The final 2 nights are coming up quickly for the Holiday Movie Series event hosted by the Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events Center. Come out to Old Mill Park (location subject to change) for a FREE family movie night in the park. There will be food trucks available for dinner and the movie will be played through your car radio. Gates open at 5pm and the movie starts at dark. The final nights are Saturday, December 11th with a double-feature showing: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Year without Santa Claus and Friday, December 17th showcasing National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Check out their website here for the most up-to-date information!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Visit 116 Chase St, Bowling Green, VA 22427, Saturday, December 10th between 10am – 2pm for the final Candy Cane Lane Christmas Market event hosted by Dainty Chic Roadside Stand. There will be 27 vendors of makers, creators, and bakers, a gingerbread contest will be held, shopping, a toy drive, a food truck on-site, and even Santa will make an appearance! Check out this market for something unique and different that can’t be found at big box retail stores, while also supporting your local community members and residents! There will also be a Season of Giving Shoppe where children can come shop for their family and friends. Please contact: Daintychic1@gmail.com to set up an appointment! Visit their Facebook page here for more information!
The Bowling Green Christmas parade will be held at 5pm that day, for you to join after completing your final Christmas shopping list.
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Take a trip and visit Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market & Holiday Craft Show. Get all of your holiday shopping done here with a variety of gifts to choose from including, arts and crafts to jewelry and baked goods and hair care. Your family will thank you for visiting this Market & Craft show. This free Christmas Market is scheduled for December 11th from 11am to 4pm at the John Carlyle Square (300 John Carlyle St, Alexandria, VA 22314).
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Welcome home to 111 Carriage Court! This wonderful brick front home located close to the main gate and in a private cul-de-sac will be the one. Once you enter, you are welcomed by gleaming hardwood floors, a great room with brick fireplace and soaring ceilings. The kitchen boasts plenty of counter space to spread out, as well as a breakfast bar and a dining area! The sun room off the family room will be one of your favorite areas with access to the deck. When it comes to entertaining family and friends, the formal dining room and flow of the main living areas are sure to please. The inviting owner’s suite is spacious, and the en-suite bathroom offers a double vanity and soaking tub with jets. Two additional bedrooms, full bath and laundry room complete the main level. Enjoy your favorite beverage, read a book, or take in the sounds of nature from the deck.
A private, gated, secured community, Lake of the Woods offers anything and everything you could possibly want. Home to two lakes (the 550 acre main lake and a 35 acre “fishing lake”), a golf course, an equestrian center, a fire and rescue department, and a church all within the gates, Lake of the Woods simply has it all. Whether your passion is boating, water-skiing, kayaking, golfing, horseback riding, or simply taking in the breathtaking views from the clubhouse while enjoying a fabulous meal, from your own deck or yard, or from one of the beaches, you won’t be disappointed! Perhaps you’d like a game of bridge or volunteering your time and talents…Lake of the Woods offers more than 60 clubs and/or organizations from which you may choose to become involved. Located in Orange County, we are fortunate to enjoy low real estate taxes. Coupled with home prices ranging from $200,000+ to over $2,000,000, Lake of the Woods is the perfect community for both full-time residents, as well as weekenders. But don’t take my word for it, please come see for yourself! I will gladly give you a tour of Lake of the Woods by boat and by car so that you may experience why I love Lake of the Woods!
House buying is always an exciting process. Stressful but still exciting. The feeling of owning a property you can call your home is indescribable. Therefore, in this article, we chose not to pay attention to numerous homebuying myths, such as that buying a house at 60 years old isn’t a good idea. Instead, let’s focus on how you can fulfill your wishes now that you are financially stable and plan out your retirement. The following article shares tips for buying your first house after 60.
Tips for buying your first house after 60
Moving homes, even if you were a renter for many years, brings significant changes. Thus, it can be difficult, no matter what your reasons are. For example, you might want to buy your first house because now is the right time or be closer to your family.
