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At that time, Loudoun County had experienced a 24% net increase in the number of closed land sales (compared to the same six month period in 2019) and a 13% increase in total land sales transactional volume. In contrast, Fairfax, Fauquier, and Prince William counties looked decidedly sluggish—all three counties had experienced a substantial decrease … Continued

It’s a reasonable thought process, but all but the bravest souls eventually shy away from the idea of building a new home, and with fair reason. First, contrary to popular belief, unless you get a great deal on the land, building a new home is usually more expensive than buying an existing one. Therefore, while … Continued

“How much does it cost to build a home with a custom home builder in Northern Virginia?” is by far one of the most common questions I hear from prospective land buyers. As I’ve noted elsewhere, land and rural property sales in Northern Virginia have accelerated since the outbreak of COVID-19. Based on conversations I’ve … Continued

Back in June I observed there had been a clear uptick in interest in land and rural property sales in western Loudoun County as a result of COVID-19. Now that we are a full six months into the pandemic, I decided to take a closer look at how the coronavirus has affected the broader Northern … Continued

Trees are desirable to Northern Virginia land owners for the aesthetic and monetary value they can add to a property. In urban and suburban areas, trees are valued for shade and natural beauty. In rural areas, and on larger tracts of land, trees may be valued for timber and the habitat they provide for game. … Continued

To determine land values in Virginia, an appraiser might consider residual land values, potential income from the land, and improvements to the property. Most real estate appraisals focus on improved land that has a home or a business situated on it. However, vacant land may also be appraised before it is bought or sold. If … Continued

As coronavirus runs its course, there has been a definite uptick in interest in land for sale in western Loudoun County VA. Roughly speaking, western Loudoun County includes everything west of U.S. Route 15, which runs north-south through Loudoun County and loops around the east side of Leesburg. In contrast to eastern Loudoun County, which … Continued

As the saying goes, Virginia is for lovers. This is especially true if it’s farm land you’re after. Agriculture is the top industry in Virginia, providing $70 billion to the state’s economy each year. If starting a farm sounds appealing to you, then searching for farm land for sale in Loudoun County VA is a … Continued

As you search for remote Virginia land for sale, it’s important to remember that even if the property is unimproved, you still need to think about insurance. The question is, what type of insurance coverage is right for you? Let’s take a look at the options… General liability insurance If you own a vacant property … Continued

DISCLAIMER: This article is intended as a general guide only. The provisions and contingencies to include in your purchase offer may vary depending on your particular situation and the property you’re purchasing. If you’re shopping for land for sale in Northern Virginia, then the time will come when you have to think about what to … Continued