Search for real estate deals using NEW Price Per SF tool
Several exciting upgrades to my web site have been in the works, the first a convenient mortgage calculator, and now we have added the ability to search by price per…
LIFE is the trump card of our local real estate market!
In talking to a client last evening, I was asked why our local real estate market isn't doing as poorly as some others in the region or across the country. Some real…
What sold in November 2008?
As my November 2008 monthly market report shows, November 2008 was a rather slow month for real estate sales --- only 40 properties sold (closed) in Harrisonburg and…
Banks eager for short sales!?
A short sale is one where the sales price was insufficient to pay the total of all liens and costs of sale; and where the seller did not bring sufficient liquid assets to…
Real estate doesn't take a break for the holidays! (even though I usually do)
I was showing property on Wednesday afternoon, and several other agents in my office were showing houses to their clients on Wednesday evening (Thanksgiving eve). We…
Building at Preston Lake - the Cape Cod
My aforementioned clients have decided to proceed with building at Preston Lake, and they closed on their lot purchase this week. We're aiming for completion by next May…
Do you want to know what I really think?
When asked for my professional real estate opinion, I used to ask "Do you want to know what I really think?" Or I would find myself prefacing some of my comments with…
Affordable Housing with a LOW interest rate!
The current VHDA interest rate is already low, at 5.875%. But for first time buyers looking for affordable housing, it can be tough to finance a purchase even at that low…
How close are buyers coming to the asking price?
One issue that often seems to be on a buyer's mind these days is the question of how much they should be able to negotiate off of an asking price for a house. Let's take…
Have Questions? Get Answers!
Buying or selling real estate can be a complicated process at times, and questions often abound. If you have questions about the process, or about the market, or about…
Looking for investment properties in Harrisonburg?
Some investors wonder whether there are any good opportunities anymore in buying investment properties. You will find good investment opportunities if... you are willing…
Would it be alright if we go see the house again?
I sometimes have buyer clients who after seeing many homes, feel the need to re-visit one or some to further lock-in their priorities and decision. Sometimes these buyers…