Real estate blog entries tagged with hampton roads

Blog entries tagged with "hampton roads":

hampton roads: Happiness is a wet, safe dog! - 12/03/08 03:36 PM

About a month ago, while out showing property my client and I turned into a neighborhood and out of nowhere this little white dog is running down the middle of the street (in loads of traffic) he is hauling BOOTAY...and darting in front of cars. I started to freak out- because … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Winter heat up ! - 11/20/08 02:29 PM

Hello ,
I just wanted to comment on the recent buyer traffic in Hampton Roads. I currently have several listing 1. Virginia Beach 2. Norfolk 3. Portsmouth. It appears in the last 30 days I have had more calls on them than in the last 60 days. I wonder what give. … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Brian Tracy Assessments - 11/17/08 10:48 AM

I was on another networking site...YES there are others! hehe ... and someone posted this link:
http://briantracyassessments.com/assessment.asp
This is one of the few personal assessments that doesn't take an hour to complete. I was rather surprised at how I was assessed specially considering my stage fright issue. haha!
Here is what … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Dog Parks in Hampton Roads - 10/27/08 08:54 AM

Just few of our Great Neighborhoods for Dogs!
•      Lafayette Residence Park (N) - Great Dog Park, quite streets
•      Colonial Place (N) - Romp along the waterfront, hang out with the big dogs at the park
•      Downtown (N)- Who can resist a stroll with a pooch along the waterfront? … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Cozy & Welcoming is what you will find in Sulfolk, Virginia - 10/26/08 10:31 AM

By: Elaine VonCannon, ABR, SRES, REALTOR, NOTARY, PROPERTY MANAGER, TEAM LEADER

Cozy & welcoming is what you will find w/this brick rancher. 2 fireplaces, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths (1/jetted tub & 1 w/full size shower stall), 2700 Sq Ft of living space. This little gem sits on 14+ … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Pardise in Gloucester Virginia - 10/24/08 06:59 PM

By: Elaine VonCannon, ABR, SRES, REALOR, NOTARY, PROPERTY MANAGER, TEAM LEADER
Welcome to paradise located in Gloucester County, your mini-estate on 2.14 acres! Convenient to shopping & other amenities. This lovely low-country style home features 3100 Sq Ft, 4 BRs, 2.5 BA, FP & expansive bonus room. Beautiful custom hand painted … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Sold in 3 Days! - 10/23/08 08:06 PM

Who says the market is slow? I had three closings in September! I helped two clients purchase homes and one client sell - the home sold in three days. And this in a "slow market." Hampton Roads' home market and economy tend to be protected by the military presence - there … (1 comments)

hampton roads: AFFORDABLE YORK COUNTY HOME - 10/22/08 04:56 PM

AFFORDABLE YORK COUNTY HOME IN THE HEART OF SEAFORD! 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS FEATURES HARDWOOD, TILE & BERBER FLOORING, A HUGE FENCED BACKYARD & PRIVATE MASTER SUITE. NEW ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLE ROOF & NEW RANGE ARE THE MOST RECENT UPGRADES! THIS HOME ALSO BOASTS CENTRAL HEAT/AIR, TILT-IN INSULATED WINDOWS, CEILING FANS … (3 comments)

hampton roads: Thinking you'll get a better deal by waiting? - 10/12/08 07:16 PM

Hey Everyone,
Just some random thoughts from some situations we've come across lately. Several situation have happened like below. This usually happens with homes that are underpriced for the neighborhood already, but nobody is moving to put in an offer:
- Client is interested in a certain house...say at $550,000
- … (0 comments)

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hampton roads: Homeowners Benefits on New Tax Bill - 10/07/08 08:17 AM

Well, I am torn on the new $700B bailout passed last week. ON the one hand, I think we are doing a dissevice to our children by increasing the deficit that they will be saddled with (along with us). On the other hand, I have to be confident that it will … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Virginia Beach Area; Land Mass, Population, and Real Estate....No Counties! - 09/29/08 05:45 PM

