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 […]
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Quick Summer Check-Up for Your DC, Maryland or Northern Virginia Home
We’re headed into August (those hot dog days of summer!) and now is the time to ensure your home in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Washington DC, Northern Virginia or the surrounding areas has had a proper check-up. Due to rising temperatures during these warmer months, you’ll want to make sure your cooling system is in working […]
How to Disaster Proof Your Metro DC Home
As excited as we are about the warm, summer temperatures that have just arrived, the season also tends to bring its fair share of storms. Certain parts of the country are already experiencing bouts of bad weather and therefore, it’s prime time to prepare your home in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Northern Virginia for any that may […]
Popular Home Selling Points in Metro DC Real Estate
With more homebuyers in the local real estate market this summer, one thing is for certain— buyers are looking for home features that their current homes do not already supply. Popular selling points like extra storage, organization, a great location, low-energy features and low maintenance will stand out to those looking to purchase a home […]
Spring Refresh— Planning a Smart Home Renovation in Maryland and Metro DC
As you can tell by lower inventory levels, many Metro DC homeowners are staying put this year and instead of moving, are now planning more home projects. The average for home renovation projects is estimated at $4,100 and include popular areas of the home like the kitchen and bathroom, improving landscaping, installing new flooring, adding […]
Easy Ways to Increase Your Metro DC Home Value in 2022
With more Metro DC homeowners gaining significant equity—Contact The Estridge Group to find out your home value in today’s market—we may soon see an influx of competition for home sellers. These Washington DC area homeowners could be thinking of selling and if you’re on the same track, your Northern Virginia home will need to stand […]
Avoid Thanksgiving Hiccups in Your Metro DC Home This Year
Thanksgiving is nearly here and residents in the Metro DC area may be preparing to host the holiday in their home. Perhaps you’ve already started to check those holiday hosting tasks off of your to-do list this week. For instance, you’ve cleaned each room from top to bottom, you’ve purchased (and thawed!) your turkey, but […]
How to Prepare for Your Metro DC Home Appraisal
How to Secure Your Metro DC Home Before a Showing or Open House
Fall is a great time to sell your home in Metro DC— in fact, the market has been heating up for months! Motivated buyers are ever-present in today’s real estate market, home prices are rising, and more importantly, properties are moving quicker than they have in the past. Listing your home now is an excellent […]
Costs to Expect When Renovating Your Metro DC Home This Year
If you’re a homeowner in Metro DC, chances are you have a list of upgrades you would like to make around your home— especially if you’re planning to sell your home in the coming months. These might include smaller projects like changing light fixtures and boosting curb appeal with new landscaping to full-blown renovations like opening […]