thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA March 2025
- 04/21/25 11:46 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA March 2025 Here is how the month of March 2025 played out for residential and land sales in South Central Association of Realtors for Prince Edward Co versus March of 2024. *Information provided by South Central Association of Realtors-Navica MLS System* Looking to Buy or Sell in South Central VA? Let One of State Wide Realty Company's Local Agents with over 400+ Years of Experience to Help You. Call 434-392-6163 or visit www.VaStateWideRealty.com today! 311 East Third St Farmville, VA 23901 434-392-6163 www.VaStateWideRealty.com
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Top 5 Closing Delays
- 03/07/25 08:15 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Farmville, VA Top 5 Closing Delays
Buyers and sellers are always eager to close on their property and are amazed when they run into delays - first the lenders and the inspections, then the holidays/vacations roll around…..you find yourself thinking what's next? The problem with all of these is the time it takes allows one party to rethink or even worse back out. TIME kills deals! Let’s break down these roadblocks and how to avoid them. Problems with the lender –This can happen for a number of reasons, ranging from underwriter delays and appraisals not coming in as expected. Find out
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thingstoknow: Daylight Saving Begins: Bring on the Spring Success!
- 03/05/25 08:55 AM
Daylight Saving Begins: Bring on the Spring Success!
This weekend we will SPRING forward an hour as daylight savings time begins. This slight change in our clocks means a huge benefit to our profession. The more daylight hours we have allows more peak times to show properties especially land listings. Extra sunlight in the evenings provides a better chance of us getting outside activities done and creates a more positive attitude towards accomplishments. These things can provide us with a mindset focused on positivity that will flow into our day and our interaction with our customers. So here is to extra daylight, extra deals
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thingstoknow: Top Ways to Keep It Simple to Search for A Property
- 02/28/25 12:17 PM
State Wide Realty Company: Farmville, VA Top Ways to Keep It Simple to Search for A Property It is easy when you start looking for a home or land to get excited and want to see everything that is on the market so you don't miss anything. There are numerous websites that you can search for properties which can make your decision harder instead of easier. This is not only confusing but a waste of time for you and your Realtor. Let me explain, while you are in an area looking at a house that you know is not for you someone else may
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thingstoknow: Spring Selling Season: How to respond when the market is in full swing
- 02/24/25 11:43 AM
Spring Selling Season: State Wide Realty Co. How to respond when the market is in full swing. Spring is what we realtors like to think of as the beginning of a prime selling season. This is great for those that are listing their properties and hoping to sell them quickly. There can be a downside for those that are jumping in the market to purchase. There are a lot more fish trying to buy in the market pond. With already low inventory, listings will not be around as long or for as low compared to slower market times. Be prepared! First talk to a lender and find
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thingstoknow: High Heating Bills? Tips to help keep the Costs Down
- 01/10/25 12:22 PM
High Heating Bills? Tips to help keep the Costs Down Make sure that any sunlight that can come in DOES! Don’t pull the shades on the amount of heat that the winter time sun can provide that your heat pump won’t have to. Check unlikely sources to save costs. This could be asking an expert if you could turn down your water heater settings or if you could install a switch to turn your water heater off when no one will be there utilizing it. Make sure your Insulated. Check with a professional on if you have enough or the right type of insulation
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Tip: How to prevent pipes from freezing
- 01/09/25 07:47 AM
State Wide Realty Tip: Farmville VA How to prevent pipes from freezing With another round of Winter weather coming this weekend, thought this might be a good time to post this. When cold weather strikes there is a threat of your pipes freezing and/or bursting. The expansion of the water when it freezes is what causes the pipes to eventually burst. There are several things you can do to PREVENT your pipes from freezing. 1. Make sure all your pipes under the house, in the garage, outside are properly insulated or covered with a weatherproof wrap or sleeve. Consult your plumber or home improvement expert for
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Hosting For New Years Eve
- 12/27/24 11:39 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Farmville, VA Hosting For New Years Eve Here are a few ideas of how to ring in the New Year and Have fun doing it: Decorate: Put lights and decorations on the outside and inside that remind everyone that it is New Years and a celebration. Party Hats, noise makers, and other celebration items can be placed as guests arrive and also throughout the house for convenience. Bubbles, confetti, and glow in the dark items are always a big hit. Provide a place for your guests to leave a message about the night or what they are looking forward to in
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA Oct 2024
- 11/12/24 08:58 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA October 2024 Here is how the month of October 2024 played out for residential and land sales in South Central Association of Realtors for Prince Edward Co versus October of 2023. *Information provided by South Central Association of Realtors-Navica MLS System* Looking to Buy or Sell in South Central VA? Let One of State Wide Realty Company's Local Agents with over 400+ Years of Experience to Help You. Call 434-392-6163 or visit www.VaStateWideRealty.com today! 311 East Third St Farmville, VA 23901 434-392-6163 www.VaStateWideRealty.com
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thingstoknow: Virginia Tax Free Weekend August 2-4, 2024
- 07/30/24 09:37 AM
Virginia Tax Free Weekend August 2-4, 2024 NO TAXES? Well just for this weekend…but that is something. It is that time again for TAX FREE shopping on school supplies, hurricane preparedness items, and energy saving appliances. The Virginia Assembly voted to merge the sales into one TAX FREE weekend to be held on the first weekend of August each year. Please visit https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday for more information on what is included in the sale. State Wide Realty proudly serves South Central Virginia and has been #1 in Real Estate Sales for this area for DECADES! Call Us to help you find your dream Virginia Property at 434-392-6163 or visit our
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA April 2024
- 05/06/24 11:12 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA April 2024 Here is how the month of April 2024 played out for residential and land sales in South Central Association of Realtors for Prince Edward Co versus April of 2023. *Information provided by South Central Association of Realtors-Navica MLS System* Looking to Buy or Sell in South Central VA? Let One of State Wide Realty Company's 15 Local Agents with over 400+ Years of Experience to Help You. Call 434-392-6163 or visit www.VaStateWideRealty.com today! 311 East Third St Farmville, VA 23901 434-392-6163 www.VaStateWideRealty.com
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thingstoknow: State Wide Answers: What's A Fixer Upper?
