Why The Green Cat Virginia Is My Go-To Spot for Delicious, Healthy Eats
Photo Credit: The Green Cat Virginia Beach Instagram / Website Why The Green Cat Virginia Beach Is My Favorite Spot for Healthy Eats Looking for the best healthy café in Virginia Beach? The Green Cat Café is a vibrant, locally-owned spot serving organic smoothies, fresh juices, and plant-based meals
Rooftop Yoga at Hilton Sky Bar: Summer Wellness in Virginia Beach
Photo Credit: Sky’s The Limit Yoga Co. / Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Join Sky’s The Limit Yoga Co. for rooftop yoga at the Hilton Sky Bar in Virginia Beach. Ocean views, wellness, and community vibes make this a summer must! Looking for a unique way to enjoy summer in Virginia Beach? Sky’s The
Record Home Equity in 2025: What Virginia Beach Homeowners Need to Know About HELOCs
U.S. homeowners hold $11.5 trillion in tappable equity, with HELOC rates falling. See what this means for Virginia Beach homeowners and smart borrowing strategies. Virginia Beach homeowners have more tappable equity than ever—$11.5 trillion nationwide—and borrowing against it just got cheaper. With
Why Top Real Estate Agents Fire Bad Clients (and How to Do It Professionally)
Top agents know when to fire bad real estate clients. Learn the 5 red flags, how to do it professionally, and why protecting your time and reputation matters. Not every client is a good fit. In today’s competitive real estate market, knowing when—and how—to fire a bad client is a smart move that pro
Why Selling a Home Is More Stressful Than a Wedding (and How to Cope)
Photo Credit: Opendoor Study / Virginia Beach MLS Selling a home is more stressful than a wedding for many Americans. Discover why and get expert tips to reduce stress for a smoother Virginia Beach home sale. Did you know selling a home is considered more stressful than planning a wedding? According
Virginia Beach Real Estate Market Update – May 2025
Photo Credit: Hampton Roads MLS Explore the May 2025 Virginia Beach real estate market update: rising prices, increased inventory, and expert tips for buyers and sellers in Hampton Roads. The May 2025 Virginia Beach housing market shows both rising home values and increasing inventory—giving seller
KOA Virginia Beach Food Trucks & Fun 2025: Summer Eats + Family Fun
Photo Credit: KOA Virginia Beach / Local Food Truck Vendors Celebrate summer at KOA Virginia Beach’s Food Trucks & Fun event, June 7–8, 2025. Local eats, family games, and entertainment—open to the public! Looking for the perfect way to kick off summer in Virginia Beach? Mark your calendar for the K
The Resurgence of Multigenerational Living: A Smart Solution for Modern Families
Multigenerational living is on the rise. Discover the benefits, design ideas, and why more Virginia Beach families are embracing this lifestyle. Multigenerational living is becoming one of the fastest-growing trends in housing, with nearly 1 in 5 homes purchased last year designed for multiple gener
Home Projects with the Highest ROI (and Joy) in 2025
Discover which home remodeling projects offer the best ROI and increase your enjoyment. Based on the 2025 Remodeling Impact Report, these updates boost value and joy. If you've been debating whether to remodel your home or just live with the quirks, here's something to think about: the right updates
Memorial Day 2025 in Virginia Beach: Honoring Our Heroes
Join Virginia Beach’s Memorial Day 2025 ceremony on May 26 at the Tidewater Veterans Memorial to honor fallen heroes with flyovers, a 21-gun salute, wreath-laying, and more. Free & open to the public. Virginia Beach is proud to honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the
Barbara Corcoran’s 3 Tell-Tale Signs That It’s a Good Time to Buy a Home
Real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran says uncertain markets are the best time to buy, and she’s got the track record to prove it. In this blog, we break down her top three signals that it's time to stop waiting and start house hunting. Mortgage rates are still high. Prices keep climbing. And the Fe
The Triple Threat to Home Staging
Discover how staging your living room, primary bedroom, and kitchen—the "Triple Threat"—can help your home sell faster and for more money. When it comes to selling your home, not all rooms are created equal. In fact, there are three spaces that buyers pay the most attention to. And if you get the
Experience the Oceanfront Concert Series: lovelytheband Live at Virginia Beach
Summer is heating up, and so is the music scene at Virginia Beach’s Oceanfront Concert Series! Join us on Wednesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. at 24th Street Park for a free, unforgettable live performance by lovelytheband, with special guest Winyah. This vibrant concert series offers an eclectic mix of mu
Why 36% of Americans Choose Real Estate for Long-Term Wealth
Discover why real estate remains the top long-term investment for Americans. More people prefer real estate over stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. When it comes to long-term investments, Americans have a clear favorite: real estate. According to a recent Gallup poll, 36% of Americans believe re
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Megan’s Frozen Margaritas
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Megan’s Frozen Margaritas! This easy, crowd-pleasing recipe blends limeade, tequila, triple sec, and a creamy scoop of lime sherbet for the perfect festive cocktail. Make ahead and keep frozen for your fiesta! Cinco de Mayo is all about vibrant flavors, good company, a
Zillow Home Value and Home Sales Forecast (April 2025) What You Need to Know
Get the latest insights on the housing market with Zillow's home value and home sales forecast for April 2025. Learn about current trends, forecasts, and what it means for homebuyers and sellers. As we enter the spring season, the housing market is expected to continue its upward trend. In this
Is It Too Late to Buy Your First Home? Not Even Close
The average first-time homebuyer is now 38—and that’s not a bad thing. Here’s why delayed homeownership is becoming the norm, what’s causing the shift, and how to move forward with confidence. Buying your first home doesn’t look anything like it did 30 years ago. The average first-time buyer in 202
Spring into Fun: Upcoming Events in Virginia Beach
Discover the exciting events happening in Virginia Beach this spring, from Easter egg hunts to symphony performances, and plan your month with our roundup of top activities. As the weather warms up, Virginia Beach is coming alive with a variety of exciting events that are perfect for all ages. F
What Really Happens to Home Prices During a Recession?
Curious what happens to home prices during a recession? Historical data reveals surprising trends that could impact your real estate decisions in today's market. Every time the word "recession" starts popping up in headlines, it brings a wave of uncertainty—especially for anyone thinking about buyin
Virginia Beach Real Estate Market Trends
Stay up-to-date on the latest Virginia Beach real estate market trends. Learn about current housing market conditions, mortgage rates, and home prices. Get expert insights on the local real estate market. The Virginia Beach housing market is experiencing a mix of trends that are shaping the indu
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