For whichever reason you are purchasing a home, you can do a couple of things to make the transition seamless. For instance, hiring a professional realtor to find the best match for you and then hiring a moving company skilled at senior relocations to assist in this process is of extreme value. Then, with the right people on your team, each home buying and relocating will be as easy as possible since they have your best interests in mind.
So, without further ado, let’s look at the tips for seniors on their first homebuying adventure.
1. Hire a realtor
First things first, you need to hire someone professional to lead you through the process. It’s worth keeping in mind that there’s a difference between a realtor and a reliable realtor. Also, you’ll want to make sure the one you end up hiring has credentials, so don’t be shy to ask them about those.
Caption: Hiring a Senior Real Estate Specialist is beneficial when buying your first house after 60.
Alt tag: a realtor with a happy senior couple
If your agent is also a Senior Real Estate Specialist, that can only mean they undoubtedly know what they’re doing. This means they have completed training to specifically help people in the 50+ range successfully buy a home.
2. Check your mortgage options
As a senior, you might have saved up enough money and decided to buy a house and pay in cash. It is an excellent idea if you are not tying up all of your money in the home. Additionally, paying in cash will make you a competitive buyer in the market.
On the other hand, buying a debt-free home isn’t a must. Purchasing your first house after 60 with a mortgage makes your assets liquid. You can still qualify for a competitive mortgage in retirement.
Finally, it would be wise to check with your bank or credit union if mortgage insurance is worth the cost of the premiums. It would be good to have this one, especially if you are risk-aware.
3. Understand your needs, don’t just go for what looks good
The houses you will consider greatly depend on your living situation, income, and plans. However, it would be wise not to be influenced by the property’s floorplan, size, convenience, or location. Instead, you will need to evaluate things differently as a senior buyer.
For instance, large houses might be appealing. However, you might quickly become overwhelmed by all the space you have to maintain after some years pass.
4. Consider the future when buying your first house after 60
As a senior home buyer, your future will be focused on taking care of yourself instead of your children and family.
Therefore, it would be a good idea to look for homes that can easily be remodeled. For example, you might want to look into houses that can be equipped with handicap-accessible features, such as ramps, lower countertops, and doorways.
At a minimum, a home appropriate for aging-in-place should have complete first-floor living with a wide doorway (wide enough for a wheelchair), ideally a step-free entrance, and be close to public transit and community resources.
5. Understand your budget
Apart from your monthly mortgage, you need to be aware of all the other costs. Some of the everyday expenses are:
property taxes
utilities
car petrol
medical bills
groceries
some other debts you might have
any potential repairs and miscellaneous expenses.
It would help if you considered all of these factors when home shopping in your sixties.
Caption: You will need to think of all the expenses before committing to a home purchase.
Alt tag: a man’s hands stacking up on three piles of coins
6. Be realistic about your future health needs
When talking about finances, it would be good to consider what they will be like ten years from now. What type of needs will you have then? If the need arises, will you have the means to hire in-home caregivers? Will you need someone to transport you somewhere or take care of your lawn for you?
Even though we don’t think about the future in this way, it’s wise to be realistic when deciding on such a big step. The seniors who have a strong support system from their children and family don’t have much to worry about. However, sometimes the help of a loved one isn’t enough. For example, your house might need a professional repair, like converting your home to be wheelchair accessible.
Therefore, it would be good to think about your finances in the future and how you will cover some unexpected expenses.
7. Determine your relocation
Finally, once you find the right home, the work isn’t done yet. The moving still awaits. The relocation specialists from Zippy Shell Moving and Storage NV recommend looking for a reputable company with experience in senior moving. Professional movers have the tools and expertise needed for heavy lifting, maximizing packing space, and transporting the items while ensuring safety.
Additionally, you can be in charge of handling your smaller keepsake items if you wish. However, the heavy lifting is best left to a professional to reduce any injury risks to yourself or your things.
