Who sells more real estate in Williamsburg VA ?

February 2013-The numbers are in for January 2013 in the Williamsburg VA real estate market. While it was a close race in 2012 for market share with the lead changing between the offices of William E. Wood and Liz Moore and Associates. For the month of January 2013 our office (Liz Moore and Associates) has […]

Virginia is for Lovers and Home Buyers in 2012

We are all taught that real estate is local but its always good to see how the other areas of your state are faring in the market. If 2011 was a year of transition for Virginia home sales, 2012 was a year of strength in the residential housing market. Nearly every month during 2012 the […]

How’s the real estate market in Williamsburg ? Jan 2013

First things first , these stats will improve as brokers update closing info from the end of Jan 2013. Home sales are off to a great start in 2013 here in the Williamsburg VA area. .We’ve seen an unseasonably high level of activity in the Williamsburg, VA area. ( James City County, City of Williamsburg […]

College of William and Mary Ranked No. 4 ‘Best Value Public College’

UVa Moves Up in New Rankings to Take Top Spot from UNC   William & Mary is one of the top values in the nation, according to a report released by the Princeton Review this morning. The university ranks fourth among public colleges and universities in the report, which looks at academic excellence, cost, financial […]

Colonial Williamsburg Named One of the Best Kid-Friendly Destinations

Colonial Williamsburg has been named one of the 12 Best Kid-Friendly Destinations by Budget Travel. When traveling with toddlers, tweens, and teens, the trick is picking the right destination. Somewhere that offers hands-on activities, inspiring history, and even an animal or two can turn the dreaded “When will we be there” into “Where will we […]

Mortgage Rates Trending Higher

February 2013-"Mortgage rates continued to trend upwards this week amid a growing economy led in part by the recovering housing market. For instance, new home sales totaled 367,000 in 2012, the most in three years and reflected the first annual increase in seven years. Pending home sales in 2012 averaged its highest reading since 2006. […]

New Homes now available in Yorktown, VA from the $390’s

Located in Yorktown VA, The Woods on Mansion Road brings you luxurious single-family homes in the Tabb District of York County. Enjoy every convenience from shopping and dining to entertainment and adventure. The Woods on Mansion Road is also convenient to I-64 for easier commutes. When it’s time to relax or find excitement, hit the […]

Go Ape in Williamsburg to open kids course

Go Ape, the treetop adventure course in Freedom Park is planning to add a separate course designed for younger children, ages 5 and up, in addition to its regular course, designed for adults and children 10 and up.. Construction on the Jr. Course will start this winter or early spring, with a projected opening date […]

Destination Recreation Expo at James City County Rec Center 2013

It’s Expo time! – Come to the FREE Destination Recreation Expo Feb. 23 ,2013, 9 a.m.-noon at the James City County Recreation Center. Be one of the first to register for the upcoming summer camps, discover your parks and learn about classes and programs. Interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities and raffles are just a few great […]

New gourmet market coming to Richmond VA

Southern Season has  announced plans to open a store in in Staples Mill Centre, an 80-acre, urban mixed-use community located between West Broad Street and Staples Mill Road in Henrico County, Virginia. The 49,000-square foot   retail store will be a “culinary mecca,” offering a wide variety of gourmet foods, an extensive wine selection, hard to […]