What Reality Real Estate Shows Don’t Tell You
Finding yourself falling headfirst into an HGTV marathon isn’t that uncommon. It’s entertaining, easily consumed, and predictable (there’s never a plot twist that involves house hunters choosing to live off the grid in an RV over the three homes that their agent has presented to them.) Still, overexposure can lead to the perception that scripted […]
Smith Mountain Lake Fall Chili and Craft Festival
The 16th annual SML Fall Chili and Craft Festival is scheduled for Saturday, November 3rd at Bridgewater Plaza. Local chefs compete for one of three top honors: Best Chili, People’s Choice, and Showmanship. Music and craft vendors will also be on hand. Gates open at 11am and tasting begins at noon. Admission is $7. Parking […]
Should I Have an Open House?
If you’ve recently listed your home with an agent, you may be wondering if having an open house will help sell your home faster. Reality real estate shows are forever following couples as they tour open houses in hopes of finding their dream home. In truth, you should rely on your Realtor® to help determine […]
What is Escrow?
If you’re new to the home-buying process, you may not know what “escrow” is. Escrow refers to something of value (such as an earnest money check or deed) that is being held by an impartial third party. It is used as a measure of protection for both the buyer and the seller to ensure that […]
Ask These Questions Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent
Some decisions do not require an abundant amount of research. Where should we go for dinner? Which movies are playing? Does the dog need a bath? The answers lie within common sense or a quick Google search at best. Having a laissez-faire approach to everyday occurrences is suitable, but when it comes to hiring a […]
Myths About Real Estate Agents
If you’re thinking about buying or selling your Smith Mountain Lake home, then you’ve probably started researching real estate agents and the relationships therein. You might reach out to friends and family members for advice on what to expect when buying or selling a home, and you’ll certainly receive a lot of tips worth considering. […]
Selling Your Home? Don’t Overlook These Small Details.
Putting your home on the market may produce feelings of overwhelm simply because there are so many moving parts to a successful listing. Aside from the obvious, such as cleaning and repairs, you may quickly become surprised at the small details that pop up from the moment your shake hands with your new realtor. If […]
Smith Mountain Lake Market Report
The market at Smith Mountain Lake continues to improve in the waterfront home sector. More buyers are coming into the market and the average sold price is just slightly higher. The strongest part of the season is just getting started so if you are thinking about buying, now’s the time. Inventory has stayed high as […]
How to Prepare for a Home Inspection
The idea of a home inspection seems easy enough to understand. You’ve received a contract on your home and now the buyers want to send someone in to see if there is anything wrong with it. The inspector gives the buyers a list of their findings, which can be used as fuel for a counteroffer […]
Bringing your Dog to the Lake? Visit These Places.
If you spend a lot of your time at Smith Mountain Lake, chances are you’ll want to bring your puppy with you so he can enjoy all of the wonderful amenities of the area as well. Aside from the obvious draw of the lake, SML offers dog lovers a variety of pet-friendly places to explore. […]
