Introducing LPT Realty, My Newest Partner


Challenges in Coastal Real Estate
However, not all properties in our coastal region are environmentally stressed. Most remain highly marketable despite being in high-risk flood zones or facing related issues. My consulting services promote coastal land and structure mitigation practices. I can also apply for variances, delineations, Letter of Map Amendments and other permits that will relieve property stress. Also, there are many ways to reduce erosion, flooding, saturation and other issues that make properties more marketable and valuable. These services are available by retaining me as a consultant or as your realtor.
Mike Vernon - The Realtor
However, coastal regions present outliers—properties with complexities and conditions that go beyond the ordinary. These issues, often stemming from environmental factors, create stress related to finances, marketability, and quality of life. Managing these types of properties requires specialized skills and experience.
Since February 2011, I’ve been assisting the real estate community in understanding these complexities, providing affordable solutions, implementing them, and removing the barriers that hinder transactions—thousands of times.
Whether the challenges arise from sea level rise, climate change, coastal erosion, high-risk flood zones, environmental legislation, land saturation, flooding, or wetlands—this is my niche.
Navigating these issues involves understanding laws, disclosures, required documents, building codes, restrictions, variances, delineations, and many other factors that could lead to fines or litigation.


Selling and Buying in Coastal Virginia
For sellers, it’s crucial to recognize that potential buyers may have concerns and to be prepared to address them—especially if proactive measures have already been taken to resolve any issues.
For buyers, it’s essential to be genuinely informed, rather than influenced by fear. Knowing the right questions to ask, understanding which documents to request, and being aware of the necessary disclosures are all key. Having an experienced expert who can spot potential issues and assess concerns is invaluable.
Most environmental challenges affecting residential properties are solvable; it’s just a matter of evaluating the cost and the return on investment. With over 1,500 mitigation projects completed and hundreds of consulting engagements under my belt, you can trust that whether you’re buying or selling, you’re in good hands.
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