Through a true community effort, The Manufactory Collective is open and thriving! At last there is a co-working space for entrepreneurs and small business owners equipped for manufacturing needs and empowering their growth! Click here to read all about this amazing Collective! >>>
Author Archives: Celeste Baker
Brewing Community—Broad Porch Coffee Co.
Broad Porch Coffee Co has opened a new storefront location on Court Square! Chic, modern and completely renovated; you will want to see their new space! Even more exciting—they now have a full kitchen and menu too! Click here to get all the details! >>>
Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: March 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Put your finger on the pulse of the real estate scene, where the winds of change are blowing! While 2023 saw a dip in new listings, sales, and contracts, 2024 is gearing up for a shift. The latest data reveals a remarkable 17% surge in new listings hitting the market from last month! While sales are down 3% from last March, they are up a whooping 12% YTD from 2023. Buyer urgency is on the rise in this spring market; with a 7% increase in homes closing within 30 days from last month. There has also been an 8% increase in homes sold over asking price from last month. And here's the cherry on top; we've seen average interest rates decrease slightly and remain balanced YTD compared to the rollercoaster of last year. These fluctuations bring a symphony of opportunities for both buyers and sellers, making it a prime time to make moves in the housing market! Check out the full market report here >>>
Exploring Local Lore: Dive into the Fun of Trivia Nights!
Looking for something fun to do to help you beat those winter blues? Harrisonburg is home to numerous weekly trivia nights! Here are a few you should definitely check out! >>>
A Night of Musical Medicine: Benefit Concert for the Blue Ridge Free Clinic
Who doesn't love a fun, one-of-kind night out on the town—with the added joy that only comes from helping others?! Be sure to check out A Night of Musical Medicine to support our community and benefit the Blue Ridge Free Clinic. Here are all the details! >>>
Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: January 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]
As we delve into the current real estate landscape, it's evident that shifts are underway! While new listings, sales, and contracts showed a steadily declining trend in 2023, change is on the horizon for 2024. The number of listings hitting the market has increased—at last—this past month (by a whopping 34% no less)! Also positive is that both interest rates and the median number of days properties remain on the market has stabilized compared to last year. We're also seeing an uptick in homes closing within 30 days from last month. These fluctuations offer opportunities for both buyers and sellers alike, and it is still a great time to buy or sell a home! Check out the full market report here >>>