Historical Roanoke bank to reopen as music hall, hotel and restaurant
The First National Exchange Bank building in Roanoke is about to start a second life housing a boutique hotel, restaurant and 1,200-capacity venue.
US home sales accelerated in September to their fastest pace since February as mortgage rates eased
Existing U.S. home sales rose 1.5% in September as lower mortgage rates and more listings boosted buyer activity.
Average long-term US mortgage rate drops to 6.19%, lowest level in more than a year
The average 30-year mortgage rate dropped to 6.19%, its lowest since October 2024, as inflation and Fed policy ease pressure.
Northern Virginia sees return to office spike
Avison Young reported that office attendance in Northern Virginia reached 64.8% of pre-pandemic levels in August.
Virginia sees home sales rise in major markets
Home sales rose year-over-year in Northern Virginia, Central Virginia and Hampton Roads in September, a sign of a stable market.
Back to school, back to buying? How fall affects Northern Virginia homebuyers
As the school year begins in Northern Virginia, many might assume the housing market cools as quickly as the morning air. While spring often grabs the spotlight as the busiest buying season, fall in our region has its own rhythm — shaped by shifting priorities, changing inventory, and unique economic forces. Spring and Summer 2025: […]
Virginia Tech Foundation may sell Hotel Roanoke
The Virginia Tech Foundation is exploring the sale of the historic Hotel Roanoke after more than 30 years of ownership.
Virginia Beach considers another sports venue on Oceanfront
Virginia Beach wants another major sports venue near the Oceanfront and is asking developers to pitch ideas on how to proceed.
New York AG Letitia James charged with mortgage fraud over Norfolk home
New York AG Letitia James was indicted on mortgage fraud after Trump pushed DOJ to pursue charges against his political foes.
Newport News targets 12 sites for development
During a economic development summit on Thursday, Newport News city leaders unveiled 12 sites they want to see redeveloped.
Virginia AG sues Zillow, Redfin over $100M agreement not to compete
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares filed an antitrust lawsuit against real estate website Zillow and Redfin.
Virginia housing sales remained flat in August but prices rose
Virginia Realtors reports that the state's housing market sales remain essentially unchanged from last year’s August numbers.





















