Emily Purdum Realtor

10/14/2026

🏡 Higher Interest Rates Don't Always Mean It's a Bad Time to Buy!

While many buyers are sitting on the sidelines waiting for interest rates to drop, savvy buyers are recognizing that there may be some real opportunities in today's market.

Think about it...

🍂 Less competition — Fewer buyers competing for the same homes can mean less pressure and more time to make thoughtful decisions.

💰 More negotiating power — Sellers may be more willing to negotiate on price, repairs, or other terms.

🔑 Potential closing cost assistance — Seller concessions could help reduce your upfront expenses or even help you buy down your interest rate.

And here's something worth considering: What happens when spring arrives and more buyers jump back into the market? More competition could mean fewer concessions, less negotiating room, and potentially higher home prices.

Yes, interest rates matter. But so do purchase price, negotiating power, and the overall cost of buying a home.

And if rates decrease in the future, refinancing may be an option, depending on your circumstances. But there's no guarantee when—or if—that opportunity will come.

The best time to buy isn't necessarily when everyone else decides it's time. It's when the numbers, the opportunity, and your personal circumstances make sense.

If you've been waiting for the perfect time to make a move, let's have a conversation. You might be surprised by the opportunities available right now!

10/13/2026

✨ Growth rarely happens inside your comfort zone. ✨

The goals worth pursuing often require taking a chance, embracing uncertainty, and doing things that feel uncomfortable at first.

Whether it's starting something new, making a big decision, or taking the first step toward a dream, progress begins when you're willing to move beyond what's familiar.

The comfort zone feels safe, but growth happens just beyond it.

What's one thing you're working toward right now that requires a little courage?

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10/08/2026

This Bon Air home checks all the boxes! 🏡✨ Updated kitchen, new windows, new roof, one-car garage and a super convenient location that makes getting around RVA a breeze. Definitely one worth seeing!

10/02/2026

It feels good to be the best! Love your home, Love your agent, love where you work!

09/29/2026

What if you could get nearly an acre of land, an attached garage AND an updated home in Bon Air? 👀

7961 Jahnke Road offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and nearly 2,300 square feet—with beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathrooms, replacement windows throughout, multiple living spaces and a spacious rear yard.

And let's talk about those windows. One of the questions you might have when you see the address is road noise. The replacement windows make a noticeable difference inside the home—you really need to experience it for yourself.

Add in an attached garage (not always easy to find in this area!), a paved driveway, rear deck and an incredibly convenient location, and there is a lot here to love.

🏡 Private showings available now
📍 7961 Jahnke Road | Bon Air
💰 $490,000

09/26/2026

Here are a few worth breaking down:

💰 “You Need 20% Down”: Qualified buyers may have loan programs and assistance options that require much less.

🌷 “Spring Is Always the Best Time to Buy”: Inventory and competition shift throughout the year, and opportunities can come in any season.

📉 “Wait for Mortgage Rates to Drop”: Future rates are uncertain, and lower rates could bring increased buyer competition.

🏷️ “Always Offer Below Asking”: The right offer depends on the property, comparable sales, competition, and current market conditions.

🔨 “Renovate Before You Sell”: Some improvements are worthwhile, while others may not deliver enough value to justify the cost.

🏠 “Online Estimates Tell You What Your Home Is Worth”: Automated estimates can be a starting point, but they may miss condition, upgrades, unique features, and recent local activity.

Real estate strategies change with the market. Current information and local insight can help you make decisions based on what’s happening today.

Hearing real estate advice and wondering if it still applies? Reach out for a current look at your options.

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09/24/2026

A new season is here. What will you make of it? 🍂

Fall has officially begun, bringing a natural moment to turn the page and settle into what's next.

Maybe that means setting a new goal, starting a project that's been waiting on the list, getting organized before the holidays, or simply making more room for the things that matter most.

Every season brings a chance to reset, refocus, and begin again.

Here's to a fresh chapter and everything still to come. 🍁

09/22/2026

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. Fewer buyers competing means ore opportunities exist!

09/18/2026

UNDER CONTRACT 🏡✨

This one took us a little while to find.

We looked. We evaluated. We passed on homes that weren’t quite right. And then we walked into this one—and we knew.

This was the one. ❤️

Buying a home is a huge decision. You shouldn’t have to talk yourself into it—and your agent certainly shouldn’t be trying to talk you into it either.

My job isn’t to convince you to buy a house. My job is to help you evaluate the home, understand the market, recognize potential concerns, negotiate strategically, and give you the information you need to make a confident decision.

Sometimes my advice is “let’s go after it.”
And sometimes it’s “I think we should keep looking.”

When you hire me, you’re not hiring a salesperson to get you to the closing table. You’re hiring me for my experience, knowledge, strategy and guidance to help you make one of the biggest purchases of your life.

And when we finally find the one? You’ll know.

So excited for my buyers and this next chapter! 🏡❤️

09/16/2026

✨ UNDER CONTRACT ✨

On the market Saturday. Under contract Sunday.

Was it luck? Not really. 😉

It was great sellers who trusted the process, plenty of preparation before we ever hit the market, thoughtful presentation, beautiful professional photography, strategic pricing and timing—and a clear plan for launch weekend.

The result? Strong interest right out of the gate and a contract in just one day.

The best results often happen before the For Sale sign ever goes up. Taking the time to prepare, having a strategy, and executing the details well can make all the difference.

So excited for my sellers and grateful they trusted me to guide the process. 🏡