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5 Things a New Homeowner Should Do When They Get the Keys

Congratulations! You’ve just received the keys to your new home. This is an exciting milestone, marking the beginning of a new chapter in your life. However, before you start planning your housewarm...

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Get the INSIDE Scoop

Summer is officially here and with temperatures rising, ice cream is the perfect treat! Visiting locally owned ice cream shops is a tasty way to get the scoop on local "hot spots" and community life while cooling off with something delicious. ...

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Summer’s Real Estate Advantages

When it comes to real estate, timing can be everything. While the housing market fluctuates throughout the year, summer remains a particularly advantageous time for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re looking to buy your dream home or sel...

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Staging Your House to Sell

We've all heard the quote "you never get a second chance to make a good first impression," and that's especially true in real estate. When you're selling your house, making a strong first impression on potential buyers impacts whether or not yo...

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10 Tips to Secure Your Home While You’re Away on Vacation

Vacation season is upon us! Are you planning an exciting getaway to your favorite destination? As you get ready to embark on your adventure, it's important to secure your home before you leave. There's nothing worse than returning from an amazi...

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Home Buyer’s Beware: Caveat Emptor in Virginia

Virginia is a Buyer-Beware State The Latin term "caveat emptor," or "let the buyer beware," carries significant weight, particularly for homebuyers who plan to enter the housing market without the assistance of a buyer's agent. The following i...

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Don’t Try This At Home

We have all heard the adage, don't try this at home, but when it comes to preparing your home for sale, following this advice may help you avoid some unintended pitfalls. While home updates can enhance your living space, some renovations may no...

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The Illusion of Space: Maximizing the Size of your Home

No matter where you live or how long you’ve been in your home, outgrowing your space can happen all too quickly. As much as we hate to say it, you can’t pack up and move every time you think you need a little extra square footage. So here�...

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Exploring Richmond’s Real Estate Areas

Richmond's Real Estate Areas Metro Richmond and the surrounding counties are organized by areas or zones in the Central Virginia Regional Multiple Listing Service. Whether you're in the market for a new home in Central Virginia or you're casua...

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2024 Economic Outlook and Implications for Real Estate

The 2024 economic outlook is a hot topic of discussion in financial circles, and it has significant implications for various sectors, including real estate. In a recent blog post by Matt Carter, he hinted that recession may be what drives rates...

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