What Do Hampton Roads Home Sellers Need to Know About Appraisals?
The buyer's lender orders an appraisal after your home goes under contract. Here's how it works, what can go wrong, and how to prepare.
What Does It Cost to Buy a Home in Virginia Beach in 2026?
Beyond the purchase price, buying in Virginia Beach means closing costs, a down payment, and ongoing ownership costs. Here's what to budget.
What Does It Cost to Sell a House in Virginia Beach?
Selling in Virginia Beach costs 6–9% of the sale price when you add up commission, closing costs, and repairs. Here's the full picture.
How Much Are Closing Costs for Hampton Roads Home Sellers?
Beyond commission, Hampton Roads sellers pay grantor's tax, settlement fees, and prorated taxes. Here's the complete breakdown.
What Do Sellers Pay in Virginia Real Estate Commissions?
The NAR settlement changed how commissions work. Here's what Virginia Beach sellers actually pay in 2026 — and how to negotiate it.
What Are Typical Closing Costs for Virginia Home Buyers?
Closing costs in Virginia typically run 2–5% of the purchase price for buyers. Here's exactly what you'll pay — and a few ways to reduce it.
Virginia Beach Home Prices Up 6.3%: What March 2026 Data Means for Hampton Roads Buyers and Sellers
Virginia Beach home prices jumped 6.3% year-over-year in March 2026, pushing the median sale price to around $340,000. Homes are moving fast, often going pending in under 30 days. Here's what that means if you're buying, selling, or investing in Hampton Roads right now.
Virginia Beach Home Values Are Rising Again: What a 6.5% Increase Means for You
Virginia Beach property values are projected to increase by 6.5% in 2026, continuing a trend of steady appreciation across Hampton Roads. Whether you own a home, are thinking about buying, or are considering an investment property, this shift affects your financial picture in real ways. Here's what you need to know.
Why Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads Are Winning in 2026 — And What It Means for You
Hampton Roads home values appreciated 4.17% in 2025 — more than double the national average. With the Bridge-Tunnel expansion, Amazon's new fulfillment center, and record defense spending, this region is accelerating. Here's what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors.
Hampton Roads Just Got a Blueprint for Economic Growth — Here's What It Means for Your Home
The Hampton Roads Alliance has unveiled a regional economic playbook designed to attract jobs and corporate investment across the metro area. For homeowners, buyers, and investors, that kind of intentional growth strategy has real implications for property values and housing demand. Here's what you need to know.
What Hampton Roads Homeowners Actually Pay in Property Taxes (2025 Guide)
Property taxes are one of the biggest ongoing costs of owning a home in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, or anywhere in Hampton Roads. This guide breaks down how Virginia property taxes work, what local rates look like in 2025, and what buyers and owners should factor into their budgets.
A $350 Million Bet on Virginia Beach: What Atlantic Park Means for Homeowners and Investors
A massive $350 million mixed-use development is reshaping the Virginia Beach Oceanfront — and it's not just big news for tourists. For homeowners, buyers, and investors across Hampton Roads, Atlantic Park signals real opportunity worth paying attention to.
What Virginia's 2025 Real Estate Law Updates Mean for Hampton Roads Buyers and Sellers
Virginia rolled out several important real estate law changes in 2025 that affect how homes are bought and sold across the state. From updated buyer representation agreements to new disclosure requirements, these changes impact every transaction in Hampton Roads. Here's what you need to know before you buy or sell.
Hampton Roads Is About to Change: What the Next Decade Means for Local Real Estate
Eight transformative projects are set to reshape Hampton Roads over the next decade, from offshore wind energy to defense innovation hubs. Here's what that means for homebuyers, sellers, and investors across the region.
Atlantic Park Is Coming to Virginia Beach — Here's What It Means for Local Real Estate
A $350 million development is reshaping the Virginia Beach Oceanfront with a surf park, entertainment venue, luxury apartments, and more. For homeowners and investors across Hampton Roads, this project could signal a meaningful shift in local property values and demand.
Virginia's New Buyer-Agent Rules Are Here: What Hampton Roads Home Shoppers Need to Know in 2025
Virginia's General Assembly passed new laws in 2025 that change how buyers and tenants must work with real estate agents before touring homes. If you're planning to buy or rent in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, or anywhere across Hampton Roads, these rules affect you from day one of your search. Here's a plain-language breakdown of what changed and why it matters.
Virginia Beach Home Values Are Rising Again in 2026 — Here's What That Means for Your Wallet
Virginia Beach property assessments are climbing more than 5% for most homeowners heading into fiscal year 2027. Whether you own a home, are planning to sell, or are looking to buy in Hampton Roads, this trend has real financial implications you need to understand.
112 New Construction Communities Are Reshaping the Hampton Roads Market — Here's What You Need to Know
Over 112 new construction communities are now listed across Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, with prices ranging from the $400s to over $1 million. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing in Hampton Roads, this surge in new housing supply has real implications for your next move.
2025 BAH Rates Are Here: What Military Families in Hampton Roads Should Know Before Buying
Updated 2025 Basic Allowance for Housing rates are reshaping what military families can afford across Hampton Roads. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, understanding how BAH influences local demand could give you a real edge this year.
Chesapeake's Planning Areas Explained: What They Mean for Buyers and Investors
Chesapeake is one of the fastest-growing cities in Hampton Roads, and its official planning areas tell you exactly where that growth is headed. Whether you're buying a first home or looking for your next investment property, knowing these boundaries can give you a real edge. Here's what you need to know.
Norfolk Is Betting Big on Maritime, Defense, and Healthcare — Here's What That Means for Hampton Roads Real Estate
Norfolk is strategically building industry clusters around maritime technology, defense, and healthcare to diversify and strengthen its economy. For homebuyers and investors across Hampton Roads, this kind of long-term economic investment tends to drive housing demand and support rising property values.
PCS Orders to Virginia Beach? What Military Families Need to Know Before They Move
Virginia Beach is one of the most military-friendly housing markets in the country — but navigating a PCS move from across the country (or world) takes preparation. Here's what active duty families should know about VA loans, neighborhoods, and buying before you arrive.
Port Revitalization Funds Are Coming to Hampton Roads — Here's What It Could Mean for Your Home's Value
New investment from the Port Host Communities Revitalization Fund is flowing into Hampton Roads neighborhoods near port facilities, bringing infrastructure upgrades and job growth. For homeowners and buyers in the region, this kind of economic activity can have a real impact on property values and long-term neighborhood appeal.
Major Military Housing Expansion Is Coming to Hampton Roads — Here's Why It Matters for the Local Market
The nation's largest military housing contractor just broke ground on a new housing community in Hampton Roads, signaling continued defense investment in our region. For buyers, sellers, and investors, this kind of development has real implications for the local real estate market. Here's what you should know.
Hampton Roads Is Growing Fast — Here's What That Means for Your Home
The Hampton Roads Alliance just released its 2025 Annual Report, and the numbers are hard to ignore: 22 business announcements, $1.18 billion in capital investment, and more than 2,450 new jobs. For anyone buying, selling, or investing in the region, this kind of economic momentum matters.