For some home sellers, it’s been a long year without a home sale. That means some buyers, smelling the desperation, may be able to cut a better deal. Sellers who have had their homes on the market a long time are eager to move on. Other sellers will choose to let… read more →
Home prices and mortgage interest rates are rising, and people looking to buy a home for the first time are feeling the pressure. Rock-bottom inventory is fueling a run-up in home prices as interest rates rise and ratchet up pressure on buyers to act. Should you be desperate? Will prices… read more →
Many would-be sellers are struggling to make their properties stand out in today’s real-estate market. But while the economic head winds are beyond property owners’ control, you can dramatically improve your chances of making a sale by devoting attention to an often-overlooked aspect of real-estate selling: home staging. The goal of… read more →
Congratulations on moving into your new — or at least new to you — house. But now that you’ve settled in, you may have noticed some flaws that weren’t evident during the honeymoon period. Hallway floors that squeak in an annoying way, for example. Or pipes that clang, doors that… read more →
The kids are out of school, the days are long and the weather is hot. With so many ways to cool down, one of the most fun is to visit one of our areas waterparks. Choose a destination, pack a picinic and gather the kids bathing suits, towels and goggles.… read more →
For the past two months we’ve seen about a 1,000 basis point movement for the worse in the mortgage market which is equivalent to 1% to 2% in an interest rate depending upon your credit score and the program your qualifying for. We haven’t seen activity like this for a… read more →
If you’re planning a move, the kindest thing you can do for yourself, your roommates, and your furry friends is to try to lighten up. It helps to be organized, and start early! Even if you’re also juggling finals and goodbye parties, do one moving task a day beginning up… read more →
Washington DC is a spectacular place to celebrate July 4th! The National Mall with Washington DC’s monuments and the U. S. Capitol in the background, forms a beautiful and patriotic backdrop to America’s Independence Day celebrations. This is an all-day event in the nation’s capital, beginning with a parade along Constitution… read more →
Celebrate July 4th at the Fairfax Independence Day Parade in the morning and a spectacular fireworks display at dark. There is limited parking in the Fairfax Historic District. Free shuttle buses are available to take you from parking areas to the parade and fireworks. Here is the schedule of events:… read more →
To many buyers, a house that’s been on the market a long time must have hidden problems. And that could lead to unnecessary and endless price reductions. Luckily, even in a distressed market, there are ways to prevent roots from sprouting under the ‘for sale’ sign. Leave it to the… read more →