“We can always lower the price later.” It’s one of the most common assumptions home sellers make—and one of the most expensive. While 4 out of 10 local listings undergo price cuts, waiting too long strips away your negotiating power on repairs, closing costs, and appraisal gaps. Discover what local MLS data says about when to adjust your price.
Two homes can both sell at 100% of list price and net their sellers very different amounts. Here’s the negotiating leverage a seller trades away by pricing too high and waiting. By Brad Anderson Your Friend in Real Estate “We can always come down.” “Let’s leave a little room to negotiate.” Sellers say those things
A Mid-February Greeting from “Your Friend In Real Estate” Valentine’s Day has a way of sneaking up on us during the coldest weeks of the year. One moment we are hibernating in January, and the next we are navigating the high stakes of finding the perfect gift for someone we love. While many people are
If It’s Still a Seller’s Market… Why Does It Feel Soft? If you’ve been paying attention to the real estate headlines, you’ve probably heard some version of: “The housing market is down.”“Homes aren’t selling like they used to.”“Prices are down in some major metro areas.” And yet… here in Williamsburg and the Greater Peninsula, while
Williamsburg Real Estate at a Glance The latest market data is in! Let’s break down what’s really happening in our local Williamsburg neighborhoods so you can make your move with confidence. We looked at five market segments: Ford’s Colony (single-family detached) Governor’s Land (single-family detached) Kingsmill (single-family detached) All Else (single-family detached across Greater Williamsburg)
By Brad Anderson, Williamsburg Real Estate Expert(aka the guy your friend’s mom told you to call when it’s time to sell) If you’ve driven around Williamsburg lately, you might’ve noticed a few more “For Sale” signs than usual. Maybe you’re wondering: “Is the market cooling off?”“Are prices about to drop?”“Should I wait to buy—or rush
Bidding wars are fierce, and buyers are backing out after inspections or overextending themselves. Here’s how you come out on top.
