Real Estate Broker

Joined 09/11/2008

John Womeldorf

Williamsburg/ Hampton Roads Real Estate

MrWilliamsburg.com

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(757) 254-8136

Mr Williamsburg is my alter ego. I am John Womeldorf dba Mr Williamsburg.com A native of Virginia now living in the Williamsburg/ James City County area of Virginia. I am a local Realtor working with Liz Moore and Associates in New Town Williamsburg VA , who with my family have fallen in love with our very special community, and now make my living helping others experience the same good fortune. Because I live and work in town, and have kids in school here, I can answer just about any question you can ask! In the course of my work I have answered thousands of questions about the area. I have created a Website / Blog/ Journal/ Digest ( you pick the best description) with a search-able field where you can find answers to a lot of the questions that I have been asked.
Surprisingly quite a few of the Questions about Williamsburg and Hampton Roads VA are not real estate related. Some of the questions asked by others include: What type of cultural scene is there in Williamsburg ? What about nightlife in Williamsburg ? I heard Williamsburg is all older people ? What about the Schools in Williamsburg ? What about recreation/ gyms ? Do you have any parks in Williamsburg ? Are there any private Schools in Williamsburg ? Where can I find employment postings for Williamsburg or Hampton Roads ? What restaurants are good ? What about activities for kids ? Sports for Kids ? Private Schools in Williamsburg or Hampton Roads ? Where are some good areas to fish ? What about shopping in Williamsburg ? What’s the best grocery store ? Where is the Mall in Williamsburg ? ( What you don’t have a Mall ? Perfect ! ) Where is the Trader Joes ? Where is the Whole Foods in Williamsburg ( Not Yet ) Costco ? ( not yet ) Where do you run in Williamsburg/ Hampton Roads Va ? Where are some good places to mountain bike, cycle in Williamsburg ? Where’s the Hospital ? Doctors offices ? What about veterinarians/ animal hospitals ? Do you know a good mortgage company, title company lawyer in Williamsburg/ Hampton Roads VA ? Where is the Movie Theater ? Museums ? What’s a Good Neighbor Pass ? What are the local newspapers ? Are there any 55+ Active Adult communities in Williamsburg or Hampton Roads VA ? Where do people work in Williamsburg ? What industries are here ? What are the good Golf Courses in Williamsburg ? Where are the new home developments being built in Williamsburg ? What are they going to build ? What communities are there in Williamsburg that have swimming pools ? Tennis ? gated ? 55+ active adult ? waterfront ? have Marinas ? Where are the condo town home developments in Williamsburg VA ? What is New Town Like ?What is the BAH Allowance for the area ? Where is the nearest commissary ?What’s the closest Airport ? IS there a train station in Williamsburg VA ? Are there buses in town ? What about High Street ? What’s the story with Stonehouse ? Which is better Ford’s Colony , Governors Land, Stonehouse or Kingsmill ? ( answer, It’s personal what appeals to you may not appeal to others I will explain the differences if asked ) Where is Viniterra ? How far is it from Stonehouse to the nearest shopping ? Where is the nearest marina ? Can I keep a sailboat there ? are any builders building Green Homes there ? Who are the best new home builders ? Are any of the builders in financial trouble ? Do you have the tax information rates for the area ? Why don’t some of the listings have pictures ? Why don’t some of the listings have more pictures ? What does AS IS mean ? What does REO mean ? How about Short Sale ? Do you have any video movies of the area ? Do you list houses ? How do you market homes you have listed ? Is there any place to play Pool ? Is there a bakery in town ? Should I buy Title Insurance ? What have homes in Williamsburg and Hampton Roads Virginia been selling for ? Any Horse Stables in Williamsburg ? We want to buy a house but we are in Europe, Japan, Germany, Guam, can you help us ? I saw a home on another website but can’t find it anywhere else ? What social clubs are there for adults ? Can I still get a mortgage in Williamsburg VA ? Isn’t Williamsburg Va full of older people ? Whats the average discount from list prices that sellers have been accepting in Williamsburg and Hampton Roads Va AS you can see the list goes on and on.. I may have already answered the questions you have on your mind.I use a phone that allows me to respond to emails quickly. If you don’t hear back within a few hours try again or call . Our email filters sometimes block valid emails.
I understand that many Internet home searchers start their hunt many months or years in advance, and are just in the research stage. I respect that, and I’m here to help…as much or as little as you would like.
Are you planning a visit to the area any time soon? I would be happy to recommend some places to stay, or to give you a quick, introductory tour of some neighborhoods and/or homes.
Or, if you would like to get a feel for our market, I would be happy to set you up to receive e-mail notices of new listings in a price range or area that interests you. I can also send you sold info, so you can see what sellers in today’s market are willing to negotiate.

My Comments

  • Dian, Great Post. I happen
    By John WomeldorfFebruary 27, 2011 - 6:59am

    Dian, Great Post. I happen to work for a visionary broker in the real estate business. Just wanted to share our companies thoughts on pre-listing inspections. Something we have done on all of our listings since we opened in 2003... For many years, Liz envisioned the perfect real estate company. Realizing that it would be near impossible to totally transform her existing traditional real estate office into her ideal model, Liz set to work writing a business plan that started totally from scratch. She traveled extensively for several years, researching what were heralded as the best and the brightest brokerages across the country. She was disappointed. She was disappointed that from the West Coast to the North East, most real estate companies looked alike. Wherever she went, she found business as usual…very little vision…hardly any passion for customer service or innovative ideas. Marketing was at best ho-hum…in fact, there was so little distinction between companies that one could easily erase one firm's logo in an ad and substitute another and no one would notice. Convinced that there was a better way to practice real estate, and that timing was right for an enlightened boutique brokerage Liz surveyed 10,000 local families about their real estate experiences over the past five years. One message was loud and clear: too many families had one unfortunate experience in common…frustrating and costly last minute surprises and expenses which made the overall real estate experience highly stressful. The mission became clear: to develop a real estate company that truly reinvented the process, empowering consumers and agents alike with up front information and more control.So, with the help of long time friend and colleague, local attorney Brian D. Lytle, Liz set to work to create a business plan for the perfect real estate company. To address the last minute issues that invariably crept up on a large number of sales, a home inspection, pest and moisture inspection and an appraisal were performed on EVERY LISTING the company took from day one. All were paid for by the company. The firm partnered with a panel of appraisers as well as the best NAHI-certified home inspectors and bonded exterminators in the area, to conduct thorough property inspections, appraisals and T&M inspections before the home is put on the market. These services would be provided free to the seller. With peace of mind for clients as the goal, these up front services would enable sellers to rest easy that once they negotiate price and terms with a potential buyer, they no longer need to fear the unknown: low appraisals, or costly unexpected repairs. Fewer surprises, less stress. By the end of our second full year, in one of the most competitive markets ever experienced in the Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton and Poquoson area of Virginia Liz Moore & Associates was ranked as the #1 office in overall sold volume. It seems that consumers concurred that there is a better way ! John Womeldorf "Mr Williamsburg" Liz Moore and Associates Williamsburg, VA www.MrWilliamsburg.com John@MrWilliamsburg.com

  • This guy is an amazing
    By John WomeldorfJanuary 9, 2009 - 7:01am

    This guy is an amazing speaker with a lot of inspiring ideas for any kind of business owner. Catch him live if you can...Just saw him at Real Estate Connect in NY

  • I wish I had used spell
    By John WomeldorfDecember 14, 2008 - 3:19pm

    I wish I had used spell check !

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