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 For Dianne Long, words such as “Integrity” and “Dedication” are corner stones to her success both personally and professionally. These strengths have enabled her to provide unprecedented service and expertise to her clients. And the results speak for themselves. Just ask a neighbor. It’s a good chance they’ve worked with Dianne too. Dianne always had a strong interest in real estate. Her successful banking career provided valuable insight into the financial processes for homebuyers. However, it wasn’t until relocating back to Richmond that Dianne decided she wanted to start her real estate career. Dianne gained firsthand knowledge of the relocation process, quickly learning the ins and outs of the business. “I really had two careers back then. One was banking and the other in moving.” Real estate is more than just a means for Dianne to make a living. “My greatest sense of accomplishment comes from helping others. To see homebuyers rejoice in finding that perfect home is something I take great pride in. I’m dedicated to making dreams a reality.” Dianne’s dedication to making dreams a reality for her clients is evident in her track record. She has received the Richmond Association of Realtors Highest Distinguished Achiever Award since 1986. She ranks in the top half of 1% Nationally for ERA in Individual Sales. When reminded of these accomplishments, Dianne quickly changes the subject and directs her attention to something she is passionate about, her clients. “My clients hire me, and I am prepared to work with them throughout the entire process.” Her compassion and determination have made many of Dianne’s clients repeat customers as well as life long friends. “I take great pride when a previous client calls and says that their son or daughter is ready to buy a house and that they know I’ll take care of them like no one else.” Integrity and dedication may be missing in today’s society and professional environment. However, there is one place you can still find these important qualities. Just ask Dianne Long. She practices what she preaches and wears these corner stones of success on her sleeves. A devoted wife and mother of two, Dianne enjoys spending time with her five grandchildren. “It’s refreshing to see how your children raise their own, with the same principles and qualities you tried to instill in them while growing up.” Whether she’s spending time with her family or helping someone purchase the home of their dreams, Dianne’s enjoyment of people is clearly evident. From the attentive manner in which she listens to others talk, to her easy laugh and helping personality, she is clearly a people-person ready to lend a capable hand. And with all that Dianne has to offer, those are good hands to be in. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, call Dianne Long. She’s Dedicated to Making Dreams a Reality.  |  | | | | |

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Financing Your Home >Finicky Financiers
Buying an old house to fix up has an attraction for many people. If you can find a house with charm and character, a renovation may enable you to create just the living environment that you want. You should start with a good real estate agent to help you locate the right house and recommend lenders who make both acquisition and construction loans.
Financing a renovation is perhaps the most difficult part of the whole project, especially if the house needs extensive work. Few banks will make these loans to people who are not professional developers. You should prepare for your loan application by having a written proposal. It helps to have an engineer's report or architectural plans and to include estimates from contractors covering the costs and timetables for the work to be done. Your real estate agent can help you put together a market analysis of the neighborhood to show that you will not be over-improving the property compared with other homes in the area.
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What 1982 thriller featured a house that was supposedly haunted because it had been built on the site of an ancient burial ground?
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Steven Spielberg's "Poltergeist"was filmed in an actual home on Roxbury Street in a normal residential suburb in California's Simi Valley. |
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