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Harrisonburg Zoning Ordinance Update: Open Houses on October 21 and 26
Harrisonburg is holding two zoning ordinance update open houses on October 21 and 26. Dates, places, topics, and how to comment if you cannot attend.
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Real Estate Education
Does Landscaping Increase Home Value in Harrisonburg VA? Insulation and Hardscape Too
Does landscaping increase home value? What NAR data says about landscaping, insulation and hardscape, and which fall projects fit a Harrisonburg home.
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report: October 2026
October 2026 Harrisonburg market report, covering September sales: closings fell 12% from last September, pending sales dropped for a fifth straight m...
Local News
Why Doesn't Harrisonburg Have a Trader Joe's?
What Trader Joe's says about picking sites, how Harrisonburg compares to towns that have one, the Aldi family connection, and where the second Kroger...
Buyer Guides
New Homes for Sale in Harrisonburg VA: A Buyer's Guide to New Construction Townhomes
Looking for new homes for sale in Harrisonburg VA? See new townhome communities, starting prices, and what to check before you sign with a builder.
Real Estate Education
Selling and Buying at the Same Time: What Fewer Pending Sales Mean for Your Timing
Four ways to sequence a sale and a purchase in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, what each costs, and how fewer pending sales change the choice.
Real Estate Education
Advanced Real Estate Investing: 1031 Exchanges, Leverage, and Exit Strategies
Tax-deferred exchanges (1031s), leverage strategies for investors, and how to plan exit strategies for rental properties.
Buyer Guides
Bidding Wars, Earnest Money & Escalation Clauses: Win in Harrisonburg's Competitive Market
Navigate multiple-offer situations: what escalation clauses are, how to structure them, when earnest money matters, and what actually wins in competit...
Buyer Guides
Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time: Bridge Loans and Timing Strategies
Navigate buying a new home before your current one sells. Bridge loans, contingencies, proof of funds, and timing strategies for Harrisonburg buyers.
Buyer Guides
How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in Harrisonburg
Interview questions, red flags, and what to look for when choosing a buyer's or seller's agent in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.
Buyer Guides
Are You Ready to Buy Your First Home in Harrisonburg?
A practical checklist for first-time home buyers in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. Assess your finances, credit, job stability, and emotional rea...
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Home Inspection and Appraisal: What to Ask and How to Prepare
Top 10 questions to ask a home inspector, how the appraisal process works, what causes a low appraisal, and how to prepare for both.
Sellers Market
Increase Home Value With Smart Renovations and Landscaping
Which renovations tend to add value, which usually don't, and what to avoid when upgrading your Harrisonburg home.
Buyer Guides
How Much Money Do You Need to Buy a House in Harrisonburg?
Break down the cash you need to buy in Harrisonburg: down payment, closing costs, inspections, appraisals, and what loan programs require. Real number...
Buyer Guides
Mortgage Pre-Approval: What It Is and Why You Need It Before Shopping
Pre-approval vs pre-qualification, how lenders evaluate you, and what pre-approval tells you about your buying power.
Buyer Guides
PMI Explained: What Is Private Mortgage Insurance and Do You Need It?
Understand private mortgage insurance (PMI): how it works, what it costs, how long you pay it, and legitimate ways to avoid or remove it from your mor...
Buyer Guides
Real Estate Taxes and Homeowner Deductions in Virginia
Harrisonburg and Rockingham County real estate tax rates, homeowner tax deductions, and how much homeownership really saves you at tax time.
Real Estate Education
Rental Property Investing 101: Cash Flow, Appreciation, and Returns
Start your first rental property: understand cash-on-cash returns, debt service coverage ratio, the 1% rule, and how to evaluate investment properties...
Real Estate Education
Short-Term Rentals (STRs): Airbnb, Vrbo, and Local Regulations in Harrisonburg
Short-term rental (STR) basics, City of Harrisonburg homestay and short-term rental rules, how to think about profitability, and compliance requiremen...
Buyer Guides
Title Insurance and What You Actually Own at Closing
Title insurance explained, what happens at closing, and how title insurance protects you from property disputes.
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The Best Coffee Shops in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, as Voted by Our Readers
We asked our followers to name their favorite locally owned coffee shop and their usual order. Ten shops got votes, from McGaheysville to Broadway. He...
