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Northern Virginia, and the rest of the DC area was on par with much of the nation in terms of its real estate market in 2020. However, this year is shaping up to be one that is full of promise that is being fueled by three primary issues: 1. Rental vacancies are falling While some […]

We recently exchanged some great dialogue with the folks at Money about an area of mutual passion: housing for active-duty and veteran service members. VA loans were primarily discussed, including their advantages and the underuse of these loans by those who are eligible to benefit from them.   Money was gracious enough to provide key […]

Now is a great time to list a home in Northern Virginia. There is currently a high demand and low supply of residential properties for sale—which makes the market very competitive. In fact, it’s not uncommon to see homes fly off the market in just a day or two! Still, if you’re looking to sell […]

While looking for a house to buy, you might find yourself shying away from corner lots more often than not. There’s no doubt about it: Corner lots get a bad rap, but they are often an excellent place to live if you like to spend time outside, entertain guests, and make friends with your neighbors. […]

Virtual staging has been a game changer when it comes to helping potential buyers visualize their lives in a particular home — even as society attempts to successfully navigate the new normal the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in. Similarly, having the tools to deliver an experience comparable to what buyers expect has allowed sellers to […]

Moving day can be confusing for pets. They can’t understand why “strangers” are coming into the home, removing all the furnishings that the pet has become familiar with over the years. In some cases, pets have been known to run off in a panic, leaving owners devastated. All you need to do to prevent the stress […]

Before you list your home for sale, you’ll want to “declutter” and remove personal items from your home. Sorting your belongings and preparing for a move can be the most difficult part of moving, right? But you can simplify it by starting early to pare down and clear out. Gift special friends with items that […]

Too many people get distracted by things that don’t really matter when touring homes for sale. While more than “the bones of the house” matters, some things can and should be safely ignored. Here are some “imperfections” that you should overlook to find the home of your dreams. 1. Torn or Stained Carpeting Many times, […]

Whether you are moving across town or across the country, it will be a major change to not only your life, but also that of your kids. However, while you may be looking forward to the move, your kids may be a bit apprehensive. To make sure your kids can adjust to the move in […]

There’s no denying the power of curb appeal when it comes to selling a home, but many homeowners focus on painting and cleaning all while neglecting their landscaping. Yet a beautiful paint job won’t matter if your landscaping is in disrepair. Thankfully, you can take some small steps to spruce up the landscaping and make […]