Monthly Notes archives

This is going to be a fun note.
A big question for you – I’m thisclose to removing the “search for homes” feature from this blog. For good. What do you think?
First, two stories – newbies and self-policing of real estate agents. Then I’ll talk a bit about market data and the nearly-end-of-2015 state of the market.
Then, I’ll talk a bit about the just-finished Nest Summit, going “behind the sign” (and possible ramifications), and I’ll touch on some of the things I’m reading …
As always, the blog roundup for November’s better and more relevant stories from RealCentralVA and RealCrozetVA.
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Time, Complications, Contextual Fears, and Poop in Sinks | Jim’s Note August 2026
#190 This month: Our HVAC went out a few weeks ago — hot, real hot, and naturally on a Friday. My wife and I remarked that we had just put the new system in, until I pulled up the invoice and found that “just” was…
July 2026 Monthly Note: Say Hi More Often, Cleaning Karma, and the Cash “Discount”
#189 My notes are where I put my best writing, where I encourage you to subscribe as it’s only the one email a month, and I do my level best to write each note as if I’m writing it to one person – you (and…
June 2026 Monthly Note | Your House Won’t be on Zillow, and other Threads
I write these notes every month. This is the link to this one on Substack, where you can subscribe. I post them here because much like real estate, I rent at Substack and I own here. Issue #188 Hi. My name is Jim. And I’m…
Friction, Quiet Wins, 69% and Sticks in a Creek | Note from Jim May 2026
I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Issue #187 Making the May note by the skin of my teeth. It’s been a productive…