Local News
What's Being Built at West Mosby Road in Harrisonburg: Searles Foundation
City records show Searles Foundation, a 164-unit multi-family project on about 15.7 acres at West Mosby Road, is under construction. What the tracker...
Sellers Market
How to Compare Real Estate Agents in Harrisonburg Before You List Your Home
Comparing real estate agents in Harrisonburg before you sell? Here are the pricing, marketing, and negotiation questions that separate listing agents.
Buyer Guides
Utility Company Master List for Harrisonburg, Rockingham & Beyond
Complete contact directory for water, sewer, electric, gas, phone, cable, trash, and government services across Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and s...
Local News
What's Going Into the Old Golden Pony Space on North Main Street
The Golden Pony closed in June after 11 years. An Instagram account now says a 21-plus restaurant and nightlife spot called Olaika is coming to 181 N...
Local News
Two Things Coming to Harrisonburg That Nobody Has Announced: Sierra Next to TJ Maxx, and The Explorium
Sierra, TJX's outdoor brand, is under construction in the old Party City bay next to TJ Maxx. Two doors down, The Explorium sign is already up on the...
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report: September 2026
September 2026 Harrisonburg market report, covering August sales: home sales fell 14% after a seven-month winning streak, contracts slowed, and detach...
Real Estate Education
Building Long-Term Wealth With Harrisonburg VA Real Estate: A Real Example at 1319 Bradley Dr
How a Harrisonburg rental actually builds wealth, using the real numbers on a four-bedroom townhouse near JMU: rent, fees, the four ways a property pa...
Local News
Kids Castle Is Open Again at Purcell Park: What's New After the $3 Million Rebuild
Harrisonburg's Kids Castle reopened September 1, 2026 after a 16-month rebuild. Here's what changed, what it cost, who paid for it, and what's there n...
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What's Being Built Next to LongHorn Steakhouse in Harrisonburg? A Discount Tire
That construction beside LongHorn Steakhouse on Burgess Road is a Discount Tire. Here's what Harrisonburg's public records show about the site, the zo...
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What's Being Built at 85 Waterman Dr in Harrisonburg: Quarry Heights, 630 Homes on the Old Quarry
Quarry Heights, the 630-unit first site plan for the 950-home community approved around the old Frazier Quarry on Waterman Drive. The city's concept p...
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What's Being Built in Harrisonburg Right Now: All 48 Active Construction Projects
Every project the City of Harrisonburg lists as under construction as of September 2026, with addresses and housing unit counts, pulled from the city'...
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What's Being Built at 781 & 789 Hillmont Cir in Harrisonburg: Hillmont Apartments
The city's development tracker lists Hillmont Apartments, a 24-unit multifamily project on about 15.7 acres off Hillmont Circle in Harrisonburg. Here...
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Harrisonburg VA Real Estate: A Local's Guide to Life in the Shenandoah Valley
A local's guide to Harrisonburg VA real estate: a compact downtown, mountain access in every direction, and how neighborhood character changes across...
Local News
Is a Data Center Coming to Harrisonburg's Quarry?
A 158-acre data-center campus vision is circulating for the old quarry on Country Club Road. Here's what has actually been filed with the city, and wh...
Sellers Market
What Real Estate Agents in Harrisonburg Look For When Staging a Home
What real estate agents in Harrisonburg look for when staging a home: the rooms that matter, Valley curb appeal, and which repairs are worth making be...
Buyer Guides
Homes for Sale in Harrisonburg VA: How to Go From Browsing to a Winning Offer
Browsing homes for sale in Harrisonburg VA? Learn how to get pre-approved, read local comps, and build an offer sellers accept. A buyer strategy guide...
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The Long Road to Collicello North: Why I'm Excited About This Harrisonburg Neighborhood
After 13 years, Harrisonburg's Collicello North is finally moving forward... the story of Dean Weaver's vision, the Propst family build-out, and a con...
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — August 2026
August 2026 Harrisonburg market update: 821 sales YTD, the strongest pace in four years, while the median price holds flat near $345,000.
Sellers Market
How to Price Your Home to Sell in the Harrisonburg, VA Real Estate Market
Learn how to price your home to sell in the Harrisonburg, VA real estate market with local comps, timing tips, and prep advice from Valley Homes Team.
