Have you fallen in love with an older home? You may be tempted to seize the opportunity and skip an inspection, especially if there are several...
According to the April 2022 Virginia Home Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS®, the statewide median home sales price was $390,000 in April. This is $100,000 higher than...
When you buy a house, you naturally expect the seller to tell you the truth about the quality of the construction. However, you also have a...
Watch this video for a quick summary of Warren County real estate for April 2022. Is the market starting to balance back out again as interest...
According to the March 2022 Virginia Home Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS®, while the spring market is off to a strong start, there are some...
The location where you choose to live will impact your lifestyle and financial situation. Here are six things to consider before deciding if you should buy...
Do you often think about buying a home but aren’t sure if you’re ready to take the plunge? Here are 10 signs you may be ready...
Spring is arriving. We see beautiful flowers starting to sprout. Red buds and new baby leaves are popping all around. And looking forward to this weekend…...
Governor Glenn Youngkin has approved House Bill 768 and Senate Bill 335, opening the door for the Virginia REALTORS® association, the commonwealth’s largest trade association, to...
If you’re buying a home, you probably need to secure a loan. However, it’s important to shop around for one with terms and conditions that meet...
Here are three words you don’t hear every day: Tax-free money. There aren’t too many things you can say that about, but for many homeowners that...
When staging your home, it’s important to depersonalize your property so potential buyers can imagine themselves living there. Here are a few things you should do:...
There can be all sorts of financial advantages to homeownership and some tax advantages, too. The primary financial advantage of homeownership, as opposed to renting, is...
If you’ve decided it’s time to sell your home, you may be wondering when the best time is to put it on the market. Here are...
Do you want to move? Are you trying to decide between renting an apartment, owning a condo, or buying a house? If so, here are some...
A non-conforming loan is different than the conventional loan standards. So, first, let’s talk about conforming loans. A conforming loan is a regular, conventional mortgage, not...
According to the February 2022 Virginia Home Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS®, sales activity in Virginia’s housing market moderated in February compared to the same...
If you want to buy a house in a very competitive market, an escalation clause might be something to consider. An escalation clause automatically raises your...
We have several upcoming events to put on your calendar! COMMUNITY NEWS House of Hope Empty Bowl Supper – April 30 from 12pm to 3pm House...
According to the January 2022 Virginia Home Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS®, the supply in Virginia’s housing market continues to dwindle, setting new record lows....
This is one time in life when your sparkling personality and good intentions don’t matter so much as the financial facts! Lenders want to know: Can...
Happy Valentine’s Day! This year I would like to add Community News to the Warren County Market Reports every month. We have several upcoming events to...
If you’re looking to buy your first home, you might feel a little overwhelmed by all the real estate lingo being thrown your way. Here’s a...
Mortgage rates are low and financing is readily available, but the number of houses for sale is also low. How do you stand out in the...
SPITE. An ugly word for an ugly desire to hurt, annoy or offend. In the realm of human relations, spite is abundant, and in neighborhoods, it’s...
Are you moving this winter? If so, you’ll need to take into account the likelihood of cold temperatures, slippery conditions, and blizzards. Here are a few...
If you’re perusing listings online or visiting a property in person, there are a lot of red flags to watch out for. However, there are also...
We really need to replace the flooring and we think this could be the way. It’s absolutely possible and this kind of loan is called cash-out...
According to the December 2021 Homes Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS®, the commonwealth’s competitive housing market broke numerous records in 2021. Last year, there were...
If you’re a new or expectant parent, buying a family home may be on your to-do list. While you can’t anticipate everything you’ll need in the...