By Michael Khandelwal What most Hampton Roads residents know about the town is that ham comes from there. It’s true: Smithfield is known as the “Ham Capital of the World,” and members of the English monarchy had standing orders for their…
If you recently graduated from college, chances are you have some student debt. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to qualify for a mortgage, even while paying off your debt. Mortgage Professional Matt Sines says this scenario is actually very…
In most cases, your parents know best. But when it comes to buying a house and your down payment, you may not want to follow every word of advice (sorry, dad). According to TowneBank Mortgage Loan Officer Pat Miller, it’s…
By Vanessa Flemming, Virginia Beach surfing is a bit of a conundrum. This area is not known for big swells and big names coming to the area. This is not a “typical” surfers’ destination. However, if you head out to…
Bring the colors and feelings of summertime into your home with these best tips and tricks from Better Homes & Garden — everything from furniture arrangements to the smells of the season. See more ideas here.
By Lindsay Richards If you’re like me, you love supporting local businesses whenever possible. It’s a good vibe – that feeling I get when I offer my hard-earned dollars to a fellow hard-working neighbor. The same rings true for supporting…
Many people don’t know much about Pungo, beyond that the Pungo Strawberry Festival, held each year on Memorial Day weekend, is one of our area’s best local celebrations. So, let’s take a closer look at Hampton Road’s rural jewel. Named…
Whether you just want to indulge your pet or solve an existing problem, these DIY pet projects from HGTV offer great ideas for making the most of life with your furry friend. See more ideas here.
Beyond the “smell of money” (as the locals often refer to the Paper Mill), there’s plenty to do in Franklin, a small City with about 8,000 in population nestled between the Blackwater River and Southampton County. The often forgotten rural…
By Cristina Fletcher I’m not a Deep Creek native but I married into a native family. My husband and his family have lived in Brentwood since the 50s and their family is entrenched in this part of Chesapeake. I’ve lived…