Let me share with you a little about the Virginia Beach and surrounding areas of Va. This will include the current population, land mass and, of course, where to find real estate ie all the homes for sale in the cities of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Norfolk, Portsmouth! (Hint www.googlejim.com)This Area of Southeast Virginia is sometimes … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Beautiful Condo in Suffolk, VA - 09/25/08 03:34 PM

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hampton roads: Smart Homeowner - September October Energy Issue - 09/19/08 10:09 AM

Smart Homeowner - September October Energy Issue (edit/delete)
For some great summary information on home improvements and building techniques that can save you money, check out Smart Homeowners September/October issue. There are great tips and tricks for things that every homeowner can do to save money. Here are a couple.
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hampton roads: Summing up recent financial news - 09/15/08 08:38 AM

Just to sum up the past few weeks (I am sure there is more, but this is a start!:
1. Mortgage rates fell below 6% for 30-year fixed rate loans, the first time since May.
2. The federal government takes over Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The Federal Reserve is expected to make a … (2 comments)

hampton roads: Marketing my Virtual Tours and Photography Business - 09/03/08 06:26 PM

Here is my dilemma, For the past several months I have visited every Broker in Hampton and Newport News, Va. and handed out slick flyer's advertising my Real Estate and Virtual Tour business. Attached is one of my eye catching business cards and mostoffices I visit I get a very positive response … (19 comments)

hampton roads: Thinking of remodeling... Think about this...! - 09/02/08 09:20 AM

According to an article August 22, 2008 in the Washington Times, the focus on green building and renovating continues to be strong with home owners, home buyers, and home sellers. For example:
The National Association of Home Builders' quarterly Remodeling Market Index released in June reported that 33 percent of the surveyed … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Benefits of B. Payden Photography Virtual Tours-Part 5 - 08/29/08 08:45 AM

Be more productive with B. Payden Photography, LLC Virtual Tours
Sell More Homes

According to REALTOR magazine's annual survey of buyers and sellers, sellers interested in listing their home typically look for the Real Estate professional who will do the most to bring the most buyers to the table.
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hampton roads: New Price! Affordable Brick Ranch in Chesapeake Virginia! - 08/28/08 06:25 PM

Contact Tina Merritt, Realtor®, GRI, ePRO, QSC, ASR, AHWD, Long and Foster Real Estate. Licensed Realtor® in Virginia and North Carolina at 757-287-6338 to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Hampton Roads Virginia: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Isle of … (0 comments)

hampton roads: New Direct Mail Advertising Campaign-REALTORS advice especially welcome! - 08/28/08 03:28 PM

This week I just sent out several hundred direct mail 4x6 postcards I designed and printed on heavy weight stock. I am trying this marketing approach, after reading both the pro's and con's online, to gauge REALTOR response and decide if I want to continue or move in another direction. What I … (7 comments)

hampton roads: Benefits of B. Payden Photography Virtual Tours-Part 3 - 08/25/08 11:33 AM

Be more productive with B. Payden Photography, LLC Virtual Tours
Virtual Tours You Control

Integrate tours into your marketing strategyOnce a tour has been created, we will create two links for you to use in your marketing. One link will be IDX compliant for use on the MLS and … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Benefits of B. Payden Photography Virtual Tours-Part 2 - 08/23/08 05:56 PM

Be more productive with B. Payden Photography, LLC Virtual Tours
Saves Money

Agents who use the Internet and Virtual Tours have to show half as many homes to each buyer, and spend one third of the time with each buyer before a purchase is made. You'll spend less time with … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Ocean View Norfolk Real Estate Tour - 08/23/08 09:19 AM

I had a fun day yesterday showing property to a lovely family looking for a home in Ocean View. We looked throughout East Ocean View and Willoughby Beach. In the area they are considering, there are more than 200 properties for sale in price ranges from ~$155,000 to $2,9M! Since they … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Bike Friendly Norfolk - Ride A Bike, Save Money, Save Energy - 08/19/08 01:44 PM

Conserve and USE Energy
Thinking about ways to save money? One win-win situation is to keep the car parked and go for your bike! You will save the money used for gas, plus help the environment AND you will burn calories peddling to your destination. Think you can't get from here … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Benefits of B. Payden Photography Virtual Tours-Part 1 - 08/17/08 03:29 PM

