As the new year begins we are called to reflect on the past, to take inventory of our achievements and cultivate gratitude for all that we have. We look ahead to the future and set our intentions to create healthier,…
You are about to embark on one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences that can ever come from spending money: buying a home. If you are buying a home in 2019, you should know that the entire process is not…
By Ryan C. Benton As the classic holiday song goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And I agree. Like many here in Hampton Roads, I kick off the season with the Grand Illumination Parade in downtown Norfolk…
Have you ever gone through your relative’s closets and found a unique item they have had for 20 years? Did you fall in love with it because it was just the right style for what is popular now? What about…
Hampton Roads is blessed with an embarrassment of riches when it comes to folks with the creativity and the grit to shape ideas into solid substance. Some do so in order to start a trade. Others are possessed of the…
By Ryan C. Benton I know. Those popular “house-hunting” shows on cable make it look easy. Take a look at three houses, pick your favorite and, in less than an hour, you can own your dream home! Easy peasy, right?…
Norfolk is joining other big- name cities like New York City and Austin with a new way to get around, by bike. The Norfolk Bike Share program, Pace, is leading the way in urban transportation. Pace has a mission in…
For many, saving enough for a down payment is the hardest obstacle to overcome while trying to achieve the dream of homeownership. Let’s face it—there are no quick fixes or instant shortcuts when it comes to saving for a down…
Fall is upon us! With the leaves changing and cooler temperatures, it is hard to resist the desire to be outdoors. Getting away from the hustle and bustle of life is important to those outdoor adventure seekers. Did you know…
Chesapeake Take your pick from the lovely desserts at Nothing Bundt Cakes in Chesapeake. They also have a location in Newport News. I’ve heard great things about Sweet Kream Bakery. The pre-ordered cakes look fab, but the daily desserts are very tempting. For that…