Articles | Elaine VonCannon Real Estate

April 28, 2023

The Hardest Working Agent In Real Estate!

The Hardest Working Agent In Real Estate! For years I have used the Saint Joseph statue. No I am not Catholic, but when the market died in 2008, nothing was selling. So I said to...

April 20, 2023

Just Because It Says American Cheese: It Isn’t So!

Just Because It Says American Cheese: It Isn’t So I for one love American cheese whether it is Yellow or White, I LOVE IT! I think it is the best cheese ever for grill cheese. ...

April 13, 2023

I Will Pay You on Tuesday for a Hamburger Today!

I Will Pay You on Tuesday for a Hamburger Today! The hamburger is one of the world’s most popular foods, with nearly 50 billion served up annually in the United States alone. Although the humble...

March 31, 2023

Moving on Up: Buying a Luxury Home

Moving On Up: Buying a Luxury Home Buying a luxury home is equal parts exciting as it is nerve-wracking. When buying a luxury home you’re investing a lot of money and/or committing to a substantial...

March 17, 2023

St. Patrick’s Day: Then & Now

St. Patrick’s Day: Then and Now Modern St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, at least in the United States, are likely be to characterized by commercial lucky charms and green beer—all of which has very little to...

March 10, 2023

Guess who is Coming for Dinner? Squirrel stew, jelly beans & hoecakes: The President’s favorite foods!

Guess who is Coming for Dinner? Squirrel stew, jelly beans & hoecakes: The Presidents’ favorite foods! Presidents of the United States have had some eccentric choices for favorite foods. So take heed this is what...

March 3, 2023

Till there was Yew: The Yew Tree

Till there was Yew: The Yew Tree The yew (Taxus) genus represents many varieties of evergreen trees and shrubs that are easy to care for and can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. These...

February 24, 2023

To Cleanse or Not to Cleanse: What is Smudging?

To Cleanse or Not to Cleanse: What is Smudging? I have been in Real Estate for many years. I have people buying homes and they will smudge the homes for different reasons. Buyers from all...

February 16, 2023

Your Front Door: Color Me Feng Shui

Your Front Door: Color Me Feng Shui Many years ago I wrote an article on Feng Shui. This you can find on my website. Now I want to blog just about the door regarding Feng...

February 10, 2023

All Aboard: Your Virginia Trolley Winery Tour!

All Aboard: Your Virginia Trolley Winery Tour! Visiting Virginia’s local wineries is always a good idea. That’s especially true if you can get together with your closest friends and not have to worry about who...

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