Be more productive with B. Payden Photography, LLC Virtual Tours
Saves Time

Reserve your time for the most productive appointments.How many hours have you spent taxiing shoppers from one listing to another that you knew from the beginning wouldn't interest them? On average, Agents who don't use virtual tours show … (2 comments)

hampton roads: Hampton Roads Transportation Projects - Planned, Impact on Real Estate - 08/13/08 02:14 PM

During a recent preview of a home in Willoughby in north Norfolk, I was pondering the impact of the planned road expansion of I64 on the property. That prompted me to review the planned projects for the area, assuming the Hampton Roads Transportation Authority ever has the funds available for the … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Rain Garden and Insects - Friend or Foe! - 08/11/08 08:04 AM

I am working on a modified rain garden for my side yard. For those who don't know, a rain garden is designed to reduce the amount of water runoff from your home by channeling it to a specific type of garden. This reduces the amount of rain going into the storm water … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Buy Local - WINE INCLUDED - 08/08/08 12:08 PM

In the spirit of buying local, I want to share information about a wine I "discovered". It is a product of Ingleside Vineyard on the Northern Neck of Virginia, but bottled under the Chesapeake Wine Company label.

It is great with fresh seafood, like the FRESH FRESH shrimp gifted to … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Move in ready home in Virginia Beach - 08/08/08 11:25 AM

Thanks for reading about my new listing. This is the one I referenced in my earlier post. It is in a terrific location in Virginia Beach and I hope you will come see it on Sunday during the open house! This house has so much new you will be thrilled - … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Colonial Place -- A Historic Norfolk Neighborhod - 08/06/08 02:18 PM

I had the pleasure of helping a wonderful couple sell their first home! It was the home their children were born in and served as their first home purchase! There is only good news about this transaction -- we received an offer in good time, the terms of the offer were fair, … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Sailing with the Dolphins - 08/03/08 10:46 AM

I went for a lazy sail last night with some great friends (and my husband included) and we had the joy of being kept company by a pod of dolphins! At one time we counted at least 20! They jumped, snorted, sprayed water, and generally swam along with us for about … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Phoebus Virginia Heron - 08/02/08 05:27 PM

While on a photography excursion to the quaint waterfront section of Hampton, known as Phoebus, I came across and shot a Heron I haven't seen in this area as often as I see the abundant Blue Herons and Great Egrets. The Heron I shot was a Yellow-crowned night heron, below is a juvenile … (10 comments)

hampton roads: Tax Free Weekend! - 08/01/08 08:05 AM

Hello Everyone,
Just a quick reminder that Tax Free shopping weekend starts today! If you need back to school gear now is the time to get it - It's like saving 5% on your purchases... Plus the selection will be really good -- when you wait it gets really picked over!
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hampton roads: A good week - Restaurant Week in Norfolk! - 07/24/08 03:16 PM

I just wanted to say that I have had a really good week! I had closings on 2 homes I listed for sale in Norfolk. I was able to bring lunch to the sellers and 'crew' of my home for sale in Colonial Place and wish them good luck with their … (0 comments)

hampton roads: 17 Year Low For New Single Family Homes - 07/19/08 06:46 PM

Here is an interesting fact. Construction of single family homes fell to a 17 year low but construction overall rose by 9.1 percent. That is because apartment building, mostly in New York city surged because of a change in buiding codes. For our area of Hampton Roads, new construction starts were … (2 comments)

hampton roads: Laurel Cove Market Update - 1st 1/2 2008 - 07/16/08 06:37 AM

Wow! 9 houses on the market in Laurel Cove! It has been years since we have seen this much activity in the neighborhood! As one of the most affordable communities in Great Neck, Laurel Cove still can boast of low market times and good list price/sales price ratios. Renovated and … (3 comments)

hampton roads: Yippee, New Listings and Buyers - 07/08/08 01:14 PM

Ok, I hope I am not jinxing myself but I received a call today from someone who I have been assisting with buying a home. They were absolutely convinced they wanted to keep their existing home (with its tons of equity) as a rental. But now they are considering listing and … (4 comments)

hampton roads: Energy Efficiency -- a good idea - 07/02/08 08:44 AM

There was an article in today's local paper, the Virginian-Pilot regarding the city of Virginia Beach making strides in energy efficiency improvements. It is this news that gives me hope that our officials are waking up to the positive impacts they can have on our environment.
If you are interested in … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Waterfront Property - Look Here - 07/01/08 04:26 PM

