richmond real estate: Richmond VA Home Selling Process
- 09/28/12 12:44 AM
Have you been considering putting your home on the Richmond real estate market but are not sure where to begin? Here is a brief video outlining the process from start to finish! Want to find out more on how you can move on with your life to bigger and better things by achieving your goal of selling your Richmond area home? Contact Shannon Milligan, your Richmond Realtor at Home Sweet Henrico with Keller Williams Realty Richmond West, today! Originally published at: http://homesearchrichmondva.com/richmond-home-selling-process/ … (7 comments)
richmond real estate: Richmond Sellers Pre-Listing Strategy
- 08/23/12 10:56 PM
Have you ever heard the phrase, "It's best to play to win than playing not to lose?" I use this quote often when speaking with Richmond home sellers. Any successful business owner, star athlete, or driver's ed teacher will tell you it is better to be on the offense than the defense no matter what field you are in. The same holds true for real estate. When a Richmond home seller has a solid playbook for selling their house, they don't have to rely on the defense to keep them from losing. Below is a sample Richmond sellers pre-listing strategy that … (8 comments)
richmond real estate: What's More Important: Broker or Agent? Keller Williams Realty Named#1
- 08/21/12 04:50 AM
It has often been debated as to whether the name of the company a Realtor belongs to has any bearing on the quality of the agent and the outcome they produce. While I have always believed in the merits of an individual agent, no matter what firm they are affiliated with, was of substantial importance, I don't discount that the Brokerage they are working for DOES have a GREAT impact on said agent. Just this month J.D. Power and Associates released their findings on home buyer and home seller customer satisfaction, naming Keller Williams Realty NUMBER ONE in both categories! … (9 comments)
richmond real estate: 3.8% Real Estate Tax Myth
- 08/13/12 08:07 AM
3.8% Real Estate Tax Myth Have you heard the "rumor" about the 3.8% real estate tax? If not, then please allow me, your Richmond Realtor, to try and explain what it REALLY is rather than what the masses are making it out to be. You know how it goes at a party: one person will whisper something to another, and then they relay that information to a friend, that friend tells someone else and by the time it gets back to the originator, the story is fiction based on fact. Thus, the 3.8% real estate tax myth. Is there a 3.8% … (11 comments)
So your house has been on the Richmond real estate market for 3 or 4 weeks now and you have had little to no showings. In my opinion, either the condition of your house is not up to the standards of other Richmond homes for sale in your price range, or the home is not properly priced for the market TODAY. Worst case scenario, it is both. For this post, I am going to focus on price. Let's say the condition of the property is fabulous and you have been receiving a fair amount of showings, but no … (5 comments)
Ok, so I can't say definitively that Carytown Burgers & Fries is Richmond's Best Burger as I have not consumed every hamburger in the Richmond Virginia Metro Area. However, I can say that it has been voted #1 in Richmond for over a decade and they are pretty darn good! The atmosphere isn't fancy. It is what Guy Fieri would probably classify as a "dive" but in the best sense of the word. You walk through the old door and encounter an equally old counter where the staff asks you if you will be seated upstairs, in the small … (8 comments)
It is another scorcher today in Richmond Virginia and many will be heading to The James River for some cool relief. If you are new to Richmond, aka the RVA, or just never had the chance to explore all the great adventures The River has to offer, below you will find a small list of things to do on the James River in Richmond: Swimming in The James River: there is nothing like splashing around in The James River on a hot day! Pony Pastures or the 42nd Street Rocks are just a few great areas for swimming. Be … (6 comments)
I know, I can’t believe it either! Summer will be gone in a blink of an eye and it will be back-to-school season before we know it! Many Richmond home buyers make their move during the summer so once school is back in session, most of the stress of moving has been long gone! In this 3 part series, your Richmond Realtor has teamed up with theNeatNiche, professional organizing services in Richmond, to provide you with a plan to make your Richmond move a smooth one!
