You may have heard about the new documentary coming into theaters soon called “Waiting for Superman.” It basically challenges the education system in the United States. Watching the preview for this movie made me think about the public school system in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. How do our schools...
Archives: 2010
Will Sales Tax on Real Estate Transactions Fund Health Care?
There is a rumor going around that a 4% sales tax (beginning in 2012) on real estate transactions will aid in the funding of the new health care reform. The truth is NO, there will NOT be a sales tax on real estate transactions; however, there will be a 3.8%...
New Zip Line and Canopy Tours at Massanutten Resort
We are always on the lookout for new and fun things to do in the Harrisonburg area, and Massanutten Resort is a great four-season resort just minutes east of the ‘Burg. It is chock full of recreational activities for individuals and families. Just recently, Massanutten Resort opened up a new...
Record low interest rates on 30-year loans!
This past week, interest rates on 30-year fixed mortgages hit a record low — or, at least, as low has rates have been since records starting being kept in 1971. Click here to read more.
Harrisonburg Neighborhood Tour: Lake Pointe
Lake Pointe is this area’s most luxurious neighborhood, with gorgeous custom built homes on large lots of about an acre or more. Many of these homes have glorious views of Lake Shenandoah and the Blue Ridge Mountains. This neighborhood is tucked away between the edge of Highland Park and the...
Harrisonburg Area Real Estate Market Report: May 2010
Last month, we saw sales volume increase by 60% from the same time last year. We were excited to see that surge in sales because it showed promise for our local market moving forward through recovery. This month didn’t fare as well, but sales volume only dropped by 5%, and...