Real Estate

Home Hacks How to Winterize Your Home in Fredericksburg, VA (and Why It’s Worth Doing Early) How to Winterize Your Home in Fredericksburg, VA (and Why It’s Worth Doing Early) I just got my sprinkler system winterized this week, and it got me thinking about how many small things around the house need attention before that first deep freeze hits. Even here in Fredericksburg, where winters are typically mild, freezing temperatures […]
Home Hacks How to Winterize an Outside Faucet How to Winterize an Outside Faucet As fall deepens and the evenings grow colder, it’s smart to get ahead of winter’s chill. One simple yet critical maintenance task is to protect your outdoor faucets from freezing. A frozen hose bib (that’s the fancy name for your outdoor spigot) can crack pipes, cause leaks, or lead […]
Community 5 Smart Tips to Help You Sell Your Home Faster (and for Top Dollar) What’s up guys! If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, you’ve probably got a lot on your mind — when to list, how to price it, and what to do to get it “market ready.” The good news? A few smart moves now can make a big difference when those buyers start walking through […]
Buyers 🔥 Homes Selling Fast in Fredericksburg? May 2025 Market Shifts You Need to Know The real estate market in Fredericksburg continues to move quickly, and the numbers from May 2025 paint a clear picture. Right now, we’re looking at a 2.8 Months Supply of Inventory. In simple terms, if no new homes were listed, it would take less than three months to sell everything currently on the market. That’s […]
Buyers Are the Top 3 Housing Market Questions on Your Mind? When it comes to what’s happening in the housing market, there’s a lot of confusion going around right now. You may hear one thing in conversation with your friends, see something totally different on the news, and read something on social media that contradicts both of those thoughts. And, if you’re thinking about making a move, that […]
Buyers Decoding Home Inspections: Why Checking for Underground Tanks is Crucial. I recently had the pleasure of listening to a talk from John S. Pollard of Pollard Environmental LLC. John, who is a VA Certified Professional Geologist, shed light on a topic that many homeowners might overlook: the importance of understanding underground oil tanks and determining whether or not one exists on a property. John began […]
Buyers What Experts Project for Home Prices Over the Next 5 Years If you’re planning to buy a home, one thing to consider is what experts project home prices will do in the future and how that might affect your investment. While you may have seen negative news over the past year about home prices, they’re doing far better than expected and are rising across the country. And data shows, experts forecast […]
Buyers Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses? Are you a baby boomer who’s lived in your current house for a long time and you’re ready for a change? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you have a lot to consider. Will you move to a different state or stay nearby? Is it time to downsize or do you want more space to accommodate your […]
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Buyers When Will More Homes Finally Hit the Market in Fredericksburg? The Lowdown on Our Local Real Estate Market I recently attended a great and informative presentation by Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at Bright MLS, at the Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors (FAAR) Expo 2023. As a real estate agent here in Fredericksburg, I’m constantly trying to better understand the forces shaping our local housing market […]
Buyers Are Real Estate Taxes Deductible? A Dive Into Property Tax Deductions! If you’re like many homeowners or prospective buyers, you’ve probably found yourself asking, “Are real estate taxes deductible?” It’s a hot question, especially come tax season, and today, we’ll shed some light on it! Disclaimer: Remember, I am not an accountant, so always consult your trusted CPA or accountant before making any decisions based on […]
Buyers What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today? One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a clear picture. Part of the challenge […]
Community Why I Love Fredericksburg, VA?   I think I found the perfect place to live!  I know what you’re thinking, “You live in Fredericksburg, there’s nothing perfect about Fredericksburg.” I know, I know, I grew up in Fairfax and used to think the same thing.  When I decided to go to Mary Washington College, I really thought I was heading […]
Buyers Decorating Your First Home as a Couple: Budget-Friendly Tips I vividly remember the first time I bought a smartphone.  See, I love technology and how quickly it changes. I get excited, like a kid on Christmas Eve, on my way to Best Buy to get that next new gadget.  When I showed my Dad my first smartphone, he said “why would anyone need that?
Community Fredericksburg Restaurant Week – Ristorante Renato Restaurant Week continues on in Fredericksburg, and I’m loving it! Yesterday I went to Ristorante Renato just down the street from my office. I was little hesitant at first, as my whole family is gluten free and this is usually a challenge at an Italian restaurant. So I called ahead and discussed their gluten free […]
Community Fredericksburg Restaurant Week – La Petite Auberge Sounds of Fredericksburg residents discussing the Restaurant Week Passport filled La Petite Auberge this afternoon for lunch. It was reminiscent of kids on a scavenger hunt so excited to find the next treasure. They were discussing how wonderful their meal was and where they planned to go tomorrow. One lady at a table near mine […]
Community Fredericksburg Restaurant Week- Don Moncho Restaurant Week in Downtown Fredericksburg is a great excuse to experience some of our cool local restaurants?. In my blog yesterday my wife and I had an amazing meal at Soup and Taco II. We decided today we would take the whole family, and continue the Mexican theme by heading to Don Moncho. We have […]
Community Fredericksburg Restaurant Week – Soup and Taco II My wife and I were able to create a spontaneous date night. (which never happens!) We were quickly trying to decide what to do and realized that it is Restaurant Week in Downtown Fredericksburg. Restaurant week has been going on in Fredericksburg for a couple years now, and is a great opportunity to try out […]
Community Harry’s Alehouse: Exceptional Food and Awesome Service It was Friday night. I was tired from the long week and looking to relax and enjoy some good food that was close by and kid friendly. Usually, this is only accomplished by going into to Central Park or heading Downtown, which can be a little much with two little ones. We had seen that […]
Buyers What is a Smart Home? I vividly remember the first time I bought a smartphone.  See, I love technology and how quickly it changes. I get excited, like a kid on Christmas Eve, on my way to Best Buy to get that next new gadget.  When I showed my Dad my first smartphone, he said “why would anyone need that? […]
Buyers 365 Things in #FXBG | A Video Tour of England Run North Community in Fredericksburg, VA (Stafford County) Please take a few minutes and check out my video tour of the England Run North community in Fredericksburg, VA.  England Run North is located in Stafford County just off of exit 133 on Route 95. The England Run North Community has a ton amenities and is a wonderful community.  The amenities include outdoor swimming […]