Real estate blog entries tagged with tina in virginia

Blog entries tagged with "tina in virginia":

tina in virginia: Twitter in Plain English - 08/22/08 10:51 AM

Here is a great video on the how's, what's and why's of Twitter:

Tina 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 County and Northeast North Carolina. Long … (11 comments)

tina in virginia: The "Experience" of Showing Properties - 08/20/08 09:21 AM

I'll admit it, I do not show properties very often. I am primarily a listing agent so when I show properties to a potential buyer, it is always an "experience" for me. Yesterday, I had one of those "experiences" as I showed properties to a client in the $180,000-$250,000 price range.
… (17 comments)

tina in virginia: Beautifully Renovated Home in Virginia Beach! - 08/04/08 08:54 PM

Click Here To View Flyer View Flyer Web PageContact 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, … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Listed! Almost New Home in Virginia Beach! General Booth Corridor! - 08/04/08 08:41 PM

tina in virginia: Just Reduced! Affordable Home in Virginia Beach! - 08/04/08 08:23 PM

Click Here To View Flyer View Flyer Web Page 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, … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Listed! Affordable Home in Chesapeake! - 08/04/08 08:11 PM

tina in virginia: What is Realseekr.com? - 07/28/08 09:39 AM

Another video interview from Real Estate Connect in San Francisco last week. So many incredible people and companies......
Realseekr.com is a real estate networking, educating and promotion site. You can manually upload listings or they have agreements for feeds with many MLS systems. It is free to join and well, after … (15 comments)

tina in virginia: What is T-Rex Global? - 07/27/08 06:47 PM

While I was at REConnect in San Francisco, I had the pleasure of finally meeting the guys from T-Rex Global. I have been using their free products for investors with great success and it was so wonderful to put a face to the name. If you haven't tried their products, I … (3 comments)

tina in virginia: What is Zipvo? - 07/26/08 05:24 PM

I met so many incredible and talented people at Connect. 3 of my favorites were the guys from Boston: Greg, James and Patrick from Zipvo.com. They have a great platform for uploading, creating and showcasing your real estate videos and best of all......it's FREE! Here is my video interview with Greg … (16 comments)

tina in virginia: Aeries on the Bay Neighborhood Open House! Sunday, 7/27 1pm-3pm! - 07/26/08 04:35 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 County and Northeast North Carolina. Long and Foster Oceanfront 317 30th Street, Virginia Beach, … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: It's Blueberry Season in Virginia Beach! - 07/17/08 09:38 PM

Everyone knows that Pungo is the place to go strawberry picking in the spring, but did you know it's also the place to go for blueberries in the summer?
Pungo Blueberries is a large blueberry farm featuring lots of bushes with lots and lots of blueberries!
Blueberry picking is great fun … (6 comments)

tina in virginia: Catch the Summer Reading Bug in Virginia Beach! - 07/16/08 06:35 AM

** SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT for Summer Reading Program 2008 **Believe it or not, summer vacation is halfway over! Children have just alittle over a month left to *Catch the Reading Bug* and complete their libraryreading logs before the Reading Bug flies away at 5:00 P.M. on Saturday, August16th.

Click here to find … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: 10 Ways to Get Your Short Sale Rejected - 07/15/08 05:53 PM

Will "Short sale" become the "it" phrase for 2008? Only time will tell.......
Here are some surefire ways to get your short sale rejected:
1. Have your agent or attorney write your hardship letter.
2. Don't fully complete your short sale package.
3. Don't be willing to relinquish assets.
4. Show … (6 comments)

tina in virginia: The Happy Dance - 07/10/08 06:48 PM

If you have not seen this on YouTube already, you need to watch it. I guarantee it will put a smile on your face!!!!!