I am looking at numbers again but combining them with one of my favorite things about living in this area... WATER! It is everywhere (but in a good way!) =)

So anyway, back to numbers... Focusing on the southside of Hampton Roads, there are 9922 residential properties currently for sale … (2 comments)

hampton roads: What to do this weekend! - 06/28/08 07:12 PM

I was in the office early this morning before meeting with a client. I overheard a few agents commenting on how there wasn't anything to do this weekend. WOW! Is that possible? Let me list a few options (all air conditioned!)
1. Chrysler museum - new rembrandt etchings exhibit and ANSEL … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Meet the REX MotionMedia Team - 06/28/08 06:38 AM

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hampton roads: Hampton Roads Real Estate Review June 26th 2008 - 06/26/08 12:49 PM

Just wanted to look at some data... I know there are folks out there who like numbers too...
I have some (sort of) pretty charts to share too, but basically what I want to show is that homes, once priced appropriately are selling in a reasonable timeframe and within a reasonable … (4 comments)

hampton roads: Visit Myra's Website for Helpful Real Estate Information! - 06/25/08 09:45 PM

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Send me an email with your contact info for any of the following:
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hampton roads: Marinas and Boat Launches in James City County and Williamsburg, Virginia - 06/21/08 08:11 AM

Williamsburg and James City County are premier locations for boating and fishing enthusiasts to live and visit in Virginia. The James River is just a short distance from the Chesapeake Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway. Marinas near the James River are a wonderful, restful berth for boaters and offer the amenities, … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Elaine VonCannon Estate Specialist in Virginia! - 06/21/08 07:57 AM

Elaine VonCannon, REALTOR Elaine Voncannon is a top producing REALTOR in Williamsburg, Virginia and the surrounding region. She specializes in estate sales and purchases and has designed this site to showcase the highest quality properties available in Virginia today. Elaine Voncannon is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, an Associated Buyer's Representative, … (0 comments)

hampton roads: SERVICE WITH A SMILE: TEAM VONCANNON, CHECK US OUT! - 06/21/08 07:50 AM

Team VonCannon: Discover the Best in Hampton Roads Real Estate Team VonCannon is made up of experienced, trustworthy, handpicked real estate professionals. Elaine VonCannon oversees all daily operations, including property management and investment property sales and purchases in both residential and commercial deals. Elaine works closely with a real estate transaction … (0 comments)

hampton roads: I Need an Agent with a Slow Hand: Buying Luxury Real Estate in Tidewater Virginia - 06/21/08 07:25 AM

Benjamin Franklin once said, "A house is not a home unless it contains food and fire for the mind as well as the body." Buying a house is just one part of purchasing a home. A home is not just the walls, pipes, wood and glass. A home is a style, … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Hampton roads Real Estate - 06/19/08 06:48 AM

What the heck is going on?

Our local newspaper is always doom and gloom. Here we have been run on the roller coaster from up and down great time to buy horrible time to sell. Lower your price; raise your price Im so sick of it. I think I … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Rant averted - 06/18/08 09:05 AM

I had a good rant going... All about the article in this morning's Virginian Pilot about home prices dropping. I had typed in the whole rant and then hit post entry and the site locked me out! Rant narrowly averted! =)
Let me just say... Home prices don't have to drop … (3 comments)

hampton roads: 4 Bedroom Colonial Home in Chesapeake Just Listed! - 06/12/08 08:25 PM

Click Here To View Virtual TourPowered by: ClassifiedFlyerAds.comTina Merritt, Realtor, ePRO, GRI, ASR, QSC, AHWD in Hampton Roads, Virginia serving the cities of: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Isle of Wight Couty and Northeast North Carolina. Long and Foster Oceanfront 317 30th Street, Virginia Beach, VA … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Prices are coming down ! - 05/28/08 11:13 AM

