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Senior Living in Richmond: Facts and Figures

Senior Living in Richmond: Facts and Figures

Virginia is for lovers, as the saying goes, and Richmond, VA is no different. The city offers a unique blend of urban life and rich history – making it a popular and interesting destination for retirees. According to rankings published in U.S. News, Richmond is ranked #47 among all metropolitan areas in the United States for retirement. […]

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The Cause and Effect of this Slowing Market

The Cause and Effect of this Slowing Market

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 [...]
  • October 17, 2018
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The Delayed Spring Market: A Review

The Delayed Spring Market: A Review

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 [...]
  • September 17, 2018
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Home Staging, with Wendy Fleetwood

Home Staging, with Wendy Fleetwood

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 [...]
  • August 9, 2018
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Downsizing Wisely

Downsizing Wisely

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 [...]
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When Will It End??

When Will It End??

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? [...]
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The Inventory Solution

The Inventory Solution

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 [...]
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Matthew Kirkpatrick’s Commitment to Building a Better RPS

Matthew Kirkpatrick’s Commitment to Building a Better RPS

"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 [...]
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What’s This “House Story” Thing All About?

What’s This “House Story” Thing All About?

If you know me well, you'll know how much I love houses with cool stories: whether they're historic, architecturally unique, or just charming, I get a huge kick out of walking through a home and learning about its past and the people who have called it home over the years. And if you don't know [...]
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Negotiating in a Hot Market

Negotiating in a Hot Market

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 [...]
  • April 23, 2018
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