An Early Look At July Contract Numbers
As mentioned last week, inventory levels are on the rise. There are around 250 homes for sale right now, compared to only about 175 just four months ago. Perhaps at least…
View, Privacy, and What It Takes to Have Both in the Shenandoah Valley
The Shenandoah Valley is full of amazing views -- with mountains (Massanutten) and mountain ranges in nearly every direction. Thus, it's not surprising that many buyers…
Buy First or Sell First? Choose the Path That Makes You Less Uncomfortable
If you're planning to buy a new home and also need to sell your current one, you're almost guaranteed to face some less-than-ideal logistics. Sorry to the bearer of this…
Inventory Returns To 2019 Levels
Inventory levels have increased steadily over the past few months... April 2025 = 176 homes for sale May 2025 = 212 homes for sale June 2025 = 234 homes for sale July…
Overpriced Unsold Listings Can Be A Distraction When Pricing Your Home
When we are getting ready to sell your home we will be looking at the sales price of comparable homes to determine a reasonable list price for your home. Makes sense…
Surprise, The House Smells!
Everybody knows that smells don't show up in photos - but that reality settles in quickly when you walk into a house for sale and realize that it really... smells!…
Pricing Your Home Well (Now or Later) Does Not Guarantee a Quick Sale
As we start to see inventory levels creeping upward a bit - especially in certain price ranges and locations - it's becoming increasingly important to price your home…
Will You Price Your Home Just Above Or Below Your Target Sales Price?
The two conventional schools of thought are... JUST ABOVE - Price your home just above your target sales price (market value) as a buyer might try to negotiate with you…
How Many Months Would It Take For All Current Listings To Sell?
A year ago, there were 140 homes on the market for sale (not under contract) and today there are 249 homes for sale! That's a big increase. Given that inventory levels…
Know the Size of Your Buyer Pool
Above is a very broad look at the number of buyers who are buying homes in a variety of price ranges in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County based on sales over the past 12…
Why Does Land Sell More Slowly Than a House?
If you've ever sold (or tried to sell) a piece of land you've probably notice that it usually takes longer than selling a home. But why? There are a few key reasons why…
Bring Your Friends and Advisors
Buying a home is a big decision. It's more than just selecting a house - it's choosing a neighborhood, a lifestyle, and a place to call home. Whether it's your first home…