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Sell Your Home Faster with Professional Pictures

shannon allen norfolk va realtor(Norfolk VA ~ Real Estate) Regardless of the listing price, for a home to sell in today’s market, it must have professional photographs or your Realtor must take the pictures with a high quality digital camera. As more buyers begin their home search online, how your property presents visually will determine the number of showings and activity you receive.

The Hampton Roads MLS allows 32 photos per listing, and many of the secondary search engines, such as Zillow and Realtor.com display additional images for featured properties. This is a trend we saw in 2007, due to the high numbers of online buyers, and it is here to stay.

So, how can you ensure your home is shown in the best possible way with photos? The first step is to clean your home and remove all clutter. The countertops in the kitchen and baths should be completely free of items; this includes small appliances. Also, be sure to put away any refrigerator magnets. Continue reading →


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Just Reduced in Norfolk VA $175,000

Welcome to 2110 Willow Wood Drive Norfolk VA 23509

shannon allen norfolk va realtor, realtors in norfolk va, top norfolk va realtors, waterfront homes in norfolk va, waterfront condos in norfolk vaThis adorable 4 bedroom 2 bath home has been thoroughly and completely renovated to perfection. Original charm and character remain and modern-day amenities abound. Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliance package and granite countertops, formal dining room with built-ins, living room, great room with fireplace, large second floor master bedroom with custom closet. View Virtual Tour

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Recent Condo Sales in Ocean View Norfolk VA

waterfront condos for sale ocean view norfolk va, waterfront condos for sale east ocean veiw norfolk vaCondo Sales in Ocean View:

  • 910 E Ocean View Ave #21     $200,000
  • 1944 E Ocean View Ave #13   $179,000
  • 1425 E Ocean View Ave #8     $138,000

If you are thinking of buying or selling a condo in Ocean View or any of the wonderful communities in Ocean View, contact Shannon Allen, Norfolk VA Realtor at (757) 647-3126 Continue reading →


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Renovations that Add Value to Your Norfolk VA Home

shannon allen norfolk va realtorNorfolk, VA – Before you begin a home renovation, ask your Realtor how it will affect the value and marketability of your home in the future. While most Norfolk real estate agents agree that location is still the most powerful selling point, buyers also consider condition and property updates. “No renovation guarantees a home will sell”, states Shannon Allen Realtor with Judy Boone Realty in Norfolk, VA. “However, sellers can make property improvements that appeal to the majority of buyers.” 

Here are the top four home updates that attract buyers and translate into a quicker sale for sellers in Norfolk VA Continue reading →


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5 Tips for Better Pictures When Selling Your Norfolk VA Home

Shannon Allen Norfolk VA Real EstateMost home buyers in Norfolk VA start their real estate search on-line, and if your home’s listing only has a few photographs or if the pictures aren’t quality, buyers will quickly move on to the next property.

“In real estate, a picture is worth a thousand words,” explains Shannon Allen, Norfolk VA Realtor, “And including several attractive quality photos in the listing is the best way for your home to stand-out and attract buyers”. Continue reading →


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Tips for Selling Your Norfolk VA Home When You Have Pets

Shannon Allen Norfolk VA RealtorNorfolk, VA – If you are putting your house on the market for sale and have pets, it’s important to take the necessary steps to ensure the presences of your pet does not turn-off prospective buyers. Ideally, when you leave for a scheduled showing, it’s best to take your pet with you. When this is not possible, here are a few steps you can take to provide a pet-friendly showing. Continue reading →


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Recent Study Reveals that Now May Be the Time to Sell Your Norfolk VA Home

Shannon Allen Norfolk VA RealtorNorfolk VA – If you are thinking of buying or selling your Norfolk VA home, now may be the best time to enter the real estate market because baby-boomers are selling, and first-time home buyers are buying.

“The opportunity for both buyers and sellers is optimal with the current supply and demand,” says Shannon Allen, Realtor with Judy Boone Realty, in Norfolk VA. Continue reading →


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Norfolk VA ~ Recent Activity in Bayview Beach

Shannon Allen Realtor Norfolk VANorfolk, VA – Shannon Allen, Realtor with Judy Boone Realty reports that May was a busy month in Bayview Beach.

Home Sales in Bayview Beach:

  • 9327 Beaumont Street     $300,000
  • 9423 Capeview Ave         $165,000
  • 1414 Baychester Ave        $139,000
  • 1332 Hillside Ave              $109,000

If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Bayview Beach or any of the wonderful communities in Ocean View, contact Shannon Allen, Norfolk VA Realtor at (757) 647-3126 Continue reading →


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Beach Condo Sales on the Rise in Ocean View Norfolk VA

shannon allen top norfolk va real estate agentOcean View Norfolk, VA – Waterfront condo sales continue to rise in East Ocean View and Ocean View. Properties along The Chesapeake Bay are extremely popular with home buyers in Norfolk VA. Residents enjoy relaxing on the beach, listening to the surf, dining at local eateries, attending community events, and having front row seats to incredible sunrises and sunsets. Continue reading →