(Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst) An entire generation is coming of age and starting to think about purchasing their first homes. The oldest Gen Zers are reaching their mid-20s and potentially ready to make what would undoubtedly be one of the biggest purchases of their lives so far. These generations will make up the young […]
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Sweet! Duck Donuts Coming to West Springfield
(Photo by Sarah Pflug from Burst) Donut lovers rejoice! A regional favorite donut shop is opening in West Springfield called Duck Donuts. Duck Donuts originated in Duck, North Carolina where visitors fell in love with their freshly made vanilla cake donuts that customers could coat, top, and drizzle as they desired. The family company has […]
Are Renovations Actually Worth it?
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) Today’s real estate market is so hot that many homeowners are wondering if they need to make any fixes or do any renovations at all before listing their home for sale. It may seem like homes are selling well without much effort, but that’s not necessarily true. Even in […]
A Lesson from a Pro
A well-known professional home stager, recently, decided to sell the 4,000+ square foot home which she lived in with her husband. It was certainly well maintained and by most standards, could have gone on the market immediately. However, she still went through a full staging effort before she listed the home. The work included painting […]
Buying a Vacation Home in Virginia
(Photo by JoJo Chuk from Burst) Virginia is a large and diverse state filled with a variety of topographies and natural features, like mountains, lakes, and even caves! So it’s no surprise that many who live within Washington DC’s urban sprawl (or even other large cities of the East Coast) would look at buying a […]
Tips for Deck Safety
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) Before you start upgrading your outdoor area with a deck, you should know some of the tips for deck safety. Backyarding isn’t just about pools, lawns, trees and flowers. The ultimate in backyarding takes place on the deck. In fact, while you’re getting the family together during the summer and […]
Real Estate Predictions for the End of 2021
(Photo by Samantha Hurley from Burst) While real estate predictions don’t always come true, they can help. If you’re considering entering the market, you should know the different possibilities. For the last 18 months, real estate has been on a unique rollercoaster and it doesn’t look likely to let up anytime soon! If you’re looking […]
What Does it Mean to Live in an Unincorporated Area?
(Photo by Fernanda Publio from Burst) If you don’t live within the limits of a city, town, or other governed community, you may live in an unincorporated area. Unincorporated towns or cities are not part of or legally included under the laws of the state that they are located in. As such, they are sometimes […]