I was to hold an open house yesterday, but I didn't get the chance to because the home sold within hours of going on the Henrico County Real Estate market. That is a GREAT thing! However, it left me with some unexpected free time so I took the opportunity to attend some other Richmond open houses. My husband accompanied me to a beautiful home listed in our very own Glen Allen, Virginia subdivision. Our neighborhood is made up of single family homes and we currently have 4 active listings and 3 pending, according … (5 comments)
I have always had a little crush on Matt Damon. I am not exactly sure why, but I think it's because he represents the "every day man" to me. Never having the pleasure to meet him, I can't be sure of this, but my expectation would be a man who takes the time to say hello, who would appreciate being appreciated, and who is humble. I recently watched "We Bought a Zoo." If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend this movie. It is a great family friendly film that … (27 comments)
“Welcome home, neighbor,” is probably the greeting you will receive once you buy a Westover Hills home for sale in Richmond. With a keen eye on building a real sense of community, Westover Hills residents have established a unique and maybe a little Mayberry mixed with a touch of urban feel to their neighborhood. How so? Let me count the ways. Upon arrival to your new Westover Hills home, you will receive a welcome bag with information detailing the history of Westover Hills, highlights on local businesses and restaurants, and even coupons to … (0 comments)
The other day we were expecting company and our home was a mess. My husband and I were running around like crazy throwing things into closets, cleaning all visible surfaces as fast as we could, and made one room "off limits," otherwise known as our "Fake House Room." Does this sound familiar to you? It should! In the award winning television comedy, “Everybody Loves Raymond”, there is an episode where Debra is running around the house hiding and cleaning things and yelling at Ray to help her out. He can't figure … (21 comments)
Areas: 10, 20, 30, 50, 60 – January 1, 2011-June 21, 2011 *All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. What does this mean? Richmond home sellersare receiving approximately 95% of their list price, which is equal to where is was last year in the Richmond Real Estate market. Home values may have dropped slightly, but so have days on market. Remember, real estate is local, down to not just the general area, but specific neighborhoods as well. This information does not include areas such as Henrico County, Chesterfield County, Goochland County, etc. If you … (5 comments)
About a year ago I was given a book called "Fireflies in December" written by local Richmond, Virginia author Jennifer Erin Valent. That book stayed in my husband's car for literally a year. Those that know me understand that I LOVE to read. However, I rarely get the luxury of time to sit down with a good book. So, about once a year on our vacation I will cram in as many books as I possibly can and then wait another 365 days until I can get my fix again! My family recently took a … (2 comments)
Once again, Regal Cinemas, United Artists, and the Edwards Theatres are coming to the rescue of desperate moms, dads, and sitters alike with affordable movie entertainment with their Summer Movie Express series! Select G and PG movies will be offered every Tuesday and Wednesday, beginning June 19th and running through August 15th at 10am for just $1 per person! (A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute!) Local participating Richmond Theatre's include: *Southpark Mall Stadium 20 *Virginia Center Stadium 20 *Commonwealth Center Stadium 20 & IM *Westchester Commons Stadium 16 … (6 comments)
Hey Richmonders! Did you know that Ikea and Ideabox are teaming up together to sell "modular, pre-fab, fully furnished homes?" I sure as heck didn't until I read the June/July 2012 Commonwealth Magazine by the Virginia Association of Realtors. According to the article, the Activ Home will be approximately 745sqft and will be going GREEN with Energy Star appliances, energy saving toilets, and the latest in modern materials. In addition, the home will boast Abstrakt cabinets, Tundra Maple flooring, and Pax wardrobes! Oh, and the price? Under $100K! As mentioned in the story, the concept … (0 comments)
Everyone has different reasons on why they enter into home ownership - as varied as diamonds. So, when I read a recent National Housing Survey from Fannie Mae, I found it interesting all the different responses people gave as to why they wanted their slice of the American Dream. Below are the results of the survey published in the June/July 2012 issue of Commonwealth Magazine by the Virginia Association of Realtors: #1. "It means having a good place to raise children and provide them with a good education." Over 80% said it was … (0 comments)
richmond real estate: Richmond.com Uncorked 2012 Event
- 06/06/12 03:01 AM
Richmond.com Uncorked 2012 Event Who is ready to get Uncorked and sample some of the best wine and food the RVA has to offer? I know I am! The popular Richmond.com Uncorked event will be held on June 16th, 2012 from 11am until 5pm at the Virginia Historical Society in the stunning Museum District! Tickets are available in advance for $12 and are $15 at the gate. Included in your admission is wine sampling and even a souvenir glass! Don't drink but don't want to miss out on the other fun like the live music and great local artists? Designated driver … (2 comments)
richmond real estate: Richmond Real Estate: What Should I Bring to Closing?
- 06/04/12 12:09 PM
Richmond Real Estate: What Should I Bring to Closing? You've done the work. You've jumped through your hoops. The prize at the end of the race is in sight. So, what do you need to bring to close on your new, or old, Richmond home? According to Title Alliance of Richmond, you should bring the following documents with you for closing: The Buyer: *Photo identification for all parties involved in the transaction. *A cashier's check or a certified check for any balances due at settlement. (Bank wiring arrangements can be made several days prior to settlement) *Proof of fire insurance and … (2 comments)
richmond real estate: Richmond's Broad Appetit 2012
- 05/31/12 03:51 AM
Richmond's Broad Appetit 2012 It's that time of year again to let yourself go for one day and indulge in the culinary delights of some of Richmond's finest local restaurants! It all takes place on Sunday, June 3rd from 11am until 6pm at 100-300 E. Broad Street. Sampling is just $3 per plate and the event benefits our local Central Virginia Food Bank and Meals on Wheels. In addition, you will be delighted to find a local farmers market, fabulous music, and special finds from many talented Richmond vendors! For more information, such as who is going to be in attendance … (6 comments)
Shannon Milligan,your Richmond VA real estate agent at the RVA Home Team with eXp Realty, is bringing you around the bases in the Metro Richmond Real Estate market. www.RVAHomeTeam.com
Have you been considering putting your home on the Richmond real estate market but are not sure where to begin? Here is a brief video outlining the process from start to finish! 
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