Discovering Termites at Closing
That's not to imply that any settlement agents in Harrisonburg have wood-destroying insects in their conference rooms, but rather... The standard Virginia purchase…
This is a big week for me!
Two exciting milestones this week... I turned 30 yesterday. After 294 posts, and 292 comments, on Saturday, this blog will be a year old. Thanks to all who read, provide…
The Emotional Roller Coaster of Selling Your Home
While houses are certainly selling, and some are selling quickly, there are many homes that are languishing on the market because of a collective increase in hopeful…
Choosing a Realtor as a First-Time Buyer
If you're buying a home as well as selling a home, many people select the Realtor that they will work with based on how each Realtor will market their home for sale. If…
Virginia 3rd Quarter Home Sales -- Mixed Results
Comparing 3rd Quarter 2008 sales stats with 3rd Quarter 2007 sales stats results in some interesting market variations across Virginia... Number of Home Sales…
Stealth smoke alarms from Kidde
OK --- so the typical smoke alarm isn't all that visually obtrusive --- but it is when compared to Kidde's Silhouette smoke alarm! This low-profile smoke alarm protrudes…
Multiple offers? In this market?
Yes --- sometimes we are still seeing multiple offers! A house that shows well, is priced well, and is marketed well can still generate strong buyer interest --- even in…
Buying at Preston Lake?
Are you considering buying at Preston Lake? Some of my clients are exploring the possibility of building a single family home at Preston Lake, and it's been an…
Say hello to fire sprinklers, CO detectors, programmable thermostats and high-efficiency light bulbs!
Roughly a month ago, the International Code Council approved hundreds of changes to be included in the 2009 version of the International Codes. Several of these changes…
Innovative Space Heating - With A Ceiling Fan!
Are you trying to avoid the potential danger of a space heater? Are you trying to heat a room or garage more efficiently than with a space heater? Have you considered a…
Urban Exchange floor plans available
If you have been following the development of Urban Exchange in downtown Harrisonburg, you may want to check out the floor plans for the condos that have just been…
20% down required on investment properties?
I have now heard from several lenders that they cannot lend more than 80% on investment properties. The main issue seems to be that mortgage insurance companies are not…