Buying When Needing To Sell But Only If You Can Buy But After You Sell
If you're looking to buy a house this Spring or Summer -- but -- you own your current home -- this morning's ramblings are for you... Selling (for some houses, in some…
Is COVID-19 Impacting Our Local Real Estate Market?
Public Service Announcement: Wash Your Hands! :-) Now, back to COVID-19, several folks have asked me if it is impacting our local real estate market. So far, it seems…
Test For Radon When Buying A Home With A Basement
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause cancer -- in fact, it is the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoking! Radon quickly disperses in…
Harrisonburg Area Home Sales Remain Strong in 2020 Despite Slower February
This month's featured home (shown above) is located in Kentshire Estates and you can find out much more about it out by visiting 3241DanburyCourt.com. OK. Now. Let's set…
Typical Obstacles Between Contract and Closing
While every home sale is different -- with unique contingencies based on the needs and situations of the buyer and seller -- there are three main hurdles that most buyers…
Balancing Realistic and Optimistic Pricing Strategies
Pricing a home in a low inventory, fast moving, market can be tricky... REALISTIC... I'm a firm believer that the best indication of the price for which your house is…
Flirting With Selling A Rental Property
Depending on your short and long term financial goals - you may want to list your rental property for sale for one month between tenants... In a recent conversation with…
Why Investors Eventually Sell Their Rental Properties
If you own a rental property, you might wonder from time to time whether you should keep or sell that property. I generally advise my clients to keep their rental…
Potential Challenges of Selling A Rental Property in Harrisonburg
Do you own a property in Harrisonburg occupied by a tenant? When you are ready to sell it, how will you go about that process? Will you list the property for sale while…
Home Sales Soar To Surprising New Heights in January 2020
Time seems to be passing quickly these days, perhaps because my two kids are growing up faster than I can believe - age 15 (also known as "almost driving") and 11 (but 12…
City Townhouses Are Selling QUICKLY!
Townhouses in the City of Harrisonburg are selling QUICKLY! The "Days On Market" referenced above is the number of days between when a property is listed for sale and…
Taking A Winter Photo To Prepare For Listing Your Home In The Spring
Many sellers list their homes in the Spring or Summer, which is often ideal for the timing of their move, and aligns well with when most buyers are in the market. However…