It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since the Covid-19 pandemic entered our world. Or, to some, this past year may seem like it was several years long. Either way, March is here and with the rising temperatures and longer days, we’ll soon start to see the first signs of spring. Before the arrival of April showers, it’s a… Read more →
It is almost tax time!
It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a year since the Covid-19 pandemic began and changed the way we live, work and play. Although tax filing deadlines were extended last year due to the pandemic, this year, the deadline is back to its usual April 15 date. As you prepare your 2020 taxes, here are a few housing-related items to… Read more →
2020 Report on Charlottesville Area Real Estate
2020 real estate statistics for the Charlottesville area are complete. It was quite a year, check out the report linked below to see what happened! caar-charlottesville_ann_2020 Read more →
New Interior Design Trends for 2021
Happy New Year! This past year was unlike any other, as the Covid-19 pandemic upended our lives immeasurably, and the time that so many of us spent at home inspired change in just as many ways, especially in how we live in our houses. Remodeling spending spiked in 2020 among people who were able to work from home, and many… Read more →
Predictions for Housing in 2021
While 2020 has been an incredibly challenging year, housing turned out as a bright spot. Despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, homeownership rates rose to 67.4% in the third quarter, up from 64.8% in the same period in 2019. The fundamentals are in place for a continued strong housing market in 2021, particularly with expectations that mortgage rates will… Read more →
Investing in Real Estate – Is now the right time?
When the stock market is near record highs, optimistic investors are happy. Realistic investors recognize the opportunity to diversify and rebalance their portfolio. Investors who have gained profits from the improving stock market may want to convert some of that profit into a down payment on an investment property. Considering mortgage rates are at all-time lows, there may never be… Read more →