Like it or not, owning a home requires constant upkeep. While there will be many times when you’ll want to give a plumber, contractor, or other specialists a call, it pays to master a few home maintenance skills yourself to…
Getting your home ready for showings is difficult enough, but if you have small children in the home it can add additional complications. You may have reservations about putting your house on the market if your children are messy because…
Are you looking to turn your backyard into your personal oasis? Not only will you personally enjoy the benefits of a backyard makeover, but you could also increase the value of your home- if you focus on the right projects. According…
Thinking about selling your home? As much as you love your home, there may come a time when you start thinking: should I sell my house? Here are some telltale signs the time might be right for you. It’s a…
One of the most persistent questions about selling your home is whether you should renovate it before you sell. Sure, you want to sell it for more than you paid. But the truth is, the “right” answer is complicated because…
Chances are, the next people to own your home will be millennials – people between the ages of 25 and 40. Despite a pandemic and skyrocketing home prices in 2021, millennials have clung to their title of the largest homebuying…
Getting your ready to sell your home doesn’t have to be expensive! You can grab the buyers attention with cheap and quick fixes and renovations. 1. Paint Paint Paint! First on your to-do list should be the front door—use it…
By Ryan C. Benton As the classic holiday song goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And I agree. Like many here in Hampton Roads, I kick off the season with the Grand Illumination Parade in downtown Norfolk…
Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection. That’s because high buyer demand and low housing supply are driving intense competition and leading some buyers to consider waiving those contingencies to stand…
In the current sellers’ market, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be remodeled before they list their house. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can help you think through today’s market conditions and how…