If you are planning to buy a home in the DC Metropolitan area, be prepared for competition! It is not unusual to find yourself in a bidding war for the most desirable homes in the popular neighborhoods of D.C. and the surrounding suburbs. The strength of D.C. Metro real estate is evident throughout Montgomery County […]
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Bethesda, MD Real Estate Market Report for November
Let’s take a look at the real estate market. Currently there are 11 sales pending in the market overall, leaving 43 listings still for sale. The resulting pending ratio is 20.4% (11 divided by 54). So you might be asking yourself, that’s great…but what exactly does it mean? I’m glad you asked! The pending ratio […]
Bethesda, Maryland Real Estate Market Update for October 2012
It’s been a slower-than-usual month for home sellers on the Bethesda, MD real estate market, according to the most recent data. After all, homes are taking longer to sell than they have in the last several months and they’re selling for lower prices. If you’re interested in learning more about recent activity on the Bethesda […]
Should I Buy or Should I Rent?
Current real estate conditions have created a favorable buyer’s market. Since many areas offer low home prices and good interest rates, it may seem like the perfect time to buy a new home. But just because the market looks good doesn’t mean you should jump in right away. Your Chevy Chase real estate experts at […]
Should You Go the Renting Route? Knowing Whether to Buy or to Rent Your Next Home
There’s no denying that we are in a home buyer’s market. With reasonable home prices and low interest rates, it’s easy to see why many people are tempted to buy a new home. But home buying is a major commitment that requires well-thought out decision making. Your DC area real estate experts at The Estridge […]
Bethesda, MD Real Estate Market Update for June
Demand for available homes for sale continues to grow on the Bethesda real estate market, even as the supply of available homes decreases. This suggests that while home prices are relatively low right now, they may begin to rise in the future. Continue reading to learn more about the current state of the Bethesda housing market […]
Asbestos Concerns
As you begin your house hunting search, the last thing you want to hear is asbestos. Some sales agreements mention asbestos by saying “the buyer is aware asbestos may be used in the construction of this home.” This may seem unnerving, especially if you’re a first time home buyer. What is Asbestos? Asbestos is used […]