The 80/10/10 rule might just be the thing that takes you from overwhelmed… to confident when you’re out touring homes. ![]()
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Because here’s the truth—there is no such thing as a “perfect” house. Not in Central Virginia, not anywhere. But there is a home that’s perfect for YOU.
80% — This is what you should LOVE
Think location, layout, the feeling when you walk through the door. The things you can’t easily change.
10% — This is what you can update
Paint colors, light fixtures, flooring… the fun stuff you can make your own over time.
10% — This is what you can live with
Maybe it’s not your dream backsplash or the laundry room isn’t Pinterest-worthy—but it’s not a deal breaker.
When you start looking at homes this way, everything shifts. You stop chasing perfection… and start recognizing the one when it shows up. ![]()
And that’s when things get really exciting.
Happy house hunting, friends ![]()
I’m always here to help you sort through the noise and find the one that feels like home ![]()

