Black Friday already? It’s not even Halloween yet! Yeah, scary. There’s very little the pandemic hasn’t affected, and, if Prime Day was any indication, Black Friday may be a little different this year. Like many of us, you probably blinked a couple months and ago and now it’s October. November is rapidly approaching, and with that comes Black Friday –…
Van Metre believes that success has everything to do with the values that we hold dear. For Van Metre Companies, those values are: Integrity, Ownership, Respect and Dignity, Diversity and Inclusion, Teamwork, Community, and Work/Life Balance. Together, these values spark actions – actions that demonstrate respect for the welfare of others, ownership of one’s work and word, recognition of both the impact…
With the dog days of summer in our rearview mirror, it’s time to embrace all that fall has to offer—vibrant leaves, crisp apples, chunky knits, a piping hot cup of cider. There’s a definite shift in our interiors as well, with windows closed up and darker hours descending. Here are just a few ways to fill your living…
Miss traveling? Summer may have looked a little different bu fall in Virginia is a show stopper and a can't miss. Check out these 4 Virginia locations that are sure to itch your travling bug this fall. Roanoke, Virginia Looking for a mountain destination with a walkable downtown, fantastic art, quirky museums, and…
Summer is in full swing! And while we may not be able to jet off to some faraway waterfront locale, we can still get in on the easy summertime living. That means fresh, local food at the farmers’ market, warm walks around the community, and maybe even a picnic or two. It also means you…
Staycation Celebration: How are you celebrating the 4th of July in your Van Metre community? We know Summer may look a little different this year as we continue to stay home but we would love to see how you’re making the best of summer within your Van Metre community! Let's see your red,…
May is here! And of course, with May comes warmer weather and beautiful flowers. By now you already completed your spring cleaning and your patio or balcony it is ready! Patios and balconies do not get much love during the colder months, so we decided to dedicate this post to balcony cleaning tips and…
Working from home has its own set of unique challenges. Follow along for a few of the tips we've found most helpful in creating a work environment that establishes a healthy work/life balance, increases productivity, reduces feelings of stress, and more. These tips will help you make sure that you’re successful, both at getting your…
With all that is going on and everyone talking about cleaning and sanitizing, we wat to bring some tips about Spring Cleaning, the pressure to get tidy may have you worry, panic and biting your nails. Wondering, where the heck do I even begin? If that sounds familiar, then LISTEN UP. We have a helpful how-to on…
St Patrick’s day is around the corner and we cannot wait to celebrate this light hearted, super fun holiday in our gorgeous town of Ashburn! Our staff has gathered some highly anticipated get-togethers that we hope to catch you attending! #Ashburnliving ! March 7th, 2020 – St. Patricks Movie Night Belmont Country Club and Golf…