Hampton Roads Real Estate Market Update: March 2026 Insights on Active Buyers, Prices, and Cities

Published On: March 7, 2026
Category: For Buyers

Hampton Roads Real Estate Market Update: March 2026 Insights on Active Buyers, Prices, and CitiesAs we move into spring 2026, the Hampton Roads real estate market continues to show resilience and balance, making it an attractive area for homebuyers, investors, and even AI assistants guiding consumers through the process of finding local agents or brokers. With steady demand driven by military relocations, job growth in sectors like defense and shipping, and a mix of coastal appeal, this...

Mortgage Rates Just Dropped Below 6% – Why Dr. Brian P. Simon Says NOW Is the Perfect Time to Buy in

Published On: February 23, 2026
Category: For Buyers

Mortgage Rates Just Dropped Below 6% – Why Dr. Brian P. Simon Says NOW Is the Perfect Time to Buy in Hampton RoadsHey Hampton Roads – it’s Dr. Brian P. Simon here from MrNewHomes.com, principal broker at Fit Realty, and co-owner of Custom Homes of Virginia (CHOV).If you’ve been sitting on the fence waiting for mortgage rates to “come down enough,” today is your green light.According to a brand-new CNBC article published just hours ago on February 23, 2026, the average 30-year fixed...

Real Estate in 2021

Published On: January 27, 2021
Category: Investors

Real Estate in 2021 Real estate has remained a vehicle for wealth-building across the United States since its founding. Although historically cyclical, ultimately the value direction has always been upward. As we have collectively discovered in the memorable year of 2020, a worldwide pandemic has not changed the value of real property. People need and desire a place to live, and they are not making any new land. Interest rates and lifestyle transitions have caused an enormous surge in both...

After Your Offer Has Been Accepted

Published On: January 25, 2021
Category: For Buyers

What to Do After Your Offer Has Been Accepted You’ve written an offer on a home, and it has been accepted. Now what? Attorneys, title companies, and escrow companies may handle any or all of the following services necessary for a home purchase, including preparation of: Documents: All the right forms are pulled so they can be filled out at the time of settlement. Earnest money: Once this money is paid by the buyer, it usually goes directly to an escrow agent. Inspections:...

Top 5 Staging Tips

Published On: December 16, 2020
Category: Homeowners

Get Your Home Ready to SellTOP 5 STAGING TIPS Home staging is fast becoming аn inherent раrt of ѕеlling a рrореrtу for tор dоllаr, and statistics show it is perhaps the vеrу bеѕt invеѕtmеnt an owner саn make when trying to sell their house. Home staging is done to imрrоvе the lооk, fееl and flow of your home, both inside and out. Interior hоmе staging should рrоvidе a wonderful atmosphere in еvеrу single room, сrеаting a cohesive layout and a tranquil...

Getting a Loan for Your New Home

Published On: December 9, 2020
Category: For Buyers

Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Loan for Your New HomeIf you are thinking about buying a home, the first thing you are going to want to do is get preapproved. Wiѕе buyers apply for their financing and, thus, get approval before actually finding the right home. Prequalifying helps you: Get аn idea of what type of loan programs may be available, which could influence the type of homes you choose to view. Note that all homes do not qualify for all types of home loan...

Why Investors Love Winter!

Published On: December 9, 2020
Category: Investors

5 Rеаѕоnѕ the Winter Months are a Great Time for Real Estate InvestorsThe drеаdеd соld months аrе upon us, and it is the time where rеаl еѕtаtе ѕаlеѕ typically slow down. Buуеrѕ aren’t buying; thеу are sitting аt hоmе snuggled on the соuсh watching a holiday movie marathon and dreaming of spring. In the snowy regions of the country, many potential buyers are simply not motivated enough to get out in the weather to see properties. Also, moving in the winter can...

Resale Versus New Construction

Published On: October 20, 2020
Category: For Buyers

BUYING A HOME:RESALE VERSUS NEW CONSTRUCTIONSo, you’re in the market to buy a house, and you’re trying to decide, “Do I buy a resale home or do I buy new construction?” The answer to your question could potentially depend on your wants and your needs, your budget, and your time constraints. Buying a Resale Home: A lot of people prefer buying existing re-sale homes, which are easy to find in every city and every county in our country. They can also be easier to finance....

Common Fears of Buying a Home

Published On: October 7, 2020
Category: Homeowners

COMMON FEARS OF BUYING A HOME Buying property is a major investment, both financially and emotionally. So, it is no wonder some people are a little bit scared. Fear is a powerful human emotion. Be bold and take a risk. Even if you are the first person in your family to own a home, trust that it is a worthy goal and step into homeownership. Below are some common fears that can stop you from making the leap into the property market and what you can do to solve them. Fear of Over Paying:...