Jason Edwards - Realtor

05/29/2026

05/22/2026

Inspired by the greatest rom-com of our time.  (Or so I hear!)

Most people going into a real estate transaction already know the basics. 

But there are a few that catch people off guard...

Opening a new credit card or furnishing your new living room before closing can actually flag your loan and put the whole deal at risk. 

A job change, even a good one, can do the same thing. 

And going in with a low offer "just to see" often just signals to the seller that you're not serious.

The good news: all of this is avoidable with the right guidance going in.

If you're thinking about buying in Hampton Roads, Virginia this year (Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Portsmouth, or Hampton), send me a DM before you start. 

A little preparation at the beginning will save you from any heartbreak at the end.

I'm Jason, a real estate agent in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

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05/19/2026

Summer is one of the most competitive times to buy in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

The kids are out of school, some people have more work flexibility, and inventory levels are stable.

Here's what I want you to know if you're thinking about making a move in the 757 this summer...

The best ones move fast. Be ready to move quickly, have your financing locked, and your priorities clear.

Homeowners selling in the summer are often working around tight deadlines.

School starting, a job change, or a move already in motion. When we understand what they need, we can structure an offer that stands out without necessarily paying more.

Competition can create pressure to cut corners. A bidding war doesn't mean the house is perfect. Protect yourself and get the inspection.

A summer move is absolutely doable. You just need to go in prepared (with an experienced Hampton Roads real estate agent on your side!)

Thinking about making a move this summer in Suffolk, Chesapeake, or anywhere in Hampton Roads? Send me a DM and let's make a plan.

05/15/2026

What does $400K actually get you in Chesapeake right now? A solid 3-4 bedroom home in neighborhoods like Western Branch, Deep Creek, or parts of Indian River. Highly rated school zones, mature trees, and a reasonable commute to Norfolk Naval Station or Portsmouth. The median sale price is sitting at $430K and homes are going under contract in just 12 days. At $400K you're coming in under the median — there are options, but you've got to be ready to move when you find the right one.