The process of buying a home is a very long one. From saving up money for a down payment to touring multiple houses to find the right one for you, there's a large time investment that all gets paid off at the closing. If you're a Virginia soon-to-be homeowner, it's a...
Real Estate Transactions
Tips for selling your home
Selling your home in Virginia might take some work, but your efforts don't have to be harder than necessary. By being wise about how you use your resources, you can realize the true potential of your property. Follow these tips to get your home ready to place on the...
Boundary disputes are a common type of property dispute
When you purchase a piece of property in Virginia, you should know where your property ends and your neighbor's property begins. Boundary lines exist for a reason, and when all parties know where they are and respect them, it can help prevent various issues. Boundary...
Does a short sale have benefits to consider?
If your mortgage is costly and will result in you paying more than your home is worth, something that you may want to consider in the future is a short sale. A short sale prevents foreclosure and helps borrowers avoid paying back the difference between what they owe...
Protect your business interests with a strong commercial lease
As a Virginia business owner, you know how difficult it is to find a commercial space that is affordable and suitable for your company needs. When you find the right warehouse, storefront or space that is what you're looking for, you may feel tempted to quickly sign...
These 4 alternatives to foreclosure could help you keep your home
If you are struggling with paying your bills, one thing that you may be worried about is foreclosure. If foreclosure is a real and potential problem, the good news is that there are some alternatives to foreclosure that you may be able to access.Before you turn to...
Be cautious before you sign a commercial lease agreement
When you find the perfect space for your Virginia company, you may be excited to move ahead as soon as possible. It can be quite difficult to find the right kind of storefront, warehouse or commercial building for your business, but there are plenty of reasons you...
Virginia’s residential property disclosure rules
Buying a house is an important financial step in the life of a family. In addition to being the family's home, a house also often represents a family's most costly, and valuable investment. If it turns out that the house is not in the condition which it appeared to be...
An overview of mechanic’s liens in Virginia
When people in Blacksburg hear about foreclosure, their first thought may be about a family or a business falling behind on their payments to the bank on the loan they took out to buy the real estate. All Virginians, and particularly those who are building or doing...
A few important things to consider in a commercial lease
The Blacksburg area can be a great place to start a business, but one of the keys to doing so successfully is picking out the right location for that new enterprise. After all, even in this day of online shopping and service, most businesses will still need some sort...