Buyer Guides
Closing Costs for Harrisonburg, VA Homebuyers: A 2026 Guide
A line-by-line look at what Harrisonburg and Rockingham County buyers actually pay at closing in 2026, with real numbers, state taxes, and ways to low...
Real Estate Education
Building Wealth With Harrisonburg VA Real Estate: A Guide to Investment Property in the Valley
How Harrisonburg VA real estate can build long-term wealth: rental strategies, equity, and running the numbers on investment property in the Shenandoa...
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — July 2026
Midyear 2026 Harrisonburg market report: overall median down 1%, but detached values up 2% to $399K while attached and new-construction prices soften....
Buyer Guides
USDA Loans in Rockingham County: Your 2026 Guide to Zero-Down Home Buying in the Shenandoah Valley
A 2026 buyer's guide to USDA Rural Development loans in Rockingham County, VA. Zero down, 2026 income limits, eligible towns, fees, and how to qualify...
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Harrisonburg VA Real Estate: What Makes the Friendly City Such a Great Place to Call Home
Discover what makes Harrisonburg VA real estate so appealing: a walkable culinary downtown, mountain access, farmers markets, and year-round Valley co...
Sellers Market
Staging Secrets for Homes for Sale in Harrisonburg, VA
Simple, budget-friendly staging tips to help homes for sale in Harrisonburg, VA stand out, sell faster, and attract more buyers in the Shenandoah Vall...
Sellers Market
Selling Your Home in 2026: A Seller's Guide to the Harrisonburg VA Real Estate Market
Thinking of selling in the Harrisonburg VA real estate market? A seller's guide to timing your listing, pricing right, and prepping your home in 2026.
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — June 2026
June 2026 Harrisonburg market update: median holds at $345K, 138 homes sold in May vs 133 a year ago, detached at $399K, attached sales up 27%, 30-yea...
Sellers Market
Home Staging Tips to Sell Your Harrisonburg Home Faster
Practical home staging tips to help your Harrisonburg home photograph well, attract buyers, and sell faster in the Shenandoah Valley.
Sellers Market
The Best Time to Sell a House in Harrisonburg, VA: A Seller's Guide to Timing the Valley Market
Wondering the best time to sell a house in Harrisonburg, VA? A Valley seller's guide to seasonal timing, pricing, and prep for a faster, stronger sale...
Sellers Market
Home Staging Tips That Help Homes for Sale in Harrisonburg VA Sell Faster
Staging tips to help homes for sale in Harrisonburg VA sell faster: declutter, brighten, refresh, and boost curb appeal across the Shenandoah Valley.
Sellers Market
How to Price and Prepare Your Home for the Harrisonburg VA Real Estate Market
A Harrisonburg VA real estate seller's guide to pricing, pre-listing prep, and staging that wins stronger offers in the Shenandoah Valley market.
Buyer Guides
How to Write a Competitive Offer on Homes for Sale in Harrisonburg, VA
Writing a winning offer on homes for sale in Harrisonburg, VA takes more than top dollar. Here is how to structure a competitive offer in the Valley.
Sellers Market
Staging a Home for Sale in Harrisonburg, VA: Design Tips That Help Buyers Say Yes
Thinking of joining the homes for sale in Harrisonburg, VA? Use these home staging and design tips to help buyers fall in love at first walkthrough.
Real Estate Education
How to Start Building Wealth Through Harrisonburg VA Real Estate
Harrisonburg VA real estate is one of the Valley's most approachable wealth-builders. How first-time investors get started — and pitfalls to avoid.
Sellers Market
How to Choose the Right Realtor in Harrisonburg to Sell Your Home
Searching for realtors in Harrisonburg? Here's what to ask, what to look for, and how to pick the right listing agent for your Shenandoah Valley home.
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — April 2026
April 2026 Harrisonburg and Rockingham County market report: 119 sales (up 12%), median flat near $345K, detached values up to $395K, inventory tighte...
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — May 2026
May 2026 Harrisonburg market report: 146 contracts in March (+33% YoY), prices flat-to-modestly-up, days on market 9, 30-year mortgage at 6.37%.
Buyer Guides
How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in Harrisonburg
Looking for real estate agents in Harrisonburg, VA? Here's how to vet local agents, the questions to ask, and red flags to watch for in the Valley.
