As REALTORS®, we get asked many questions by Buyers. We’re happy to help answer as many as we can, ones like: how old is the roof on a house, or does it use gas or electrical heat? Your Solutions agent can tell you pretty much anything you need to know about a home you’re hoping […]
REALTOR vs AGENT?
What’s the difference between a REALTOR® vs an Agent? Many people interested in buying a home often ask us, “What’s the difference between a Realtor® and a real estate agent, and, where does a broker fit in the equation?” We hear the terms real estate agent and Realtor® bandied about quite often, and many people […]
The Second Agent Dance
There is a saying, almost a joke, among many Realtors: “The second listing agent often wins” I have heard this from so many seasoned real estate agents who will tell you that the first agent will do most of the work and if the home does not sell, the next listing agent will benefit greatly. […]
Charlottesville Solutions is a Green Business
What do I mean by this? When we opened the doors at Solutions, two years ago, I had a few simple rules for myself and our agents. One of the most important rules was “never hand me a piece of paper“. The story actually started several years ago. I wrote a blog post in Aug […]
Becky Crowe and Gibson Homes join Solutions
I promised you a surprise from Solutions and we are very excited to announce that Becky Crowe has joined Charlottesville Real Estate Solutions. Many people know Becky as not only an exceptional agent and advocate for her clients, but also as the representative for Gibson Homes in Charlottesville. Having a background in new construction gives […]
Charlottesville Solutions welcomes Sybil Mahanes
Well the word is out and we are very excited to announce that Sybil Mahanes has joined Charlottesville Real Estate Solutions. Sybil was born and raised in Charlottesville Virginia. Her love of the area and its people is infectious. Prior to real estate, Sybil was the owner of the Ivy Store, a landmark in Western […]
Explaining Virginia’s new Buyer Brokerage Agreement law
New Virginia Buyer Brokerage Agreement law What you need to know as of July 1, 2012 If you’re thinking of purchasing a home in Virginia, you’ll want to know that there’s a new Agency law that will take effect on July 1 that will change the way you can see houses no matter where you […]
Top 3 Google+ tips for Real Estate Business
Write a good Bio Seems like this is a no brainer but I am amazed at how many people have little or no Bio on Google. Why spend so much time without having a good Bio, makes no sense to me. Engage Google+ is very social and you have the opportunity to engage with “specific” circles of […]
Real Estate Scam? – you have been warned
I recently got this email: Hi there, I am interested in viewing one of your properties, could you please call me on my foreign mobile +882 135 502 99 to setup a time. As I am travelling at the moment I am unable to pickup emails regularly so please call. Kind regards, Liz Casey […]
Positive, Focused, Above the Crowd!
Thomas Jefferson and Charlottesville Homes They say that Real Estate is local and with the current environment that is certainly true. I recently read a blog from Spokane Washington Real Estate Expert, BethAnn Long about their local market. My response to her was “Stay positive and stay focused you are above the crowd just by […]
Solutions at the closing table today
This morning we are getting quite a rain in the Charlottesville area (most of the East Coast is getting it) So of course I get to go out to a walk-though and then to the closing table with clients. I like to attend closings at the attorneys office. There is often questions that my clients […]
Charlottesville Solutions and Agent Feedback
I show homes in the Charlottesville area almost every day. Many agents ask for feedback in one form or another. Some ask by email, Some call my cell and recently I got a text message asking for feedback.A few questions to ponder 1. Is it in my clients best interest to give feedback? What if […]
Charlottesville Tuesday closing
Off to a walk-thru this morning and then a closing on a Crozet home. Charlottesville Real Estate offers many areas that are really very charming and Crozet is one of those area. Come see why so many people love our area.
One of those days in Charlottesville :)
Charlottesville Broker Today is Wednesday and after several days of showing homes in Charlottesville, writing a couple offers and looking at 2 new listing, I need to take a little break! This morning I have been working on paperwork and setting appointments for more showings this afternoon and Friday. With so much business I feel […]
Our Market in Charlottesville from our association
Our mid-year market report from the Charlottesville Area association of Realtors has just been released. See attached report and let me know if you have any questions. One note about the report: The tax credit had a significant impact in helping the numbers look good, but moving forward the tax credit will likely have […]
CAAR’s Newly Installed 2010 Officers & Directors – Congratulations
Congratulations to Greg Slater, the newly installed 2010 President of CAAR! Also congratulations to the new Executive Committee and new Board of Directors members, who were sworn in: Barbara McMurry, President-Elect Brad Conner, Treasurer Daniel Rothamel, Director Joelle Meintzschel, Director Karen Pape, Director Posted via email from Charlottesville Virginia
Bad MLS Photos… are you serious?
I can not believe these photos are in our local MLS. Now I am not going to mention the agent or the property. I do think that if this is the best you can do, you need to hire a photographer. In fact agents if this is the best you can do, call me and […]
2009 3rd Quarter Market Report CAAR
Remember what I recently posted about Statistics? —- CAAR Market Report 2009 After 3 Quarters Published by the Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® Where Are We Now? Home sales, compared to 2008, showed improvement in the 3rd Quarter. At mid-year, sales were down 28%, but after the first 9 months of the year, sales […]
CAAR Tech Meeting this morning (Photo)
CAAR Tech Meeting this morning We are making decisions that will effect all members (Charlottesville Real Estate Agents). My only concern with our meetings is that members are not really aware of the consequences… Posted via email from Charlottesville Real Estate
CAAR meeting (photo)
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