Real Estate Insights

Market updates, buying & selling guides, and local stories from the Great Living team.

Virginia Home Buyer Assistance: A First-Timer's Guide

Published 2026-11-04

A practical look at how Virginia's home buyer assistance programs work for first-time purchasers in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, and how to start the process the right way.

Virginia Beach Home Prices Rise This Fall 2026

Published 2026-10-21

Virginia Beach home prices are climbing while homes still sell fast. Here's what that means for buyers and sellers this fall, from Great Living.

Your 2026 Assessment Notice: What It Really Means

Published 2026-10-21

Virginia Beach's annual assessor report is out — here's how to read your assessment notice and what it does (and doesn't) tell you about your home's actual market value.