Lori Jeltema

"Your Hampton Roads Agent!"
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Lori Jeltema,  in Yorktown
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About Me
After graduating high school , I joined the Air Force and met my husband while stationed in Germany. We traveled a lot and thoroughly enjoyed our lives in the Military. My husband's final assignment before retirement was at Langley so we decided to settle down in Yorktown with our two children. I am now in my 7th year of real estate and have to say that the best thing about it is meeting people! No matter what the market is like, it's always a challenge. Like most military families, I feel like I've moved a gazillion times. I can appreciate the need for people throughout the process to not only do their jobs - but want to do it well. Most of my business comes from past client referrals and recommendations from friends. The impression I leave with a client is very important to me. I don't pressure people but I do know that good, honest advice (whether a client wants to hear it or not) is vital. Feel free to call or write! ~Lori
Testimonials
"My husband and I moved here from Europe. Before our arrival, Lori had already started sending us listings based on our buying preferences. As soon as we arrived, she and I hit the ground running and looked at many homes. She was always patient, cheerful and helpful. You can tell she truly cares about her client's happiness which is obvious by her many referrals from past clients. One of the things that my husband and I admired most about Lori was her honesty and integrity. She took the time to answer questions that we never even knew to ask so that we were always informed and comfortable with our home buying decision. When we were just about to give up on finding exactly what we wanted in a home, Lori found just the right house. When we leave this area, Lori will be our selling agent, no questions asked. My husband and I give Lori Jeltema our highest recommendation as a real estate professional, and as a top-notch individual."
Stephen and Leslie M. Thu Jun 26
"Almost a year ago we used Lori to purchase our first home. There we many uncertainties and lots of home buyer information to learn. Lori not only has the real estate knowledge but also the local area knowledge which helped us find our perfect home. We have now been in our home for over a year and we love it!! It is just what we were looking for and more. Lori was helpful and willing to patiently work with us all the way to the end. Thank you!"
Melinda and Jeremy Thu May 22
"I am glad that my husband and I found Lori and don’t know what we would have done without her! My husband and I met Lori Jeltema in June of 2006. We were newly married and expecting our first child. My husband is in the military, so both of us were unfamiliar with the area. Lori was very patient, helpful and understanding during our search for the perfect house. We found a house in August and Lori made the process very easy. She got our contract approved and we were ready to go. We used our VA Loan and didn’t have to put any money down and we closed almost immediately. With the BAH that the military provides, we didn’t have to pay anything extra out or our pockets for our mortgage. We were actually only paying only a little more than our apartment rent and gained a lot of square footage and equity. Lori was there every step of the way throughout the whole process and made it painless. After we purchased the house, Lori would often stop by or call to check up on us. We formed a wonderful friendship. After living at our house for three years, my husband received orders for a different state. I called Lori and she immediately went to work. Lori listed our house while I was on vacation and sold it in 2 days with us making a profit of almost $70,000. We couldn’t believe it and that wasn’t the end of what Lori did. Lori researched our new area and found us a real estate agent to help us when we got there. She even called and talked to the agent to see if she was what we were looking for. Lori told her what we wanted and when we got to SC she was ready to help. My husband and I were very impressed with Lori and would recommend no one else. Lori goes above and beyond her job description to make sure her clients are happy. I am glad that my husband and I found Lori and don’t know what we would have done without her!"
Angel Fleming Fri Jun 17, 2005
"Lori made the whole long distance sale easy and hassle free! Every little detail was taken care of and we never worried about anything! Lori always looked out for our best interests and made the whole sale of our home a pleasure. She kept in constant touch with us, we felt like we knew everything we needed to know right away. We had an awesome experience working with Lori!"
Jennifer Seman Tue Jun 7, 2005
"She is a person that cares for the individual. She is the ultimate 'people person' with incredible attention to detail and great follow-up on the smallest of details. She used her experience and knowledge to keep us clear of trouble. Mr. & Mrs. Atkins"
Mr. & Mrs. Atkins 
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Lori Jeltema's Answers (13)
Lori Jeltema answered:
Vicky, You're a hoot! Give me a buzz if you're ever in my area and we'll have lunch! I was laughing so hard that my husband came in to find out what the heck was so funny! - Sun Aug 3 2008, 17:32
Alicia, In my opinion, you are not ready to buy a home. It is wonderful that you are thinking ahead, but I think it would be in your best interest to continue to save your money until you have a larger down payment (closing costs alone could eat that $5000) and earning more income to qualify for a home in your area. It is tough to pay rent every month and not have it going towards your home. You may want to sit down with an agent and a lender and figure out what income it would take for you to purchase a home that you feel is suitable. If you could increase your income to that amount and it is acceptable to the lender, then your options are better. Good luck. - Thu Jul 31 2008, 17:35

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Lori Jeltema answered:
Jackie, I don't think that someone understands the 'Team' you are talking about! If you are new to the business, use this opportunity to work with an experienced agent who can train you well. When you catch on to the business and feel that you can generate your own business and go it alone..you will. Until then, learn from everyone on your team..Good luck. - Thu Jul 31 2008, 17:28
Lori Jeltema answered:
Dan, I just ratified a contract on one of my listing on Saturday. The buyer's agent and I have already had the home inspection done and the VA appraiser was at the house this morning at 9 a.m. If you are negotiating an offer on a home, get the names of a few good home inspectors to interview then ask one of them to pencil you in the following week or as soon as you think you'll wrap things up. Be prepared. Get cozy with a good loan officer and have all your paperwork ready. A lot of it is really up to you. My last closing took 34 days from contract to close and could have closed sooner if necessary. I had a great buyer's agent on the other end who did his job. As long as everyone cooperates and works on it, you will be shopping at Bed Bath and Beyond before you know it. Good luck. - Thu Jul 31 2008, 17:24
Lori Jeltema answered:
Roger, if you have a home to sell in Toano, you don't necesarily want a list of just the Hampton-Roads agents. You need to make sure that the agent is a member of the Williamsburg (and possibly Richmond) MLS. A Peninsula or Southside agent that is only a member of the Peninsula MLS system will not have your listing in the appropriate MLS areas and that is not in your best interest. If they are not a member, your listing will not show up in the right areas. - Thu Jul 31 2008, 17:17
Lori Jeltema answered:
Veronica, it is unethical for agents to advice a buyer when they are already working with an agent :( Ask your agent to brainstorm with you and their broker, if necessary. - Thu Jul 31 2008, 17:08
My Listings
Single-Family Home, VA 23608 Single-Fami…
$269,500
4 br  2½ ba Listing Web Site
105 S Winterberry Ct, Smithfield, VA 23430 105 S Winte…
$324,900
4 br  2½ ba  
126 Duff Drive, Yorktown, VA 23692 126 Duff Dr…
$338,000
4 br  2½ ba  
Single-Family Home, VA 23608 Single-Fami…
$299,000
5 br  3.0 ba Listing Web Site
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Specialties
I specialize in the Hampton Roads area from Virginia Beach to Williamsburg, VA and also in the Smithfield area. Moving to Virginia?
Certifications & Awards
I have been a Realtor for nearly 7 years and have been an award winner for six years.
Interests
Living in Hampton Roads, it's nearly impossible to NOT be interested in the Military community. I am prior Air Force and my husband is retired Air Force. We've moved a lot, and know how difficult it can be.
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