With the arrival of May, it’s time for Bethesda and Chevy Chase homeowners to focus on seasonal tasks that will keep their homes in top shape. Below, we’ve rounded up four important tasks to prioritize this month to ensure the functionality, safety, and overall maintenance of your Maryland home. Check and Service Your Air Conditioning […]
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DC Metro Area Market Overview
Home Demand Map Demand for homes across the Washington Metro area varied widely in March. Buyer interest was High in Arlington County and Moderate in Alexandria City but Limited in Frederick County and Slow or Steady in the rest of the metro area. Demand was Steady in Southern Maryland and Slow in the Maryland-West Virginia […]
What Does It Mean to Be in a Seller’s Market?
The real estate market is a dynamic space, constantly shifting between buyer’s and seller’s markets. As your local real estate experts in Metro DC, you can count on The Estridge Group to walk you through what it means to be in a seller’s market and the implications it has for both buyers and sellers. Understanding […]
The Best DC Metro Home Seller Practices to Follow in 2023
How to Make Your Bethesda Home More Energy Efficient This Spring
With inflation raising the costs of goods and services, you may be looking for ways to bring down expenses around your Washington DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia home. One of those ways is introducing energy efficient upgrades and changes to lower your energy costs and make smarter choices for the environment. There are many simple […]
Why Is It So Important to Get Pre-Approved for a Metro DC Home?
You may have heard that pre-approval is a great first step in the homebuying process. But why is it so important? When looking for a home, the temptation to fall in love with a house that’s outside your budget is very real. So, before you start shopping around for homes in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy […]
How to Keep Your Metro DC Home Purchase Affordable This Year
When it comes to buying a home in the Washington DC area, there are many moving parts that can easily begin to overwhelm you and cause you to step back. For instance, did you know that misinformation about how much is required for a down payment is one factor that keeps buyers from purchasing their […]
5 Things That Can Bring Down Your Maryland, Virginia, and DC Home Value
Selling your home in the DC Metro is a major decision with many moving parts. From preparing the property for sale to choosing the listing price to accepting the best offer and finally, reaching the closing table— it is essential to work with your real estate agent to ensure you stay on top of it […]
Types of Debt That Can Affect Your DC Metro Mortgage Approval
The spring season is upon us here in Metro DC and with the market (and the weather!) soon to heat up, buyers are feeling the motivation to browse available homes! But once you’ve found your dream home in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, or Northern Virginia and you’ve moved on to applying for a mortgage, […]
5 Ways to Protect Your Maryland Home While You’re on Vacation
With spring break (and summer soon after!) coming up in Metro DC, you likely have a few vacation plans in the works. Whether you’re headed to a tropical beach destination or venturing out on a staycation right here in the Washington DC area, you will need to protect your home while you’re away. And that […]