Define Drastic....
SELLER: I am ready to do something drastic with the list price of my home. SCOTT: OK, it sounds like you are more motivated to sell now, and you want to be more…
New home sales may be improving in and around Harrisonburg
New home sales may be improving in and around Harrisonburg -- based totally on anecdotal evidence. Several of the builders I work with have seen significantly increased…
Founders Way Condos Proving Popular With Buyers
Full Disclosure: I represent the developer of Founders Way. Harrisonburg home buyers haven't had too many condo options to choose from in the recent past if they actually…
758 Homes Sold Last Year --- But How Many Didn't Sell?
This can be a deceiving graph.... In many ways, this graph would suggest that all homes sell. Thus, if you list your home --- there is a 61% chance it will sell in the…
Hidden Opportunities in Real Estate
"There are deals to be had" one of my clients commented to me today as we were discussing the local market and a particular property that he was considering. I agreed…
Deceived By Active Comps!
Pricing a home to sell in the current market can be a challenge. Oftentimes, there aren't enough recent comparable sales with which to come to a solid conclusion about…
Understanding Home Values -- When Analysis Fails Us
It's easy to understand and agree upon the value of some homes, but quite difficult for some others. What is the difference? It all comes down to how easy it is to find…
Assessments of $300k+ Rockingham County Homes
Property assessments are used to determine the amount of taxes that each property owner will pay. Can these assessed values also be used to estimate the value of a home?…
If you are trying to sell your home, you might want to check out your competition.
I continue to find it quite amazing that one-third of the homes that sell these days do so within 90 days of when they come on the market. However, even with that…
Founders Way, New Condo Community in Harrisonburg, Wins Parade of Homes Awards
If you haven't stopped by Founders Way yet to see these newly finished condominiums, you might want to considering doing so this coming weekend during the SVBA Parade of…
Types of Investment Properties In Harrisonburg
Below are several general categories of investment properties in Harrisonburg that you might consider purchasing. Each has its own pros and cons. College Rentals - There…
So, you're not having an showings on your house? What could the problem be?
I talked to a local Realtor yesterday who has three listings that have been on the market for two months now, and have yet to be shown. By yet to be shown, I mean that…