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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
5 Steps to Make Your Metro DC Home Feel and Look Larger
Especially during the winter months in Metro DC, homeowners can wrestle with how to make their living spaces feel both brighter and larger. After all, homebuyers today are looking for that open, airy layout! There are dozens of easy ways to go about it, and even if you are working with a smaller footprint in […]
4 Mistakes to Avoid When House Hunting in DC, Maryland, NoVA
Top Tips for Selling Your Maryland Home in the Fall
5 Home Tasks to Complete This Fall Around Your DC Metro Home
We’re now into October and before we know it, Halloween will have come and gone, the temperatures will be dropping, and we’ll be in a holiday state of mind. But that doesn’t mean your DC Metro home can easily transition from one season to the next without any maintenance! As your local real estate experts, […]
Closing Costs to Expect When Buying a Metro DC Home
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 […]
Why Waiting for a Larger Down Payment in Metro DC May Not Save You Money
Preparing to buy a home in Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, or Northern Virginia can be overwhelming, there’s no doubt about it. There is much to do to get ready— from grooming your credit score to researching your budget to scouting potential neighborhoods to saving for a down payment. However, if you’ve been waiting to […]