July 2017

As you may remember, this was first announced in June 2016 at Slover Library by IKEA representatives, Gov. Terry McAuliffe, and Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim. Officials went on record stating that the new store will feature 331,000 square-feet of shopping space, 1200 parking spaces, and a 450-seat cafeteria-style restaurant with a wide variety of dishes from their famous Swedish meatballs to American-style pizza.

What does this mean for home owners living in Norfolks and the Hampton Roads area?

Well, first of all, it means you won't have to plan a three-hour road to trip to Woodbridge, Virginia or a five-and-a-half hour drive to Charlotte, North Carolina. It'll be easier than ever you to step up your interior decorating, style your home, or simply

Summer is full effect and we are feeling the heat! 

Is there a better feeling than walking into a nice, cool place after being in the hot sun all day?

Wouldn't it be even better if this cool oasis was your home?

If you agree, and we're positive you will, we have five hot tips to keep your Norfolk home cool this summer: 

1. Invest In Cooling Curtains

Thermal or blackout curtains work to insulate your home from the hot summer sun. Install them to cover windows that regularly have prolonged exposure to direct sunlight throughout the day. Not only will the curtains block out the sun and heat, it will help saving on energy costs because your air conditioner won't have to work as hard, simultaneously cooling your home and your wallet.

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