Tina in Virginia
Tina Merritt, Realtor, ePRO, GRI, ASR, QSC, AHWD in Hampton Roads, Virginia serving the cities of: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, … (7 comments)

tina in virginia: Lake Smith Condominiums - Market Report 1st 1/2 2008 - 07/10/08 09:14 AM

As you can see, there have been 5 sales in Lake Smith condos so far this year. Average market time for the sold listings is about 75 days. There are quite a few homes currently on the market which makes competitive pricing a necessity. Recent sales prices have been right … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Tidewater Hokie Club Football Kickoff Dinner - 07/10/08 07:51 AM

The Tidewater Hokie Club is hosting the first Football Kickoff Dinner Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008 sponsored by State Farm Insurance.
Special guests include:
Frank Beamer, Charles Steger, Jim Weaver, Bill Roth and the Hokie Bird!
The dinner will be held at 7pm at the Holiday Inn Executive Center at 5655 Greenwich … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: CREST is NOT Just for Brushing Teeth! It Can Help Us Blog!!!! - 07/08/08 05:30 PM

The wonderful Ben Martin, the wise webinator for the Virginia Association of Realtors, asked me to post a blog about their CREST survey. CREST stands for Center for Real Estate and Social Technologies.

The more who participate in the survey, the better they will be able to compile comprehensive data. … (17 comments)

tina in virginia: 10 Ways to Market Yourself Over 4th of July Weekend! - 06/30/08 08:32 PM

Happy Birthday America!
Remember, while watching neighborhood parades, enjoying cookouts and spending time with friends and neighbors.....this is a great time to build your SOI and work on getting some referrals for fall closings!!!!
1. Sponsor a vehicle (be it a bike, wagon, trailer or car) in a parade. Offer to … (16 comments)

tina in virginia: Virginia Dominion Power to Raise Rates 18% on July 1! - 06/27/08 10:06 PM

Virginia Dominion Power received authorization today to increase our electric rates by 18%. This increase goes into effect on Tuesday, July 1st.
High gas prices.....food costs going up.......real estate values decreasing.....what to do? Well, here are some ways to save on your electric/natural gas bills:

1. Make sure your air … (6 comments)

tina in virginia: 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)

tina in virginia: 4 Bedroom Home Just Reduced in Chesapeake! - 06/10/08 06:59 AM

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, … (1 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Reduced! Condo in Virginia Beach! - 06/08/08 08:45 AM

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, … (1 comments)

tina in virginia: Condo Just Listed in Virginia Beach! - 06/08/08 08:37 AM

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)

tina in virginia: Home Just Listed in Castleton, Virginia Beach, Virginia - 05/20/08 08:55 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)

tina in virginia: Meet Our Makeover2Takeover Team! - 05/17/08 08:41 AM

When I saw the Makeover2Takeover Contest posted, Myra Spano immediately came to my mind. Myra started as a new agent in our office about the same time I accepted my current position with Long and Foster.
Myra's enthusiasm and love for life is contagious! Her glass is ALWAYS 1/2 full and … (13 comments)

tina in virginia: Make an Offer on this Property in Smithfield! - 05/03/08 03:53 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, … (4 comments)

tina in virginia: Virginia Beach Condo Just Reduced! - 05/03/08 03:19 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, … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: AFFORDABLE HOME JUST LISTED IN WILLIAMSBURG! - 05/03/08 03:13 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)

tina in virginia: 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)

tina in virginia: Laurel Cove Market Update - 05/02/08 06:44 AM

This is the Laurel Cove market update for May, 2008. Sales are only shown for the past 6 months. Listings are shown for the past year. For more information on Laurel Cove and Virginia Beach Real Estate, please contact Tina Merritt.
Tina Merritt, Realtor, ePRO, GRI, ASR, QSC, AHWD in Hampton Roads, … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: Yes, You CAN Still Get Milk Delivered to Your Door! - 04/30/08 07:13 PM

Oh Hampton Roads, we are so VERY lucky!!!!
Yoder Dairies, a locally owned and operated dairy in Virginia Beach still makes home deliveries!!!!
Yoder Dairies has been serving our community since 1929, when Eli and Elmer Yoder, two Amish farmers from Kempsville, Virginia, began what would eventually grow into the present day dairy. The … (13 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Reduced Home in Portsmouth, Virginia - 04/30/08 07:01 AM

