I get asked a lot about the health of Richmond’s real estate market and the way it has ebbed and flowed throughout this year. As we discussed in our latest Coffee Talk episode, the first three months were slower than they typically are, which caused a very busy June and July before we saw the […]
It’s September and we’re back with another episode of Coffee Talk! This month we’re talking about how the Spring market came late. What was looking like a slow year for real estate ended up ramping up in the late summer months. We originally recorded this in late July, so keep that in mind as you […]
The burning question today is… should you hire a stager? It’s an investment, but we firmly believe it pays for itself! And we’ve got some simple solutions for you so it doesn’t have to be a burden. In my most recent interview, I sit down with Wendy Fleetwood of Stage Right, a home staging company […]
We have a lot of buyer clients who are empty-nesters looking for their next home. It’s an exciting time, but mistakes can be costly and time-consuming. I’ve compiled a list of tips for folks beginning the search for their perfect ‘next’ home. Who Are You Going to Be? The first thing you must ask yourself […]
We’ve talked about inventory a lot. We all know that it’s low and finding a home right now is about as stressful as it gets. Maybe you’re considering buying, but the current market climate is intimidating and you’re wondering if you should wait it out. You’re not alone! But is there an end in sight? […]
We probably sound like a broken record by now, but in case you haven’t been paying attention, the Richmond real estate market is seriously low on inventory. But instead of just talking about its causes and impacts (like we do here), our most recent “Coffee Talk” session breaks down some potential solutions to the problem. And […]
“I am happy to announce that I am partnering with Scott Garnett and Building a Better RPS. I have partnered with Scott through Liberty Mutual Insurance to provide insurance to his clients, and am excited to expand our partnership to serve our community. Each quarter, a portion of my commission will be donated to the […]
Walk into any real estate office right now and you’ll hear the same thing; inventory is rock bottom low. Finding a house right now is historically difficult, because there just isn’t a lot on the market. This puts more pressure on the already competitive spring market. Homes are receiving 10 offers or more, and it […]
[three-fifths-first] The Fox Elementary school playground is the ultimate expression of ‘Community’. On most afternoons after school has let out, parents, grandparents and teachers stand around chatting while the children play. I’ve had some of the most life-changing conversations on that playground; and one day, while discussing the sad state of our school buildings, I […]
Owning a home is fun, but it comes with its fair share of hiccups. From a cracked foundation to a leaky roof, your house will find a way to make your life difficult – it’s just the nature of the beast! And while we don’t mean to scare you, we want you to be as prepared as […]