Do you appreciate your Realtor? Real estate agents aren’t often recognized for the amazing tricks they pull to treat their clients like royalty. Here are a few top reasons your Realtor is awesome: Vacation for Money – Realtors work around the clock 24/7. We work holidays, weekends, and even on our vacations!! Excellent at Taboo – Although […]
The Peninsula real estate market for May 2015: Months supply of inventory is down to 6.9 months Median sold price over the past 12 months is up slightly to $168,000 Average market time is 96.3 days Percentage of sold price to list price remains consistent at 97.15% Closed sales way up at 3.2% If you have questions […]
The Peninsula real estate market for April 2015: Months supply of inventory is down to 6.8 months Median sold price over the past 12 months is up to $167,000 Average market time is 95.7 days Percentage of sold price to list price remains consistent at 97.63% Closed sales way up to 6% Hampton Roads Real-e-statement is written […]
Utilities For electric call Dominion Power 1-888-667-3000 or find on the web www.dom.com For water call Waterworks at 757-926-1000 For gas contact Virginia Natural Gas www.virginianaturalgas.com or 866-229-3578 Trash and Recycling Pickup is dependent upon the city you live and location. Generally, trash is picked up weekly and recycling every other week. Bulk pickup is also included every […]
Perfect family oasis home is now available for new owners! Check out 4 Nicks Landing Circle, Poquoson, VA 23662 for your dream space. This home has it all from large rooms to family entertainment. Kitchen is a chef’s dream with a double oven, stainless steel appliances, island, bar, self-closing cabinets, and more! Relax by the […]
Is your bathroom in dire need of a new look, but don’t have thousands to spend? Here are some great bathroom design tips that can turn your bathroom from drab to fab. We all know the dreaded retro tile that takes up half the wall space and engulfs the entire room. Rather than tearing it […]
My clients tell me all the time they want to find a “good” neighborhood to live in. The problem with that statement is how we define a “good” neighborhood, and no two definitions are alike. A good neighborhood could have low crime or a playground or nice neighbors or quiet hours or access to conveniences. There […]
Sunday’s issue of the Daily Press highlighted key components to remember when qualifying to purchase a home: Pay less mortgage insurance – Talk to your lender about different loan types, downpayment requirements, and private mortgage insurance choices. Selecting the right products to fit your budget can help save money. Prequalification – Pick a lender who offers […]
Love where you live! The Greater Hilton Neighborhoods are located off Warwick Boulevard and backs the James River. It consists of 5 subdivisions – North Hilton, Warwick on the James, Brandon Heights, Hilton Village, and Rivermont. This community began with Hilton Village (registered in the National Register of Historical Places) consisting of 500 English-style homes […]
Looking to do a bit of redecoration? Moving into a new home? Here are some local treasures that offer shopping for antiques, consignment, and unique, one-of-a-kind finds. Aladdin Consignment Shop – From knickknacks to furnishings, Aladdin Consignment is conveniently located off Merrimac Trail in Williamsburg. All current inventory can be viewed on their Facebook page. Rooms, Blooms, […]
Honey stop the car! This amazing waterfront retreat is now available! 104 Sir John Way in Yorktown, VA offers countless amenities and gorgeous water views. This home is perfect for entertaining or spending a quite night with the family. Features, amenities, and upgrades for 104 Sir John Way, Seaford, VA 23696 include: Colonial home with 4 […]
Realtors are everywhere. They’re at your church, softball league, Superbowl party, kid’s school, gym, grocery store, favorite restaurant, and neighborhood homeowner’s association meetings. A Realtor’s job is to sell the community, but so many forget that we ARE the community. We’ve all heard it…everyone knows a Realtor. They’re all around you, contributing to the local community. […]
As a Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), I often run across articles about the home buying process. There are thousands of resources available to DIY buyers before ever coming into contact with a Realtor. Some articles tend to be more confusing than helpful, while others help prepare you for the road ahead. To prevent you from […]
Recent data from Point2 shows that 10-15 photos are optimal for drawing in buyers and generating leads to sell a home. Why? Too few photos leave the buyer wondering what’s not being shown and are often brushed off as a dud house. The opposite is also true. Too many photos answer buyer questions and they […]