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, … (1 comments)

tina in virginia: Pimp Your Listing Flyers! - 04/25/08 08:00 AM

This post is LONG overdue!
The awesome girls over at Classified Flyer Ads featured me in their April newsletter and I am just now thanking them. Shame on me!
WHY I LOVE Classified Flyer Ads!!!!!!!
Many of us use some sort of interactive flyer program so we can post interactive flyers of our listings. … (22 comments)

tina in virginia: The Bank Doesn't ALWAYS Decide to Foreclose! - 04/24/08 03:19 PM

I had a very interesting conversation yesterday with a bank manager at a very large bank. When our conversation turned to foreclosures, it was really interesting to hear the "bank perspective" on the current situation.
He told me that some states have a foreclosure "recission" period where the bank can decide they don't … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: Adorable and Affordable Home in Norfolk Virginia - 04/23/08 11:21 AM

Tina 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 23451. Office: 757.428.4600, Direct: 757.287.6338, Email: tina@tinamerritt.com, … (1 comments)

tina in virginia: Are You a Jotter? - 04/23/08 09:04 AM

Do you Jott?
What is Jott?
Why do I love Jott?

Jott is a voice to text service that makes staying organized and in touch easy. Jott allows consumers to easily and safely send emails and text messages, set reminders, organize lists, and post to web services with their voice. Best of all....JOTT IS … (6 comments)

tina in virginia: Much Larger Then it Appears! - 04/22/08 09:20 PM

tina in virginia: Just Reduced in Smithfield! - 04/20/08 05:32 PM

tina in virginia: Tidewater Hokie Club Golf Tournament - 04/17/08 10:10 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)

tina in virginia: The Spring Game is FREE! - 04/12/08 08:12 PM

I can't believe it! My husband showed me today that some scammers are trying to sell tickets to the Virginia Tech Spring Football Game!!!!
To set the record straight for those who may not know otherwise. This Spring Game is FREE to the public! No tickets are necessary!!!!!
The Spring Football Game … (7 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Listed in Cape Henry Shores! - 04/11/08 10:06 PM

Click Here To View Flyer View Flyer Web Page Tina 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 … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Listed in Portsmouth! - 04/09/08 07:34 PM

Click Here To View Flyer View Flyer Web Page Tina 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 … (1 comments)

tina in virginia: Top 8 Reasons Why Your House Won't Sell - 04/05/08 08:09 AM

Many sellers in this market have the "It's not me, it's you" mentality. Bottom line is, it's your house and no one cares about getting it sold more than you do. Here are the top 8 reasons why your house isn't selling:
It's overpriced. It doesn't matter what you paid for it. … (16 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Listed in Kings Grant! - 04/02/08 09:17 PM

Click Here To View Flyer View Flyer Web PageFor more information, contact Tina Merritt, Realtor in Hampton Roads serving the cities of: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Isle of Wight County and Northeast North Carolina. Long and Foster Real Estate at the Oceanfront. 317 30th Street, … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Is Your House Showing Wrinkles????? - 03/26/08 02:30 PM

Just face it, we are in the era of posting everything on the internet. In order to successfully market your home, your real estate agent should have your home professionally photographed and post it to multiple websites. Those pictures will be seen by thousands of individuals.
Now, if it were YOUR … (9 comments)

tina in virginia: Staging Simply....What a Great Idea! - 03/24/08 03:55 PM

I recently used a new company to stage one of my vacant listings...StagingSimply.com.
WOW! These guys are wonderful! They came out the day after I called and charged just $299.95 for my vacant listing!
This is not your "typical" staging and Staging Simply tells you right off the bat that they are not … (8 comments)

tina in virginia: WONDERFUL LAUREL COVE! - 03/22/08 12:39 PM

Laurel Cove is an established neighborhood built in the 1970's. The neighborhood extends from the intersection of Great Neck and First Colonial Rd. west to the Lynnhaven River. Click here for a satellite view.
The neighborhoods of Laurel Cove, Laurel Cove East and Eastwood Manor all form the Laurel Cove Civic … (1 comments)

