Local Resources
This directory of additional resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area, mortgage information, home warranty, local sites and other information. Check here often because new resources are added from time to time.
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School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| Hollins University - This is a link to Hollins University, Roanoke, VA. | |
| Liberty University - This is a link to Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. | |
| Roanoke College - This is a link to Roanoke College, Salem, VA. | |
| University of Virginia - This is a link to the University of Virginia. | |
| Virginia Military Institute - This is a link to the historic Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA. | |
| Virginia Tech - This is a link to Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. | |
| Virginia Western Community College - This is a link to Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, VA. | |
| Area Information | |
| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
Community Information - Free community profiles.
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| Roanoke Area Restaurant Guide - | |
The Roanoke Times - The Roanoke Valley's Premiere Newspaper.
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| Places of Interest | |
| Taubman Museum of Art - At the heart of downtown Roanoke, the new Taubman Museum of Art proves an arresting landmark for visitors. As Roanoke's most contemporary structure, it provides an analog for the city's evolution from industrial and manufacturing town to technology-driven city. The building's forms and materials evoke both the drama of the surrounding mountainous landscape of the Shenandoah Valley and the lyrically gritty industrial-era building culture of the early railroad boom. Click link for official site. | |
| Virginia Wineries - This is a link to Virginia area wineries. | |
| Visit Smith Mountain Lake - A link to all you need to know about the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake region. | |
| D-Day Memorial - This is a link to the official D-Day Memorial in Bedford, VA. | |
| Roanoke's Carvins Cove Natural Reserve - Carvins Cove Natural Reserve, located near Hollins University, is the second largest municipal park in the nation. It holds not only a major water source within its 12,700 acres, but also overflowing recreation opportunities. | |
| Mortgage | |
| ALCOVA Mortgage - Alcova Mortgage is committed to helping you find the right mortgage product for your needs. ALCOVA Mortgage understands that every borrower is different, and offers a variety of products to meet your individual requirements. ALCOVA Mortgage makes the process of securing a mortgage simple and straightforward by offering you the latest in financial tools that enable you to make sound financial choices. | |
| B B & T Mortgage - Choosing the right mortgage is as important as choosing the right home. B B & T offers a wide variety of mortgage loans, and their experienced and dedicated Mortgage Loan Officers can help you determine the loan that best meets your needs. | |
| FreedomFirst Credit Union - Freedom First Credit Union has built a strong reputation as an outstanding home loan provider serving the lending needs of individual home buyers throughout Virginia. | |
| Member One Credit Union - Whether you are buying your first home or taking care of the one you own, Member One's real estate lending programs will help you meet your goals. | |
| National City Mortgage - Get qualified to buy the house of your dreams at National City Mortgage. | |
| Prosperity Mortgage - An affiliate of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Whether you are looking to purchase, refinance or just not sure where to begin - Prosperity Morgage can help. | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| First Time Home Buyers | |
| VHDA Online Training - Free! - Congratulations on your decision to become a homeowner. You¿ve come to the right place to learn everything you need to know to start the homebuying process with confidence. | |
| Government & Similar Resources | |
| Link to a National Database of Unclaimed Property - Similar to the link to Virginia's Unclaimed Property department, this is a link to a national database of unclaimed property. This site is administered by the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators. | |
| Virginia Unclaimed Property - This is Virginia's unclaimed property search link. All states have an unclaimed property law for funds considered abandoned by the owner. "Holder's" are required to turn the funds over after being abandoned for 60 months. Check here to see if you've left money behind somewhere. Don't forget to check all previous names you may have had. | |
| Home Improvement | |
LowesMoving.com - Moving Tips, Project Tools, Design How-To's and More! Save 10% On Your Next Purchase. (See Details and Restrictions at www.LowesMoving.com.)
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| Home Warranty Information | |
| Old Republic Home Protection - Old Republic Home Protection's Home Warranty Plan offers homeowners comprehensive protection against the high cost of repair or replacement of their home's major systems and appliances. The Standard Home Warranty Plan offers coverage on plumbing, heating and electrical systems as well as appliances including oven/range, water heater, dishwasher, garbage disposal, trash compactor and specialty items such as built-in bathtub whirlpool, and central vacuum systems. Optional coverage is available. | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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Maps On Us - A handy resource for maps and/or driving directions.
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| Relocation Links | |
| Roanoke City and County Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Tax Information | |
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| Homeowner deductions information - | |
| How to report moving expenses - | |
| Selling your home - | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