Real Estate Education
What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate? A Harrisonburg Buyer's Guide
What does contingent mean in real estate? A Harrisonburg buyer's guide to contingencies, pending listings, and making offers on Valley homes.
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — March 2026
March 2026 Harrisonburg market update: 86 closings, a 33% jump in signed contracts, and 281 sales year-to-date while prices hold essentially flat.
Buyer Guides
What to Expect During a Home Inspection in Harrisonburg VA
Buying a home in the Shenandoah Valley? Here's your complete guide to the home inspection process in Harrisonburg VA — what inspectors look for, how m...
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The Best Wineries and Vineyards Near Harrisonburg, Virginia
Discover the best wineries and vineyards near Harrisonburg in the Shenandoah Valley. From estate tastings to mountain-view patios, here's your guide t...
Real Estate Education
Understanding Closing Costs When Buying a Home in Harrisonburg, VA
A complete guide to closing costs for homebuyers in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, Virginia — what to expect, who pays, and how to reduce them.
Buyer Guides
First-Time Homebuyer Guide for Harrisonburg, Virginia 2026
A comprehensive guide for first-time homebuyers in Harrisonburg, VA. Learn about the current market, financing options, local programs, and step-by-st...
Real Estate Education
Understanding Home Appraisals in Harrisonburg VA: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Learn how home appraisals work in Harrisonburg VA, what appraisers look for, how much they cost, and what to do if your appraisal comes in low. A comp...
Best Of The Valley
Best Hikes Near Harrisonburg VA: A Trail Guide for Every Level
Discover the best hikes near Harrisonburg VA, from easy lakeside loops to challenging mountain scrambles.
Best Of The Valley
Best Restaurants in Harrisonburg VA: A Local Guide
Discover the best restaurants in Harrisonburg VA, from farm-to-table fine dining to beloved food trucks in Virginia's First Culinary District.
Buyer Profiles
First-Time Home Buyer Guide for Harrisonburg, VA: What You Need to Know in 2026
A practical guide for first-time home buyers in Harrisonburg, VA — covering 2026 home prices, mortgage rates, Virginia down payment programs, and what...
Market Reports
Market Report — February 2026
Harrisonburg & Rockingham County real estate market update for February 2026. Median price $345K, inventory up 18%, homes selling in 8 days, mortgage...
Sellers Market
Spring Seller Prep: Curb Appeal, Photos & Staging That Actually Sells Homes
Seller tips for a strong spring launch in Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley. Curb appeal, pre-listing fixes, staging, and marketing strategies th...
Buyer Profiles
What Does It Cost to Buy a Home in the Shenandoah Valley? A First-Time Buyer Budget Guide
How Much Money Do You Really Need to Buy a Home? Author: Valley Homes Team One of the most common questions we hear from buyers in Harrisonburg and th...
Market Reports
2025 Harrisonburg & Rockingham County Housing Market Recap: Stable Prices, Slightly Fewer Sales
A clear, data-grounded look back at 2025 home sales, pricing, days on market, and inventory in our local area. Understanding these trends is the first...
Market Reports
Harrisonburg VA Housing Market Report — January 2026
January 2026 Harrisonburg and Rockingham County market report: median price flat near $345K, 86 sales, inventory up to 165 listings, and 30-year rates...
Misc
January Reset: Why Decluttering Now Sets You Up for a Better Spring (and a Cozier Winter)
January Reset: Decluttering for a Better Spring & Cozier Winter Happy New Year! If your house feels overstuffed, overwhelming, or overdone after the.....
Market Reports
Market Report November 2025
November 2025 · By The Valley Homes Team · Market Updates The Harrisonburg and Rockingham County real estate market continued to show stability and gr...
Misc
Portable Mortgages Explained: Can You Keep Your Low Rate?
If you've been anywhere near a real estate headline lately, you've probably heard the buzz: portable mortgages might be coming. Imagine picking up you...
Sellers Market
Is Now a Good Time to Sell Your House in Harrisonburg, VA? (2025 Local Market Guide)
If you're a homeowner in Harrisonburg or Rockingham County and wondering whether to sell house Harrisonburg VA in 2025, you've likely asked yourself:...
Misc
Winterize Your House
Winterizing Your Harrisonburg Home — A Practical Cold-Weather Checklist Winter is coming. And while we're turning up the cozy factor in our homes, coo...