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Like me, if you have problems formatting your printer to print web pages correctly, there is a solution! Oh yeah - it's FREE too!
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Tina in Virginia
… (1 comments)

tina in virginia: Thank You, Naoma! - 03/19/08 11:13 AM

This posting is long overdue, but better late than never - right?
Thank you, Naoma Doriguzzi with Wachovia Mortgage for taking time out of your busy day to share your blogging expertise with our Internet Marketing Class at the Long and Foster Oceanfront Office!!!!!
The lending industry seems to still be in the … (4 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Reduced! $124,900! - 03/18/08 12:22 PM

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tina in virginia: HOUSES ON SALE!!!!! - 03/13/08 11:29 AM

Did you know that houses are not only for sale right now, but there are many ON SALE and some even on CLEARANCE?!?! As the inventory of homes grows, the law of economics dictates that prices will drop...and they are. Now, not all sellers realize and/or accept this. There is still … (3 comments)

tina in virginia: You Know It's Time to Get a New Picture When....... - 03/10/08 06:55 PM

My son has never been one to be shy about what he is thinking. I just about jumped down the elevator shaft when he said to a gentleman today, "You have a nice big belly just like Santa Claus!"
Well, I really wasn't planning on writing another blog post today but I … (12 comments)

tina in virginia: JUST REDUCED IN GREAT BRIDGE! - 03/09/08 10:08 AM

648 Luther St., Chesapeake, VA 23322$199,900, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Grassfield School District
Click Here To View Virtual TourPowered by: ClassifiedFlyerAds.comTina Merritt, RealtorGRI, ePRO, ASR, AHWD, QSC
Long and Foster Real EstateThe Oceanfront Office317 30th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451Direct: 757-287-6338Email: tina@tinamerritt.comWeb: www.tinamerritt.comBlog: www.hrrealestate.blogspot.com
Real Estate Broker Licensed in North CarolinaReal Estate … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: JUST LISTED IN SMITHFIELD HEIGHTS! - 03/09/08 09:32 AM

13477 Melissa Drive, Smithfield, VA 23430$144,900, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
Click Here To View Virtual TourPowered by: ClassifiedFlyerAds.com Tina Merritt, RealtorGRI, ePRO, ASR, AHWD, QSC
Long and Foster Real EstateThe Oceanfront Office317 30th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451Direct: 757-287-6338Email: tina@tinamerritt.comWeb: www.tinamerritt.comBlog: www.hrrealestate.blogspot.com
Real Estate Broker Licensed in North CarolinaReal Estate Agent Licensed … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: JUST REDUCED IN PORTSMOUTH! - 03/09/08 09:24 AM

33 Royal Street, Portsmouth, VA 23702$129,900, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
Click Here To View Virtual TourPowered by: ClassifiedFlyerAds.comTina Merritt, RealtorGRI, ePRO, ASR, AHWD, QSC
Long and Foster Real EstateThe Oceanfront Office317 30th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451Direct: 757-287-6338Email: tina@tinamerritt.comWeb: www.tinamerritt.comBlog: www.hrrealestate.blogspot.com
Real Estate Broker Licensed in North CarolinaReal Estate Agent Licensed in Virginia
Equal … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: JUST REDUCED IN POQUOSON! - 03/09/08 09:19 AM

41 Messick Rd., Poquoson, VA 23662$229,900, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
Click Here To View Virtual TourPowered by: ClassifiedFlyerAds.comTina Merritt, RealtorGRI, ePRO, ASR, AHWD, QSC
Long and Foster Real EstateThe Oceanfront Office317 30th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451Direct: 757-287-6338Email: tina@tinamerritt.comWeb: www.tinamerritt.comBlog: www.hrrealestate.blogspot.com
Real Estate Broker Licensed in North CarolinaReal Estate Agent Licensed in … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: YellowPages.com????? - 03/06/08 10:31 PM

Has anyone advertised with them?????
I met with a rep yesterday who showed me hits (clicks) of approx. 1000/mo. which doesn't impress me. That is for our entire metro area.
No individual website. Not many feeds. Some Google-friendly SEO. About $200/mo.
I don't see the value but as usual, will defer to my AR peeps. … (4 comments)

tina in virginia: I Cut the Umbilical Cord - 03/06/08 12:36 PM

I had to say "goodbye" to a longtime friend today.
This friend and I met back in 1992 and used to communicate only via a phone line. We've grown together since then and our lives have both changed greatly over the years. Our friendship grew as our time together went from just … (21 comments)

tina in virginia: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Under $180,000! - 02/28/08 10:44 PM