Just lowered the price of a sweet home in Norfolk from 199 to 195500
4741 Lind Street Norfolk Va

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hampton roads: RADAR VS HOTEL - 05/09/08 08:46 AM

You think you have problems building in your city? Imagine if you have a Master Jet Base in the middle of the city. Guess would what happen if Virginia Beach let a 207 foot hotel be built by the oceanfront? The city has no problems, the Navy has no problems but … (1 comments)

hampton roads: New Listing in Newport News - Priced Thousands Below Comparable Homes! - 05/03/08 02:35 PM

Click Here To View Flyer View Flyer Web PageTina Merritt, Realtor, ePRO, GRI, ASR, QSC, AHWD in Hampton Roads, Virginia serving the cities of: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Isle of Wight Couty and Northeast North Carolina. Long and Foster Oceanfront 317 30th Street, Virginia Beach, … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Foreclosures Rise In Hampton Roads - 04/30/08 12:06 PM

The last quarter has seen a rise in foreclosures in the Hampton Roads area. They went up 22% verses 23% for other areas. While this is a healthy increase, Hampton Roads is still low being 84th out of 100 largest metro areas. The area comprises Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Nofolk, Newport News … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Good Idea or Keep My Day Job? - 04/17/08 12:43 PM

Good Idea or Keep My Day Job? (so to speak)

I have been kicking around an idea for several years now about what I would like to do professionally and if it is something that would take off or not and I would love to get some feedback from realtors.
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hampton roads: How Bad is Today's Market, Really........ - 04/03/08 03:33 PM

Every where I go, I keep hearing negative comments about today's Real Estate market. Does anyone believe that maybe we are creating a self-fulfilling prophecy? The more that we speak of negative things, whether it is real estate or anything else, the more negative things will become. I believe that it … (7 comments)

hampton roads: How Bad is Today's Market, Really........ - 04/03/08 03:33 PM

hampton roads: Interesting Article from the WSJ ---Pretty informative - 04/03/08 03:23 PM

Should First-Time Buyers TakeThe Plunge in Today's Market?By Amy Hoak From MarketWatch
CHICAGO -- Everyone likes a bargain. So it's no surprise that as home prices fall in many markets, those who have been priced out of owning a home are beginning to take notice.
And some in the real-estate industry are … (0 comments)

hampton roads: The Foreclosure Mess: Written by June Fletcher WSJ - 04/03/08 03:14 PM

On the Foreclosure MessBy June Fletcher
With foreclosures so often in the news these days, many readers have asked: Where are the best bargains?
The answer isn't cut and dried, because it is difficult to collect and analyze foreclosure data meaningfully. The process of foreclosure is governed at the state level, … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Blogging 101 - 04/02/08 06:42 PM

Here I go. I'm blogging. I think.
Everywhere I go I hear, "Henri, you've got to get a blog" or "Everyone's doing it. You've gotta start blogging" as well as the oh so subtle "Everyone under 40 blogs!", but the best reason I've heard for setting up a blog is "it … (8 comments)

hampton roads: Happy April Fools Day!!! - 04/01/08 10:20 AM

WOW!! With 13 closings in March and 21 in the pipeline for April.........before the month even begins............I am loving Real Estate in Hampton Roads, VA !! Aren't you excited for me?? What the heck happened? After a great three quarters in 2007, I was almost starting to believe the media when … (1 comments)

hampton roads: READ THIS AND GAIN WEALTH AND HAPINESS BEYOND YOUR WILDEST DREAMS!! - 04/01/08 12:25 AM

hampton roads: A "Virginia Slim" Love Story Anyone Could Appreciate!! - 04/01/08 12:15 AM

A Realtor friend of mine called me the other day and was feeling down. I tried to give my friend my full attention, because I, myself, have had episodes of loneliness and despair. So, I listened to hours of tear-filled stories which she claimed to be the cause of this deep, dark, depression, but I … (1 comments)

hampton roads: Do you remember when a smoke was a smoke? - 03/31/08 11:49 PM

hampton roads: Don't You Wish This Was You? - 03/31/08 10:50 PM

hampton roads: HAPPY APRIL 1ST!! - 03/31/08 09:57 PM

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hampton roads: Hampton Roads & Virginia Beach Real Estate Market Trends - 03/19/08 05:26 AM

