With the recent increase in interest rates, many people assume that home prices will decrease. After all, if fewer people are able to purchase a house due to higher mortgage rates, then the demand for homes (and therefore the price) should decrease. But will this be the case? What Happened During Previous Rate Increases The last four […]
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6 Ways to Find the Right DC Area Neighborhood
When you are planning a move, it’s important to find the right DC area neighborhood to suit your needs and lifestyle. In order to evaluate all your choices in DC, Chevy Chase and Bethesda, you should have some basic parameters in mind. Here is a guide you can follow whether you are looking at homes […]
Confidence in DC Metro Real Estate and National Housing Improves
In prior blog posts we’ve talked about new residential development throughout downtown DC neighborhoods. The construction of new condominiums, new apartments and a host of new retail sites are evidence of growing confidence in Metro DC real estate! There is good news for housing on the national front as well, which could mean a potential boost in relocation […]
7 Important Financial Steps for DC Metro Homeowners!
The New Year is a great time to take a look at your financial situation and make changes for the better. While people often associate wealth and security with good luck, it’s often a matter of good financial planning! To help you, we’re sharing new information from Consumer Reports. Their February 2013 issue lists the […]
10 Credit Tips For D.C. Metro Home Buyers!
Are you thinking of finding a new home in the New Year? There are beautiful homes on the market in Bethesda, Chevy Chase and the greater D.C. metropolitan area! And with mortgage interest rates staying attractively low, 2013 is shaping up to be a great year for home buyers. There’s only one catch: qualifying for […]
Avoid Holiday Shopping Stress in the D.C. Metro Area!
If you’ve been shopping in the Washington D.C. Metro area for holiday gifts, you might be feeling a bit stressed out by now! What to buy, where to get it, what to spend – the pressure builds as the calendar winds down! You may find yourself spending too much, too quickly, to cover everyone’s wish […]
Enjoy Holiday Events in the D.C. Metro Area!
Need to boost your holiday spirit, or entertain guests from out-of-town? There is plenty to see and do in the Washington D.C. Metro area! We have some ideas for you here! Experience the Washington Ballet’s unique, critically-acclaimed presentation of “The Nutcracker” at the Warner Theater, November 29 through December 23. Septime Webre’s brilliant, historical interpretation […]