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Since I (Durant) am a Senior, I want you
to know about Roanoke. Take a minute to check:
Money
Magazine - 5/1/02
What a great testimony of the quality of
life that Roanoke and the Valley offers to Senior citizens. If you review some
of the other links on our web site, you will see all the Things To Do, the
quality of health care, the housing that is available, how the economy will
benefit you, the low stress levels, and the low cost of living. These are all
very meaningful in our later stages of life.
The Valley has many new high rises with
elevators and patio homes with limited maintenance both in Roanoke and at Smith
Mountain Lake. One floor living does make sense. Sandy and I are available to
assist you in locating the ideal home.
There are a number of independent living and
assisted living facilities at all price ranges. A new development of continuum
of care (independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing) is underway
in Botetourt County. Home care, respite care, hospices, and memory care
facilities are also readily available. We can forward information upon
request.
For the service-minded Senior, there are
many volunteer opportunities whether of the Rescue Mission/Habitat type or
being a guide at the art museums. The city and county recreation departments
offer numerous short or long-term educational programs in many disciplines and
the arts (4 Senior Centers in the area). More formal education is available at
many area higher education facilities.
As you plan for your future, consider the
Roanoke Valley strongly. You will be glad that you did.
First Time Buyers >Preferences of Buyers
Although every purchase of a home involves a degree of compromise, the process begins with the buyer's preferences. When you are working with a real estate agent, it is important that you give your agent a clear idea which of your criteria are flexible and which items you really must have in your new home.
If you prefer a specific location, for example, discuss why you want to live in that neighborhood. The agent might be able to suggest alternatives areas which offer the same amenities or convenience to your office. How important is size? Do you really need four bedrooms or would three bedrooms work, if there is a den for your home office? How much are you willing to correct with redecorating or remodeling? Are you willing to expand your price range by using an adjustable rate mortgage to increase your buying power?
The agent will ask you a lot of questions so that they can use your time most efficiently by showing you houses that meet your criterion as a buyer.
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Who received the largest land grant ever given to an English subject for only two beaver skins per year?
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William Penn, the Quaker leader, received Pennsylvania and Delaware to settle a debt owed his father by King Charles II. |
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