Happy New Year! With another month (and year) coming to a close, it is time to review the previous month and look at the stats for 2009. Honestly, 2009 was a tough year for many, and this report proves it, but our area was thankfully not hit nearly as hard...
Drinking Water Quality in Harrisonburg
You’re thirsty. You grab a glass from the cabinet, walk over to your kitchen sink, and fill ‘er up. Ever wonder what goes into that glass? An Environmental Working Group website now gives users the ability to see what chemicals and/or contaminants are in your drinking water, by searching by...
Neighborhoods Near James Madison University (JMU)
James Madison University (JMU) is a large — and positive — factor in the economy of Harrisonburg and the surrounding area. JMU currently offers 68 undergraduate degree programs, 30 master’s programs, approximately 18,000 students, and a land mass of 696 acres of campus with 108 buildings. Many students live off...
New Website For Homeowners: HouseLogic
If you are a homeowner, or are thinking about becoming one, you should definitely check out HouseLogic, a new website by The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Although the site is still in beta mode, it provides a wealth of information and how-to’s for homeowners. Currently, the navigation consists of...
5 Reasons to Use an Agent When Buying a Home
Many home buyers — especially first time home buyers — don’t know or don’t understand how using a buyer’s agent works. Buying a home can be a confusing adventure, so it’s important to have an expert on your side, who works with buyers day in and day out, helping them...
Should You Put Your Home on the Market Over the Holidays?
It depends on your situation. If you absolutely must sell now (or start trying now) due to your financial situation, by all means, put your house on the market! Be sure to price it right and talk to a real estate agent you trust beforehand. There are some buyers searching...