News and Resources for the Public
Checking out neighborhoods and looking for an easy way to see school, traffic, crime, lifestyle information and more? The Realtor.com map features are a perfect tool to see a variety of data affecting your home search. Try it out at Realtor.com by punching in a zip code and switching to map view or download the iOS or Android App to give it a go!
There’s a LOT you don’t know about Caroline County Public Schools…
Sell in Caroline County? Then this is a great tool for people coming into the County who want to know more about the school system. FAAR hosted Caroline County Public School Superintendent Dr. Sarah Calveric on Monday, July 22 at the Bowling Green Town...
July Housing Market is a Scorcher
July proved a hot month for both the weather and the local housing market. “The July real estate market started with a bang and was hot all month,” states FAAR Board of Director Cindy LeBrun. Total sold dollar volume increased nearly 18%, coming in at...
FAAR Signals Strong Support for Broadband Deployment
The Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS® (FAAR) recently authored a letter of support for a Stafford County grant intended to expand broadband in unserved parts of the County. 2019 FAAR President Drew Fristoe stated, “As 2019 President of the...
June Housing Market Posts Strong Numbers Despite Fewer Sales in Key Localities
June posted strong numbers despite a double-digit sales reduction in market leader, Stafford County. Total sold dollar volume increased 5.8%, settling at approximately $236.8 million in June of this year, compared to $223.9 million in June of 2018. Units...
May Sees Continued Strength in Local Real Estate Market
May posted strong numbers indicating that the spring selling season is well underway. Total sold dollar volume increased 15%, settling at approximately $224.5 million in May of this year, compared to $195.2 million in May of 2018. Units sold increased...
April Brings Strong Start to the Spring Selling Season
The lackluster first quarter start to the 2019 real estate market gave way to a stronger April, notes FAAR Board of Director Phillip Blake. “Lower interest rates have helped push buyers off the fence and into the market, with some consumers choosing to...
NEW PRODUCT! Q1 Fred Area Home Sales Report
FAAR is debuting an exciting new product this quarter...our very first Virginia Home Sales report specifically for the Fredericksburg region! Compiled by the new Chief Economist at the Virginia Realtors®, Dr. Lisa Sturtevant, this report is...
FAAR Hosts Legislative Reception with Chamber
FAAR and the Chamber hosted a joint legislative reception on Wednesday, April 17 at the 718 Venue in downtown Fredericksburg. Several legislators were in attendance including Senator Bryce Reeves, Delegate Bob Thomas, Delegate Buddy Fowler, and Delegate...
March Sees Increasing Sales, Decreasing Prices
The start of spring usually ushers in the high season for the local real estate market. March numbers did not disappoint, providing a strong foundation for the market that will hopefully continue into April and beyond. “The spring market is in full...
How Do You Recognize Housing Discrimination?
Under the Fair Housing Act, It is Against the Law to:Refuse to rent to you or sell you housingTell you housing is unavailable when in fact it is availableShow you apartments or homes only in certain neighborhoodsSet different terms, conditions, or...
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