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Lindsay's Journal

I obviously love real estate but here I cover a bunch of other fun things too. Articles here will range from decor favorites, to home reno projects, Richmond hot spots, investing tips, and much more. Grab a cocktail or a coffee (whichever suits your mood) and stay awhile. 

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My Favorite Artists & Where to Shop Locally

A few years ago I came across a large piece of art that was painted with an abstract scene of Charleston. At the time is was priced around $1,200 which was a lot of money (and still is) but something about this painting really struck me and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. A few […]

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I’m Lindsay
I am a realtor, wife, mom,
serial renovator, and
lover of blue and white. I love living in Richmond, VA and find any excuse to buy a new piece of artwork.
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It’s not every day that we get to tie our real estate and design skills all into one large project! From sourcing the perfect plot of land to collaborating with the best builders and architects in the industry, our team is equipped to transform your vision into a tangible reality. We don’t just stop at […]

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In the midst of our renovation in the twin’s room, we started moving furniture around the house and somehow left Berkley without a nightstand. She wasn’t upset and insisted that meant she got to pick one out herself. We started looking at various stores and continued to either find junky furniture or nightstand that were […]

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These warmer temperatures have me dreaming of pick your own flowers and fruits, outdoor concerts, and 5K races throughout Metro Richmond. If you’re feeling the same way, be sure to download my Spring Guide in RVA for my recommendations for fun activities to fill your time this Spring, as well as ways to spruce your […]

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When I saw Society Social’s new wallpaper line, I was smitten. I am a huge fan of grasscloth wallpaper but one roll can run you upwards of $300-$500 and with kids, it just never felt like a good idea. Their new line is faux grasscloth so the actual material is vinyl but it looks nearly […]

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The new year has brought about a list of new goals for many people. On the top of my personal/financial list of goals is to continue my real estate investing by purchasing my first long term rental home. When I shared this on Instagram, it seemed that many of you had similar interests so I […]

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It’s just starting to feel like Fall! Last year my fall events guide was a big hit and I’ve had a few reach out to ask when 2022s would be ready. I have finally gotten my life together with the kids back to school and have the Fall Guide ready! This guide shares activities, food, […]

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Somehow we have already passed the Forth of July and we are officially in the middle of the summer market. Typically, we see a bit of a slowdown in home sales through the heat of the summer but talk of rising interest rates and high inflation are impacting the market as well. Grab a cold […]

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My husband and I are both fans of the traditional moulding found in many older homes. Detailed trim work always catches my eye and it is a fairly simple way to really elevate the feel of a space. In our current home our dining room had wainscoting on the bottom half of the walls that […]

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It’s no secret I have a large collection of blue and white pottery in our home. Recently, when cleaning out our kitchen cabinets, I noticed we had a bunch of platters and plates that we weren’t using and thought it would be fun to display them on a wall in our bedroom. It took a […]

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Enneagram 3, workout addict, serial renovator with a throw pillow addiction

There are few things I love more than house hunting or planning new renovation projects, but when the deals are negotiated and my four kids are tucked into bed, you can find me scrolling Instagram for new decorating ideas or watching Southern Charm on Bravo. 

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