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What is a soft launch and does it actually work

Asked by Kelly K | Wolf Trap, VA | 03-27-2026

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Michele Gibson03-31-2026 (1 week ago)

Marketing your property as coming soon can have several benefits to you as a seller. Your home is being advertised early so more buyers learn about it without the need for it to be 100% ready (since no showings are allowed in coming soon status). You can also have several showings lined up for when it does go active which can lead to a quick sale ( which is good if you don't like having to leave your hojme every time someone wants to show it). It can also give you an edge of competition with listings that are active because if the buyers know yours is coming soon, they may wait to put an offer on the neighbors house until they see yours. Lots of benefits with really no disadvantages. If you don't want to do dual agency, just tell your agent- it is your choice to accept or deny dual agency

How do I check for flood zones before I buy a house?

Asked by Sara M | Newport News, VA | 03-18-2026

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Michele Gibson03-31-2026 (1 week ago)

Great question! Yes , you want to look it up online or better yet, have your agent look it up for you because it if it is a flood zone, you will definitely have to pay more for insurance and it may not qualify for certain loans which could result in wasted money for appraisal and inspections. If you don't have an agent, I would be happy to assist you just call me at 7034016221