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Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: Existing Home Sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.46 million. The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6 months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply. Inventory remains low due to high demand from buyers who are still looking for a house to […]

November 29, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

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November 28, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

Tips to Sell Your Home Faster

When selling your house, there are a few key things you can prioritize to have the greatest impact for a faster sale: 1. Make Buyers Feel at Home Declutter your home! Pack away all personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. Make buyers feel like they belong in the house. According to the 2019 Profile […]

November 27, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

The True Cost of Not Owning Your Home

There are great advantages to owning a home, yet many people continue to rent. The financial benefits are just some of the reasons why homeownership has been a part of the long-standing American dream. Realtor.com reported that: “Buying remains the more attractive option in the long term – that remains the American dream, and it’s […]

November 26, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

7 Reasons to List Your House This Holiday Season

Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to list their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack the top reasons why listing your house now or keeping it on the market this winter may be the […]

November 25, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: With interest rates around 3.66%, now is a great time to look back at where they’ve been over the past few decades. Comparatively, they’re pretty low! According to Freddie Mac, rates are projected to increase to 3.9% by this time next year. The impact your interest rate has on your monthly mortgage payment […]

November 22, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

How Long Can This Economic Recovery Last?

The economy is currently experiencing the longest recovery in our nation’s history. The stock market has hit record highs, while unemployment rates are at record lows. Home price appreciation is beginning to reaccelerate. This begs the question: How long can this economic recovery last? The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) Survey of Economists recently called for […]

November 21, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

Buyers Are Looking Now. Are You Ready to List Your Home?

Inventory on the market today is low, especially among existing homes in the entry and middle-level tiers of the market. It is hovering well below the 6-month supply typically found in a more normal market, as shown in the graph below:With inventory being one of the biggest housing market challenges today, finding a starter home […]

November 20, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

Expert Advice: 3 Benefits to Owning a Home

Success is something often worth repeating, and Brent Sutherland, a Certified Financial Planner and Real Estate Investor, has certainly made his way in a momentum-driving direction. Here are 3 tips he shares from a recent piece in Business Insider on the benefits of owning real estate: 1. Real estate diversifies your income “While it is […]

November 19, 2019 Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, Gaithersburg MD, Great Falls VA, Kensington MD, Listings, McLean VA, North Bethesda, MD, Potomac MD, Real Estate Topics, News And Events, Rockville MD, Washington DC

The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting and buying a home has been a tough decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (27.7%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (17.5%), the choice is clear. Every market is different. Before you renew your lease, find out […]