insight

It is hot. I wish we could translate that into the real estate market, which is still on the cool side for sellers. Looking at the sales charts from REIN MLS it shows a spike of closings in April of 117 houses sold in Suffolk. January had 51, February had 64, March...

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Featured Property of the Week

1824 Mountainside Ave    Suffolk, VA 23434 Wonderful location (owner's children walk to school), new carpet, & great layout make this home a must see. The neighborhood is close to the highway for an easy drive to all Hampton Roads. Not a short sale, just a great...

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What To Expect After Listing

Selling a house can be a lot like remodeling –- it takes longer, costs more and is more emotionally draining than you thought but in the end was worth doing. Knowing what to expect when your house goes up for sale can be half the battle of getting through the...

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10 Summer Moving Tips

How to prepare for a seamless transition If you're moving this summer, the busiest season for moving, you know how daunting it can be. But if you create a blueprint for your move, the transition from house to house will go more smoothly. Here are 10 things you can do...

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Recipe of the Month

Brown Sugar Pork Chops with Peach Barbecue Sauce Yield: Makes 4 servings Total: 1 Hour, 10 Minutes Hands On: 35 Minutes Ingredients 3/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup kosher salt 2 cups boiling water 3 cups ice cubes 4 bone-in pork loin chops (about 2 lb.)...

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