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 […]
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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 […]
How to Stretch Your Dollar When Buying Homes in the DMV
In our last blog post, we shared how you can save money when buying a home in Metro DC— including tips on getting a low down payment and browsing foreclosures, auctions, and short sales. But there are more ways to make your dollar stretch even further when buying homes in the DMV and we’re sharing […]
4 Ways to Save Money When Buying a Metro DC Home
You may be watching both home prices and mortgage rates tick upwards in today’s unpredictable real estate market, wondering if buying a home right now is your best bet. While it may be an expensive endeavor, your goal of owning a home in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Washington DC, or Northern Virginia is not out of […]
3 Things to Do Before Buying Fixer Upper Homes in Maryland, DC, Northern Virginia
So, you think you want to buy a fixer upper home in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Washington DC, or Northern Virginia? While your dreams of renovating a property may be driven by what you’ve seen on real estate or home improvement television shows, it’s important to remember that the reality of updating a home from start […]
How to Get Ahead of the Spring Real Estate Market in Metro DC
While you may still be in full winter mode, the spring real estate market will be here before we know it in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Washington DC, and the surrounding areas. Soon a wave of potential buyers will take to searching for their perfect property as the weather starts to turn around. Not only do […]
How to Shop for a DC Metro Home in the Winter
How to Keep Your Bethesda or Chevy Chase Home Warm This Winter
There’s no doubt about it— the cold is here! You may have started reaching for more layers, piling on extra blankets and turning up the thermostat in your Maryland or DC area home, but there are a few more ways to bring extra warmth indoors this winter. As your local real estate experts in Washington […]