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Plan for the future, but don't lose sight of the present
I know as a real estate agent, I’m supposed to tell you to spend your time and money responsibly, especially if homeownership or real estate investing is a dream you have your heart set on. But here’s the thing, while it’s essential to plan for the future...

Ashley Clevenger
Jun 122 min read
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Let me be your #1 resource on Yorktown & Williamsburg!
In reality, my job is NOT to sell houses. Sure, it's what I do. But my #1 job is to promote this community. If I'm really going to be a...
Ashley Clevenger
May 272 min read
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Just hire the Realtor you already know, right? Not so fast...
Looking for a real estate agent? The truth is that most people already know a real estate agent. In fact, most people already know...
Ashley Clevenger
May 91 min read
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Some things should never be DIY... including real estate!
Do you ever think, “that looks easy, I bet I could save a few bucks and do it myself”? Sometimes that strategy works out really well... other times, not so much. Real estate is one of those "other times."
Ashley Clevenger
May 11 min read
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It's hard to let go of belongings when moving out of your house
Sometimes people struggle emotionally to let go (of the house or the items in it), and it feels overwhelming to move. Sometimes there's the loss of a loved one, and the family is left not knowing how to proceed.
Ashley Clevenger
Apr 241 min read
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Got selling stress? I've got resources.
Over the past several years, I have had clients who need to sell a home that has been in the family for many years. This process can be incredibly stressful, mentally and physically. Not only are there relationship dynamics to navigate as you work through the plans with your entire family, but there is usually an avalanche of things to deal with...
Ashley Clevenger
Apr 151 min read
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Understanding real estate math—without a degree in calculus!
Let’s be real, nobody liked math class growing up. And when you’re approaching the closing table, real estate can feel like A LOT of...
Ashley Clevenger
Apr 111 min read
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Thank you for helping me become the year's Top Individual Agent
I was recently recognized in my office as Top Individual Agent for 2024, out of 200 agents! I work with some amazing clients. I mean, really. I truly feel so blessed that I get to do something that I really enjoy and am passionate about.
Ashley Clevenger
Apr 71 min read
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How do I have time (and attention) for so many clients at once?
It’s a natural question—and has a very reassuring answer! When you see that I’m selling an average of 47 houses per year, it’s...
Ashley Clevenger
Mar 221 min read
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Top 4 reasons to use a LOCAL Realtor for selling
This is one thing that really bugs me, and I've got to get it off my chest here. A lot of people think that all Realtors on the Virginia...
Ashley Clevenger
Mar 212 min read
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To err is human... to have a proactive Realtor, divine!
In my postcard last week, a simple Excel function went awry. When I learned of the error, I put my team straight to work mailing a correct..
Ashley Clevenger
Mar 62 min read
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Winter market be darned... if priced right and shows well, house will SELL!
The truth is, a good home that’s priced right and shows well WILL sell. It doesn’t matter if it’s May or December. It doesn’t matter if it’s
Ashley Clevenger
Feb 271 min read
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5 secrets of why my homes sell like hotcakes
I'm selling homes like hotcakes. No, seriously. My listing videos get an average of over 56,000 views! Here are a few of the key...
Ashley Clevenger
Feb 111 min read
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I'll market your home at (almost) Super Bowl level!
In the last 6 months, my home ads have been seen over 978,084 times—that's enough to fill the Caesars Superdome 12 times over!
Ashley Clevenger
Feb 51 min read
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3 things to remember for selling your home
If you’re selling, it’s important to realize things aren’t the same as they were and to price your home correctly for today’s market.
Ashley Clevenger
Jan 312 min read
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5 reasons people will still move this year (despite interest rate & inventory)
I'll be honest, for a lot of folks, it's NOT a good time to buy or sell a house in York County, Williamsburg and Hampton Roads in general. B
Ashley Clevenger
Jan 222 min read
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Why I love being a rainy-day Realtor
I actually like showing homes in the rain. It’s not the most fun thing to do, but taking potential buyers to a rainy-day home showing...
Ashley Clevenger
Jan 141 min read
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5 common mistakes people make when buying a home!
1. Location You can change almost everything about your home, but you can't change the location. Think about how close (or far) you want...
Ashley Clevenger
Jan 71 min read
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"How do I measure the equity in my home?"
As an award-winning Realtor in Yorktown/Williamsburg, I often get asked, “How do I measure the equity I have?” It’s a huge determining...
Ashley Clevenger
Dec 11, 20242 min read
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10 reasons why homes on the SAME street can sell $50K apart
In my opinion as a full-time Realtor, here are 10 reasons why homes on the SAME STREET can sometimes sell for $50,000 more than their...
Ashley Clevenger
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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