As dependence upon virtual solutions increase, the risks associated with data security and cyber breaches continue to grow as well, impacting a variety of industries worldwide including real estate. Cyber criminals have become more creative and their attacks increasingly destructive. According to a recent article in REALTOR Magazine, real estate was the second-most targeted industry [...]
Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® (BRAR) Market Statistics July 2020 The overall number of new listings in June for the Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® service area was down 2.5%, from June, which was a 2.7% decrease from the number of new listings taken in July 2019. The number of Pending Sales dropped 0.2% from [...]
It's a hot market and homes are selling quickly, but yours didn't...WHY?? There are a few factors that can cause a home to linger on the market, while others are selling. Location Over history it’s been said the three things to look for in buying a property are (1) Location, (2) Location, and (3) Location. [...]
Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® (BRAR) Market Statistics June 2020 The overall number of new listings in June for the Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® service area was down 0.3%, from May, which was a 1.4% decrease from the number of new listings taken in June 2019. The number of Pending Sales rose 8% [...]
Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® (BRAR) Market Statistics May 2020 The overall number of new listings in May for the Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® service area were up by 3.7%, from April, which was still a decrease from the number of new listings taken in May 2019 (by 15.3%). The number of Pending Sales [...]
As the lack of inventory remains a challenge in today’s real estate market, many buyers find themselves competing with one another. How can you make you offer stand out and land the home of your dreams? Price is often the deciding factor, but it’s not always the only issue at play. First, do your homework. [...]
As we have all adapted to a new way of life in the wake of Coronavirus, Colony Realty agents have continued to serve clients and the community, much like they have for the past 57 years. Armed with Technology and Personal Protective Equipment, our REALTORS® have worked diligently to continue to provide essential services while [...]
Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® (BRAR) Market Statistics April 2020 The overall number of new listings in April for the Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS® service area dropped by 13.9%, from March, which was a decrease of 12.2% from the number of new listings taken in April 2019. The number of Pending Sales dropped [...]
This lovely home built in 1879 was listed and sold by John B. Schroth, Associate Broker at Colony Realty. The stately Colonial boasts more than 3,600 square feet of living space, with four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. Some highlights include 3 fireplaces, granite counters, a brick patio and the recently remodeled Master Bath. Located [...]
With the majority of buyers shopping for homes online theses days more than ever, high-resolution photographs and video tours are essential. Here’s how to make your home shine on camera. Understand the camera’s perspective The camera’s eye is different from the human eye. It magnifies clutter and poor furniture arrangement so that even a home [...]