Jim Duncan

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Jim Duncan, in Charlottesville
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Realtor, real estate blogger and highly regarded real estate expert in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Rebecca Ston…, Home Seller in Charlottesville

Is now a good time to sell a condo in Belmont?

Asked Mon Jun 2 2008, 08:29 by Rebecca Ston…  -  Charlottesville  -  Home Selling  -  7 answers
Jim Duncan answered:
Rebecca -

The short answer is "it depends" - are you willing to undercut the competing properties by X% in order to get it sold?

Sold comps are important as Fulton says, but I believe that Sold Comps Matter Less in this market.

Where is your condo located in Belmont? What new construction (or anticipated new construction are you competing against)? - Wed Jun 4 2008, 04:25
Jared, Home Buyer in Utah

Need a low-ball realtor

Asked Thu Apr 10 2008, 16:29 by Jared  -  Charlottesville  -  Home Buying  -  8 answers
Jim Duncan answered:
Jared -

Not every house in Charlottesville is 20-25% overvalued, but if I can come relatively close to justifying it, I'm game. If you're qualified, have a fair amount of cash and are ready to go, give me a ring or shoot me an email.

As far as whether we insult them, that's not so much the issue. All sellers are emotional when considering their houses. How we approach them (and I do so with data and statistics) - we remove the emotions and deal with facts.

If you're looking in Charlottesville, I'd be happy to talk to you. - Fri Apr 11 2008, 14:52
Anne, Just Looking in Virginia

I'm looking for a town in Va (I live in Northern Virginia)to buy a weekend condo, a town with lots of

Asked Tue Apr 8 2008, 16:42 by Anne  -  Virginia  -  Quality of Life  -  9 answers
Jim Duncan answered:
Have you thought about the Charlottesville, Virginia area? We have lots going on nearly every weekend. - Wed Apr 9 2008, 12:54
Paula, Buyer & Seller in Virginia

We are looking to sell our house in Waynesboro VA, will we be sitting on it for a while?

Asked Tue Apr 1 2008, 13:46 by Paula  -  22980  -  Home Selling  -  4 answers
Jim Duncan answered:
Paula -

Properties in Waynesboro, priced well that show well, are selling -some of which are selling quickly. On which street is your house? How many comparable houses are under contract within a close proximity? How many have sold, and when?

I hesitate to be more specific, as you seem to already have a Realtor and I work in your market.

The short answer is that "it depends" on a lot of factors - what is your home close to? - Tue Apr 1 2008, 18:23
Jmuftw1987, Home Buyer in Charlottesville

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Asked Sun Mar 23 2008, 22:01 by Jmuftw1987  -  Charlottesville  -  Home Buying  -  5 answers
Jim Duncan answered:
I do disagree with Cindy, however - the active and under contract properties absolutely do give significant insight into the state of the market - if nothing is selling, then prices are likely too high. - Mon Mar 24 2008, 06:40
I hesitate answering this question because the property is located in my market and I don't want to step on your and your Realtor's relationship. If this is the house I think it is,I would first start by verifying the days on market.

If you don't have a Realtor, please let me know and I will be happy to give you more information and talk to you in more detail. - Mon Mar 24 2008, 06:38
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Specialties
I enjoy working with first-time homebuyers and savvy homebuyers. I use technology effectively to enhance the real estate representation rather than overwhelm the process.

I love what I do and am passionate about excelling and helping my clients make the best decisions for them.
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Realtor for Century 21 Manley Associates
I've been a productive Realtor (with the accompanying shelf ornaments/dust collectors) for nearly seven years. The bulk of my business comes from personal referrals, repeat business and my blog.
August 2000—present
Certifications & Awards
I have earned various production awards, in which I place little value, but some people like to see that I have them.
Interests
I coach and play soccer, enjoy sampling the offers from the local breweries and vineyards and speaking to other Realtors about technology and real estate blogging and market analysis.
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