What Makes Roanoke a Great Place to Live
I’ve had the opportunity to live in several great Virginia and North Carolina communities, but none have had as much to offer than Roanoke, especially for a young family. In this blogpost, I share some reasons why I think Roanoke is a great place to live.
Mastering Real Estate Negotiation: Essential Tips for Success
For home buyers, the negotiation phase is a critical juncture in the home buying process. It's an opportunity to secure the best possible deal and terms while ensuring a smooth and favorable transaction. To empower you as a home buyer, we have curated a collection of effective negotiation strategies. At Next Door Realty Group, Brenda Bratt and her team regularly employ these strategies, along with other approaches, to increase their client’s chances of acquiring their dream home at a price that aligns with their budget and must-haves. Read on to learn more about these valuable negotiation tactics.
Stage Your Home to Sell Faster: Key Strategies for a Swift Sale
When it comes to selling your home quickly, we know that first impressions matter. Properly staging your home can significantly impact the speed and success of your sale. By strategically arranging and showcasing your property's best features, you can capture the attention of potential buyers and create a lasting positive impression. In this blog post, we will share some key strategies to stage your home effectively, ensuring a faster sale and maximizing your chances of securing an excellent offer.
Why Live in Franklin County, VA
As someone that grew up in the Moonshine Capital of the World, I can tell you that Franklin County is a wonderful place to live, raise a family and enjoy life. From the two lakes, Leesville and Smith Mountain, Roanoke to the North and Martinsville to the South, the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding the county and beautiful rolling hills, there is plenty for everyone to enjoy. Today, I’d like to share with you a few reasons why you should own a home in the “Land Between the Lakes”.
Why Buying a Home in 2023 is a Great Idea
While people tend to think about inflation as being high with mortgage rates, in the not-so-distant past, I had a mortgage rate of 7.25% back in 2008. While today’s rates are not as high as they were some 15 odd years ago, it’s still a great time to buy a home. In the blog post, we explore a few reasons why you should consider buying a home in Southwestern Virginia.
Bedford’s Rich Military Heritage
As the calendar creeps closer to Memorial Day, we wanted to take a moment to recognize Bedford’s military heritage and the importance of remembering our fallen service members. Let’s pause the barbecue, reflect, and take a moment to learn more about the D-Day Memorial and The Bedford Boys.
Franklin County Real Estate: Online Guide
Are you looking to buy or sell a home in Franklin County, VA? If so, you’ve found the best online guide to the county’s various areas along with some great insights about the moonshine capital of the world.
Things you didn’t know about Franklin County, VA
As someone that grew up in and around Franklin County, Virginia, there is plenty to do and see. Today, I’m going to explore a few things that you may not have known about the “moonshine capital of the world” and share them with you.
Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate: Online Guide
Considering living on Smith Mountain Lake and you want to start finding a property that you can call home? With more than 500 miles of shoreline to choose from, there are many communities that you can pick from with a variety of price ranges all along the lake. In this blog post, we’ll give you a bit of information from someone that grew up at Smith Mountain Lake and share with you details that you won’t find on other websites.
Roanoke, VA Real Estate & Homes for Sale
Virginia is a beautiful state with many great features like the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia Beach, and everything in between. While many people flock to various parts of the Commonwealth, many choose Roanoke, VA as their new home.
Today, we’ll explore the Roanoke Valley a little bit, give you a few known secrets and showcase some current listings for you as well.