Buying

May 23, 2025

Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?



If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this nagging thought may be holding you back: why would I give that up?”

But when you ask that question, you may be …

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May 12, 2025

What You Can Do When Mortgage Rates Are a Moving Target



Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately? One day they go down a little. The next day, they go back up again. It can feel confusing and even frustrating if you’re trying to decide whether now’s a good time to buy a home.

Take a look at the …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates
May 1, 2025

Pre-Approval Isn’t Commitment – It’s Clarity



If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one of the smartest moves you can make. Why? Because, like anything in life, the right prep work makes things clearer.

The …

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April 27, 2025

Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help



You’ve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have keys to a place that’s truly yours. What you might not realize is that your tax return could give you a little extra cash to help you get there sooner. As Freddie Mac notes:

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April 16, 2025

4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring



Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up.

If you’re serious about landing a home you’ll love, you need more than just a wish list. You need a smart strategy – and that starts with working with a …

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April 11, 2025

Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection



When you finally find the home you want to buy, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement. You’ve toured the place, imagined your furniture in it, maybe even pictured your morning coffee on the porch. The last thing you want is to slow down the process with more …

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April 1, 2025

The Truth About Newly Built Homes and Today’s Market



Headlines are talking about the inventory of new homes and how we’re back at the levels not seen since 2009. And maybe you’re reading that and thinking: oh no, here we go again. That’s because you remember the housing crash of the late 2000s and you’re worried we’re repeating the …

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March 28, 2025

Here’s What a Recession Could Mean for the Virginia Beach Housing Market


Recession talk is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. And that leaves people wondering what would happen to the housing market if we do go into a recession.

Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in housing …

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March 24, 2025

Your Roadmap to Homeownership

Your Roadmap to Homeownership

Posted in Buying
March 17, 2025

Rising Inventory Means This Spring Could Be Your Moment

Want to know two reasons this spring might finally be your time to buy? Inventory has grown and sellers may be more willing to negotiate as a result. That means you’ve got more options and more power than buyers have had in years. Let’s break it down.

1. You Have …

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