Who's That Knocking At My Door? Investing To Rent!
Investing to rent can create the financial and real estate success you have been searching for, but it takes hard work, thoughtful preparation and practical knowledge. As a landlord you must be creative, fearless and intuitive. In the Tidewater area approximately one out of every five homebuyers ... more...

Ask the Expert: When Do I Refinance My Home?
Home refinancing is a wonderful financial tool for homeowners to use for debt management to investments. If the home refinance is used correctly, wisely, and at the right time, the benefits from the refinance can improve the financial picture of the homeowner. There is no cookie cutter approach ... more...

How to Research and Purchase a Good Investment Property
How much do you really know about investment property? Accurate research and professional expertise applied to the purchase of an investment property builds a solid foundation for financial success. You may want to work with a REALTOR who can help to identify the great opportunities in investment ... more...

10 Tips for Investing in Distressed or Foreclosed Properties
1. Search on the world wide web for distressed or foreclosed properties as a starting point. Use a professional REALTOR to identify great foreclosure deals for you. You may be successful at searching the web on your own, but keep in mind some of the information is outdated, some may be incorrect, ... more...

Blame It On the Rain: Protect Your Home With Hurricane, Wind, and Flood Insurance
Choosing the best insurance policies for your home can cause a lot of confusion. Many homebuyers are not fully educated about the coverage needed to protect a home or real estate investment. Many difficult situations can be caused by natural disasters. If you purchase real estate in or ... more...

Virginia Real Estate - Living in History
Virginia has played a central role throughout the history of the United States. With reasonable prices, you can live in the middle of it with Virginia real estate.VirginiaThe historical significance of Virginia is simply unmatched in the United States. Presidents George Washington and Thomas ... more...

Virginia Beach Virginia Real Estate
Virginia Beach Virginia Real Estate Virginia Beach, Virginia, is located in Virginia Beach City County, of , and 152 miles S of Washington, District of Columbia. Virginia Beach has a population of 425,257. Virginia Beach Homes Virginia Beach properties pool is 154,455 residential ... more...

Williamsburg Virginia Real Estate
Williamsburg Virginia Real Estate Williamsburg, Virginia, is located in James City County, 20 miles NW of Newport News, Virginia and 113 miles S of Washington, District of Columbia. Williamsburg has a population of 11,998. Williamsburg Homes Williamsburg properties pool is 3,619 ... more...

Tax Assessment/Appraisal: How Do I Know What My Home is Worth?
If you are in the home buying or selling market, its important to understand the difference between tax assessment and appraisal value. Concentrate on the appraisal value because this determines your asking price.Understanding Tax AssessmentThe tax assessment is a tool local governments use to ... more...