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About Me
I am a licensed REALTOR in Virginia who helps clients buy and sell residential properties in cities
of Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Virginia Beach. My experience includes working
with military relocations, first-time buyers, investors, new construction and clients who are ready to
move up to a new home or empty nesters looking to size down. In short I am ready to help you
achieve your real estate goals.
For buyers and sellers I apply my professional expertise including the following:
Locating appropriate properties
Attracting buyers to purchase my property listings
Pricing
Financing
Coaching and qualifying buyers and sellers
Home inspection monitoring
Negotiating
Settlement procedures
Professional Affiliations and Awards
Greater Hampton Roads Realtors Association
Virginia Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
REIN MLS Organization
Circle of Excellence Award (Past seven years)
Hampton Roads Rookie of the Year (1998)
Coldwell Banker Top Listing Agent
Education
B.S. Business Administration, Real estate Concentration, Woodbury University
M.A. Public Communications, Pepperdine University
Graduate, Real Estate Institute
Commitment to Clients
1. I will work hard on your behalf. I understand how important a real estate decision is to you,
and I will to do everything possible to make sure you get the finest service.
2. I will make every second count. I know your time is precious.
3. I will make communication with you my top priority. You should never be in doubt about
what is happening with your home search or sale.
4. I will be honest and patient during the entire process and afterward.
5. I will strive to be your prime source for the solid information it takes to meet your real estate needs.
of Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Virginia Beach. My experience includes working
with military relocations, first-time buyers, investors, new construction and clients who are ready to
move up to a new home or empty nesters looking to size down. In short I am ready to help you
achieve your real estate goals.
For buyers and sellers I apply my professional expertise including the following:
Locating appropriate properties
Attracting buyers to purchase my property listings
Pricing
Financing
Coaching and qualifying buyers and sellers
Home inspection monitoring
Negotiating
Settlement procedures
Professional Affiliations and Awards
Greater Hampton Roads Realtors Association
Virginia Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
REIN MLS Organization
Circle of Excellence Award (Past seven years)
Hampton Roads Rookie of the Year (1998)
Coldwell Banker Top Listing Agent
Education
B.S. Business Administration, Real estate Concentration, Woodbury University
M.A. Public Communications, Pepperdine University
Graduate, Real Estate Institute
Commitment to Clients
1. I will work hard on your behalf. I understand how important a real estate decision is to you,
and I will to do everything possible to make sure you get the finest service.
2. I will make every second count. I know your time is precious.
3. I will make communication with you my top priority. You should never be in doubt about
what is happening with your home search or sale.
4. I will be honest and patient during the entire process and afterward.
5. I will strive to be your prime source for the solid information it takes to meet your real estate needs.
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Clint Johnson answered:
Sorry for the late answer. I just got into the system. I have sold lots of property in 23451 and lived at Harbour Point for a few years. I know this specific market very well. I can tell you what others have said, all markets are local.
It is true that Virginia Beach has experienced some slow down. However, it is still the most popular area in Hampton Roads. With military transfers, retirees moving into the area and people still moving up in value, houses are still being bought and sold. Housing prices have declined but at a much slower rate than other areas. The average market time right now is 86 days. A year ago at this time, it was 62 days. So, the answer is if you want to sell now, go ahead. Just be sure to market your home at or below the market for a home like yours. Also, recognize that selling your home is going to take longer than it did last year.
Neither Bob Shiller or me or anyone else knows when this situation will clear up. So just take a look at your financial goals and make your decision based on your own interests. Above all, remember, we are all in the same place you are in. I certainly don't think it should be scary for you. Again, dedide what you want, ignore the negativity of meda gurus and move ahead. If you want to know what your property is worth, just go to my web site.
