Virginia Beach Real Estate & More …

About Me: Sean Schroeder, Agent with The Real Estate-Xchange Here is a little bit about me:Here is a little bit about me: I have been working in the Real Estate business for almost 4 years now, before that I was a internet programmer and web developer. My friend Greg Olive owned his own brokerage firm in Virginia Beach and he convinced be to get my license and work with him. He closed his brokerage firm and moved on to better things, you could say a greater calling. Just under 1 month ago I transfered my License to The Real Estate-XChange, in hopes of providing my clients with better service. As an agent I believe in maintaining open lines of communication. By clients can always call on me, and I will always answer if able or I will return their call at the first opportunity. I am a father of a 6 year old son who is also my little helper. I am also a husband to my lovely wife Kathy, who supports me a encourages me to go forth and help my clients even when I would rather just sit and watch a show with her. About The Real Estate-XChange I can better tell you about The Real Estate-XChange by telling you why I decided to join there group. The Real Estate-XChange is a new company only about one and a half years young located in Chesapeake, we have not one broker but two working brokers. Both Matt and Dave keep their fingers on the pulse of the industry and have worked hard to develop programs that assist and benefit our clients. Our motto is to think outside the box, The Real Estate-XChange has invested heavily in current technology, specifically the internet. But the biggest reason is that the brokers At the Real Estate-XChange realize that I am their client, and that to serve me well serves my clients well. Why select me, what sets me apart from the other agents in the area? Rain Rain Rain… Ok I realize that we need the rain, my grass is brown and the only things that are growing now are weeds. I have been trying to kill these weeds for years and now I am thinking maybe I should just kill off the grass and feed the weeds! The other day we finally received just under 3″ of rain during the night and today has been gloomy, dark and wet. At least the rain is coming down slow, and the ground may have a chance to absorb the water and my grass just might start to grow again, as will my beautiful weeds. By the time this rain system passes over, we are estimated to get between 2 and 3 inches again. We have been in the middle of a drought, though we haven’t been put under any mandatory water restrictions, I doubt that is going to happen now.   Virginia Beach – What I remember as a young boy I grew up in Virginia beach since age 7, after moving here from Ohio. As a young boy and teenager I have vivid memories of blue crabs. During the summer all of the neighborhood kids would purchase chicken legs and head to the apartment complexes boat dock. We would than tie one piece of chick to a string of chicken and toss it in. Before you knew it, there were 20 or so lines in the water. Eventually, the lines would tighten and we would net our crabs. This would go on for hours. Eventually we had several coolers and boxes full of yummy blue crabs. That night we would cook’em up and eat! That was in the early 80’s. Fast forward to 2007. I haven’t crabbed for years and today I read a story in our local newspaper. In 1997, the peak of the crab harvest reach 39,777,238 and it has declined ever since. The latest numbers came in for 2006 at 22,529,918. This is prompting the Virginia Marine Resource Commission to recommend that the state continue a freeze on new crabbing licenses through 2010! Kempsville Area and More – Video Testimonial Virginia Beach Real Estate Kempsville Real Estate Do you need to sell a home in the Kempsville area of Virginia Beach? My goal is not to sell your home, but to sell the neighborhood, the parks, the shopping malls and everything that makes up Kempsville, and makes Kempsville a great place to live. I also provide buyer and seller services throughout Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Suffolk. Whatever your needs area don’t hesitate to call me. Here is why I give my clients a choice when I sell their homes! This is a short post, but an example of just why I love to work with for Sale By Owners.   My First Rental property. Today I received confirmation from a prospective client that they are going to hire me as their property manager! Aside from my own rental property, this is my first one. I have a long history in the collections world as a repo man, skip tracer and adjuster. I am hoping that this is similar. My goal is to have atleast 24 rental properties in the area that I service, well I am now only 23 away from my goal! Is 24 properties high, low or average? I understand that the number of properties managed by individual any one agent varies based on the reason they are doing the property management. I am using the basic Realtor contracts, any suggestions? Management Fees and other misc services charged to the owner The Realtor contract has several misc fees such as Management fees, in addition to the percentage that I charge to manage the property. What is the justification for this fee. I understand charging potential renters a non-refundable application fee, and a credit report fee and late fees but what is this management fee? Isn’t this why we charge a monthy percent of the rent?   Buyers for Virginia Beach wanted… Are you ready to purchase a home in Virginia Beach? Maybe you are tired of renting and making your landlord rich, or possibly you are up-sizing or down-sizing. Whatever the cirumstance I am here to assist you. I have assembled a team of professionals including a title company, lender, real estate lawyer, and myself a dedicated full-time real estate professional. As a long time resident of Hampton roads, I know the area very well, I can answer your questions and help guide you based on your needs.   Relocating to Hampton roads? Are you relocating to Hampton Roads, Virginia? Are you looking for a Real Estate Professional to help you with the transition, to send you homes that meet your specific needs? Simply email me or call me with the details, you can fax the referral form to my home office at 757-479-5458. Here are the areas that I service: Norfolk Virginia Beach Chesapeake Suffolk Hampton Newport News If your home buyers are not already pre-approved don’t worry I can introduce them to local lenders, if they are they are one step ahead of the game!   Property management – Virginia beach and Chesapeake Recently I moved from one broker to another, the primary reason for this move was to open up additional business opportunities. Such as property management, I have years of experience in the rental industry and figured this would be natural and logical move. If you happen to know anyone who is looking for a property manager in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake or Norfolk I would like an opportunity to talk with them

