In our “Give BOLDLY” series, we highlight local residents who are dedicated to making a difference in our communities. From volunteering at a food bank to running a nonprofit, and everywhere in-between, these individuals are passionately giving back through their philanthropic efforts. In this installment, we speak with Lorin and Kyle Van Zandt, co-founders of MISSIO Hair.…
We’re proud of the team of agents we’ve assembled here at Nest Realty. We think they’re pretty awesome, and we think you will too. During our “Meet the Agent” series, we sit down with our agents to learn more about them, what makes them tick, and why they’re passionate about the real estate industry. In…
Low-cost, high-reward upgrades Whether you’re considering selling your home, or you’re just ready to increase your home’s appeal, we’ve come up with some low-cost, high-reward upgrades that will make a great first impression. Start saving now and you’ll be ready to tackle these ideas in time for the spring selling season! NEW SHUTTERS Weathered and…
A chat with Julia Kudravetz from Charlottesville’s New Dominion Bookshop What do a book shop and real estate brokerage have in common? More than you think – competing in the internet economy, building community, and a lot more. Jonathan, Keith and I have talked for a while about the rise in independent bookstores (NYTimes, American Booksellers Association,…
Have you ever looked at something on your home and wondered, why is that even there? Where did it come from? Why the heck do we call it that? Let’s explore the inspiration behind classic architectural features you might run across in your town…or even in your own home. Read on to learn more, then see if you can spot…
This week Jim Duncan and Jonathan Kauffmann talked with Jasmine Bible, the Editor-In-Chief of NEST Magazine, and our chief storyteller at Nest Realty. Jasmine talked about the process of putting the magazine together, how she came to Nest by way of donuts, and the value that she sees in the magazine for our agents, consumers, and…
The First Five Steps to Selling a Home At Nest, we believe that buying and selling real estate is the most important financial and life decision you will ever make. These are the first five steps to take when selling your home. These steps apply to both first-time sellers and seasoned homeowners. Read on to get…
The First Five Steps to Buying a Home At Nest, we believe that buying and selling real estate is the most important financial and life decision you will ever make. In this blog post, we’ll go over the first five steps to take when buying a new home. These steps apply to both first-time buyers…
Shifting Demographics, Student Loans, Pets and the NAR In this episode, Jonathan, Keith and Jim were joined by Dr. Jessica Lautz from the National Association of Realtors for a wide-ranging conversation, from student debt, birth rates, limited inventory, changing demographics, millennials’ dependence on Realtors, and a lot more. You can listen to the podcast here, and…
Typically, foreclosed houses offer the attraction of being much cheaper than other homes on the market…but is it worth it in the long term? We surveyed our Nest agents to get their opinions on how to determine if buying a foreclosure is right for you, and what issues you need to keep in mind when…