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Take Advantage of These Common Homeowner Tax Breaks

Being a homeowner definitely has its advantages, and saving money on your taxes each year just might be at the top of the list. Make sure you're taking advantage of these common tax perks as a homeowner.

Have you noticed this in your neighborhood?

Have you noticed there are very few real estate “For Sale” signs in your neighborhood?On Sundays, you barely ever see an open house sign around here lately.A lot of people are saying the real...

Make The Most Of Your Virginia Beach, Chesapeake Kitchen Space! 7 Time-tested Organizing Tips

Out of all the rooms in your home, your kitchen gets the most traffic. Whether you're getting ready to stage and sell your home, or you're unpacking kitchen items into your new home, you'll want to have it...

21 Things A Real Estate Agent Should Do For You

Just like in any other profession, there are good real estate agents ... and there are, unfortunately, subpar real estate agents, too. But how do you know if you've got a dreamboat or a dud handling your real...

What you Need to Know About Fixed vs. Adjustable Rates

You're about to become a first-time homeowner—this is an exciting time! As you begin working with lenders on securing pre-approval for a mortgage, you probably hear some terms when it comes to mortgage...

Housing Inventory Shrinks Despite Decrease in Hampton Roads Home Sales

Housing Inventory Shrinks Despite Decrease in Hampton Roads Home Sales Inventory still remains low in the Hampton Roads market, despite a slight decrease in pending sales activity.Statistics provided by REIN.

Best Decorated Home Contest for Lakeview Shores & Lakeview Park

Hi Neighbor, do you enjoy decorating your home for the Holidays? We love holiday lights as much as you do, so this year the winner of the Best Christmas Light Display in Lakeview Shores or Lakeview Park will...

How to Find Down Payment Assistance Programs

You just found your dream home, and it’s within your budget! One thing has you scratching your head though, how are you going to come up with the 20% down payment? You're worried that if you can't find...

16 People You Need In Your Homeowner Network

So you're finally a homeowner -- congratulations! This is an important step in anyone's life, and it's absolutely normal to feel somewhat (or wildly) unprepared for the realities of owning a place of your own....

How To Throw A Great Block Party

Moving into a new neighborhood isn't always a walk in the park, especially if you don't know anybody there. But how do you get to know your neighbors in a new environment, one that's unfamiliar to you?