Heart of Virginia Properties' Blog

Posted on 07/12/2020

Tips for Choosing the Right Vacation House

No two vacation residences are alike. As such, it pays to be diligent as you conduct a search for the optimal vacation home. Otherwise, you risk purchasing a vacation house that fails to accommodate your long-term needs. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do to find a vacation home that complements you perfectly, such as: 1. Establish...

Vacation Home

Buying A Home

Posted on 07/07/2020

What to Do If a House Seller Rejects Your Offer to Purchase

If a seller rejects your offer to purchase his or her house, there is no need to panic. At this point, there are many things you can do, including: 1. Craft a New Offer to Purchase If at first you don't succeed, try again. Remember, if you find your dream house but your initial offer to purchase is rejected,...

Posted on 07/01/2020

10903 Deerfield Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 is now new to the market!

This beautiful home is ready for new owners! Sitting on a great lot, the house has great curb appeal with matching motorcycle garage with electric installed in 2017, additional shed (ride in!), and a great front, back, and side yard to enjoy. Walk in to a great family room with lots of natural light, bright and white kitchen, 3 nicely sized bedrooms and 2 share a jack and half bath with great full bath in hall. Lots of updating complete on the inside and outside of the home. The roof and windows were replaced in 2012, HVAC in 2017, GREAT large deck installed 2019, and beautiful landscaping well cared for over the years. Inside the kitchen...

Posted on 06/28/2020

Tips for Sellers: Plan for a House Showing

As a home seller, it is crucial to do everything possible to prepare for a house showing. Yet determining the best ways to prep for a showing sometimes can be difficult. Fortunately, we're here to help you get ready for any showing, at any time. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you plan for a...

Selling Your Home

Showing

Posted on 06/26/2020

14100 Head Estate Place, Nokesville, VA 20181 now has a new price of $890,000!

Improved price for this gorgeous estate home on 10 acres with over 5,000 sqft. This home knows how to make an entrance! Pull up the private drive to the cleared center of 10 wooded acres, side load 3 car garage, extensive hard-scaping and landscaping, covered stone front entryway with french doors, and open to beautiful cherry hardwoods in 2 story foyer with gleaming dual staircases. The true gourmet kitchen with Fisher&Paykel gas burner double stove and double full ovens with additional wall oven and convention microwave oven built in is a chef's dream. Kitchen island with seating, ample counter space, walk-in french door pantry, and...

Posted on 06/21/2020

6 Tips to Appeal to Millennial Home Buyers

Image by fancycrave1 from Pixabay Those men and women from the millennial generation are now the largest segment of first-time home buyers. A full 66 percent of people who are purchasing their first home fall into this age group. Not only that, but millennials also comprise more than one-third -- 34 percent -- of the overall home buying...

Posted on 06/14/2020

What are the Benefits of Pre-Approval for a Mortgage ?

Photo by Clker-Free-Vector-Images via Pixabay A mortgage pre-approval can be a valuable tool for understanding how much you can afford to spend on purchasing a home. It can also make you seem much more attractive to sellers and help to identify any potential problems that may make it difficult to get a loan. In fact, many lenders claim...

Posted on 06/07/2020

Another Property Sold - 610 Spottswood Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Posted on 06/07/2020

Common Signs of Spider Mites

Photo by Maya A. P via Pixabay As their name implies, spider mites are arachnids. However, most arachnids are actually beneficial in the garden because they feed on common garden pests, but spider mites enjoy no such distinction. They are terribly destructive to both outdoor garden plants and houseplants, and they are particularly pernicious in hot-climate regions because...

Posted on 06/06/2020

Video Tour - 10777 Hinton Way, Manassas, VA 20112

This beautiful End Unit Townhouse in Bradley Square is ready for new owners! Great open concept main level with clear sight lines and beautiful bright finishes. Granite counters and island, beautiful hardwoods, stainless steel appliances, and great deck off the dining area makes this home great for entertaining and pride of ownership. Lower level makes for a perfect family room or in-law suite with full bath! Elegant master suite on upper level with tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and master bath with soaking tub and tiled shower. This end unit young townhome offers extended lot and fully fenced in large backyard. The community has walking...

Posted on 06/06/2020

10777 Hinton Way, Manassas, VA 20112 is now new to the market!

This beautiful End Unit Townhouse in Bradley Square is ready for new owners! Great open concept main level with clear sight lines and beautiful bright finishes. Granite counters and island, beautiful hardwoods, stainless steel appliances, and great deck off the dining area makes this home great for entertaining and pride of ownership. Lower level makes for a perfect family room or in-law suite with full bath! Elegant master suite on upper level with tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and master bath with soaking tub and tiled shower. This end unit young townhome offers extended lot and fully fenced in large backyard. The community has walking...

Posted on 06/06/2020

Another Property Sold - 217 Oak Grove Lane, Stafford, VA 22556