Climate Change & Real Estate

tl;dr: climate change is real. Time to change habits – how we eat, build houses, transport ourselves and things, and where and how we live. 1. I’m not qualified to be an alarmist, but I can read. 2. With respect to climate change, your beliefs do not matter Two years ago, I asked, “Would you buy a house in (or near) a flood plain?” That question…

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RealPodVA: Talking about New Construction

Real Central Pod VA 7-18-18 The One Where Jim Talks New Construction These podcasts are fun, I’ve had more than a few of my clients (and friends) tell me they have found them interesting, informative, and worthwhile. Give it a shot – Subscribe to the RealPodVA Podcast here. Transcript follows Jim: Hey there it’s Jim Duncan with Nest Realty, this is Real Pod VA, sitting here…

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As the Charlottesville Market Turns – 2018 Edition

It’s going to be an interesting 2019. I noted in July of this year, (twice) Q: Is the Charlottesville Real Estate Market Turning? A: I don’t know. Yet. I’ve been saying for months that a turn may be coming, and noted it in the July monthly note. And, I’ve been saying for years that I’ll tell you in 18 months what today’s market is actually doing….

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Buying a Home Timeline

What’s the process and timeline for buying a home in Charlottesville? This is a rough guide that incorporates some of the steps. *   Meet the Realtor (really, start here. Also, I am one.) Define your criteria (my survey is a good place to start) Prequalify with a good local lender Look at homes Refine your criteria Look at some more houses Make the offer. Negotiate…

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