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Shan Brown
Home Seller

In the current market in Portsmouth, VA would it be better to sell now or lease until conditons are better? asked by Shan Brown

The current market in Portsmouth or anywhere in Tidewater is somewhat active if you ... read more answered by Christine Ca…

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What is the difference between decorating and staging a home? Why is staging so important?

Answered Thu May 8 2008, 14:29 by Michelle Lug… - 23703 - Home Selling
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What percentage of asking price are homes in 23703 selling for?

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Shan Brown
Home Seller

In the current market in Portsmouth, VA would it be better to sell now or lease until conditons are better? asked by Shan Brown

The current market in Portsmouth or anywhere in Tidewater is somewhat active if you ... read more answered by Christine Ca…

Harold Ashby…
Home Buyer

how can i find tax repossess homes in Virginia Beach? asked by Harold Ashby…

Yes...an agent can help you find foreclosures and short sales. I know a great agent in Virginia Beach, that I worked with named Patty. She is wi... read more answered by Kelly

Ernie Rogers
Real Estate Pro

Do real estate auctions work in this market? asked by Ernie Rogers

Depends. What kind of a property? I can't comment on Richmond - but call an auction company and ask what their success ratio is. read more answered by Vicky Chrisn…

Hyeshim
Home Buyer

what are the pros and cons of building a custom home? asked by Hyeshim

Just a suggestion to avoid surprises. Use an architect. An architect will not only do the design you choose, but she will put the specific pro... read more answered by Ellen Alderm…

Aj
Home Buyer

I am looking to purchase property in Northern Virginia, preferably something bank owned in order to have a asked by Aj

You have to be really careful when it comes to Realtors these days. I had a few bad ... read more answered by Jacqueline S…

Adel
Home Buyer

My husband and I are withdrawing funds from our 401K to put as a down payment on our first home. We dont have asked by Adel

Lending answer: There are severalissues to consider when withdrawing funds from a... read more answered by Deep River

Kellie
Home Buyer

We bid on house in the Hampton Roads area. The seller accepted our offer of 17% below their list price. It asked by Kellie

Hi Kellie, Yes you should ask ask the seller to pay for the repairs. The seller may ... read more answered by Carl Fuller

Leslie
Home Seller

In Virginia, I've signed a contract, and the realtor has a family member who is ill, so they can't hold asked by Leslie

You absolutely can. You can hold the house open every day for every second if you w... read more answered by Timothy Jenk…

M. Daniel
Home Seller

I am thinking of selling my single family home in the Oakton area and buying in Ashburn. How are prices? asked by M. Daniel

I know this was not a part of your anwser but I have had a lot of people relocate fr... read more answered by Kay Morrison

Lg
Home Buyer

I'm going to do a walk through before signing. Can I do this alone or does the Realtor have to be present? asked by Lg

Yes, there is a "verification of property" form which sometimes the sellers may requ... read more answered by Chris Kamali

Tim
Home Buyer

Selling bank won't ratify the closing. asked by Tim

Vicky, Thanks for reccommendation on an attorney. We just relocated from Florida to Virginia, so that's why the question is here. Fortunate... read more answered by Tim

Brian Fatzin…
Just Looking

My home is listed on the central Virginia MLS #2824634. Why doesn't it show up on a Trulia search? asked by Brian Fatzin…

Central Virginia MLS doesn't automatically link to Trulia. read more answered by Ellen Clark

Tammy
Home Buyer

My mother is considering a move to the the Dryden area. How do I get a real estate book sent to her? asked by Tammy

I assume you're looking for a book of advertised properties? May I refer you to an ... read more answered by Vicky Chrisn…

Andrew
Buyer & Seller

I bought my townhouse in 2005 in Alexandria, VA for 445K with 5% down. We want a bigger house in asked by Andrew

Andrew, In general, as long as you are moving up in the size of your home and sta... read more answered by AJ & Jodee H…

M
Home Buyer

I am trying to project my expenses for *after* I purchase a house. asked by M

Here's a fact that most people don't realize: everyone pays condo fees. By that I mean, condo fees can include maintenance, utilities, defe... read more answered by Will Nesbitt

Fred
Home Seller

I want to sell land near Front Royal VA asked by Fred

Hi Fred, I am a Realtor in Winchester, and I am familiar with Front Royal. If you would like to talk, give me a call 540-664-9130 read more answered by Brent Cline

Natasha
Home Buyer

a friend wants to keep his house, asked by Natasha

Nathasha, What are you going to do if you friend wont or can't buy it back from you? You are bette of renting for 1 year if you are planing t... read more answered by Rosie Morot-…

Renita
Buyer & Seller

Lender QuestionWhats the best way to find a lender? Do they vary greatly? Would it be inappropriate to? asked by Renita

Absolutely, have an honest conversation with any lender you talk with regarding what... read more answered by Jackie Hagen…

Brittney
Home Buyer

I am looking for a home in Williamsburg, VA and there is a home for 639k on the market that is new (being asked by Brittney

John, our area has one of the lowest foreclosure rates in the country. I don't thi... read more answered by Susan Krancer

Sarah
Home Buyer

There are two homes that I like, and one is a short sale. If I put an offer on the short sale, I could lose asked by Sarah

If you are an investor go for the short sale. If you need a house to live in within... read more answered by Jeff Royce