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Entries from May 2009

Herb and Garden Festival in Harrisonburg

May 26th, 2009 by Lisa Oates · No Comments

If you’ve passed JMU’s Edith J. Carrier Arboretum recently, you’ve probably noticed the signs up for the Herb and Garden Festival. It is taking place on May 30th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM in parking lot R3, across from the arboretum. According to James Madison University, this festival “features displays from the area’s premier [...]

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Kline May’s New Mission Statement

May 20th, 2009 by Lisa Oates · 1 Comment

Professionals dedicated to the highest standard of ethics, values, and client care… living, working and volunteering in our community.
Yep, I think that pretty much sums it up!

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City Residents Can Pay Real Estate Taxes Online

May 18th, 2009 by Lisa Oates · 1 Comment

Real estate taxes are due June 5th, which is just around the corner! Now residents of the City of Harrisonburg can pay their taxes online with a credit card. Residents can also pay their water bill online. This will help city officials streamline their paperwork process, and will also save residents a bit of money [...]

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Use the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit for Down Payment

May 13th, 2009 by Lisa Oates · 1 Comment

By now you’ve probably heard all about the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit passed by Congress a few months ago. Before now, though, folks couldn’t use the $8,000 toward a down payment because they’d have to file their tax returns in order to receive the credit. Shaun Donovan, secretary of the U.S. [...]

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The Truth About Radon

May 6th, 2009 by Lisa Oates · No Comments

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and it is nearly impossible to tell if your home is emitting radon unless you test for it. According to Radon.com, Radon is defined as follows:
Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. You cannot see, smell or taste radon, but it may be [...]

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Two New Video Tours Online!

May 1st, 2009 by Lisa Oates · No Comments

Check out our newest video tours — posted online just today!
1521 Gilmer Circle, Harrisonburg     |     $324,000     |     Click to view video
1840 Cobblestone Drive, Harrisonburg     |     $169,500     |     Click to view video
Enjoy! If you have any questions about either of these listings, don’t hesitate to contact us.

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Tags: Listings · Videos

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