Dominique Nabholz's (dominiquenabholz) Blog

As my business grows, I get more and more questions from both buyers and sellers as to why I require preapproval to show a house.  There are dozens of benefits to sellers and buyers in any market.  Here's the basics:Benefits for Sellers:Only serious buyers will take the time to get preapproved fo...

Sellers: 5 things you can do next month to keep your home at its best.When showings are less frequent, it's a great time to catch up on some little projects that can have a big return.  My top 5 choices are:1.  Clean from top to bottom.2. Freshen paint in the kitchen.3.  Scrub your carpeting (esp...

However you celebrate, enjoy the season!Best wishes for fortune and success in the upcoming year!!!

However you celebrate, enjoy the season!Best wishes for fortune and success in the upcoming year!!!

A trip to the great outdoors may be just the thing you need during this hectic time of year.  For the residents of Mineral County and the surrounding area, relief may be just beyond your doorstep in Davis, West Virginia.  MSN CityGuide named Davis (best known for Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valle...

We all know the real estate market has been strange the past few months.  As a result of the turbulence, many homes are staying on the market longer than before.  So, what should you do if your home is listed during the holidays?  Show off your Christmas tree?  What about your Diwali sidewalk art...

 The latest in a heated legal battle over Allegany County's proposed Terrapin Run development is heard in Maryland's highest court this Thursday.  (Read the full story here:  http://www.times-news.com/local/local_story_331091444.html)How have controversial developments affected your local market ...

Top 5 Things I'm Thankful For This Year: (leave your top 5 in the comments!)1.  My husband and 8 furry kids.2.  Steady business in a tight real estate market.3.  Bryanna Clark Grogan's vegan pumpkin pie.4.  Crisp autumn mornings.5.  My new bathroom sink. 

This news clip was in the LA Times last week.  http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2007103006?OpenDocumentWhat are your thoughts?  I've found that many buyers become defensive when you ask them to obtain preapproval for a loan.  What techniques and strategies do you use to keep the buye...

 The local papers have had lots of great articles in the past few weeks.  In case you've missed them, I've gathered together the best of the best to share with you here.  Make sure to check out the Washington Post story!Have a happy and safe Halloween!!!http://www.times-news.com/archivesearch/loc...