This is not a balanced real estate market
Most housing market analysts consider six months of inventory (active listings) to be an indicator of a balanced market (between buyers and sellers). The “BUYERS” trend…
Home Sales Steady, Prices Rising in Harrisonburg Area
The beautiful home shown above is located in Kentshire Estates. Find out more here. July 2017 has come and gone -- and even if the temperatures don't yet feel like August…
Home Buying Pace Slower This July Than Last
16% fewer buyers signed contracts in July 2017 as compared to July 2016. It's hard to say if this is related to lower buyer interest (I doubt it) or lower inventory…
Is it Time for a Price Reduction?
We should have another solid 60 days of strong buying activity (contracts being signed) before things start to slow down into the Fall, and then slow down even further in…
Significant Decline in Number of Houses for Sale in the City of Harrisonburg
Are you having difficulty finding a home to purchase in the City of Harrisonburg? You're likely not alone! As shown above, there has been a rather significant decline in…
Home Sales Steady in Harrisonburg, Rockingham County in First Half of 2017
Check out fantastic home for sale on Central Avenue! June 2017 flew by like a blur -- and although home sales were a bit slower than in May 2017 -- nearly all housing…
Do Sellers Typically Accept Contingent Contracts?
Based on the analysis above, it would seem that sellers are not (in almost all cases) accepting home sale contingencies. Here's the logic.... A seller would almost never…
When to start working on securing your mortgage financing
Here are the three sequences I see buyers follow most frequently.... As Late As Possible Guess at what you can buy using online mortgage calculators. Start viewing…
Best May Home Sales Ever!
Check out this immaculate rowhouse at Preston Lake with a rooftop terrace! Wow! Both the temperatures and our local real estate market are certainly heating up! I just…
Buying a home usually involves making some compromises
The odds are, you'll have to compromise on SOMETHING when you are buying your next home. The question becomes -- what are you you willing to compromise on? The easiest…
Complete the Harrisonburg Retail Survey Today!
Take a few minutes to fill out this 19-question survey about the Harrisonburg area that will ask you about yourself, your internet use and our shopping habits. This…
Depending on the age and condition of the house you are buying, a Home Warranty can be an excellent investment!
Click here to download the full information packet on home warranties from American Home Shield -- or read on for more details.... What is a Home Warranty? It's a…