Market Reports
Harrisonburg & Rockingham County Real Estate Market Update — October 2025
October 2025 real estate market update for Harrisonburg and Rockingham County with price trends, inventory, and sales activity analysis.
Misc
The Heart of a Home Is the People in It
We truly love where we live. And loving our home means caring for the people who share it with us. That's what makes living in Harrisonburg so special...
Misc
3 Simple Swaps for a More Polished Home
When it comes to giving your home a fresh new look, you don't have to break the bank for a high-impact upgrade. A few simple, inexpensive, low-effort....
Best Of The Valley
A Complete Guide to Fall Festivals in Harrisonburg, VA & Shenandoah Valley
Fall is one of the most exciting times in the Shenandoah Valley. Cool mornings, bright leaves, and the smell of apple cider in the air make it the bes...
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10-Step Checklist When Selling Your Home With Reliable Estate Agent
Step 2: Research the Market See our 2025 housing market recap for the latest local data. PLACEHOLDER_REMOVE2 Each market has its own pace, and house....
Sellers Market
8 Great Questions To Ask Realtor When Selling Home With Confidence
Selling can feel confusing. There are so many steps, timelines, and choices. You want a plan that works and a guide you can trust. But where do you st...
Buyer Profiles
Surprising Truth About Houses for Sale in Harrisonburg VA Buyer Loves
Searching for a home in Harrisonburg can feel like a full-time task. You scroll through Harrisonburg VA real estate listings, look at countless photos...
Flipping Real Estate
10 Powerful Tips When Selling Your Home With a Trusted Listing Agent
Selling a home often feels tiring. The cleaning, endless showings, and waiting for the right offer test anyone's patience. Some buyers love the photos...
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How to Choose a Realtor When Selling Your Home With a Proven Strategy
Selling a home can often feel like walking into a maze. There are endless details, daily choices, and the stress of trying to get the best deal. What...
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Sellers Market
What Does Contingent Mean on a Real Estate Listing? [2025 Expert Guide]
You've been searching for weeks, maybe even months. Then, finally, you spot the perfect home. The photos look great, the location fits, and the price...
Misc
10 Best Kitchen Countertops
A kitchen is central to both the style and functionality of a home. The average American spends about 40 minutes per day in the kitchen preparing food...
Flipping Real Estate
Fixing Up A House
Whether you are renovating a home to prepare it for sale or just want to improve it, renovations can be expensive so it's important to find a contract...
Misc
What Green Features do Home Buyers Want?
Check out what is important to buyers throughout the United States in regards to environmentally friendly features of a house. If you're planning upgr...
Sellers Market
Selling Your Home Before Buying A New One
In our last post we introduced some strategies for buying and selling a house at the same time. But the question still remains, which should you do fi...
Sellers Market
8 Signs You're Ready to Sell
Selling your home is a big step. How do you know you're ready to sell your home? Here are 8 signs that you're in a good position to sell your current...
Buyer Profiles
People are Buying Homes Later in Life
The infographic above displays the median age for all buyers, first time buyers, and repeat buyers. As we can see from the graph below, the age of fir...
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The Stonewall Jackson Inn of Harrisonburg
The Stonewall Jackson Inn of Harrisonburg is currently undergoing a revitalization. Located downtown at 547 East Market Street — in the heart of a...
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Caverns Near Harrisonburg VA
Whether you are a visitor just passing through the Shenandoah Valley or you have called the Valley your home for decades, exploring the region's caver...
Buyer Profiles
What Happens if the Appraisal Comes Back Low?
Introduction: First of all, if you are dealing with a contract, you'll want to defer to the language written in the contract. Appraisal contingencies...
Flipping Real Estate
April REI Meeting: Part One of Real Estate Investing
Diving into Real Estate Investing I am excited to announce that Chase and I will be reviewing the full process on how to buy your first, or next, inve...
Flipping Real Estate
Harrisonburg Real Estate Investors Network- February Meeting
A little bit about my real estate background... I got my license in 2014 and since then I have had the honor of being named a Top Agent by Virginia Li...
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Harrisonburg Real Estate Investors Network- January Meeting
Who is Evan Mayo? Evan Mayo is a trial attorney and real estate investor located in Charlottesville, Virginia. He began investing in real estate in…
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Elkton Brewing Co a Nightcap to Your Weekend Adventures
It's been a couple of months since I first caught wind of Elkton Brewing Co. The feedback was all positive and I immediately became curious. What woul...