4 Bedrooms, 2 Updated Bathrooms, 1756 sq. ft., .12 acre, new eat-in kitchen, new hvac, new hot water heater, new windows, new carpet, freshly painted, 1 year home warranty and more! Spacious master suite upstairs with walk-in closet and new bathroom. Fenced yard. Quiet, well kept street in convenient area. … (1 comments)

tina in virginia: 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)

tina in virginia: Do You iGoogle? - 02/25/08 07:57 AM

Have you had a chance to take a look at iGoogle?
iGoogle is a FREE interactive homepage that allows for great personalization and viewing of all of your other Google applications. It is web based so it can be viewed from any computer.
You can personalize with a multitude of themes from beaches to sports to … (8 comments)

tina in virginia: GREAT BUY IN GREAT BRIDGE! - 02/21/08 09:06 PM

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tina in virginia: JUST LISTED IN WESTHAVEN! - 02/21/08 09:04 PM

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tina in virginia: Do You LOVE Children's Books? - 02/21/08 02:10 PM

Remember these?????
Renew your LOVE for these and other Children's classics by volunteering at REACH, Inc.!
Reach, Inc. is looking for volunteers to support their literacy services for homeless children throughout South Hampton Roads. They have needs for many types of volunteers from office staff to readers to book sorters.
Reach, Inc. also supports … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Have You Been to Prav's World? - 02/20/08 07:16 AM

If you have not already visited, I highly recommend it. It's a trip worth taking - you will be enlightened, inspired and leave feeling refreshed. If you are a manager or trainer, you will find great motivation tools in this world. I urge you to join today and venture through the … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia - 02/19/08 05:29 PM

This is really an awesome sight to watch if you've never had the chance...very fascinating.Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
1. How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the tomb of the Unknowns and why? 21 steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the hig hest … (8 comments)

tina in virginia: HELLO VIRGINIA BEACH! - 02/14/08 10:51 AM

I have a new Virginia Beach information sharing site!
Please visit: http://www.squidoo.com/23451/TinaMerritt-knows-23451

Give your opinion on Jet Noise, share your favorite place to have lunch or post your upcoming area event all for free!
Virginia Beach, Virginia - what a wonderful place to live! Mild winters, breezy summers and much more to do … (2 comments)

tina in virginia: IT'S YOUR SPACE....CARE FOR IT, ENJOY IT, LOVE IT - 02/12/08 07:35 PM

Decreased values....mortgage defaults....short sales...depressed markets....

I just returned to the U.S. after living in India for the past 2 1/2 months. I witnessed people living in makeshift tents - no utilities, no privacy, dirt floor, etc. But, they were PROUD of what they had and GRATEFUL for the shelter.
We are so fortunate in … (3 comments)

tina in virginia: 2008 VIRGINIA TECH FOOTBALL SCHEDULE - 02/09/08 06:24 AM

The 2008 Virginia Tech fall football schedule is out!
8/30    vs. East Carolina (Charlotte, NC)
9/6     Furman
9/13    Georgia Tech
9/20    at North Carolina
9/27    at Nebraska
10/4    Western Kentucky
10/18 at Boston College
10/25 at Florida State
11/6    Maryland
11/13 at Miami
11/22 Duke
11/29 Virginia
Once the season tickets go out in late July, the ticket office will offer any available … (10 comments)

tina in virginia: DOES ANYONE HAVE A GREAT MLS SYSTEM????? - 02/09/08 05:40 AM

As I was posting to my used-by-about-7-agents-regularly MLS forum today, I though about how much more user friendly our MLS system could be.
So, my question is....does anyone out there have a great interactive agent-friendly MLS?
Some examples of what I am looking for are:
Ability to upload unlimited picturesAbility to upload property video … (8 comments)

tina in virginia: The pride of homeownership - 02/02/08 04:43 AM

The Pride of Homeownership
There seems to be something missing in all of the media discussions regarding the recent housing "crisis". It has nothing to do with short sales, adjustable rate or interest only mortages, deflated prices or the number of foreclosures. It has to do with pride. Where is the pride … (7 comments)

tina in virginia: NEW LISTING IN POQUOSON! - 01/29/08 11:57 PM

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tina in virginia: JUST LISTED IN AERIES ON THE BAY! - 01/25/08 08:43 AM

