March Note: Railroad & a Blog Post & Appraisals in a Vacuum
For some reason, spelling "vacuum" always confounds me. That said, this month I'm writing the word "vacuum" several times - each time correctly. Join the tens of people who read the note every month. Subscribe here. It's easy. Reminder: this note is for those not…
Who Are the Major Employers in Charlottesville?
Who are the major employers in Charlottesville? Asked another way, as was by a client, how do people afford buying houses in Charlottesville? I asked the Nest Charlottesville minds to help add to my list. UVA ecosystem - School, Medical School, Maintenance, etc Martha Jefferson Hospital NGIC/DIA CFA…
Fire Trucks and Street Design
Surely, we can do better. Why do we design streets almost exclusively for massive vehicles, rather than for vehicles and people to interact safely? Another question - how long would it take to redesign Charlottesville and Albemarle planning to accommodate more reasonable streetscapes designed for humans first?…
February 2018 Real Estate Market Stats for Charlottesville Region
The Nest team puts out a lot of data. This month, I'm putting it all out there for your review. Dig in. Ask questions, and know that even with this data, your micro-market will require more analysis than is available here. 29 North February 2018…
Tariffs, Affordability, and the Charlottesville Real Estate Market
I'm no economist. But, I can read. And I can read people. Uncertainty is bad. Headwinds are bad. Perception is often reality and when materials costs are higher, costs to build are more expensive, homebuyers' prices will rise, and our community continues to want new homes…
Lochlyn Hill neighborhood in Charlottesville – New Construction with Character
Not like any other new construction in the City of Charlottesville. Yes, I'm one of the marketing agents for the neighborhood, and yes, I have represented buyers in the neighborhood. But. Every single person who was walked through the Lochlyn Hill neighborhood has said the same thing -…