Josh Schlesselman
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Virginia Beach Real Estate

Rising Interest Rates?
Over the last couple of weeks, interest rates have began to creep up slowly from the low historic mortgage rate of 4.5% to roughly 5%. Rates have been at or around all time historic lows for the last couple of years, and many economic gurus are saying that’s all over with. Over the last year, with [...]

Making your IRA work for you!
One of the least known methods for getting some of the necessary funds to put down on an investment property is a self directed IRA. It has been available for use since 1974, and is an excellent way to come up with the capital to get some of these bargains available. With most bank owned or [...]

Hampton Roads Foreclsoure Market 1st Quarter 2009 2d2e
Foreclosureshave become more and more prevalent across the country, including right at home here in Hampton Roads, Virginia. In the first three months of 2008, foreclosed homes were about 4.17% of all residential sales. Short Sales, REO’s, and bank owned properties were accounted for in that analysis. In 2009, for the same quarter as 2008, foreclosures [...]

Foreclosure & REO Sales Dominate the Market
All across the country, we are experiencing an overload of bank owned and foreclosed homes on the market for sale. With that saturation of listings for sale in an already slower market, it makes it harder to sell a home. It also gives great benefit to buyers looking for great deals, as usually they are [...]

Hampton Roads Investment Property Financing
Many investor clients of mine have inquired about obtaining financing for investment property amidst the financing turmoil that we’ve been experiencing for the last year. Many investors have had to become very creative in getting the financing they need to continue making money in a down market. There are so many fantastic dealsout there currently, the [...]

Hampton Roads Real Estate & Short Sales
With Short Sales becoming more and more prevalent in our marketplace and around the country, I want to discuss the ins and outs of these types of properties so buyers and sellers will have a better understanding of what they are facing. Short sales essentially are pre foreclosure deals. Rather than letting the property go into [...]

Virginia Beach Real Estate 5846 Pickering St.
Yet another price reduction to make this home sell fast. Currently priced at 119k, this home is priced about 40k below market value. Property is in excellent condition and ready for new home owner to move in. Excellent water views from the master bedroom and sits on the lake. To get more info on this [...]

Virginia Beach Real Estate 1220 Ginger Cres.
Another price reduction! This is a huge home in Virginia Beach with almost 2400 sq/ft. 4 beds, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage and priced to sell. Reduced price from $299k to $269k. Does need some TLC, but priced right for this size of home. To get more info on this listing, or any of my [...] 1daf

Portsmouth Real Estate Price Reduction 420 County St.
I am excited to announce that we have just reduced price on an excellent investment property in Olde Towne Portsmouth on 420 County St from $269,900 to $199,900. That is a huge reduction in price and is priced for a very quick sale. To get more info on this listing, or any of my current listings, please [...]

Virginia Beach Real Estate 5846 Pickering St. Townhome for Sale
This is another excellent opportunity to purchase this townhome well below market value. It sits on the lake and has excellent water views and is in great condition. Featured 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and has 1512 sq/ft. Marble tiled kitchen, central heat and air, and very centrally located in Virginia Beach. For more information on [...]

Virginia Beach News

Virginia Beach's second Mount Trashmore

Virginia Beach residents claim they complained about trash piling up at the Dove Landing Apartments North on Justin Court, and no one would do anything about it.

Two Men Rob Virginia Beach Bank, Shoot at Witnesses

Just before 1pm on Thursday, two masked men went into the Chartway Federal Credit Union in the 5000 block of Ferrell Parkway.

Aerosmith postpones Sunday's concert in Virginia Beach

Aerosmith has postponed Sunday's scheduled show at the Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheater due to an artist injury.

Fire destroys Virginia Beach playground

Fire investigators are trying to figure out what started a fire that destroyed a Virginia Beach playground.

White powder sent to CBN HQ in Virginia

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - Authorities are trying to identify a powdery substance mailed to the Christian Broadcasting Network headquarters in Virginia Beach.

Former Virginia Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Charges

Paul Alonzo Ewing, age 38, of Portsmouth, pled guilty today in Norfolk federal court to a three count Criminal Information charging him with possession of child pornography.

Virginia Beach police identify man killed in Friday crash

The identity of a man killed early Friday in a single-vehicle car crash was released today by police.

Tapas restaurant delights in Virginia Beach

Squeezed between the old-ish Strawbridge theaters and a popular tanning salon, Fresh Tapas and Tonics in Virginia Beach is General Booth Boulevard's answer to the small plates-style dining made locally popular by a few Granby Street haunts.

Virginia Beach family's legacy built on service, sacrifice

Serving 20 years in the Army and a tour in Vietnam was just part of the training Richard "Dick" Paradiso received to become a good father and grandfather.

Man dies after being thrown from car in Virginia Beach crash

A man died this morning after being thrown from his car as it rolled over near Dam Neck Road.

