Dear Readers,

This blog is for both buyers and sellers.  I try to cover useful topics, but there is no substitute for specific advice, given to you by someone who deals with the real estate market in your area on a full-time basis. 

Consider your agent a resource.  Buyers, sellers, renters, and owners, your real estate agent is your friend, for all real estate decisions.  If you have never had, or no longer have, an agent, consider your local real estate broker as a resource to be called upon, even if you are not planning a move in the near future.  Call them anytime you have questions; and, as they will tell you, call early and often!

Your agent can send you property values.  Are you wondering about property values in the neighborhood? Many homeowners don’t realize that tax assessments are only a rough indicator of value; professional appraisers review recent closed values, preferably in the past 6 months, in order to determine property value. Your agent can provide those to you.

Your agent can advise you on remodeling projects.  Are you wondering about the advisability of a remodeling project you are considering? Your agent can give you the real estate perspective on the value of any home improvement you have made, or are planning to make. 

Let your agent help you create and preserve value in your property for the future.  Remember, creating and preserving value in a property is an important part of building your future…and your agent is your partner every step of the way. 

Sellers, buyers, owners and renters in the Hampton Roads area–please feel free to call me at 757.869.7070 or email me at melissa@askformelissa.com, any time you need real estate help. My goal as a Realtor  is to make sure you have the information you need to make the best real estate decisions you can, in every situation.

 Talk to you soon!