Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?
Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? If you’ve been house hunting lately, you’ve probably felt the sting of today’s mortgage rates. And it’s because of those rates and risin...
Why Are Homes With Liens Hard to Sell in Northern Virginia—and What You Can Do About It
Why are homes with liens hard to sell in Northern Virginia—and what can you do about it?
Homes with liens can be hard to sell because unresolved debt must be cleared before ownership can legally transfer. In Northern Virginia, working with e...
More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign
More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign. Maybe you’ve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high. And it might make you question if this is the start of another housing market crash.
But the reality is, t...
About Homeowners Association Fees
About Homeowners Association Fees. When buying a home, you’re probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (H...
Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children
Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children. If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve built up a lot of wealth – just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time. And that equity? It’s something that c...
Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?
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Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate? If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this nagging thought may be holding yo...
Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back
Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back. Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home. Maybe you’re one of them and you're wondering:
D...
Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions
Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions. Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and more. In ...
What Is My Fairfax County Home Worth?
What Is My Fairfax County Home Worth? A Guide by Cristina Dougherty
What is my Fairfax County home worth?
To find out what your Fairfax County home is worth, you'll need to look at recent sales in your neighborhood, evaluate your home's con...
Why Are Split-Level Homes Harder to Sell in Fairfax, VA?
Why are split-level homes harder to sell in Fairfax, VA?
Split-level homes can be harder to sell in Fairfax because buyers often prefer more traditional layouts. Limited open space and stairs between levels may not align with current buyer p...