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tina in virginia: Just Reduced - Motivated Seller Says "Bring All Offers" - 01/24/08 04:42 AM

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tina in virginia: Tracking Gas Prices in Virginia Beach - 01/23/08 07:12 AM

I remember back when we had the gas crisis during the Carter Administration. I remember sitting in the line at the gas station with my Dad hoping they still had gas when it was our turn. I remember my parents talking to their friends about having gas stolen out of their … (4 comments)

tina in virginia: Are you at risk for flooding? - 01/21/08 08:09 AM

Just because the previous and/or current owner of your home is not required to have flood insurance does not mean you will not be required to get it. Flooding is the #1 natural disaster and most insurance policies do not cover flood damage. In addition, if you are in an area … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: New Listing in Camellia Gardens! - 01/19/08 01:19 AM

tina in virginia: Interviewing Listing Agents? Here are Some Questions to Ask.... - 01/15/08 03:52 PM

In today's market, 85% of all buyers are using the internet to search for homes. Unfortunately, not all agents are using the internet to extensively market their listings. Here are some questions to ask when interviewing agents. A good, internet-literate agent will be able to answer these questions with relative ease.
What … (4 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Reduced in Portsmouth! - 01/14/08 01:21 PM

tina in virginia: 4 Bd/2Bth Just Reduced in Norfolk! - 01/14/08 12:19 PM

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tina in virginia: Finally! A Mortgage that Includes Fix Up Costs! - 01/14/08 12:15 PM

Hooray! VHDA (Virginia Housing Development Authority) has come out with a new mortgage which permits the buyer to "roll in" up to 5% of the purchase price for upgrades/repairs. Here are the details:
The Home Enhancer Loan
Program Name: VHDA Flex/Alt Home Enhancer 105%

Benefits: One mortgage (no second mortgage/no home equity line necessary)
                … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Irish Music Coming To Hampton Roads! - 01/13/08 11:21 PM

Coming March 11th, 2008 to the Ferguson Center for the Arts.....The Irish Rovers! If you are a fan of traditional Irish music, this will be a great concert. The Irish Rovers were formed in the 1960's and still have 3 original members. If you have ever visited Ireland and fondly remember … (0 comments)

tina in virginia: Just Listed in Chesapeake! - 01/08/08 11:02 AM

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tina in virginia: Great Buy in Norfolk! Totally Renovated! - 01/08/08 09:18 AM

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tina in virginia: Christmas in India and the Middle East - A Love Story - 12/21/07 08:33 AM

The call came in the middle of October. "Just say no" he said. "Say no to what?" was her reply as she multitasked and didn't pay too much attention to what he was saying. "Just say no" he said again. "The company has asked me to go to India for 3 … (3 comments)

tina in virginia: Owner Financing Available! Norfolk Apartment Complex! - 12/19/07 06:42 AM

tina in virginia: Waterfront in Suffolk $279,900! - 12/19/07 05:12 AM

Waterfront in Suffolk!
127 Woodlake TerraceSuffolk, VA 23434
Price: $279,900Main Features:4 Bedrooms,2 Bathrooms,1 Partial Bathroom,Interior: 2300 sqft,Lot: 0.60 acre(s)
More Info: http://listings.realbird.com/Real_Estate/Suffolk/VA/8639.aspx
Description:Beautiful Colonial w/HUGE lot on the lake. Pleasant, Peaceful, views of the lake from many rooms! Recently re-placed carpet. Laminate Hardwood in kitchen and foyer. HUGE liv room w/fireplace. 2 Car … (0 comments)

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