Virginia Beach Real Estate

     Virginia Beach is best known as a resort, with roughly 38 miles shoreline and  beaches and hundreds of hotels, motels, and restaurants along its oceanfront. Every year it is host to the East Coast Surfing Championship as well as the North American Sand Soccer Championship that attracts teams from around the world. It is also home to several state parks, several long protected beach areas, three military bases, a number of large corporations, two universities, and historic sites.

     Virginia Beach is the easternmost of the Seven Cities of Hampton Roads and named one of the best places to live.  It is the most populous city in Virginia and the 41st largest city in the United States, with an estimated population of 435,619.

     With it's long beaches and shorline where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, it is an attraction for anyone who enjoys mild weather, aquatic activities, endless recreational and entertainment opportunities provides excitement for young and old alike. With attractions like the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Center and Ocean Breeze Waterpark , Hampton Roads Soccer Complex, to Scuba Diving, everyone can find something to enjoy.

     Virginia Beach has a very family-oriented community with an excellent public education system and many top-rated schools. Educating roughly 70,000 students, the Virginia Beach City Public School system has 57 elementary schools, 15 middle schools and 11 high schools, all with the focus of providing an exciting learning environment for the children. The High School Academy Programs recognizes that no educational program should adopt a "one-size-fits-all" philosophy and offers additional academic choices with seven different academies that specialize in individual areas such as Health Sciences, Advanced Technology and Visual and Performing Arts. For higher education choices closer to home, Tidewater Community College and Old Dominion College serves the southern Hampton Roads region. Bringing the community closer together, parents are very active with the academic studies and school sports that their children participate in.
 
 

     Virginia Beach is best known for its tourism but the military and agribusiness sectors contribute to the City's economy. The City's economy also contains a large retail component. Major companies headquartered in Virginia Beach include Lillian Vernon and Stihl (North American headquarters). Other major employers include GEICO, Amerigroup, and Navy Exchange Service Command.

     Tourism produces a large share of Virginia Beach's economy. With an estimated $857 million spent in tourism related industries, 14,900 jobs cater to 2.75 million visitors. City coffers benefit as visitors provide $73 million in revenue. Virginia Beach opened a Convention Center in 2005 which caters to large group meetings and events. Hotels not only line the Oceanfront but also cluster around Virginia Beach Town Center and other parts of the City. Restaurants and entertainment industries also directly benefit from Virginia Beach's tourism.

     Virginia Beach is an excellent place to live. It has a little of everything that can suit just about anyone's taste. Search Virginia Beach homes for sale, or get your home's value, and all the Virginia Beach Real Estate resource information on my site.

 

 

 

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Virginia Beach Sites

Getaway to a Spring St Augustine Florida Camping Trip with a nearby peaceful Ocean View

Florida St Augustine RV Campground Site
Select from some User Favorite Florida St Augustine Campground and RV Parks with Locations, & Facilities list. Includes User "Reviews" and Satellite Aerial Maps showing how close RV Campgrounds are to to the ocean beach + Historic St Augustine, FL Attractions.

Photo - St Augustine Campground


See you in Historic St Augustine! Gene Seecann -- I'll be the guy with his Canon Camera on a monopod taking pictures at the beach

Cheap Beach Vacations - Escape to an Affordable US Beach Vacation next weekend! Check out Sunny East Coast Beaches.

To Cheap Beach Vacations

Escape to a Cheap Beach Vacation in the US -- Sunny East Coast Florida Beaches - Virginia Beach - Romantic Getaways - Cheap Weekend Getaways & Vacation Promotions - Florida Golf Vacations

Find Info and Deals here for your next Affordable US Beach Vacation!

See you at Sunny Cocoa Beach Florida soon!  Gene Seecann -- I'll be the grey haired guy taking pictures of the beach and ocean waves with his wife walking ahead picking up sea shells.

Surprise your Sweetie with a Romantic Getaway to Sunny Cocoa Beach Florida and nearby Orlando Attractions
Kennedy Space Center Launch Pad north of Cocoa Beach Florida

There are still 70's daytime temperatures in Warm and Sunny Cocoa Beach, Florida! Plus the crowds are gone at the beach and fun Orlando Attractions only an hour away!

Plan your Cocoa Beach Vacation Day Trips to nearby Cape Kennedy Space Center and Orlando Attractions with these suggestions and area Tips including waterfront restaurant reviews!


See you at the Beach -- I'll be the guy with his Canon Camera on a mono pod taking pictures of the ocean surf and the birds hunting for sand crabs!

Plan your Coastal Oregon Day Trips with this New Interactive Pre-setup Map of the Oregon Coast
Map of Oregon Coast & Attractions

Plan your Day Trip driving adventures to Attractions and Points of Interest in Coastal Oregon with this Interactive Map of the Oregon Coast.

