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The Hampton Roads Commute Test: What to Check Before You Buy

   A home may look close to work on a map, but Hampton Roads commuters know that mileage tells only part of the story.  Waterways, bridge-tunnels, toll facilities, construction,

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Before You Choose a Hampton Roads Home: 7 Local Facts Worth Verifying

Searching for a home in Hampton Roads often begins with a simple question: Which city or neighborhood should we consider?Google can quickly summarize Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Suffolk,

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VA Appraisal vs. Home Inspection: What Military Buyers Need to Know

If you are using a VA loan to purchase a home in Hampton Roads, you will hear the terms 'appraisal' and 'inspection' frequently. It is important to understand that they serve two very different

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Why You Should Never Skip the Final Walk-Through

You are days away from closing on your new Hampton Roads home. The loan is approved, the boxes are packed, and the finish line is in sight. But there is one crucial step left: the final walk-through

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