Buying

Oct. 11, 2026

Buying a Suffolk Home with a Well or Septic System? Check These Records First

Published by The Morton Group with AtCoastal Realty | Todd Morton, REALTOR® and Owner | October 11, 2026

Illustration of a home with separate private well and septic systems below ground
Original AI-created educational illustration for The Morton Group. Not a photograph or diagram of a specific Suffolk property.

A larger lot, added privacy and room to spread out can make a …

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Oct. 10, 2026

Renovated Chesapeake Home? Check the Paperwork Before You Buy

Published by The Morton Group with AtCoastal Realty | Todd Morton, REALTOR® and Owner | October 10, 2026

Illustration of a house floor plan under a magnifying glass, representing renovation document review
Original AI-created illustration for The Morton Group. Not a photograph of a specific property.

A converted garage, an added bathroom or a newly finished room can make a Chesapeake home feel …

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Oct. 9, 2026

Buying a Home in Norfolk? Check Flood Risk Before You Make an Offer

Published by The Morton Group with AtCoastal Realty | Todd Morton, REALTOR® and Owner | October 9, 2026

A Norfolk home can fit your wish list and still need a closer look at flood risk. Before you compare monthly payments or write an offer, check the specific property, price the …

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Dec. 1, 2025

The 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season



Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays, the housing market always finds its way into the conversation.

Here are the top three questions on a lot of people’s minds this season, and straightforward answers to help you feel …

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Nov. 26, 2025

How To Find the Best Deal Possible on a Virginia Beach Home Right Now



Want to know how to find the best deal possible in today’s housing market? Here’s the secret. Focus on homes that have been sitting on the market for a while.

Because when a listing lingers, sellers tend to get more realistic – and, more willing to negotiate. …

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Nov. 24, 2025

Why So Many People Are Thankful They Bought a Home This Year



Homebuyers are weighing their options right now, and they certainly have a lot on their minds. With everything going on in the job market, the economy, and more – there's a lot to think about these days. And maybe that’s making you wonder if it really makes sense to …

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Nov. 20, 2025

Why Buying a Home in Virginia Beach Still Pays Off in the Long Run



Renting can feel much less expensive and much simpler than buying a home, especially right now. No repairs, no property taxes, no worrying about mortgage rates – you just pay the bill and move on with your life.

But here’s the part people don’t talk about enough: …

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Nov. 10, 2025

Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home?



A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. They’re watching rates hover a little above 6% and thinking, I’ll buy once they hit the 5s. Because who doesn’t want a better rate?

But here’s the thing: that 5.99% number might not save you …

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Nov. 7, 2025

The VA Home Loan Advantage: What Every Veteran Should Know Right Now



If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment.

Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that's 7 out of every 10) don’t know about …

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Oct. 27, 2025

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates



Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later.

The Magic Number

According to the …

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