Check out this (large) PowerPoint presentation from this morning’s monthly Realtor meeting. There was a huge amount of information given – too much to digest at one time. Even more information can be found at the City’s site, notably the Development pdf.I exported the file into Flash, hoping I could display it here, but the file is 25 megs.
Date Archives May 2007
New construction question from a reader
Any thoughts?In response to my question as to whether they are currently working with a Realtor -Well, we are not working with a realtor right now, as in the past most realtors have not given any specific advice due to fear of lawsuits, I suspect…. But with three new developments feeding into the same school district, I figure someone definitely knows something I don’t!I think for us now is a great time to buy…and we have found it easier to negotiate with builders rather than sellers in resale homes.Anyhow, I would love to hear your thoughts in general. Please feel free to use my story on your blog.Again, keep up the good work…with honest and thoughtful realtors like you in the business, it sure must makes it easier to find someone to trust.As I told the writer, rather than give specific advice as she is not a client, I will answer the questions here, in a more general sense…. As you are aware, there is significant growth around this development, all of which are feeding into the City School System, so there will likely be growing pains and redistricting.As as aside, thanks for thinking that I “might know something (you) don’t.”)
Local media appearance next week
It’s not Fox News, but it is on what may be the most-listened-to local talk radio station. Tune into WINA Tuesday, 8 May at 4:15 to hear me hopefully not make a fool of myself talking about the Charlottesville real estate market. To be successful in real estate blogging, blogging is not enough. One has to triangulate locally to garner traffic, visibility and more importantly, trust.Not that I have anything to do with what we will talk about, but are there any questions or topics anybody would like to hear?
How many Town Centers do we need in CharlAlbemarle?
Just in CharlAlbemarle — Hollymead Town Center (29 North)- Old Trail Town Center (Crozet, West of Charlottesville)- Belvedere Town Center (North Central Charlottesville) – link not yet live- Albemarle Place (Central Charlottesville)- North Pointe (29 North)- The Downtown Mall (City Center)- Eventually there will be one in or around the Biscuit Run development to the South of the City.Update 05-02-2007: Here is my first attempt at Google MyMaps; it was too easy.What are the effects and impacts of the proliferation of town centers?… More shopping.From a real estate perspective, these may have very different and varied effects:- One will be that some buyers will want to be as close as possible to the town centers to take advantage of the “walkability” of what these town centers will offer.- On the flip side, the town centers will drive perhaps an equal number away from these town centers; these people want access to the shopping offered, but don’t want to see or deal with the town centers and the traffic, congestion, sounds, smells, etc. on a daily basis.- And even further, some will be driven further out in the rural areas so that they can get as far away as possible.What is the common denominator?… Any transplants to C’Ville who are willing to share their perspective?Update #2 05/02/2007 – Interesting and relevant article from the WSJ blog today.Right now, my husband and I are still renting, but we have started to think of making the big purchase…. I have no problem moving somewhere for a year or two and then trying something different; my husband dreads moving and wants to hold off until we find the perfect place – so we will stay put for a while.
Tuesday links – 05-01-2007
Google helps the Commonwealth of Virginia’s site be more searchable. The Commonwealth’s site.For those who want to avoid DUIs and enjoy the Charlottesville area vineyards, give Wine Tours of Virginia a try; I’ve been trying to slot out the time for months.This week’s favorite search query bringing folks to this blog – “excuse letter to a client for a bad presentation in real estate”Homeowners Wage a Rebellion As Property-Tax Assessments Rise – The Central Virginia area is not alone.It’s a competition for “the one square inch on my iGoogle page or my Newsvine or RSS reader.”C-Ville is leading the pack with their continued series on sustainable living, building and breathing.Green businesses are growing.