CLICK PHOTO Many of my clients decide to build their new home in the Charlottesville area. They value the fact that I am representing their best interests and sometimes that leads to working with a local builder. This is one of my favorite things, to work with buyers of a new home. But I often get this question: “Charles, where do I start when considering new construction in Charlottesville?” Well this is an excellent question so I decided to build a custom search page on my website that helps with the process. Try this link and please let me know your thoughts. http://www.charlottesvillerealestatesolutions.com/customsearch/new_construction 434-515-1585 Charles McDonald Principal Broker www.CharlottesvilleRealEstateSolutions.com 07/22/2011

Coffee and a beautiful day in Charlottesville, what a mixture! Today we are off to see 2 stunning properties that we will be listing soon. One is close in to town and in an area that is very desirable. The second home is a larger home with acreage near NGIC and DIA. This afternoon I am meeting with one of our agents to discuss the details of a contract. Being available for our agents is part of being a Principal Broker. Showing Charlottesville Real Estate is always a big part of my day but today I am handling a few other items. It will be a grand day! 06/25/2011

Garden Week For the past 76 years, Historic Garden Week has been celebrated in Virginia and Charlottesville has several homes on the tour each year. The Charlottesville area has several historic estates with beautiful gardens and landscapes, and this opportunity to visit should not be missed. My wife has had the privilege of participating in garden week and every time she has, we start a new bed of plants in our yard! I may not have a green thumb, but I do have a few blisters on my hands from using a shovel :) 03/11/2011

Yes, I am looking forward to Summer! There are so many people discussing Green solutions in building a home, that I thought I would show you a green solution for heating your pool... We are using Solar to heat our pool (and this is not an expensive solar system). We are just using a simple Solar Cover... Look at these results:   Outdoor temperature is 82 degrees and the pool temperature is 91 degrees!!! Wow, that is hot! It is actually a little to hot for me to swim but my wife loves it!       I learned a long time ago that making my wife happy makes me happy! Here is the simple cover we use: And here is a close up of the cover, we just roll it across the pool and unroll it when we swim(actually we lets the kids do it) Now I like a simple solution that is cost effective! (Might be wort... 02/16/2011

Looking for that County feel? Have you been to Louisa County? Located within minutes of Charlottesville Virginia the county of Louisa is known for open spaces and country settings. The old saying is true, “Things are less expensive in the county” There are great deals to be made on property in Louisa.   (Photo taken of a horse farm sale by Charles McDonald) The Real Estate market everywhere is constantly changing and Louisa County Virginia is too. Louisa is just East of Charlottesville with open land and open roads! You can truly experience country living in Louisa County! In Louisa we have SOLD 130 HOMES. There are currently 224 HOMES on the market. Our average DOM (Days on the Market) is at 117 Days. Our Average selling price is $244,126 We have some excellent neighborhoods to see li... 09/25/2010

For more information call Cliff Kavanaugh 434-466-5128   ck@kw.com 5006 Stoney Point Pass, Keswick, VA  4BR/4BA Single Family House   offered at $356,900 Year Built 1979 Sq Footage 3,032 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 full, 0 partial Floors 3 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 2.4 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Welcome to paradise! The Lazy Dawg isn't just for dogs! Come enjoy this meticulously maintained home with pristine landscaping, 180 degree mountain views, abundance of wildlife and privacy just 15 minutes from town. This home boasts a wrap around porch, possible 4th bedroom or in-law suite, media room, bedrooms and full bath on every level and a fenced in, completely mulched dog yard. Great space for entertaining on the screened rear porch and all you can hear are the birds! **Mappi... 04/28/2010