real estate in richmond va: BUYING REMAINS 36% CHEAPER THAN RENTING!
- 08/11/16 11:45 PM
In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers actually show that the range is an average of 5% less expensive in Orange County (CA) all the way up to 46% in Houston (TX), and 36% Nationwide! A recent study by GoBankingRates looked at the cost of renting vs. owing a home at the state level and concluded that in 36 states it is actually ‘a little’ or ‘a lot’ cheaper to own, represented by the two shades of … (1 comments)
real estate in richmond va: BACKYARD BARBECUES – 5 INSPECTIONS TO MAKE BEFORE YOUR NEXT ONE
- 07/28/16 01:37 AM
We are well into summer and you have hosted some great barbeques and parties on your patio or deck. Have you made your backyard as safe and inviting as it can be? Does it look ready for your next party? Here are 5 tips for creating a worry free outdoor get-together.
1. Inspect Your Deck
At any backyard party the deck is where you will find most of the action. Make certain it is clean of debris, splinters, nail popups, loose railing posts, and loose floor boards. Repair or replace if needed. It might also be time for a good cleaning, staining and … (1 comments)
real estate in richmond va: CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SELLER
- 07/27/16 01:51 AM
This adorable #Lakeside home closed yesterday and I couldn't be happier for our seller! We received a whopping 10 offers within the first day of showings and ended up selling for $15k OVER the asking price! We were selective with which offer we chose and couldn't have made a better choice because the transaction was as smooth as can be! Thank you Erin for being such a pleasure to work with and for allowing us to help guide you through this very successful sale. … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: FOR SALE - 6083 HAVENVIEW DRIVE, MECHANICSVILLE VA 23111
- 06/08/16 12:18 AM
Welcome to 6083 Havenview Dr located in the beautiful community of Pebble Creek! This well-maintained home is move-in ready & offers plenty of space for living & entertaining. The main level features hardwood floors throughout with large formal spaces such as a dining room with chair rail & crown molding and a spacious formal living room which also works great as an office! The family room is spacious and is the perfect place to gather by the gas fireplace. In the kitchen you’ll find a large eat-in area with bay window, granite countertops, maple cabinets, tile backsplash, stainless steel gas stove and … (4 comments)
real estate in richmond va: RENOVATE OR BUILD? THE PROS AND CONS OF BOTH
- 04/28/16 10:50 PM
When you decide to buy a house, you'll have to make a number of important choices, Among the first of these is whether to buy a fixer upper or new construction. Each approach has pros and cons, and choosing which way to go is a highly personal decision.
New construction is the go-to-choice for many buyers. Many of these properties are move-in ready, so if time is of the essence, then this may be the way to go. Some builders give buyers the opportunity to customize the new construction to a degree. For instance, you may be able to choose wall colors, some flooring or … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO SELL MY HOME IN RICHMOND VA?
- 04/19/16 02:16 AM
Selling a home can cost more than you expect. Of course you plan for the sales commissions and closing costs, but that could just be just the beginning. Unexpected costs can happen at all stages of the process, and planning for these “unexpected” costs can help you mitigate the effect these can have on your profits. You might even be able to avoid some of the costs of selling by preparing in advance.
Pre-listing Expenses Before placing your home on the market, you will need to prepare for the sale. A little time and investment in the beginning can save you thousands of … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: OPEN HOUSE Sunday 4-17 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- 04/15/16 01:16 AM
JUST LISTED IN MOSLEY VA.- 6900 WINTERS PREY TRAIL This Home Will Take Your Breath Away! Built with Love and Loaded with Upgrades, this Stunning, Better-Than-New, Brick-Front Transitional is everything you want and more! The Grand 2-Story Foyer welcomes you as you notice the remarkable attention to detail found throughout. To the right is an open living room wwith arched windows, bay window and crown molding. The formal dining room with tray ceiling and chair rail molding leads into the DREAM kitchen with TONS of cabinets, granite countertops, oversized Island with glass cabinets, Stainless Steel appliances and a beautiful morning room with cathedral … (2 comments)
real estate in richmond va: FOR SALE - 3033 CHARTWOOD DRIVE, SANDSTON VA. 23150
- 04/11/16 01:00 AM
Welcome Home! This Gorgeous 5 Bedroom, 2-Story Transitional Located in a Quiet Sidewalk Community has so much to offer! With great curb appeal, side-entry 2 car garage & front country porch you'll fall in love at first sight!
