Buying a Home in the Shenandoah Valley

Oct. 25, 2026

Before I Was a Realtor, I Was a First-Time Homebuyer

A few weeks ago, I shared a little throwback photo of Rustin and me dressed as Bob and Linda Belcher for our first Halloween party in our first home.

Along with that photo, I shared a little bit about the house itself. How it had been on the market …

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Oct. 22, 2026

Found a House You Love Online? Here's Who You Should Call First.

You don't have to be ready to buy tomorrow to have a real estate agent in your corner.

We've all done it. You're scrolling through Zillow or Realtor.com, maybe just looking out of curiosity, when suddenly a house catches your eye.

You look through the photos, check the …

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Oct. 19, 2026

If You're a Buyer Sitting on the Fence, This One's for You

There is a question I've been hearing a lot lately, and I understand why: Is now really a good time to buy a house?

Between mortgage rates, affordability concerns, and the endless stream of housing market predictions, it's easy to feel like the safest decision is to sit on …

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Oct. 14, 2026

Buying a Home With Your Dog in Mind

You probably have a wish list for your next home. Maybe it includes a bigger kitchen, an extra bedroom, or a porch where you can drink your morning coffee. But if you have a dog, there’s a good chance you’re making a little wish list for them, too.

A …

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Oct. 12, 2026

I Want to Buy a House. What's the First Step?

The other day, someone asked me a question that I wish more people felt comfortable asking.

"If I want to buy a house, what's actually the first step?"

They mentioned having about $10,000 saved and weren't sure if that was enough to even consider purchasing a home.

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Oct. 7, 2026

Thinking About Moving Next Year? Here’s What You Can Do Now

If a move is somewhere in your plans for 2027, you don’t need to have every detail figured out this fall. Maybe you know you want more space, a different location, or simply a home that fits your life a little better. That’s enough to start thinking about what comes …

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Oct. 6, 2026

Did Someone Say... A Million Dollars?

Did Someone Say... A Million Dollars?

There was a time when seeing a million-dollar home hit the market around here felt a little like spotting a unicorn.

You noticed it.

Maybe you clicked through the photos just because you were curious. You expected acreage, incredible views, a …

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Sept. 28, 2026

The Market Has Changed. Have Your Expectations Changed With It?

One of the hardest parts about buying or selling a home isn't necessarily the paperwork, the negotiations, or even the moving boxes.

Sometimes, it's letting go of what we think the market should look like.

Maybe your friend bought a home a few years ago for a price …

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Sept. 23, 2026

What Should You Look for During a Home Showing?

It’s easy to walk into a home and immediately picture where your furniture would go. I do it too! But when you’re touring homes, it helps to look past the paint colors and decor and think about what living there would actually feel like.

You don’t need to spot …

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Sept. 21, 2026

What Is My Home Actually Worth?

It’s one of the most common questions I get as a Realtor, and on the surface, it seems like it should have a pretty simple answer.

“What is my house worth?”

You might expect me to look at your home, pull a few recent sales, and come back …

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