Monthly Archives: May 2011

Kitchen Questions

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

At Main Street Homes, when we work at designing our homes, we put ourselves in the mindset of the buyer.  How will they live here?  What would they love in their new home?  What have our customers told us in the past … Continue reading →

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PCS-ing to Fort Lee?

Posted on May 28, 2011 by

By John Howsmon I’ve worked with 5 families PCS-ing to Fort Lee.  They’ve come to Turner Forest looking for great schools and a place to call home while they serve their duty station at Fort Lee.  While helping these families, … Continue reading →

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New Neighborhoods Near Ft. Lee

Posted on May 24, 2011 by

If you’re looking for homes for sale in near Ft. Lee, you’re in luck. Come by and take a look at our four newest neighborhoods with a variety of innovative floor plans, luxurious features, and chic styles to choose from. … Continue reading →

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National Bike Safety Month

Posted on May 15, 2011 by

May is national bike safety month, so we’re kicking it off with some tips to remind drivers and bikers the best way to prevent accidents. Instead of traveling on busier streets, map out alternate routes through neighborhoods, roads with bike … Continue reading →

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4 Ways to Save Money When Building Your Own Home

Posted on May 15, 2011 by

Richmond, VA new home builder, Main Street Homes, builds award-winning new homes with quality and style. An in-house Design Studio helps new home buyers design their dream home in their new Richmond neighborhood.  Here are a few tips from Main … Continue reading →

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Preparing Your Child for a Move

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

Moving is an exciting time for the whole family!  As the decision makers, Parents have the inside scoop on all the details of a move.  Here’s an article from KidsHealth.org talking about sharing these details with the younger members of the family. Discussing … Continue reading →

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Gardening Tips for Busy People!

Posted on May 13, 2011 by

By Leroy Houser Gardening is one of the most thought-provoking activities I do. For the most part it’ssomething you can do alone, as most people don’t want to be involved in the digging, cutting and sweating. I grew up in a … Continue reading →

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Homeownership: it’s YOUR decision.

Posted on May 10, 2011 by

From our friend  Jim Gillespie with Coldwell Banker: I just read Meg Handley’s recent article in U.S. News and World Report and was appreciative of her home buying tips and fair look at who should/should not buy a home today.   While I … Continue reading →

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Stop Yellow Pages Delivery

Posted on May 8, 2011 by

From our friends at Abundance Organizing: So, I’ve been feeling guilty because I continue to receive phone books and have absolutely no use for them. I always intend to call and ask them to stop delivery, but I never get … Continue reading →

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How To Decorate Your Home Like These Top Women Designers

Posted on May 5, 2011 by

Conflicted about how to decorate your new home? Not to worry. We’ve got some stunning tips to help you recreate these chic styles perfected by professional designers (did we mention these are the top ladies in the business?). Designer Sheila … Continue reading →

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