Sellers Market
How Much Are Houses Selling For: List Price Vs Sales Price
As a buyer or a seller in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham housing market, you may be wondering what the average difference is between the listing pric...
Buyer Guides
What Buyers Want In A House
If you are considering putting your house on the market in the near future, you may be wondering what prospective homebuyers are looking for before…
Real Estate Education
Quick Ways To Upgrade Your Patio
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, you may be brainstorming ideas on how to celebrate with friends or family in a time of social distanc...
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Merge Coffee Shop Opens New Location
Summer has officially started and downtown Harrisonburg is once again open for business, following some temporary closures due to COVID-19. An exciti...
Real Estate Education
10 Best Kitchen Countertops
A kitchen is central to both the style and functionality of a home. The average American spends about 40 minutes per day in the kitchen preparing food...
Real Estate Education
Creating a Home Office
As many of us find ourselves working from home, you may realize the temporary work space you had set up in the corner of the kitchen was fine in the f...
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10 DIY Kitchen Reno Mistakes You Can Avoid
DIY projects can save money, increase the value of your home, and make you feel good about what you’ve accomplished. A kitchen remodel is a significa...
Real Estate Education
6 Tips For Moving Safely During Covid-19
Although the Covid-19 pandemic has forced most of us to shelter-in-place, some of us may find it necessary to move to a new shelter. A move could be…
Real Estate Education
Purchasing a House Sight Unseen
In a time of social distancing, if you are looking to purchase a home, you may be wondering how to go about touring houses without exposing yourself o...
Real Estate Education
Help Protect Your Home Against COVID-19
The rapid spread of COVID-19 has lead to a world-wide and state-mandated move to shelter in place. For now, our homes are not just emotional sanctuari...
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Declutter and Organize Your Home
In light of recent events and government recommendations pertaining to COVID-19, many people have decided to stay confined to their homes. As we all a...
Buyer Guides
Types Of Mortgage Loans
A huge aspect of purchasing a home is finding the right mortgage loan for you. There are several different types of mortgages that each have their own...
Real Estate Education
Massanutten Area Considers Incorporating
For several years, some of the residents in the Massanutten area have been working towards making the community an incorporated town. The movement has...
Market Reports
Getting Ready To Sell In The Spring Market
As most people know, Spring can be a great time to list your house. I have found that often buyers who have looked all winter are often ready to make...
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10 Tips for Deep Cleaning Your Home
1. Maintain the Right Humidity Level It’s important to maintain optimum humidity levels in your home. If the humidity is too low it results in static…
Real Estate Education
Massanutten Area Considers Incorporating
For several years, some of the residents in the Massanutten area have been working towards making the community an incorporated town. The movement has...
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10 Tips for New Homeowners
1. Hire a Professional While it’s great to be handy around the house, it’s important to assess the potential risks of taking on a project before you t...
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What changes are coming to Rockingham County Public Schools?
On January 27th, 2020, Rockingham County Schools voted to enact a redistricting proposal with the hopes of alleviating overcrowding at two schools. Th...
Sellers Market
Selling Your Home With A Mortgage
About 59% of homeowners have a mortgage that they are still paying off, according to research done by Zillow. What happens to this mortgage when a hom...
Real Estate Education
12 Key Items for a New Home
Congratulations, you’ve just moved into your new home! But now what? You’ll need to be prepared for the unexpected when it comes to maintaining your n...
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How Soon Can You Sell Your Home Part 2
In our previous post we covered some general guidelines about selling your home soon after buying it. In this post, we’ll delve into some further deta...
Sellers Market
How Soon Can You Sell Your Home After Buying It?
Once you have purchased a home, you can sell it at any point that you want to. However, that is not always advisable. How can you tell how soon it is...
Real Estate Education
Homeownership in 10 Simple Steps
Buying a new home doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are 10 Simple Steps to follow to buy your first home. 1. Credit Score Find out your credit sc...
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Mashita: Korean Fusion Finds a Home in Downtown Harrisonburg
“Mashita” is Korean for “delicious.” A 2019 look at the Korean fusion restaurant that opened at 105 North Liberty Street in downtown Harrisonburg and...
