As you approach retirement and look with excitement toward all that is to come, for many, that includes a new home. Some of us have moved many times in our lives, and others of us have stuck to two or three – or maybe even one – home for most of our adult lives. But [...]

In a post written just before Christmas, I talked about the top-quality name brands we use in all of our Villa homes and ever since then, I’ve been asked “What brands?” a lot! So I’m gladly sharing those with you here. Villa proudly uses the best brands available in each of our homes all at [...]

From all of us at Villa Development I want to extend to you and yours a very warm wish for a Merry Christmas and happy holiday season! We hope this finds you with the ones you love, surrounded by happiness and blessings and savoring every memory in the making.
May the joy of this season remain [...]

It’s that time of year when you are asked the same question countless times, “Are you done with your Christmas shopping yet?” But I have a different question to ask, “Who are you shopping for?” You see, I recently saw a news report that showed on Black Friday, 44% of purchases made were not intended [...]

Are you nearing retirement? Then you are likely still keeping a running “to-do” list, whether mentally or literally, of work items and home upkeep items. If you’re like most, then you do your “to-do” list almost automatically, as if it’s become a reflex from doing it so often. I must confess, it was while writing [...]

Have you ever noticed how life has a way of making us appreciate the “normal” times in our lives? It has happened to me many – many times – and in the end I’m always grateful for the reminder. Whether it’s returning home after the excitement of travel or visiting family or even the recovery [...]

As I write this, it is a mere two days since the 10-year anniversary of September 11. If you are reading this, you are likely part of a generation who has seen and experienced, either first hand or through the accounts of your parents, any number of events that will “live in infamy.” The ceremonies [...]

Though the title of this blog also belongs to a popular movie, I just felt it was too appropriate not to use here as well. In the wake of Hurricane Irene and its deluge of just a few short weeks ago, I find myself inspired. It may sound odd since I, too had three inches [...]

Are you singing along? I am! The nostalgia and happiness of that song will always bring joy to my heart and I hope it does to you, too. My name is Shelia Byers and I’m the Vice President of Marketing here at Villa Development in Virginia. Among many things, it is my passion to show [...]

Resale Market Making Strong Rebound this Fall
Insight from Shelia Byers, Vice President of Marketing, Villa Development LLC
Once you’ve made the decision to move, often the next step is to sell your existing home. Thanks to historically low rates, this fall is shaping up to be the perfect time to do just that. Right now a [...]