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How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer's Budget
It's not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for many property categories, but especially for starter homes. Even lower-priced condos are harder to snag these days, as investors and downsizers muscle out first-timers by offering stronger, often cash-heavy bids.2
In fact, according to the National Association of Realtors, only 26% of last year's homebuyers were first-timers—the lowest share on record and down from 34% a year prior. This underscores just how steep a hill new buyers are facing.3 As a result, many first-time homebuyers are finding that they need to get creative or risk renting for longer than they planned.
If you, too, are stru...
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Banquet Halls Near The Richmond Area
Spring and summer are seasons full of weddings, graduations, and other special events shared with family and friends. When our real estate agents are planning a celebration, they turn to these wonderful banquet halls around the Richmond area.
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Earth Day Tips: How to Make Your Home More Sustainable
With Earth Day just around the corner, there's no better time to start thinking about how you can make your home more sustainable. From reducing your energy consumption to reducing waste, there are plenty of simple steps you can take to lower your environmental impact and create a more eco-friendly living space. Here are some Earth Day tips from our real estate agents to help you get started. Not only are these features good for the environment, but potential buyers will appreciate them as well:
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Rainy Day Activities Around Richmond
Richmond is a place where you're never without something fun and interesting to do, whether you're exploring the outdoors while the sun is shining or enjoying one of many indoor attractions in the area on a rare rainy day. There are so many indoor attractions around Richmond that offer fun, education, and much more for all ages. Our real estate agents have the exciting details on 6 rainy day activities that you can look forward to around Richmond.
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Golfer's Day: 6 Golf Courses in Central Virginia
If you golf, you may be looking forward to celebrating Golfer's Day on April 10, 2023. Luckily, Central Virginia is home to several lovely golf courses where you can play a quick game, do some putting, and even shop at a pro shop. Here are the top golf courses our real estate agents recommend visiting for the occasion.