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Transportation Impact on Where to Move in VA
In this article, I show a map at the bottom I've created of transportation options in & in some cases around VA, including train...
Adam Garrett
Feb 15, 20247 min read


Virginia Shopping Map
Locations to Shop in VA are most impacted by population density first and second by income levels of those areas. Locations in large...
Adam Garrett
Feb 8, 20243 min read


Buyer Agency Types: Represented, Unrepresented, Dual Agency, Designated Agency, Etc.
There are a variety of options for how you could go about an offer: 1. The typical approach, which around 86% of buyers opt for, is to...
Adam Garrett
Jan 19, 20241 min read


Should You Hire a Buyer's Agent? What do They Do?
Do Most Real Estate Buyers Use a Buyer's Agent? While many first-time buyers are aware that most sellers use a listing agent. Many are...
Adam Garrett
Jan 18, 202417 min read


Best Zip Codes for Home Purchases
Below I go over how to find the best zip codes for home purchases, highlighting resources from Niche, zip code visual maps, etc. I also share how some information on zipcodes is purchaseable and available in some cases to real estate agents like myself who purchase it (as well as those agents' clients) but not authorized by the merchants to be displayed publicly online. Image courtesy Niche Niche Rankings for Best Zip Codes to Buy a House I share the following in another arti
Adam Garrett
Jan 17, 20245 min read


Adam's Faith
Above: me & my wife on our wedding day What is Adam's Faith? I am an Evangelical Christian & believe in the Bible. Love is very biblically important & faith helps me to love. I admit that I too often do not practice that which I cognitively assent to. I value & seek wisdom. I seek excellence. I am candid. I prioritize hard work. I'm open about some other beliefs that vary among Christians. I believe in the Bible, and identify as an Evangelical Christian. That said, I have som
Adam Garrett
Jan 12, 20249 min read


Hunting in VA Guide: Law, Resources, Details
Image Courtesy DWR from a map that was since taken down & replaced by this In this article, I wanted to go over some hunting basics for...
Adam Garrett
Jan 12, 20249 min read


Gun Laws in Virginia
Above - my dad & I in a basic duck blind Disclosures (i.e. verify with the most up-to-date government websites) It is best to always...
Adam Garrett
Jan 12, 20243 min read


How to Use Sentri Connect
This roughly 1.5 minute video goes over how to use Sentri Connect for the buyer's agent: This <1.5 minute video goes over how a listing...
Adam Garrett
Jan 8, 20243 min read


What to do if You Want to Buy an Unlisted Foreclosed Property
If you want to buy a property that is foreclosed, but hasn't been listed anywhere yet, here are some tips: Related: Pre-Foreclosures...
Adam Garrett
Jan 8, 20241 min read


Agent to Agent Hourly Assistance
Above - Adam viewing an attic with his ladder for a client. Related: What Adam Offers Buyers Most Important Cities/Counties in Hampton...
Adam Garrett
Jan 8, 20241 min read


Can My Agent Offer Me a Discount, Meal, Valuable Service, Raffle, Donation in my Name, or Gift for Referring Them Business?
By quoting the below, I am not stating that I agree with the below (since I am not an attorney), but that the sources I'm quoting below...
Adam Garrett
Jan 5, 20247 min read


Pre-Foreclosures
Image above courtesy Zillow Pre-foreclosures are where a home is about to get foreclosed on if nothing is done about it. When appearing...
Adam Garrett
Jan 5, 20243 min read


Factors Impacting Supply & Demand on Real Estate That Influence Prices
Above: Richmond - Image by Author Impact of Supply & Demand on Real Estate Moseley Real Estate School in their broker course states the...
Adam Garrett
Jan 3, 20247 min read


Education Needs Before Renting Out Your House
In this article, I'll be going over my education tips for renting out your house, with a focus on time needed for that education....
Adam Garrett
Jan 2, 20241 min read


Referrals to Real Estate Agents Across the Globe
Information for Buyers & Sellers on Receiving a Referral: The Problem with Many Sources to Find an Agent Many people today are finding...
Adam Garrett
Dec 30, 20235 min read


Marinas, Ramps, & Water Type (Fresh vs Salt) in Virginia
Toggle the Boat Ramps Option Above to Show Free Ramps; Do a Search for "Marina" To Show Marinas Image by Adam See embedded map below Free Boat Ramps & Launches When only "Free Boat Ramps & Launches" is selected above, it shows some of the many free boat ramps & other places to launch boats freely located in SE VA. Here's a 3rd party location to check options: Paid Marinas If you go to my map above, select "Paid Attractions & Amenities, type in "Marina", & (before hitting ente
Adam Garrett
Dec 26, 20231 min read


Christmas/New Year Giveaway 2023
This year (2023) I'm doing my 3rd annual giveaway for clients who have purchased or sold real estate with me in the past who are still...
Adam Garrett
Dec 25, 20231 min read


Escalation Clauses in Real Estate
What is an escalation clause? With an escalation clause, a buyer could make an offer for $400k on a home listed for $450k, with an...
Adam Garrett
Dec 21, 20236 min read


Realtor.com Value Projections for Top 100 US Metros in 2024
Realtor.com has come out with market forecasts for 2024. The results are good for Hampton Roads, ranked #16 out of the 100 largest U.S....
Adam Garrett
Dec 13, 20231 min read
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