Why Resort-Style Communities Are Drawing Buyers to Smith Mountain Lake
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Gretchen Tipps
Luxury communities at Smith Mountain Lake continue to evolve as buyers look for more than just a waterfront address.
Buying waterfront property at Smith Mountain Lake means navigating complex county and wildlife rules
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Gretchen Tipps
Owning waterfront property at Smith Mountain Lake isn’t just about incredible views, every shoreline parcel sits at the crossroads of three county rulebooks, unique deed language, and strict environmental standards.
Where Your Waterfront Really Begins: Understanding Smith Mountain Lake’s 800-Foot Contour
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Gretchen Tipps
Buying a waterfront property at Smith Mountain Lake feels like you’ve found a slice of lakeside paradise, but what actually controls your access starts at an invisible line: the 800-foot contour.
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see:
But here’s what most buyers don’t realize. Buying just a few weeks earlier could mean paying less, dealing with less stress, and feeling less rushed.
Here are three reasons why accelerating your timeline over the next few weeks could actually be a better play.
Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Gretchen Tipps
If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped their toes into the 5s – something that hasn’t happened in about 3 years.
More Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2026. Here’s How To Get Ready.
Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Gretchen Tipps
Momentum is quietly building in the housing market. New data from NerdWallet shows more Americans are starting to think about buying a home again. Last year, 15% of respondents said they planned to buy a home in the next 12 months. This year, that number rose to 17%.
The 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Gretchen Tipps
Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays, the housing market always finds its way into the conversation.
Here are the top three questions on a lot of people’s minds this season, and straightforward answers to help you feel more confident about the market.
Yes, more than you could a year or two ago.
Why So Many People Are Thankful They Bought a Home This Year
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Gretchen Tipps
Homebuyers are weighing their options right now, and they certainly have a lot on their minds. With everything going on in the job market, the economy, and more – there's a lot to think about these days. And maybe that’s making you wonder if it really makes sense to buy a home right now.
But here’s what many recent buyers would tell you: even with all that, making a move is worth it.
Homebuyers are watching the economy closely, and for good reason. Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases most people ever make. And some recession talk in the media has made a lot of would-be buyers second guess their plans.
In the latest LendingTree survey, almost 2 in 3 Americans said they think a recession is coming. And 74% of respondents say that's having an impact on their financial decisions.
If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. With more homes to choose from, prices leveling off in many areas, and mortgage rates easing, today’s market is offering something you haven’t had in a while: options.
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