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Exploring Colonial Williamsburg

Williamsburg served as the capital of the Virginia colony from 1699 to 1780. Around the turn of the 20th century, John Davison Rockefeller led the restoration of the colonial town to its former glory with the help of William Archer Rutherfoord Goodwin, a rector of Bruton Parish Church in Williamsburg. Colonial Williamsburg is the largest […]
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Trees Can Increase The Value Of Your Home

There are a lot of ways to increase the value of your home – from revamping your interiors to adding smart home features. Another way to increase value is by having trees on your property. In a world where temperatures are rising, the demand for properties with lush landscapes and large trees are increasing. In […]
Buying A Home

First-Time Homebuyer Programs In Virginia You Should Know

Investing in luxury homes in Williamsburg, VA may appear to be a tough mountain to climb if you’re a first-time homebuyer (https://cbwilliamsburg.com/latest-blog/tips-for-first-time-homebuyers/). But like modern climbing expeditions to Everest, your first home can be a luxury property with the right tools and Realtor by your side. There are also countless resources that can help you […]
Buying A Home

Your “Starter Home” Might Last Longer than You Think

New homebuyers often tell their agents that they are looking for their “starter home.” Several factors go into this approach. These are typically younger buyers, often without children. They may be looking for a maintenance-free home, like a condo, or they might assume that starter homes are more budget-friendly. There are plenty of good reasons […]

Additional Blogs Exploring Colonial Williamsburg Williamsburg served as the capital of the Virginia colony from 1699 to 1780. Around the turn of the 20th century, John Davison Rockefeller led the restoration of the colonial town to its former glory with the help of William Archer Rutherfoord Goodwin, a rector of Bruton Parish Church in Williamsburg. Colonial Williamsburg is the largest […]

Real Estate News and Trends Trees Can Increase The Value Of Your Home There are a lot of ways to increase the value of your home – from revamping your interiors to adding smart home features. Another way to increase value is by having trees on your property. In a world where temperatures are rising, the demand for properties with lush landscapes and large trees are increasing. In […]

Buying A Home First-Time Homebuyer Programs In Virginia You Should Know Investing in luxury homes in Williamsburg, VA may appear to be a tough mountain to climb if you’re a first-time homebuyer (https://cbwilliamsburg.com/latest-blog/tips-for-first-time-homebuyers/). But like modern climbing expeditions to Everest, your first home can be a luxury property with the right tools and Realtor by your side. There are also countless resources that can help you […]

Buying A Home Your “Starter Home” Might Last Longer than You Think New homebuyers often tell their agents that they are looking for their “starter home.” Several factors go into this approach. These are typically younger buyers, often without children. They may be looking for a maintenance-free home, like a condo, or they might assume that starter homes are more budget-friendly. There are plenty of good reasons […]

Real Estate News and Trends Looking for a Mortgage? It Might be Time to Review Your Resume When evaluating a potential borrower, lenders consider a number of factors. You already expect to produce a good FICO score, proof of income, and a reasonable down-payment, but have you reviewed your resume? A crucial aspect of loan approval is your employment and employment history – your resume. Your employment history provides lenders some insight […]

Buying A Home Thinking about Refinancing? Tune in to the radio or watch TV in the evening and you’ll be bombarded with commercials offering incredibly low interest rates to refinance your home. These rates may sound enticing, and you may be wondering if it’s time to refinance your home loan. While refinancing can make financial sense in some situations, not everyone […]

Buying A Home Save On Housing Costs in Retirement Retirement is a time of freedom; it’s something people look forward to most of their lives. As you prepare for retirement, it’s natural to consider ways to reduce your housing costs. Fortunately, there are some great ways to enhance your lifestyle while reducing costs. 6 Ways to Save Housing Costs in Retirement 1. Downsize – […]

