realtor: Employee Benefit Program - 09/25/14 01:27 AM
  Are you a business owner? Have you considered joining the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce? This may be the best time to do so. Wanda Fears and Associates offers incentives for employees of businesses that belong to Greater Richmond of Commerce.    Wanda has always been an active member of the community and belongs to organizations such as the GRC to improve the quality of life of the citizens of the Richmond and Central Virginia area. Learn more about our incentive program below.    GREAT BEGINNINGS INCENTIVE PROGRAM is a no-cost employee benefit program which encourages and supports home ownership … (0 comments)

realtor: RVA Fall Fests! September Edition - 09/18/14 08:08 AM

(Image courtesy of RVA Magazine) 
Wanda Fears: (804) 909-2777
 
Whether you are new to Richmond or you’ve been here for a while, RVA has so much to offer: from parks to museums, to pretty much anything you can possibly imagine. It’s crazy how much stuff is happening in our little city every week. Fall is just one of those times of year that almost feels magical, the weather is perfect, the foliage has changed to beautiful warm colors, and we know that the holidays are right around the corner. To pair this wonderful feeling of fall, there are some truly … (3 comments)

realtor: Exterior Decorating - 09/16/14 06:05 AM

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Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777
Most people think that decorating only applies to the inside of their homes. When it comes to real estate this couldn’t really be any further from the truth. Ever heard the saying, don’t judge a book by it’s cover? Well, unfortunately most of us do look at the cover first. People are very visual and first impressions are everything. This is why it is important to put your best face forward. It’s Autumn and we’d like to recommend a few things you can do to beautify the exterior of your home!
  Pumpkins It may … (1 comments)

realtor: Autumn is Here, It's Not Too Late... - 09/10/14 04:23 AM


Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777
Even though it’s still pretty hot outside, Autumn is upon us. You may be wondering if it is still a good time to sell or buy, fortunately it is. Kids are back in school, families are back from summer vacation and it is not quite the holidays. If you’ve been meaning to buy or sell a home you want to make sure that you start the process as soon as possible because before you know it, it will be Thanksgiving and then Christmas and your window of opportunity may be closed for the year. 
  So … (4 comments)

realtor: Four Home Improvement Ideas Under Fifty Bucks - 09/05/14 11:10 AM
  Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777   It doesn’t matter if you’re selling your home or not, making small home improvements should always be something that you should be thinking about. Here’s a few things that cost little but can make a big difference in your home:
  Paint Giving a fresh new coat of paint to your living room, kitchen or bedroom doesn’t have to cost a ton of money. In fact it costs an average of about $15 to $25 for a can of paint depending on the type of paint that you use. Supplies will cost you an additional … (14 comments)

realtor: Back to School - 09/03/14 01:28 AM

Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777
Whether you have kids or know someone who has them, you know that this time of the year can be very hectic for parents. This can definitely put some pressure on some families to find the right home depending on the age of their kids and the type of education that they will need. Does buying decision get influenced by the type of school district that home has access to? If the statistics don’t lie then, yes it does! 
  Realtor.com shares some really useful insight into how schools can affect parents decisions when buying a … (1 comments)

realtor: RVA - From Young Professionals to Baby Boomers - 08/11/14 01:03 AM
Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777   Often times when we talk about RVA, we talk about how it is an ideal place for young professionals to purchase a home for many reasons: affordable housing, a booming job market, fine dining and entertainment. It was also recently voted as one of the happiest cities in the United States. These are all great reasons to purchase property in the area, however they are not the only group of people who can benefit from what Richmond has to offer.    RichmondBizSense.com wrote a very interesting article recently that talks about the relationship between the Baby Boomer … (0 comments)

realtor: Open House: An Agent's Do's & Don'ts - 07/29/14 06:25 AM

 
Unless you’re a real estate agent you’re probably not used to hosting an open house. Honestly the whole concept can be a little bit weird, you’re letting a bunch of strangers into your own home or you’re visiting the home of a total stranger. This is a weird necessity, open houses are a part of the selling process and they are essential to both sellers and buyers. Let’s go over some of the do’s and dont’s when having or attending an open house
 
Do
Warn your neighbors about your open house! And while you’re at it, make … (4 comments)

realtor: Is Your Buyer Serious? - 07/19/14 05:25 AM
  Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777   The number one question that I get from a seller is "is our buyer serious"? Many transactions end up not coming through which can be frustrating for the seller of a property. It is my job to make these offers happen for my clients, so how do I weed out those who are serious buyers and those who aren't?    Finances Does your buyer have the necessary financial requirements to buy a home? Do they have a proper down payment and credit score? Even if your buyer has all the intentions of going through with a … (1 comments)

realtor: Homeowners: Understanding Pricing - 06/23/14 07:11 AM
  Wanda Fears (804) 909-2777   Thinking of selling your home? Now may be the best time to do so, however have you set your expectations to be realistic? The majority of people think that their house should sell for more than what it is worth, they believe that their house is special and that they have invested a lot of time and money to make it a comfortable place to live. The investments and upgrades that you may have made in your house may not be appealing to your target market. For example, investing in something like a pool only … (1 comments)

realtor: Choosing Wanda Fears as a Realtor: A client’s perspective - 04/24/14 12:33 AM
I’m a big fan of self improvement and am constantly working to become a better Realtor. One of the ways I do that is through client feedback. So for today’s blog I asked a 3rd party to interview one of my clients to find out what made them choose me as a Realtor and to evaluate my services.
Below is a transcript from this interview with Sierra, a busy, successful career woman I had the privilege of helping find a home for her and her family. In addition to helping me know what makes an impression on my clients, it can … (0 comments)

realtor: Top 5 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers - 10/14/13 02:27 AM
Earlier this month, I offered a few things to keep in mind when buying a home together as a newly wed couple. This week, I’d like to offer 5 tips on critical and important aspects to keep in mind for first time homebuyers.
Budget is the first step. Prior to commencing your search, it’s important to find out your net worth and loan eligibility. You should even get a prequalified loan before starting your search for your dream home.What’s the point of going through all the excitement and headaches of home ownership if you can’t even afford the home of your … (0 comments)

 
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Wanda Fears

ABR CRS GRI SFR WCR

Richmond, VA

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Long and Foster Real Estate, Richmond Virginia

Address: 2931 Polo Parkway, Midlothian , Va. , 23113

Office: (804) 909-2777

Mobile: (804) 909-2777

Updates on real estate market in Richmond, Virginia and surrounding counties such as Chesterfield, Bon Air, Chester, Midlothian, Hanover, Glen Allen, Henrico, Richmond, Virginia. Also thoughts on market changes in 2010, Information on housing for sale at Virginia Commonwealth University,


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