Hampton Roads & Virginia Beach real estate market to remain steady.
The volume of existing-home sales is expected to hold steady through late spring, with a gradual recovery during the second half of the year as the mortgage situation improves in high-cost areas, according to the latest forecast by the National Association … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Just Reduced! $124,900! - 03/18/08 12:22 PM

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hampton roads: Last Stop... Paris... BEST STOP Hampton Roads Virginia!! - 03/03/08 10:00 AM

When I was a senior in high school most of my classmates took a senior trip to Florida. I went with my French class to Paris France. It was Easter Sunday and a couple of my classmates and I decided to go sightseeing. We headed to the metro to try and … (6 comments)

hampton roads: JUST REDUCED IN SAWYER'S MILL! - 02/28/08 07:05 AM

Beautiful transitional in wonderful Chesapeake neighborhood now for under $300,000! Large, fenced lot with 2 tier-deck on culdesac across from park. HUGE living room with gas fireplace and Pergo-style floor. Updated, eat-in kitchen. Master suite with large closet and garden tub. Seller will paint entire interior in buyer's choice of … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Things are picking up - 01/15/08 10:09 AM

Hello everyone !
Looks like Hampton Roads might be picking up a bit. Well at least for me. Im happy to say the phone has rung a bit more in the past week than before Thanks giving. Im so excited about this yea. I think it will be a rough year … (0 comments)

hampton roads: My House is worth what ? Filming in Norfolk & Virginia Beach - 12/18/07 09:12 AM

My House is Worth What? is coming to Tidewater Virginia
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Want to find out what your home is worth in this hot real estate market? Appear on our television show and get a free evaluation from the experts!
My House is Worth What? is a hot real estate … (0 comments)

hampton roads: A Hampton Roads Holiday! - 12/10/07 10:41 AM

What are your favorite places to enjoy the holidays in Hampton Roads? Growing up in this area, I can remember driving to Richmond to have pictures taken with the Miller & Rhodes Santa. Now that I am married with a child of my own, I love going to Holiday Lights at … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Mr Williamsburg.com Neighborhood statistics for Williamsburg/ James City County Communities - 11/13/07 08:30 AM

I have listed the number of homes currently listed for sale in the following communities as well as the current price ranges . These figures are as of October 2007. If you would like sales statistics for any neighbor hood in Hampton Roads to include Williamsburg, James City County, York County, … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Mr Williamsburg.com Positioning your home/ Listing in a Buyer's Market - 11/09/07 08:12 AM

In a market with so much inventory (absorption rates on the Virginia Peninsula are currently at 6.3 months), how does a seller differentiate their listing from everyone else's? I recommend that sellers think of their property as a product; just like a product on the shelf in the grocery store. Buyers … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Building premits in the area - 07/18/07 06:08 AM

Hello,
Just reading the local paper this am ( Virginia Pilot) According to the business section houseing permits are down by 23% for single family homes. They also noted the vale of those permits are down by 16%, humm I wonder if that means the property cost for a new home is down … (0 comments)

hampton roads: Real Estate Taxes - 05/07/07 05:48 PM

Real Estate Taxes
There has been so much going around these days about our Real Estate taxes in the Hampton Rds region. In the VA pilot on the Thursday May 3rd 2007 had over 600 people at Granby High looking for answers . Norfolk's tax rate is 1.27 per $100 asses … (0 comments)

hampton roads: What do YOU think about the current housing market? - 08/23/06 08:04 PM

I'm curious to know what people, fellow agents and consumers alike, are thinking about the real estate market in their areas.
In the Hampton Roads area that I service, we have seen a increase in listings in our market. BUT, according to stats from our local MLS, we are STILL selling just … (5 comments)

hampton roads: The Times They Are A Changin' - 07/20/06 04:48 PM

June sales statistics for South Hampton Roads are in and what a difference a year makes. This time last year, I was worried if one of my listings was on the market for more than a couple of days. Market times have increased 76% and sales are down by 6% compared to … (2 comments)