Inside a Harrisonburg Closing: What Actually Happens on Closing Day
You’ve toured the homes, made the offer, survived inspections—and now you’re here: closing day. It sounds like the finish line, but really, it’s more like the final lap. If you’re buying a home in Harrisonburg or Rockingham County, here’s what actually goes down behind the scenes—and at the table—on closing day. What is “closing,” exactly? […]
The 3 Best Questions to Ask at an Open House (If You Actually Want to Buy Smart)
Open houses can feel low-stakes. You wander through, admire the light fixtures, imagine your couch in the corner. But if you’re even considering buying, this isn’t just a casual stroll—it’s a chance to gather real insight. And the right questions? They can reveal way more than the listing ever will. 1. Why is the seller […]
What Can You Really Afford? A Guide for First-Time Buyers
If you’re thinking about buying your first home, odds are you’ve asked yourself some version of this question: “What can I actually afford?” And if you’re like most first-time buyers I talk to, that question is usually tied to one number: the monthly payment. Totally fair — it’s what comes out of your bank account […]
Is It Cheaper to Rent or Buy in Harrisonburg?
If you’re renting and wondering if it’s time to buy, you’re not alone — especially as a first-time buyer, when the decision feels big (and not just financially). How much can I afford? What’s the process? Am I even ready? Let’s walk through that uncertainty together — with real numbers and local insight to help […]
New Construction Trends in Harrisonburg & Rockingham (2020–2025)
Prices Soared, Then Shifted – Here’s Why It Matters I was interested in seeing how new construction in our area has shifted over the past few years, so I decided to take a closer look at the data. What I found reveals some fascinating changes that directly impact buyers and sellers in our community. If […]
Top 5 Most Active Neighborhoods in Harrisonburg
Yesterday, I explored which neighborhoods are seeing the highest over-asking sales prices. Today, I’m looking at a different metric altogether: pure sales volume. “Competitive” doesn’t always mean “active.” While some neighborhoods might see homes selling well above asking price, they might only have a handful of sales per year. So which neighborhoods in Harrisonburg and […]
The 3 Most Competitive Neighborhoods in Harrisonburg & Rockingham County
Imagine this: you’ve found your dream home, submitted what you thought was a strong offer, and then learned someone else offered thousands above asking price. Frustrating, right? This scenario is playing out frequently in certain Harrisonburg neighborhoods. I decided to dig into the data by pulling MLS numbers from the past two years, looking specifically […]