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…
For many, saving enough for a down payment is the hardest obstacle to overcome while trying to achieve the dream of homeownership. Let’s face it—there are no quick fixes or instant shortcuts when it comes to saving for a down…
Many people don’t know much about Pungo, beyond that the Pungo Strawberry Festival, held each year on Memorial Day weekend, is one of our area’s best local celebrations. So, let’s take a closer look at Hampton Road’s rural jewel. Named…
By Kurt Jacobson Gone are the days when all you had to do to sell a home was to put up a “For Sale” sign or take out an advertisement in the local newspaper. Most homeowners and realtors today rely on…
Hurricanes are a major source of concern—not only for the health and wellbeing of your family and friends—but for your home as well. With heavy winds and long periods of rain, hurricanes can cause catastrophic damage to your home. There…
Your bathroom should be one of the most peaceful and relaxing rooms in your house. If you’re tired of your outdated bathroom, then give it a makeover! It’s not as complicated as you might think. Since its one of the…
Moving is never an easy thing to do – but you can make it more organized and orderly with a plan and the right time table. That’s why we gathered some great tips to help organize your move with ease.…
If you recently graduated from college, chances are you have some student debt. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to qualify for a mortgage, even while paying off your debt. Mortgage Professional Matt Sines says this scenario is actually very…
Home Selling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Before you list your house, it pays to do your homework. He’s some of the most common seller mistakes to help you save thousands — even tens of thousands — of dollars.…
When you’re looking for a home in a seller’s market, you need to plan to avoid making mistakes. Hampton Roads is currently experiencing a strong seller’s market. A seller’s market means that buyers have to be smart and prepared if…