We in Hampton Roads have had a stable existence largely in part due to the military presence in the area and the economic windfall that comes from them being here. The military, the supporting civil [Read More…]
There’s a rumor floating around Hampton Roads right now that the real estate market has flipped. That buyers are in control. That sellers missed their window. But here’s the truth: we didn’t flip — we shifted. And [Read More…]
Let me start by stating that almost all commercial real estate transactions depend on financing in some way, shape or form. Whether you are purchasing, refinancing or developing a property, interest rates should be a [Read More…]
The beginning of a new year is all about fresh starts — and your home deserves one, too. Whether you’re planning to sell in 2026 or simply want to protect your investment, January is the perfect time [Read More…]
Let me start by stating I’m a commercial real estate broker who has been actively working on the Virginia Peninsula for more than 20 years, and I’ve overseen many new development projects. During that time, [Read More…]
One of the most common questions I hear from homeowners preparing to sell is, “Should I make repairs or upgrades before listing my home?” The short answer: it depends (I know, I know… I sound [Read More…]
In the world of commercial real estate, one of the most significant decisions a business owner can make is whether to continue leasing or to invest in purchasing a property. For many entrepreneurs, this is [Read More…]
Well, it has certainly been an interesting year in real estate. To listen to mainstream media, real estate is a dumpster fire. Have there been changes in the real estate industry? Yes! Yet homebuyers and [Read More…]
On March 17, 2022, the Federal Reserve Bank made its first rate increase since 2018. Since that date, we have experienced 11 rate increases until July 26, 2023, in an effort to curtail inflation. Those [Read More…]
Let’s mix things up — instead of sharing how pricing in real estate happens, let’s chat about a few misconceptions and what does not matter. 1. Original purchase price. The amount the seller originally paid for the [Read More…]
Over the past decade the commercial real estate landscape has experienced expediential change. Translation: E-commerce has been in full swing, we experienced a moderate recession that started in December of 2007 and concluded in 2009, [Read More…]
Love is in the air. And you know what I love? Real estate. As supervising broker of a thriving real estate firm in Newport News and with a passion for the local real estate market, [Read More…]
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