5 Bedroom Wonderful view of lake and forests – Virginia Beach

1805 Laurel Oak Lane, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23453
Currently listed at $488,900

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Details

Address: 1805 Laurel Oak Lane Type: Residential Style: 2 Story Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 2 “1 half” Garage: Double, Attached Size: 3,300 sq. ft. Lot Type: Rectangular Year Built: 1998 Taxes: $3,394.00 USD MLS: 0746157

Description

Located on Cul-de-sac this 5 bedroom 3300 sqr foot home over looks a lake providing a tranquil view from the deck, kitchen or sun room! This is a unique home in the area. Original owners have updated hardwood floors, porcelain tiles and much more

Highlights ▪ Less than 50 homes in the neighborhood! ▪ No Association Fees ▪ Minutes from new shopping center

Features Interior Features ▪ Hardwood Floors Cooling ▪ Central Air ▪ Zoned Exterior Finish ▪ Brick ▪ Vinyl Heating ▪ Heat Pump ▪ Zoned View ▪ Forest ▪ Water View Sewer/Water Systems ▪ Public Appliances ▪ Dishwasher ▪ Garbage Disposal ▪ Washer/Dryer Hookup Lot Features ▪ Cul-de-sac ▪ Deck

Renters have you ever thought when you should buy?

I have talked to many renters, and this is what I am most commonly asked. “How do I know if I should keep renting or if I should buy?”In my neck of the woods, here in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach and Norfolk, a home buyer can get a really nice home for $250,000.  This would be a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1500 to 1800 sqr foot home with a nice yard.  The mortgage payment per month would be 1200 to 1300, of course this would vary based on credit score, MIP, escrows etc.  But with the mortgage interest deduction and taxes the buyer may possibly save or break even. (Check with your tax consultant)

So my answer to anyone who is renting if you are paying 900 or more, it is probably high time to consider purchasing a home.

For more information visit 757realproperty.com

Chesapeake Virginia – Battle of Great Bridge

Thousands of motorist drive past a historic land mark without ever knowing it is there. The battle of Great Bridge occurred on December 9, 1775. When British Royal governor Lord Dunmore moved his troops from Norfolk to Great Bridge to await the American forces. In a brief and decisive battle the British forces were pushed back to Norfolk by the American forces. This action occurred not far from where the Chesapeake Municipal Center is located. On the inter coastal water way, tucked in a clearing, were a museum will one day be built, stands a monument to this battle.Here of photo of Monument:

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It is Monday.. Now what does the market look like today

I still think it is odd that we are in a strong buyers market, were the sellers are just giving away closing cost assistance, and the builders are including granite counter tops, tiled floors, sprinkler systems and in some cases 10 to 20,000 dollars contributions towards closing costs and down payments. So are the buyers really not buying? Based on the reports I ran this morning for the areas that I work ( Virginia Beach and Chesapeake ) home purchases dropped, significantly for the month of October compared to the same time frame a year ago.Here is the current market report YTD ( October 22, 2007 ) for Virginia Beach and Chesapeake

Homes sold to date: 8,645
Homes sold last year: 10072

A difference of 1,427 homes this is a 14% decrease from 2006 with the number of homes available in my service area at only 5,988 and 644 homes have been taken off the market this month alone, buyers just might miss the boat if they don’t start now.

For homes for sale in Virginia Beach visit 757realproperty.com

Renters have you ever thought when you should buy?

I have talked to many renters, and this is what I am most commonly asked. “How do I know if I should keep renting or if I should buy?”In my neck of the woods, here in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach and Norfolk, a home buyer can get a really nice home for $250,000.  This would be a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1500 to 1800 sqr foot home with a nice yard.  The mortgage payment per month would be 1200 to 1300, of course this would vary based on credit score, MIP, escrows etc.  But with the mortgage interest deduction and taxes the buyer may possibly save or break even. (Check with your tax consultant)

So my answer to anyone who is renting if you are paying 900 or more, it is probably high time to consider purchasing a home.

Homes for sale Virginia Beach

Are you ready to purchase a home in Virginia Beach? Maybe you are tired of renting and making your landlord rich, or possibly you are up-sizing or down-sizing. Whatever the circumstance I am here to assist you.

I have assembled a team of professionals including a title company, lender, real estate lawyer, and myself a dedicated full-time real estate professional.

As a long time resident of Hampton roads, I know the area very well, I can answer your questions and help guide you based on your needs.

Sean Schroeder Real Estate Agent

About Me: Sean Schroeder, Agent with The Real Estate-Xchange

I am a life long resident of the Hampton Roads area. Obtained my real estate license in 2004.  Since obtaining my license, I have been involved in a variety of real estate transactions including Commercial, Residential, Property Management as well as helping homeowners avoid foreclosure.

What sets me apart from the other agents in the area?

Simply put it is my Approach! I want to provide over-the-top customer service. I am able to provide custom packages to my clients, kind of an ala carte approach, check out our testimonial. All that I ask from anyone interested in buying or selling a home in Hampton roads is that they give me only 30 minutes to sit and talk about their needs.

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Sean Schroeder, Virginia Beach Real Estate Agent

 

Sean Schroeder, REALTOR
The Real Estate-XChange
517 Baylor Ct.
Chesapeake, Va. 23320

757-839-3954
seanschroeder@757realproperty.com