We recently posted about the real estate market outlook for 2021 and with home prices and sales continuing to rise, it’s no wonder that confidence in selling Metro DC homes is growing. Many Bethesda, DC, and Chevy Chase area residents have begun the process of listing their properties to take advantage of this exciting time […]
We’re just days away from the new year and we’re all glad to put 2020 behind us! There will be much to look forward to in the coming months, and we are excited to report one of them is the real estate market! As your local real estate experts in Metro DC, we are including […]
2021 will be a busy home buying season for those in Metro DC and with more sellers growing confident in listing their homes given their improved equity situation, it’s important to keep the real estate rules of the road in mind. Below are just a few real estate rules to remember, like using an experienced […]
With the rising costs of rent in Metro DC, it is no longer a wise financial decision for local residents to choose renting over buying. Not to mention, mortgage rates are still historically low! In fact, they’ve hit record lows more than five times this year! However, if this is your first time buying a […]
While 2020 has been an incredibly challenging year, Metro DC real estate has turned out as a bright spot. Despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, homeownership rates rose to 67.4% in the third quarter, up from 64.8% the same period in 2019. The fundamentals are in place for a continued strong housing market […]
Thanksgiving is already here and Metro DC homeowners may be planning to cut down their tree and string up their twinkle lights in the coming week, all in the spirit of decking the halls for the holidays. However, if you plan to sell your DC area home this season, there are a few key rules […]
As it’s nearly winter in the DC Metro, and we’re all staying indoors much more, you might find yourself watching a few real estate reality TV shows to pass the time— we’ve all seen a few by now! As these shows grow in popularity, it’s important to keep in mind that while they may be […]
While you are shopping for a home in Metro DC this year, your friends and family will likely offer all kinds of tips and advice relating to the purchase— things they learned from their experience with home buying or information they’ve heard about the current real estate market in Washington, DC, Bethesda, and beyond. But […]
If you’re planning an upcoming home revamp in the Metro DC area, you may be wondering about the permit process. While it varies from state to state, below are a few need-to-knows about building permits. When Do You Need One? Small cosmetic fixes—say, a new paint job or landscaping—generally do not require a permit. Structural modifications […]
With the annual tax deadline behind us, consumers across the country are daydreaming about what they plan to do with their refund, which averages around $2,700. If you’re a homeowner, a great idea would be to funnel that refund into upping your home’s ROI. Here are several great home improvements you can make with that refund. […]
