Did you know the majority of today’s homebuyers aren’t aware of closing costs? You may find that you have prepared for homeownership with your down payment and even have your first month’s mortgage ready in your bank account, but this very important set of costs is commonly overlooked. As your local real estate experts in […]
The Bright MLS | T3 Home Demand Index for the Washington Metro area fell 8.2 percent in August to 101, reflecting a Steady pace of demand. The Index had been in the Moderate range for the previous five months and was slightly more than 17 percent lower than the same month one year earlier.The market […]
Now that it’s September, it’s time to start getting your home ready for the fall season ahead. Say goodbye to summer by putting away garden tools, patio furniture and cleaning the gutters to make way for the falling leaves. As your local real estate experts in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Northern Virginia, The […]
With rising mortgage rates, home prices, inflation, and the lack of homes for sale in Metro DC, there are many reasons to be frustrated when looking to buy a home right now. And while it may feel challenging to both find a property and close the deal, there may be good news on the horizon. […]
Today’s real estate market conditions including low inventory, rising home prices, and low mortgage rates have many Metro DC residents wondering if now is the time to buy. You may even be swayed by the assumption that spring and summer are the best times to make a move— but before you make the decision to […]
Fall is a great time to become a homeowner in Metro DC! Not only is a new season just beginning, but you have the opportunity to secure a low interest rate and settle into a home before the cold weather arrives. But what if you’re currently a renter in the Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, […]
Buyer demand for homes in the Washington Metro area fell in July according to the Bright MLS | T3 Home Demand Index. The Index, at 110, was down 8.3 percent over the month and 10.6 percent lower than one year earlier. The market trend line, below, provides a high-level monthly overview of the Home Demand […]
Buying a home in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Northern Virginia can be both an exciting and overwhelming process. In fact, it’s easy for buyers to get so caught up in the commotion of finding the perfect property, applying for a mortgage and securing a loan that they forget to ask their real estate […]
What many homeowners may not realize is that the late fall and winter can bring more success in selling your home than any other season! In fact, you may find that you sell your Metro DC home for more money during these seasons. But how? What are the secrets to selling your Washington DC, Bethesda, […]
Preparing to buy a home in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, or Northern Virginia can be overwhelming, there’s no doubt about it. There is much to do to get ready— from grooming your credit score to researching your budget to scouting potential neighborhoods to saving for a down payment. However, if you’ve been waiting to […]
