Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a bit better and may improve even more throughout the year. Elijah de la Campa, Senior Economist at Redfin, says: […]
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Crafting a Competitive Offer: 4 Essential Tips for Maryland Home Buyers
In the quest to secure your dream home in Chevy Chase, Bethesda, and the surrounding areas, crafting a strong offer is a key part of the process. Here are four key tips to ensure your offer stands out in a competitive Maryland real estate market: Know Your Budget: Before making an offer, determine your budget […]
What You Should Know as a First-Time Home Buyer in Metro DC
Purchasing your first home in the DC Metro is a significant milestone, marking a new chapter in your life. However, navigating the complex world of real estate can be daunting. To help ease your journey towards homeownership, here are some essential tips for first-time homebuyers. Set a Realistic Budget: Determine how much you can comfortably […]
Explaining Today’s Low Housing Supply in Metro DC
The housing market has been a hot topic lately, and for good reason. A recent infographic by Keeping Current Matters sheds light on the low housing supply dilemma happy in both Metro DC and around the country. In a nutshell, the current housing supply shortage is driven by several factors: High Demand A surge in […]
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 […]
Metro DC New Construction Home Costs After the Closing
As a buyer in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and and Northern Virginia, it is essential to consider all costs association with your new home. Everything from maintenance to renovation, repairs and closing costs should be factored in to ensure that you do not have any surprises or worries down the road. But if you’re […]
What You Should Know About New Construction Homes in DC and Maryland
Homebuyers in today’s real estate market may have fewer properties to choose from than they have in the past, but they do have two important choices— existing home or new construction. Existing, as you may have guessed, are lived-in homes while new construction offers the option to be the first owner, occupant and at times, […]
5 Steps to Take After Moving into a New Home in Metro DC
No matter where you live—Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, or Northern Virginia—the upcoming spring season is often a busy time to buy a new home. The weather is ideal, you can take advantage of mortgage rates before they rise again, and and you can settle into your new property before the summer starts. However, with […]
Top Reasons to Own a Home in Metro DC This Year
Summer is upon us and it’s an exciting time in local real estate! The conditions are ideal for moving, homebuyers are feeling motivated, and Metro DC home sellers are ready for a change of scenery. However, despite the market statistics on rising mortgage rates and housing prices, there are still a few buyers on the […]
What to Expect from Your Metro DC Home Inspection
Excitement runs high when you have an accepted offer on your Metro DC home, but what comes next could bring you down if not properly prepared for— the home inspection. The inspection is a contingency often written into most offers, meaning the buyer could walk away if the results are less than ideal. Below are […]