Selling A Home Are Buyers Avoiding Your Listing? Strategies to Revive A Stale Listing It may seem like every listing sells the first weekend these days, but as the market begins to slow down, more sellers are facing the dilemma of an aging listing. If your listing has been on the market for a while, buyers naturally assume that there is something wrong with the home and avoid viewing […]

Buying A Home 5 Important Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper Home Purchasing a fixer-upper property can be an exciting and rewarding experience. HGTV is filled with programs of amateurs knocking down walls and tiling bathroom floors. The fact is that this is much harder than it looks and before diving headfirst into this kind of project, it’s critical to consider whether you are prepared for the […]

Real Estate News and Trends Market Outlook There’s been some concern lately about another housing market crash. Maybe you’ve read articles linking today’s environment with the Market Meltdown of 2008. Even with the talk of recession, this real estate market is very different and that means that most experts do not expect a crash, just a normal ebb-and-flow slowdown. There are some […]

Selling A Home Showing Instructions and What They Mean Making the decision to sell a home is just one of the many decisions that are made during the home selling process. Many first-time sellers assume that all listings are the same and it’s just a function of picking a starting price. The fact is that there are many aspects of a listing, but one […]

Selling A Home What Not to Say When Someone Asks Why You’re Selling The minute you list your home, everyone will want to know why. You will hear from your neighbors, family members, and friends. Of course, there is no harm in speaking freely with family and friends but be careful what you tell your neighbors and especially the buyers and their agents who visit your listing. First, […]

Selling A Home Prepping an Empty House for Sale You read that right. Should you “prep” an empty house? This is not about adding furniture or plants to a vacant home, but it’s about looking at the empty home and making it more appealing to buyers. Not all homes need furniture to sell for top dollar, but even a vacant home needs attention before […]

Buying A Home Tips for Buying Land for a Tiny or Prefab Home Prefabricated homes have become very popular in recent years as more and more people look for creative ways to build their home environment. These homes can take the form of a tiny house, manufactured home, or Airstream. The demand for vacant land has increased exponentially over the past few years. Yet, finding the right piece […]

Real Estate News and Trends The home buyer’s guide to Kingsmill in Williamsburg, VA Seekers of unblemished natural beauty and tranquility ﬂock to Kingsmill on the James. What was once a part of a vast plantation along the mighty James River now boasts several resort-style amenities, a plethora of historic attractions, and a captivating home location for a variety of buyers. If you’re seriously eyeing homes for sale in […]

Real Estate News and Trends Benefits of Switching From Gas to Induction For decades, gas stoves have been the preferred choice for both professional and amateur chefs alike and it’s easy to understand why. Gas stoves allow for quick control of the heat which allows for quick adjustments when cooking. But recently possible bans on gas stoves have dominated national news as unhealthy. Regardless of whether induction […]

Buying A Home To Buy or Build a Home: Which is Cheaper? Now that you’ve finally managed to save up a substantial amount of money for your dream house, you may be wondering whether it’s cheaper to buy or build a home. There isn’t one clear-cut answer. Some experts believe that buying a house is cheaper, while others maintain that building a house is more affordable. We’ve […]

Real Estate News and Trends Design Trends for 2023 – More is Everything A common regret around taking down the holiday decorations is how bare the home looks suddenly. Fortunately for anyone ready to upgrade their design in 2023, new trends are offering more comfort and coziness than we’ve seen lately. For the past few years, home designers have created a blend of minimalism and simplicity in their […]

Real Estate News and Trends Seller Concession Limits The real estate market is shifting. In some areas of the country, it has flipped to a strong buyer’s market. Sellers challenged by this change are looking for creative ways to attract buyers. In addition, buyers suddenly in the driver’s seat are asking for more concessions from sellers than ever before. Seller concessions are a […]

Real Estate News and Trends 6 Factors That Could Damage Your Credit Score Having good credit is essential for a number of aspects of your life, ranging from the interest rate on a car loan or credit card to background checks for employment. Poor credit can be incredibly expensive, costing you thousands of dollars in higher interest rates over the course of a home loan. Fortunately, with proper […]