Do you have a neighbor who seems to only mow the yard when it has grown so high they can't find their car that's parked on the lawn? Someone who has a boat parked in the driveway that hasn't seen a body of water in years? How about a house with a broken fence or siding with peeling paint?   A neighbor who doesn't maintain their home brings down the value of the whole neighborhood.   Most municipalities have an office that is in charge of enforcing neighborhood preservation.  Us... Read Full Story

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Via Richard Zaretsky, Florida Real Estate Attorney (Richard P. Zaretsky P.A. ): This seems to be THE NUMBER ONE question I get.  Unfortunately there are several answers and which  is correct for you depends on the Circumstances.  I will address the common scenarios in this article. Policy in my office is to never "tell" - as in "instruct" - our borrower client to pay or not to pay their mortgage.  Paying or not paying has a lot of collateral effects and the borrower needs ... Read Full Story

We cannot believe how fast time has flown by since we decided to bring the RE Bar Camp "phenomenon" to Virginia Beach! While the RSVP page shows we are filled, we are still accepting names as we expect to have some no-shows (boo!!!).     The 411 On The Event Who: Any Real Estate Professional and industry experts who have a DRIVEN desire to LEARN and SHARE What: Open session gathering of experts in Real Estate, Marketing, Technology and Social Media. This event is FREE When: 10... Read Full Story

Earlier this week, I had an IRL conversation with the lovely Lisa Sanderson (IRL = "In Real Life" for those of you not using Twitter).  While the purpose of the call was a referral I had for the Poconos area, as typical females, we ended up going way outside the subject at hand and on to other things..... "So, Lisa, how do you like Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate?" I asked.  (As you may or may not know, the Better Homes and Gardens real estate franchise is c... Read Full Story

Beautifully Renovated Historic Colonial in Port NorfolkLocation: Port NorfolkCompletely remodeled and ready to move in! Convenient location with quick access to the Interstate and Midtown Tunnel. Gleaming hardwood floors, new carpet, fresh paint, brand new kitchen and bathrooms, new hvac, front and back porches and more! Seller will pay all of buyer's closing costs.InformationContact Information Tina Merritttina@tinamerritt.com757-287-6338Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other... Read Full Story

Renovated Ranch on Large Lot in NorfolkLocation: Oakdale FarmsBeautifully renovated ranch on large fenced corner lot in convenient area. New carpet, fresh paint, updated kitchen, new bathrooms, garage and more! Seller will pay all of buyer's closing costs. Fully fenced yard with large patio.FeaturesBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Parking Spaces: 3Year Built: 1941Subdivision: Oakdale FarmsGarage Size: 1 carSchool District: GranbySquare Footage: 1300Agent Name: Tina MerrittBroker: Long and Foster... Read Full Story

Updated Ranch Home in Virginia Beach - $209,800Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Parking Spaces: 2Year Built: 1962Subdivision: Princess Anne PlazaSchool District: Green RunSquare Footage: 1500Agent Name: Tina MerrittBroker: Long and Foster Real EstateMLS #: 0919254Price: $209,8003508 Olympia LaneVirginia Beach, VA 23452View MapView More PhotosVirginia is for Kids!Read My BlogSearch all MLS ListingsRange/OvenFull RefrigeratorWasher/DryerDishwasherSink DisposalMicrowaveHardwood FloorsAtticFenced YardGrass... Read Full Story

Renovated Cape Cod Home in PortsmouthLocation: WesthavenAdorable and affordable renovated cape cod on quiet street in convenient Westhaven. New carpet and fresh paint hroughout. New kitchen. Formal living and dining rooms. Downstairs master suite. New roof, new windows, new HVAC and more! Seller pays all of buyer's closing costs!InformationContact Information Tina Merritttina@tinamerritt.com757-287-6338Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $157,800Prope... Read Full Story

Popular Courthouse Woods! Home in Virginia Beach, Virginia - $259,800.00Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2.5Parking Spaces: 4Year Built: 1998Subdivision: Courthouse WoodsGarage Size: 2 carSchool District: KellamSquare Footage: 1600Agent Name: Tina MerrittBroker: Long and Foster Real EstateMLS #: 0910390Price: $259,800.003116 Crosstimbers WayVirginia Beach, VA 23456View MapView More PhotosCommunity InformationProperty WebsiteRange/OvenFull RefrigeratorWasher/DryerDishwasherSink DisposalMicrowaveFireplac... Read Full Story