It is true that Virginia Beach has experienced some slow down. However, it is still the most popular area in Hampton Roads. With military transfers, retirees moving into the area and people still moving up in value, houses are still being bought and sold. Housing prices have declined but at a much slower rate than other areas. The average market time right now is 86 days. A year ago at this time, it was 62 days. So, the answer is if you want to sell now, go ahead. Just be sure to market your home at or below the market for a home like yours. Also, recognize that selling your home is going to take longer than it did last year.
Neither Bob Shiller or me or anyone else knows when this situation will clear up. So just take a look at your financial goals and make your decision based on your own interests. Above all, remember, we are all in the same place you are in. I certainly don't think it should be scary for you. Again, dedide what you want, ignore the negativity of meda gurus and move ahead. If you want to know what your property is worth, just go to my web site.
Clint Johnson answered:
In the previous answers you got a lot of good advice. I'll just add mine as a long time resident and Realtor.
The Ghent area of Norfolk is the trendy section of Norfolk. But to be honest, it is very doubtful that you could find much within your price range. I would suggest you look in Virginia Beach or Cheapeake if you want to be on the South Side of Hamton Roads. You can stil find propeties, especially condos and townhouses. Renting is always a smart thing to do when you first arrive in an area. Afterwords, if you find you like the area, it would be smart to buy a home. Ignore advice about not buying. In this market, you can find some terrific deals, I know ,I am finding them for my buyers.
Hampton Roads is a very nice place to live. There is an active cultural life and the Ocean Front is really busy during the summer and on weekends during the off season. Come on down!
The Ghent area of Norfolk is the trendy section of Norfolk. But to be honest, it is very doubtful that you could find much within your price range. I would suggest you look in Virginia Beach or Cheapeake if you want to be on the South Side of Hamton Roads. You can stil find propeties, especially condos and townhouses. Renting is always a smart thing to do when you first arrive in an area. Afterwords, if you find you like the area, it would be smart to buy a home. Ignore advice about not buying. In this market, you can find some terrific deals, I know ,I am finding them for my buyers.
Hampton Roads is a very nice place to live. There is an active cultural life and the Ocean Front is really busy during the summer and on weekends during the off season. Come on down!
Clint Johnson answered:
Hi B,
You have certainly posed a challenging question, but not unusual. and Elizabeth gave you good advice. I would just add the following. First, the advice you already have about finding a good, helpful lender is the primay action you should take. If you have credit issues, which may be the case with a low credit score, your loan officer may recommend a Credit Restoration consultant. Avoid the internet offers because many of them are scams. Second, scour the newspaper for opportunites to Lease to Own or Lease Option. Normally you can find these in the For Rent section. Tell the owner you would like to rent with an option to buy. You can find instructions on this on the internet and in bookstores. Ask the owner if he/she will apply part of your rent to a down payment. This way you have a savings plan for accruing a down payment. Third, if you and/or your spouse can find a little part -time job you can perhaps save some money for the down payment. In this market, as you have already heard, if is almost impossible to purchase with no money down unless you qualify for a VA loan. I have worked with folks in the same situation you are in and with some sarifice and hard work they have impoved their credit and raised the money for a down payment. Hope this helps.
You have certainly posed a challenging question, but not unusual. and Elizabeth gave you good advice. I would just add the following. First, the advice you already have about finding a good, helpful lender is the primay action you should take. If you have credit issues, which may be the case with a low credit score, your loan officer may recommend a Credit Restoration consultant. Avoid the internet offers because many of them are scams. Second, scour the newspaper for opportunites to Lease to Own or Lease Option. Normally you can find these in the For Rent section. Tell the owner you would like to rent with an option to buy. You can find instructions on this on the internet and in bookstores. Ask the owner if he/she will apply part of your rent to a down payment. This way you have a savings plan for accruing a down payment. Third, if you and/or your spouse can find a little part -time job you can perhaps save some money for the down payment. In this market, as you have already heard, if is almost impossible to purchase with no money down unless you qualify for a VA loan. I have worked with folks in the same situation you are in and with some sarifice and hard work they have impoved their credit and raised the money for a down payment. Hope this helps.
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