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Best of the Valley: Massanutten Golf
A less exotic, but equally enjoyable activity that Massanutten Resort offers is golf. Massanutten Resort is home to two conventional golf courses:…
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Best of the Valley: Massanutten Adventure Park
Massanutten’s Family Adventure Park is one of its most daring attractions. The adventure park is a one stop shop for climbing, tubing, ziplining,…
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The Massanutten WaterPark
The Massanutten WaterPark is one of the best water park options in the east. It was voted the 2 indoor WaterPark in the United States by USA Today’s...
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Massanutten Series
One of the best aspects of living in Harrisonburg and the surrounding areas is the availability of recreational activities outdoors. While there are a...
Real Estate Education
5 Common Myths About Real Estate Agents
There are a plethora of misconceptions and myths concerning real estate agents in our society today. While these do hold true for some unethical agent...
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GIS: What is it and how can I use it?
To give an overview of the GIS system, I have asked Doug Sexton- GIS Coordinator - Planning Department, Warren County, VA, to answer a few questions:…
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How to Prepare for a Hurricane or Tropical Storm
' People tend to panic when it comes to impending inclement weather. The thought, "what if," circles people's minds as they drive to the grocery stor...
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Construction Continues at Rockingham Park at the Crossroads
If you have driven East of Harrisonburg on Route 33. You may have noticed some construction happening to the North around Crosskeys Rd. If you weren't...
Real Estate Education
How to Tell if There is Too Much Snow on Your Roof
So we're about get a lot of snow. Is this something to be concerned about? How do you know when your roof has too much snow on it? First and foremost,...
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JMU Grad is Upon Us... Here's How to Survive!
I can't speak for all the residents, but I love what JMU brings Harrisonburg. JMU has been a major catalyst to our thriving downtown food and beer cul...
Flipping Real Estate
The Top 10 Terms of Commercial/Investment Real Estate
Welcome to the list of the top 10 terms used in commercial/investment real estate. If you are thinking of getting into investing and/or commercial rea...
Market Reports
Has the Harrisonburg and Rockingham Real Estate Market Recovered From the Crash?
If you have been paying attention to the real estate market for the past few years, things have been improving. 2016 was no exception as we saw more s...
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How to Prepare Your House To Host Holiday Events
The holidays are a time for families and friends to get together to eat, drink, and share. To children it's a magical time filled with suspense but to...
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Why You Should Buy Your First House and Keep it as a Rental
Every 4 years around this time, our country seems torn apart by opposing sides with different views about many things. I think that it's important to...
Market Reports
Will Harrisonburg and Rockingham's Median Sales Price increase by 3%-4% in 2016?
Harrisonburg and Rockingham county have been rapidly growing areas for quite some time. Does this mean the local housing market will follow the Nation...
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Penn Laird: A Great Place to Live
An Overview of Penn Laird Penn Laird sits just outside of the South Eastern side of Harrisonburg. With beautiful mountain views, a golf course, and a...
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Walmart in Timberville Building Update
Austin Garber, Timberville town manager, reports that Walmart has purchased and is planning to develop land on South Main St. by American Legion Dr. W...
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How to Find Bank Owned/REO Properties
What are Bank Owned/REO properties? While bank owned properties is pretty self-explanatory. What does REO stand for? REO stands for Real Estate Owned....
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How to Make a Custom Map Search
Do you have a dream area you want to live in? Do you wish you could choose to be alerted for a specific area? Check out the Map Search option at…
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Home Selling Process: Property Inspections & Repairs
This blog is part 7 of a series. Click here for: The Process for Selling Your House: An Overview. Home inspection's have the reputation of being a sel...
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How Much are Houses Selling For?
General Market Snapshot The median sales price in Harrisonburg for July 2014 was $199,250. While the year to date median sales price, for July, was…
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Harrisonburg Community Arts and Culture
Thinking of moving to Harrisonburg? Or, are you interested in finding out more about what Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley have to offer? Click...
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How to Select the Community You Want To Live In
Community is an important factor when buying a new home. What community facilitates your life style? Most people choose their community because of sch...
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First Time Home Owners Role in the Market
Bring on the stats. Okay, why should you care about first time home owners in the housing market? It's because they make up 36% to 50% of the market.…