Category Archives: Virginia Beach

Your Checklist Before You Buy Your Next Home

hands, Pen and checklist featuring the words"Home Buying Checklist"
Home Buying Checklist

The time has come and you are ready to buy, but before you start searching for your next home review this checklist. This list helps you prepare your budget in advance and guide you to financial success in the future.

1. Reduce Debt & Increase Credit Score: Before you start looking for your next home you should request a credit report. This will give you a starting point on understanding your credit score before you request a loan. Your credit score will influence the interest rate of your loan.

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2. Save Money to Set Yourself Up with a Large Down Payment: While it is possible to purchase a home without a 20% down payment it’s best to get as close as possible. This will allow you to have a smaller mortgage rate, Avoid PMI, and receive a better rate. If you do not have a 20% down payment you may qualify for a VA or FHA loan.

As you begin the process to find your next home checking these items off your list will provide you with a more successful home buying experience. Our team is here to help you! Let us know the area and/or neighborhood you are looking to live along with your top needs our team of professionals will assist with finding your next home.

See The Houses For Sale, Illustration of House For Sale Sign, Grass, Sky, and a house.
Houses For Sale

Consult A Realtor at 757-466-1009!

Article by EXIT Realty Corp International

Why Did We Pick The Name EXIT? ●

Exit Logo and Suit guy going through door with Exit Sign above it
Exit Realty: What’s In Our Name?

Exit Realty: What’s In Our Name?

The name “EXIT” is branding genius. Millions and millions of EXIT signs across North America point to the way.
You see EXIT everywhere you go. Think about it…

• EXIT is the most advertised name in the world.
• EXIT signs are always strategically located.
• EXIT signs must be illuminated by law.
• EXIT signs are paid for with other people’s money!
• The word EXIT suggests “safe passage”.
• The Seller is making an “EXIT”.
• Everyone is looking for an EXIT strategy!
• EXIT has a tremendous subliminal effect.
• EXIT is memorable with four letters and two syllables – the real purpose of advertising.

EXIT is illuminated above every corporate door in North America!

Curious? Call Kimberly at 757-466-1009 and let’s talk!

Article by EXIT Realty Corp International

The Red Mill Neighborhood ●

Front of Nimmo Church
Nimmo Church

Red Mill is a very sought-after area in Virginia Beach! It has a very Virginia Beach feel to it. On the East end is the Lagomar neighborhood and the Back Bay Wildlife Refuge. North is Dam Neck Estates, Pine Meadows and Dam Neck Road. On the West is the Strawbridge neighborhood, Mathews Green and Strawbridge Marketplace. South is Heritage Park and Hell’s Point Golf Club. Access to Interstate 264 is way up North via General Booth Blvd to Oceana Blvd or straight up London Bridge Rd. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront is minutes away, up General Booth Blvd! The Pungo neighborhood is close, and Sandbridge is a tourist beach not far away. You’re in luck if you like parks! All of Virginia Beach is park heavy! Including the area around Red Mill. Red Mill Farms Park is a huge park with 2 baseball diamonds on Sandbridge Rd. Nimmo Church is a beautiful old church that serves as a landmark for the locals. The Nimmo Meeting House for the church was built in 1791 which later became the sanctuary. The Strawbridge Neighborhood Park and the Ocean Lakes East Neighborhood Park both have great playgrounds for children to play! Ocean Lakes North Park is essentially a field. Culver Park has a nice playground and tennis courts!

View of the park at Red Mill Farms Park

There is a ton of shopping, dining and entertainment in the area! Get your groceries at Food Lion, Walmart, Target, Farm Fresh or Harris Teeter. There is a nice mix of common and uncommon dining options. Check out Chipotle’s, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Firehouse Subs, Chili’s, Schlotzsky’s, Outback Steakhouse, McDonald’s and Panera Bread. But you could also look into these more unique restaurants: Primo Pizzaria, Lago Mar Pizza, Hip Hops Grill, Chowboy Republic, Rigoletto Italian Bakery and Cafe, Masola Bites, Boardwok and Volcano Sushi Bar! Don’t forget all the Starbucks on every block. other businesses include CVS, OfficeMax, HomeGoods, Michaels, T.J. Maxx, Home Depot, Coastal Edge, Dollar Tree and Regal Cinemas Strawbridge. Nightlife includes many of the restaurants and also includes A.J. Gators, Kelly’s Tavern, FIREBREW Bar & Grill, and Whiskey Kitchen!

Illustration of House For Sale Sign, Grass, Sky, and a house.

Interested in health spots? You are in luck! There is 9Round Fitness, Fitness Together, Anytime Fitness, Orangetheory Fitness, iNLeT Fitness South, Princess Anne Recreation Center, Changing Lives Martial Arts Red Mill Walk, Natural Balance Spa & Yoga, Bayside Yoga Barre, Get In Shape For Women, GNC, Fat Frogs Bike & Fitness and Natural Balance Spa & Yoga!

View of the shops at Red Mill Commons

You get the idea! There is a large amount of every kind of store here. This doesn’t detract from how calm and pleasant the neighborhoods are here.

I would love to show you more about Red Mill! I can get you in to see any of the homes for sale here. I can call the listing agent and schedule a showing for you. And I can help you negotiate your price and terms! If you would like more information, please call 757-466-1009!

Red Mill Neighborhoods map

Spotlight on the Aragona Village Neighborhood ●

Aragona Village on the Map
Aragona Village

See the Houses for sale in the Aragona Village Neighborhood!

Parks

Aragona Park, Williams Farm Park and Lynbrook Landing Park are all on the west end. The south end backs up to Virginia Beach Blvd, for quick access to Interstate 264 via the N Witchduck Rd exit. There’s a Walmart just south of the Blvd. North of the Blvd and south of the neighborhood, you enjoy the food of Hardees, Sonic, Chick-fil-A and Arby’s. Don’t forget Pembroke mall nearby and Town Center!

Nearby Neighborhoods!

Lynbrook Landing
Ridgely Manor
Pembroke
Pembroke Manor

Aragona Village Median Sales Price: 10 years

Chart showing Aragona Village, Virginia Beach,  median sales price over the last 10 years rising.
Aragona Village median sales price over the last 10 years

Call 757-466-1009 for more information!

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