The Seven Cities of the 757: How to Choose Where to Live in Hampton Roads
Ask anyone who lives in Hampton Roads where they are from and you will hear "the 757." But the region is really seven distinct cities, each with its own personality, pace, and housing options. If you are moving here or thinking about a move within the area, here is Clara Alba's quick guide to the se
Golf Course Communities in Hampton Roads: Finding Your Fairway Home
Fairway views from the back porch, a clubhouse down the street, and the beach just a short drive away. Hampton Roads has golf courses in every corner of the region, and several communities are built right around them. Whether you play every weekend or just love the open green space, here is Clara Al
Living in Hampton Roads' Historic Neighborhoods: A Buyer's Guide to Older Homes
Brick sidewalks, wide front porches, and homes that have stood for well over a century. Hampton Roads sits at the heart of where America's story began, and its historic neighborhoods are some of the most charming places to live in the 757. If you are drawn to character over cookie-cutter, here is wh
Buying a Waterfront Home in Hampton Roads: What to Know Before You Make an Offer
Morning coffee on the dock, a boat lift out back, and sunsets over the water every night. Waterfront living is one of the biggest reasons people fall for Hampton Roads. But buying on the water comes with questions that a typical home purchase does not. Here is what Clara Alba walks her clients throu
PCS to Hampton Roads: A Military Family's Guide to Buying a Home in the 757
Orders to Hampton Roads usually come with a short timeline and a long list of questions. Where should you live? How long is the drive to base? Should you buy or rent? As a Navy veteran, Clara Alba has been on both sides of a PCS move, and she helps military families across the 757 turn a stressful r