- 05/03/24 08:50 AM
State Wide Answers: What's A Fixer Upper? There's an old saying that one man's trash is another man's treasure, the same could be said about the condition and "fixing" a home needs. The term "fixer upper" has a broad definition these days to mean anything from structural repair to changing of paint color. Who would have thought that there would be a time when a home on the market for a million dollars would be considered a "fixer upper"? In general, a fixer upper is a home that needs work to update key components such as electrical, plumbing, foundation, walls etc. to meet
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Compromising on The House VS. Location
- 04/26/24 12:58 PM
State Wide Realty Co Farmville, VA Compromising on The House VS. Location Compromising on the House: There is no doubt you have a must have list for your new home such as number of bedrooms, square feet, etc. then when you hit the market for that home you realize your budget does not allow for everything and a compromise has to be made. Do you stay in the area you like and get a home that does not “fit” your needs but you can afford? Is a renovation possible down the road to make it more like the home of your dreams? These are the
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA March 2024
- 04/08/24 11:59 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA March 2024 Here is how the month of March 2024 played out for residential and land sales in South Central Association of Realtors for Prince Edward Co versus March of 2023. *Information provided by South Central Association of Realtors-Navica MLS System* Looking to Buy or Sell in South Central VA? Let One of State Wide Realty Company's 15 Local Agents with over 400+ Years of Experience to Help You. Call 434-392-6163 or visit www.VaStateWideRealty.com today! 311 East Third St Farmville, VA 23901 434-392-6163 www.VaStateWideRealty.com
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Asks: Is Farmville VA Kid Friendly?
- 03/26/24 11:34 AM
Is Farmville VA Kid Friendly? When searching for a place to put down roots it is important to know if the area you choose will have accommodations for the kids you have or are planning to have. This leads us to the question is Farmville, VA a kid friendly place. The answer is a resounding YES!! The town of Farmville, VA has many things that parents and kids enjoy such as the Barbara Rose Johns Farmville PE Community Library that not only offers books to check out but has story time, crafts and special events for kids throughout the year. This
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thingstoknow: Local Events: Farmville Easter Egg Hunt Sat March 23 @11
- 03/20/24 10:27 AM
Local Events: Farmville Easter Egg Hunt Sat March 23,2024 @ 11 AM Photo courtesy of Town of Farmville Facebook Page This year the town of Farmville will once again hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Firemans Sports arena located at 1328 Zion Hill Rd Farmville, VA. A family fun event with vendors and activities for everyone to enjoy. Check out the Town of Farmville Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/farmvillevagov .This is a rain or shine event. Hunting for the right property? Call State Wide Realty Co at 434-392-6163 or visit www.VaStateWideRealty.com to get started. 311 East Third St Farmville, VA 23901 434-392-6163 www.VaStateWideRealty.com
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA Feb 2024
- 03/13/24 08:15 AM
State Wide Realty Co: Market Snapshot Prince Edward Co VA Feb 2024 Here is how the month of February 2024 played out for residential and land sales in South Central Association of Realtors for Prince Edward Co versus February of 2023. *Information provided by South Central Association of Realtors-Navica MLS System* Looking to Buy or Sell in South Central VA? Let One of State Wide Realty Company's 15 Local Agents with over 400+ Years of Experience to Help You. Call 434-392-6163 or visit www.VaStateWideRealty.com today! 311 East Third St Farmville, VA 23901 434-392-6163 www.VaStateWideRealty.com
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Tips: Getting Ready For Spring Selling Season
- 02/27/24 09:29 AM
State Wide Realty Co Tips: Farmville, VA Getting Ready For Spring Selling Season Spring is what we realtors like to think of as the beginning of a prime selling season. This is great for those that are listing their properties and hoping to sell them quickly. There can be a down side for those that are jumping in the market to purchase. There are a lot more fish trying to buy in the market pond. Listings will not be around as long as compared to slower market times. What can you do to be prepared? First talk to a local lender and find out what you are
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thingstoknow: Buyer's Tip: 5 Roadblocks to Closing
- 02/16/24 12:19 PM
Buyer's Tip: 5 Roadblocks to Closing Everyone is anxious to close their first home but many are amazed when they run into delays - first the lenders and the inspections, then the holidays roll around…..you find yourself thinking what's next….TIME, it can kill a deal like nothing else! Problems with the lender –This can happen for a number of reasons, ranging from underwriter delays and appraisals not coming in as expected. Find out up front, anything that you may need to provide to your lender to avoid delays. Inspections not completed –Many homeowners think that the home inspection covers it all. Don't make this
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thingstoknow: State Wide Realty Tips: Super Bowl Party Ideas
- 02/09/24 08:49 AM
State Wide Realty Tips: Super Bowl Party Ideas Nothing beats getting together and cheering on a team to victory. There are so many things that make a game day party great from the friends, family and don’t forget the FOOD. Here are some of our favorite things to do and make for the big game. First the décor: People like props such as a foam finger, beads, hats, glasses, etc. A bonus is these make your photos better as well. Use themed, football or team colors, for serving trays, bowls, plates and napkins. This is a simple way to add décor without have to spend
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