Map page has some useful printable maps and Links where you can see Mapped Central Oregon Coast Attractions, Lodging, and even Campgrounds with Info Links, Driving Directions, and User Reviews.

Also a pre-setup online Oregon Coast Day Trip Map to Newport Oregon Beaches and Attractions with estimated distances and driving times plus a map of Oregon Coast Lighthouses with Info Links.
-- Helpful in vacation driving planning even if you have a GPS Navigation unit

See you on the Coastal Oregon 101 Highway. Gene Seecann -- As always, I'll be the guy stopped taking pictures while my Wife patiently reads a Quilting Magazine in the car.

The crowds are gone at Virginia Beach -- sneak away for a Getaway Weekend or a Romantic Getaway Vacation
Virginia Beach + Boardwalk & Bicycle trail - Great Family vacation beach area
Enjoy quiet walks on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk or sandy beach with the sounds of the surf -- along with some great oceanfront dining.

Also check out the area's colorful fall foliage with a peaceful drive on the Colonial National Historical Parkway Scenic Road between Yorktown, Williamsburg, and Jamestown.

To "Must See" Virginia Beach area Attractions + Day Trips & Tips - Includes Newport News and Yorktown Area

See you on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk-- I'll be the guy taking pictures with his Wife patiently watching the ocean on a park bench nearby!

Virginia Peak Fall Foliage Colors Maps to find the best date for a Romantic or Weekend Fall Getaway Vacation in Virginia
Yorktown Monument to Alliance and Victory. Commerates Victory over British - Virginia Vacation Beach Pictures Pg
Find the Peak Foliage Color dates for a colorful Virginia Blue Ridge Parkway Fall Foliage Viewing road trip. Could be a peaceful overnight or two "add on" trip from a Virginia Beach vacation!

Use these Tested Links to Projected & Current Fall Peak Foliage Color Maps for the best Fall Foliage viewing dates in Virginia and on the colorful Fall Blue Ridge Parkway

Photo is a Virginia Fall Colors Sample Peak Colors Map


See you on the Beautiful Autumn Blue Ridge Parkway. Gene Seecann
As always, I'll be the guy stopped taking pictures while my Wife reads a Quilting Magazine in the car.

Brevard County Zoo - Fun Natural Habitat and Clean!
Our Family visited the Brevard County Zoo just west of Cocoa Beach last year with our 2 kids, ages 7 and 10. We all really enjoyed it! This is NOT

The weather and ocean waves are still warm and sunny at a Romantic Cocoa Beach Florida Getaway Vacation
Florida Cocoa Beach - Florida Cocoa Beaches page
Escape to a sunny Romantic Getaway Weekend on the warm sandy beaches at Cocoa Beach Florida. The crowds have gone back North or Inland for the starting of school, but the Atlantic Ocean Waves are still warm and inviting with the restful sounds of the Ocean Surf and warm sand on your feet.

A lot of fun things to do and see in the Cocoa Beach Area. -- This Info Guide & Tips page even has the current Cocoa Beach Temperature and a weekend forecast link + area Points of Interest and Vacation Attractions.

There are some great romantic waterfront restaurants in the Cocoa Beach area and up at nearby Port Canaveral.

See you at the beach!  Gene Seecann  ( I'll be the guy with his Canon camera on a mono-pod/walking stick taking pictures & videos of the ocean surf and birds on the beach while his wife walks ahead picking up shells!)

Check out a Colorful Blue Ridge Parkway Mountain Fall Vacation Road Trip "Add on" to a Virginia Beach Vacation - Photos, Map, and Tips
Blue Ridge Parkway Fall Vacation Colors
Autumn and colorful Fall Foliage Scenic drives will be here soon! Plan a "Must See" Add on Scenic Road Trip to a Virginia beach Vacation or a Fall Getaway Vacation. Includes Blue Ridge Parkway & Mountains in Virginia + North Carolina and nearby Biltmore Mansion Photos & Info.

This page has Colorful Virginia Fall Blue Ridge Parkway Drive Info + Photos, & Tips.

See you on a colorful Fall drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway -- Gene Seecann -- as always, I'll be the guy stopped to take pictures with his Wife patiently reading a Quilting Magazine in the car!

Peaceful St Augustine Florida White Sand Beaches & Interesting Historical Attractions -- a great Getaway Vacation Option
Historic St Augustine Florida Lighthouse - 14 stories of steps to the top!

St Augustine Florida has over 43 miles of varied white sand beaches -- and MANY interesting Historical Attractions! It is a beautiful and very "educational" Historic place to take a vacation.

See this page of St Augustine Photos, Favorite Attractions, Info Links, and Tips

See you at the beach! - Gene Seecann - I'll be the guy taking pictures while my wife patiently reads a quilting magazine!


 

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