Chesapeake Virginia Real Estate Blog

Emerald Lakes in Chesapeake, Virginia is an upscale neighborhood in the Hickory School district.  Emerald Lakes is part of a network of neighborhoods in the Etheridge area which has long been a Chesapeake favorite.  Like many of the more expensive neighborhoods in Chesapeake, it has been hit by t...

Cypress Point is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Virginia Beach. This is a place where you can find a wide variety of homes at many price points.  The homes surround a golf course and the community ammenties include a club house with a massive swimming pool.  Cypress Point is very convenientl...

Buying a home can represent the largest investment that a person will make in their lifetime.  As a result, it is critical that people who are considering the purchase of a home take all of the steps necessary to make that first house one that you will love to call home for years to come.  Below ...

One of the most beautiful trees that grows in the South is the Crepe Myrtle.  As the summer months warm up, these trees unleash stunning festoons of vibrantly colored blossoms.  Shades range from white, to lavender, to magenta to ruby red.  These trees start off their lives as rather unassuming d...

I have a pretty regular routine here on Active Rain.  As I sip my first cup of coffee for the day, I happily read all of the blogs from you night owls and morning glories....all of those great posts that people have written since the last time I logged on.  This morning, I was reading away, thoro...

Great information on the longevity of certain items on your credit score from Diane Osowieki in my old stomping ground of Nashville, Tennessee!  (Go Dores!)HOW LONG WILL INFORMATION STAY ON A CREDIT REPORT?  With so many questions about credit and credit reports here is some helpful information. ...

Have any of you experienced the "Vista Blue Screen of Death"?  Believe it or not, there is a computer issue that goes by that ominous name.  Apparently iTunes and Vista do not get along very well and can crash your system if you try to upgrade to a later version of iTunes. (Personally, I think it...

Etheridge Manor in Chesapeake, Virginia has long been a neighborhood where people can buy into the desirable Hickory School district at a reasonable price.  Etheridge Manor is part of a network of neighborhoods in the Etheridge area which has long been a Chesapeake favorite.  It also has not unde...

A great list of the value provided by a buyer's agent.  Remember, if you start going to open houses and new home sites without your agent, you may lose the opportunity for your agent to represent you.  Ask your agent about procuring cause!Real Estate Agents Are Not Just Door Openers- What A Buyer...

Larchmont in Norfolk, Virginia has long been a neighborhood with solid home values.  Larchmont is conveniently located near the Norfolk Naval Station which has made it a favorite neighborhood of many military families. Although home prices have declined somewhat, it has not undergone the dramatic...