ADAM GARRETT

Should real estate agents winterize or dewinterize a house? This article breaks down the liability risks, industry norms, and best practices — including why these tasks are best left to licensed professionals and how agents can protect themselves and their clients.

Image courtesy Google Maps (See Nature & Parks Below) Whether you're renting or buying , if you're considering a move to the Central or Eastern VA area or planning on it already, there are a lot of great online resources to help smooth your transition so that you can be informed in advance before even visiting there. Below I focus on mapping resources. With any Google maps below, filter the sections based on what you're looking for on the top left. Virginia MLS Map for Buyin

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What unrepresented buyers can expect when seeing real estate agent Adam Garrett's house listings that are for sale, i.e. tips, policies, offers after, etc.

Basic tips for buyers looking for multi-family property in SE Virginia including where to look, financing, advantages of multi-family, cap rate, & more.

Above: 1 of Adam's Rental properties & some credit/debit/status cards Below I've compiled some of my previous work, recent research, and...

Image Courtesy Google Maps & American Classic Self Storage The question of storage often comes up in real estate, especially around the...

Governor's Land at Two Rivers in James City County - Image by Adam I was recently asked this question by someone considering moving to...

There's not a 1 size fits all answer in this case. For some, renting for a year can be better, for some, a short-term rental can be better, and for others, an immediate purchase can be best. If selling and buying around the same time , things can get tricky as well, though there are some solid options to increase your time in between that many are unaware of like seller rent backs and buyer early possession. Here are some of the factors to consider: Are you certain that you

Here I share about budgets in general in addition to the positive impact that homeownership can make to help many save more and invest more. Sometimes renting is a better fit, but it's important to look at the facts to be sure before renting, even if homeownership seems impossible. No matter how much or how little your income is, your financial growth, even your giving potential, will be forever limited if you don't first limit yourself with a budget. The ability to invest is

The market in Hampton Roads is in a relatively good place. Home values are growing, but not growing at too rapid of a rate that would stimulate future crash concerns. Home values are also still quite affordable & below the Virginia median price and the national median price. Inventory is relatively low. In this article, I'll be sharing via graph form more on the current state of the market, and focusing as well on historic and recurring trends. The below is best viewed on a d

The primary hurdle after contract ratification between buyer and seller is the home inspection, but even after repairs are agreed on,...

Google Earth Historic Imagery Courtesy Google Earth A commonly neglected element of real estate in some places like Hampton Roads in VA...

Below I'll be going over tips for requesting showings as well as helping to set expectations on showing requests. Tips (All Covered in "...

Here are some ways to unintentionally part ways from your favorite agent, in some cases, with no option to turn back the time when you...

Unmatched SE VA Area Guide with information on other locations in VA & some on surrounding states, with information also applicable throughout the US. Especially including Hampton, Newport News, York County, Williamsburg, James City County, Smithfield, Isle of Wight County, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Surry, Southampton County, Gloucester County, Mathews County, Middlesex County, Richmond, New Kent County, Charles City County, Petersburg, Henrico

Image courtesy Penfed Credit Union In this article, I'll be linking a number of resources & information I have regarding credit &/or finances available for those looking to purchase, rent, sell, or be a landlord. Finances Generally Budgeting Budgeting Meeting with Adam Saving on Taxes for Real Estate Tax Relief & Deferral Banking Cash Saving Tips Homestead Exemptions on Real Estate in VA vs Other States Factors Impacting Supply & Demand on Real Estate That Influence Prices SE

Over 100 articles for home purchasers in East & Central VA going step-by-step through the house-buying process. (Hampton Roads, Greater Richmond, Middle Peninsula, Northern Neck)

Unmatched combo of digital & physical tools, top .1% video visuals, top 1% buyer feedback, unmatched localized buyer guide, top 3% financial prep, & more.

In this link to a Google Sheet, I've created a master spreadsheet for home purchase considerations for buyers. Since it's a Google...