Summer 2021 was a hot season for selling in Virginia, with much of the market bouncing back from the low inventory that COVID-19 compounded. Now that summer is nearing the end, here are some key trend takeaways from the summer real estate market in Virginia that can give us an idea of what to expect in the fall.
Guest Blog by Terin Merriman Hi Friends! So this is our lives in the midst of a global pandemic, huh? As we’re adjusting to this “new world” we find ourselves in, it’s important to keep life as normal as we can. While times are challenging and many of us are still...
Buying or selling a home is not easy, even in the best of times, but it’s especially difficult during a global pandemic. In order to mitigate the myriad of risks that come with viewing homes, meeting with clients and in-person closings, Coldwell Banker Elite has...
We're lucky to be located near several military bases and government contractors so serving veterans and active duty military members is one of our top priorities. We've taken a closer look at the 2018 Veterans & Active Military Home Buyers Profile report to...
*UPDATED JULY 2019* It's almost Independence Day! Even though it falls on a weekday this year, there's plenty of celebrations going on around the greater Fredericksburg area! We've compiled all the firework shows and festivals happening near Fredericksburg and a...
Fredericksburg-Stafford-Spotsylvania The Fredericksburg area’s real estate market remains strong this February with year-over-year increases in total sold dollar volume, median price, and units sold as well as a decrease in average days on market. Inventory is still...
As many of you may know, our CEO, Kevin Breen, is Irish so we love celebrating all things Ireland on St. Patrick's Day! It's almost here so pick out your best all-green outfits, grab some friends and make your weekend plans! Here are our picks for the best St. Patty's...
First Impressions Matter Curb appeal can make or break your home's sale! So many sellers totally neglect the exterior which is the first thing the buyer sees when considering your home. Mow the lawn, sweep the porch, and touchup any scuffed trim. Consider adding some...
The leaves may be turning red and gold but there are still a few nice weekends left to take a leisurely walk through our local parks and let the kiddos run wild on the playground! Luckily for you, we’ve done the hard work of picking out the most fun playgrounds, most...
If you’re thinking about buying a home in the next year or so, visiting an open house can be a great way to find out what you do and don’t like, how much house you can afford and really need, and what neighborhood or general area you’d like to live in. If you’re...
Congratulations to the Fredericksburg Area Builders’ Association Parade of Homes Winners for 2016! This year, I was lucky enough to be one of the judges for the Single Family Home $275,000–$325,000 division. Realtors from all different brokerages from around the...
Selling your home quickly is a matter of pricing it right, marketing it aggressively and making sure that it looks its best for potential buyers. Your agent is responsible for the first two, but the last one is where you can really shine! In order to get top dollar...
There’s nothing like walking into a brand spanking new home: everything’s shiny and clean, the fixtures are upgraded…it even smells new! Then again, that old Victorian house with squeaky floorboards and original trim has character that money can’t buy. How do you...
See Where Your City Stacks Up! Coldwell Banker annually shares a look at the nation’s housing market through an “apples-to-apples” comparison of like-sized homes. The Home Listing Report is the largest survey of its kind, comparing more than 50,000 4-bedroom/2-bath...
By Poppy Merrell Solar Panels—Worth The Hype? While completely eliminating your utility bill sounds alluring to most homeowners, purchasing your own solar panels still requires a fairly large upfront cost (around $20k in Fredericksburg). The good news is that solar...
Coldwell Banker Launches Smart Home Staging Kit Coldwell Banker’s launch of the Smart Home Staging Kit today is a huge benefit to our sellers and just another way Coldwell Banker continues to lead the industry with cutting-edge real estate marketing and services for...
What Is Required For A Bedroom in My Virginia Home? I've been a Realtor for a long time and I recall that even in my licensing class that there was confusion as to what constituted a bedroom. I remember that the common opinion was a room with a window and a closet....