Real Estate News

Sept. 25, 2024

Real Estate Market Update for Fairfax County, Prince William County, and Stafford County: September 18 - September 25

The real estate market in Northern Virginia continues to evolve as we transition into fall. For the week of September 18 through September 25, there have been some notable shifts in the real estate activity across Fairfax, Prince William, and Stafford counties. Here’s a detailed look at the key trends …

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March 2, 2024

What Is a Multi-Generational Home?

What is a multi-generational home? So, picture this - it's a living situation where different generations of the same family, think grandparents, parents, and kids all live together. It's not just for bonding; they're also reaping financial perks.

More and more folks are gravitating towards this living arrangement …

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Feb. 23, 2024

How Changing Interest Rates Impact You: Insights from a Veteran Real Estate Sales Agent

As a real estate sales agent with over two decades of experience under my belt, I've witnessed firsthand how changing interest rates impact you, the consumer, and the homebuyer.

Drawing from my own experiences as a house hunter, I've picked up some key strategies to successfully deal with …

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Feb. 6, 2024

Houses Are Still Selling Fast



Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn't as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when houses were selling quicker than ever, they’re still selling faster than normal.

The graph below uses data from 

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Jan. 26, 2024

Experts Project Home Prices Will Increase in 2024



Even though home prices are going up nationally, some people are still worried they might come down. In fact, a recent survey from Fannie Mae found that 24% of people think home prices will actually decline over the next 12 months. That means almost one out of every four …

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Jan. 17, 2024

Why You May Want To Seriously Consider a Newly Built Home




Are you putting off your plans to sell because you’re worried you won’t be able to find a home you like when you move? If so, it may be time to consider a newly built home and the benefits that come with one. Here’s why.

Near-Record Percentage of …

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Jan. 16, 2024

Homeownership Is Still at the Heart of the American Dream




Buying a home is a powerful decision, and it remains at the heart of the American Dream. Unlike renting, owning a home means more than just having a place to live – it offers a sense of belonging, stability, and freedom. According to Nicole Bachaud, Senior Economist at Zillow

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Jan. 15, 2024

Home Prices Forecast To Climb over the Next 5 Years

Some Highlights

  • If you’re worried about what’s next for home prices, know the HPES shows experts are projecting they’ll continue to rise at least through 2028.
  • Based on that forecast, if you bought a $400,000 house this year, experts say it could gain over $72,000 in …
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Jan. 13, 2024

The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net Worth



If you're trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home this year, here's a powerful insight that could give you the clarity and confidence you need to make your decision.

Every three years, the Federal Reserve releases the Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF), which compares net …

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Jan. 12, 2024

Ways Your Home Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goals



If you’ve owned your house for at least a couple of years, there’s something you’re going to want to know more about – and that’s home equity. If you’re not familiar with that term, Freddie Mac defines it like this:

“. . . your home’s equity …
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