Caption: Once you relocate, you can enjoy the process of giving the house your personal touch with your spouse.
Alt tag: buying your first house after 60 means stability and more quality time with your spouse
Final considerations
To summarize, buying your first house after 60 isn’t impossible or that difficult. With the right people on your team who know all the tricks on homebuying, we are sure you will find a home suitable for you, your financial situation, and your future plans.
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Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Concert in Lights has begun at the Spotsylvania Town Center in Fredericksburg, Virginia. After you’re done holiday shopping at the mall, go to the Village to enjoy their special light and music show. Get into the holiday spirit, every night as shows are every night at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, and 9pm. For the most up-to-date, visit here.
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Orange’s Annual Gingerbread Walk will be held this Saturday, December 4th from 10am – 4pm. There will be plenty of family fun to be had here with music, holiday crafts, food, great shopping, SANTA, and of course, gingerbread, too! A Gingerbread house-making contest will be coordinated by Orange County Parks and Recreations and the Arts Center in Orange. Expect special family photo backdrops to take your own personal photographs to make into a lifetime memory. Walkthrough Children’s Toyland, featuring an array of holidays crafts and displays presented by Paint it Orange in the Train Station. You and your family are invited to tour the historic Orange County Courthouse and Santa and his Orange Holiday Elves will be there too! The best part is this event is, completely, FREE! So come out and spend a Saturday in the beautiful, historic Town of Orange. For more info, visit here.
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Welcome to 3502 Lakeview Parkway! Don’t miss this beautifully renovated home nestled in the trees of amenity-rich Lake of the Woods. Renovated in 2019, this home feels brand new. You will love all of the fine finishes and attention to detail, with beautiful flooring, paint, stainless steel appliances, a white kitchen and quartz countertops. The open floor plan and wonderful use of space just add to the wow factor you feel when you walk in. This home is on a larger lot with a great backyard including a deck perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. There is also a huge driveway with plenty of parking.
A private, gated, secured community, Lake of the Woods offers anything and everything you could possibly want. Home to two lakes (the 550-acre main lake and a 35-acre “fishing lake”), a golf course, an equestrian center, a fire and rescue department, and a church all within the gates, Lake of the Woods simply has it all. Whether your passion is boating, water skiing, kayaking, golfing, horseback riding, or simply taking in the breathtaking views from the clubhouse while enjoying a fabulous meal, from your own deck or yard, or from one of the beaches, you won’t be disappointed! Perhaps you’d like a game of bridge or volunteering your time and talents… Lake of the Woods offers more than 60 clubs and/or organizations from which you may choose to become involved. Located in Orange County, we are fortunate to enjoy low real estate taxes. Coupled with home prices ranging from $240,000+ to over $2,000,000, Lake of the Woods is the perfect community for both full-time residents, as well as weekenders. But don’t take my word for it, please come see for yourself! I will gladly give you a tour of Lake of the Woods by boat and by car so that you may experience why I love Lake of the Woods!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
D.R. Horton has FIVE remaining homes available for purchase in the community: Wilderness Shores, located in Locust Grove, Virginia, with prices ranging from $421,000 and up. There are multiple floor plans available to choose from that are move-in ready BEFORE the new year! Why not ring in the new year in YOUR BRAND-NEW HOME?! They even offer special savings to first responders, law enforcement, nurses, military personnel, etc. HURRY AND CALL NOW, THESE 5 WILL NOT LAST LONG! Interested in seeing what’s available? Give our office a call, so we can give you a tour! 540-388-2541
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
Grand opening was Saturday, November 20th with membership rates starting at $45/month. They will be offering personal training, nutrition and living coaching, consultations, and group classes. This gym is open 24/7 and offers strength, cardio, free weights, and boxing equipment. The address to the new gym is: 36080 Goodwin Dr, C, Locust Grove VA 22508. Visit: fitlikeslick247.com for more information!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.