Upon entering you'll notice gorgeous NEW Hardwoods throughout the entire first floor plus NEW Paint throughout the entire house. There are formal dining and living spaces to your left and right and the family room is open to the kitchen & features a gas fireplace.
The kitchen has been fully renovated with New Tile Floors, New Countertops w/ Peninsula, New Custom 42 Cabinets, New Tile … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: Looking for a Restoration or a Renovation?
- 04/05/16 04:04 AM
Should you RENOVATE, or RESTORE? Over time, all Richmond, Virginia homes require some maintenance work. At times they require significant work. These homes are often listed as “fixer” properties. Depending on the age, style and location of the home, you might consider a restoration project instead of renovating the property. That 1950s vintage avocado green oven might look wonderful in a Mid-Century Modern restoration project but amiss in a Craftsman bungalow renovation. What kind of project you tackle considers these issues. Restoration vs Renovation Restoring a property means to bring it back to its glory days. The restoration carefully removes the evidence of changes made throughout … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: IT'S NO APRIL FOOLS JOKE - IT'S TIME FOR SPRING CLEANING
- 04/01/16 12:55 AM
We're really not playing an April Fool’s Day joke, guess what? It’s finally Spring time! Are you a gardener, camper, DIY’er, herbalist, biker or hiker? You’ve been itching to get outdoors for months, and now you finally can! April, the month were everyone realizes winter is finally over. For some of us it means we can safely get outside and not worry about the weather being too cold to enjoy our outdoor activities. For others we are overjoyed we can finally hit that “Spring Cleaning” list we made in the dead of winter, just dreaming about when we might make them a … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: SHOULD YOU UPGRADE YOUR RICHMOND VA. HOME BEFORE SELLING?
- 03/29/16 11:35 PM
Most people have walked through beautiful model homes and wished their own home had all those modern features. Model homes showcase the latest in upgrades and decorating styles. When we get home all we can see is the tile in our bathrooms and yesterday’s details in our kitchens. These things can become overwhelming if we are considering a home sale in the near future.
“Can I even sell my house with granite countertops anymore?”
Before you grab the sledge hammer and plan a DIY weekend of updating your kitchen, take a breath. Your home doesn’t need to be the latest and greatest to … (0 comments)
real estate in richmond va: 5 Most Important Things About Your Front Yard When Selling Your Home
- 03/28/16 02:28 AM
You already know the term “curb appeal.” Everyone understands that it’s important to make a good first impression and curb appeal is the first impression people have of your home. If you are putting your home on the market for sale, curb appeal has become very important to you. Curb appeal means different things to different people but it goes beyond putting bright flowers next to the front door...although you should do that too. There are some things you can do to any home to increase your curb appeal and create an inviting look for your potential buyers. Pretty landscaping. Yes, this means … (2 comments)
real estate in richmond va: 5 WAYS TO TELL IF YOU FOUND THE RIGHT HOUSE
- 03/21/16 11:45 PM
You’ve seen what seems like a million home in the past month. You and your agent have been out every weekend searching for just the perfect home for you. Your starting to feel discouraged and at this point, you might not be sure it’s even out there, or if it is, you might not ever find it. Then you drive up to a home that sparks your interest and gives you hope. At this point, however, how can you tell if it really is the right house for you?
Here are 5 sure signs that you’ve found the right house: You feel excited … (0 comments)
In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States.
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