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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Every Metro DC homeowner has a successful sale in mind when they list their property, but did you know there are several common issues that can cause the transaction to come apart at the seams? If you are aware of any problems prior to listing your Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, or Northern Virginia home, […]
Real estate has just been voted the best investment for the eighth year in a row— better than stocks, gold, and savings! But that’s not all real estate can hold its own against by comparison. Real estate is also a time-honored inflation hedge. In fact, for the last decade, home price appreciation has beat inflation […]
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 […]
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 […]
