Mari Kelly Realtor

06/15/2026

Thoughtful landscaping can make a lasting first impression, and fast-growing border plants are one of the simplest ways to elevate curb appeal. From hydrangeas to black-eyed Susans, the right greenery can add structure, color, and a polished look that helps a home stand out before buyers even step inside. 🌿🏡🌸

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06/13/2026

Understanding the difference between trusts and LLCs can play an important role in protecting real estate assets and planning for the future. While LLCs help limit liability and simplify property management, trusts can offer long-term estate planning benefits, privacy, and smoother asset transfers for future generations. 🏡📑🔑

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06/10/2026

Encourage a summer of learning and compassion with Compassionate Care Camp: Kindness Counts Week at the Fredericksburg SPCA, running June 15–19. Designed for ages 6–9, this hands-on camp introduces children to animal care, shelter work, and the impact of empathy through engaging activities and meaningful interaction. 🐾💙🌿

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Kindness Counts Week, June 15-19 – Continue the focus on empathy and compassion with interactive lessons, craft projects, and shelter pet engagement. Team

06/08/2026

Protecting your home starts from the ground up, especially as heavier rainfall patterns continue to impact homeowners across the country. Proper soil grading and drainage can help prevent costly foundation damage by directing water safely away from your property before problems begin. 🌧️🏡🔧

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06/07/2026

Support a meaningful cause while enjoying a morning in downtown Fredericksburg at the SPCA Rescue Run 5K on June 14. Whether you’re running competitively or joining the community walk, every step helps support the mission to end animal suffering and care for local animals in need. 🐾🏃‍♀️🏅

Learn more about the event here: https://fxbg.com/calendar-item/fredericksburg-spca-rescue-run-5k/

This event is sponsored by B101.5 and The Joint Chiropractic in Fredericksburg and Cosners Corner.

06/06/2026

New-construction homes are becoming an increasingly smart option for first-time buyers, offering modern energy efficiency, lower maintenance costs, and valuable builder incentives that can ease the path to homeownership. With limited inventory continuing to shape the market, these homes also provide opportunities for customization and long-term savings that many buyers may not expect. 🏡🔑✨

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06/03/2026

Make plans to attend this free Community Outreach event on June 13 at Strong Tower Church, where families can access groceries, wellness services, children’s activities, lunch, and more in a welcoming community setting. It’s a meaningful opportunity to connect with local resources while enjoying a day focused on support, unity, and care for the Fredericksburg community. 💙🏡🤝

Learn more about the event here: https://fxbg.com/calendar-item/community-outreach/

06/01/2026

Removing or filling in a pool may seem like a simple solution, but improper work can lead to costly structural issues, drainage problems, and even complications during resale. Before making major exterior changes, homeowners should ensure permits, proper demolition, and long-term property value are all carefully considered. 🏡💧🔨

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05/30/2026

If you're selling a condo or townhouse, your HOA's master insurance policy isn't just paperwork; it's the thing that can quietly kill a deal weeks into the process if the coverage falls short of what lenders require. 📋 Before you list, request your HOA's master policy, current budget, and reserve funding details, because lenders will, and finding out there's a problem mid-transaction is far more costly than catching it early. 🏢 A quick email to your HOA board today could save your closing date later. 🔑

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05/26/2026

Before you lock up and head out for your summer trip, shutting off the main water supply, switching your water heater to vacation mode, and checking your sump pump takes less than 10 minutes, and could save you thousands in water damage while you're gone. 🧳 Most leaks don't announce themselves; they quietly run for days through a worn-out fitting or supply line behind a toilet while no one's home to catch it. 🚿 A little prep before you leave is the cheapest home insurance you'll ever give yourself. 🏠

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