1) first time homebuyers are less risky than second+ homebuyers, and rental history was now allowed to be used when qualifying buyers. I asked Matt Hodges with Gray Fox Mortgage to send me what he was talking about; when I got it, I asked him to write something for you, so we can all learn something.
Inventory & Homeowners Insurance in the 2025 Charlottesville Real Estate Market
Two stories that will lead the stories of the 2025 Charlottesville real estate market:
Inventory will increase in the Charlottesville – Albemarle markets
Homeowners insurance will become a greater part of the Charlottesville real estate market conversation
What Makes a “Bad” Real Estate Agent?
What makes a “bad” real estate agent?
Easy question to ask, but first we need to define what “bad” means. And “good.”
Corporate Homebuyers in Charlottesville/Albemarle?
What’s the rough ratio of private buyers vs. LLC’s or Corporations buying houses in this area? There are a ton of articles touting how home buying has increased significantly this past year, but they seem at odds with other articles espousing how corporations are buying up inventory at an astounding rate and leaving them empty or using them as rentals. Since houses in this area seem more unaffordable than ever, I’m wondering if there’s a correlation.
December 2024 Monthly Note – Recapping 2024 Charlottesville market, HOAs, Negotiating, Finding Value, & Freedom
This month: quick market roundup, value, negotiations with clients and/or children, finding market equilibrium, Reddit AMA, and true transportation freedom.
2024 Charlottesville Real Estate Market – Nearly a Wrap
We talked market, growth, infrastructure. Today’s part of the recap is about the Charlottesville real estate market. Have a question? I’m always happy to talk, or meet for coffee or a pint. Reach out anytime.