Buying

June 16, 2025

Why Todd Morton Is One of the Top Realtors in Virginia Beach

Local Roots. A Marketing Mindset. A Clear Plan.

Meet Todd Morton and The Morton Group

The Morton Group is a locally owned and operated real estate team led by Todd Morton, a Virginia Beach resident since 1985 and REALTOR®. Every agent on the TMG team is brokered by …

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June 6, 2025

Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Ever Coming Back?



A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the historic-low 3% from a few years ago. But here’s the thing: those rates were never meant to last. They were a …

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Posted in Buying, Market Updates
June 3, 2025

Real Estate Voted Best Long-Term Investment Again

While headlines love to stir up doubt, here’s one stat that cuts through the noise. 

For the 12th year in a row, Americans say real estate is the best long-term investment, beating out stocks, gold, and bonds.

Real Estate Voted Best Long-Term Investment Again Graph

And why is that? It's because homeownership is one of …

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May 31, 2025

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home in Virginia Beach?



You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now?

With high home prices and stubborn mortgage rates, renting can seem like the safer choice right now. Or maybe your only choice. That’s a very real feeling. And perhaps buying today isn’t …

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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 …

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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 …

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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.

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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