Making a Rash Homebuying Decision
Getting my buyer-client to the point where they can make a rash decision. That's my goal. The Charlottesville real estate market - in many ways, it sucks. Really. Sucks. *NB: This applies to a certain segment of the Charlottesville area real estate market - and cannot and…
(Urban) Planning for Self-Driving Cars
I don't know the answers, but it's worth the conversation and awareness. How are Charlottesville/Albemarle/Central Virginia planning for self-driving cars? They're coming. Uber swallows self-driving truck startup Otto for $680 million Columbus’ smart city win may lead to autonomous trucks Local smart city planners want big…
Two Opinions on Growth
The Daily Progress have printed two editorials on growth in the Charlottesville - Albemarle (CharlAlbemarle) region. Take a few minutes to read them both. First, from Kyle Redinger: Land-use policies often harm those most in need Next, from Morgan Butler: Albemarle must maximize growth areas, update policies to provide…
Inspiration for Monday’s Post: Trees in New Development
Trees. People want them; new developments usually get rid of them. (more…)
Bodo’s on Preston – Entrance is Getting Redone
One of the more inefficient, but definitely Charlottesville things (if you don't know how to enter and then wait quickly, you're clearly not from here) ... is getting redone. (more…)
Who (What Age) is Moving to the Charlottesville – Albemarle Area
Sometimes, asking a simple question yields a tremendous response. A few weeks ago I was in a meeting in which a speaker noted that builders were building new homes primarily for the 55+ community (not explicitly 55+ communities; that's a different thing). Builders are building…
A Conversation about Growth in Charlottesville and Albemarle
What follows is an email conversation with a friend last week; we're all struggling with coming to terms with growth in the City of Charlottesville, County of Albemarle, and surrounding areas. Our community is going to grow. I've written before about how I, as a Realtor, and…
The Rio Road Grade Separated Interchange Project – Live!
What they are doing at the intersection of Rio and 29 in Charlottesville is amazing. I don't know if this project is going to actually make traffic more efficient, but it sure is incredible to watch. Watch it here, but try to not spend…
Caution Advised
I've said for years that we (I) won't know today's state of the real estate market until we have at least 18 months' hindsight. I'm putting this here for later reference. 3% Downpayment being offered by Wells Fargo. Having nearly no skin in the game didn't…
1st Quarter 2016 Nest Report – How’s the Market?
Download the Nest Report here, dig in, ask questions, and remember - this is a snapshot of the total market. Your market will vary, whether that's a condo in the heart of downtown Charlottesville or the outskirts of town, single family home in North Downtown or a…