Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite
Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite. Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn't changed in 1...
Franklin Glen Real Estate: A Western Fairfax Guide
What makes Franklin Glen a standout community in western Fairfax County?
Franklin Glen is a planned residential community in western Fairfax County, Virginia, developed primarily in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Its combination of mature l...
How do you downsize in Franklin Farm
How do you downsize in Franklin Farm without the process becoming overwhelming?
I've been helping Franklin Farm homeowners through this exact transition
since 2003. And I'll tell you upfront: the clients who feel least stressed are the ones...
Virginia’s New Deed Fraud Law
Virginia's New Deed Fraud Law: What It Means for Your Closing
What is Virginia's new deed fraud law, and how does it affect home sellers?
Virginia's new deed fraud law, created by companion bills HB 163 and SB 316, took effect July 1,...
Think Nobody’s Buying Homes Right Now?
Think Nobody's Buying Homes Right Now? If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there's a big difference between a slow market and a stalled...
Will You Owe Capital Gains Tax When Selling
Will You Owe Capital Gains Tax Selling Your Fairfax Home?
Do you have to pay capital gains tax when you sell your home in Fairfax, VA?
Most homeowners don't. The IRS lets you exclude up to $250,000 of profit from tax if you're single, or ...
How Much Earnest Money Do You Need to Buy
How much earnest money do you need to buy a home in Fairfax County?
Buyers in Fairfax County typically put down 1% to 3% of the purchase price as earnest money.
If you're buying a home in Fairfax County, understanding earnest money in Fairf...
Virginia Seller Disclosure Requirements Explained
What does a seller have to disclose when selling a home in Virginia?
Virginia Seller Disclosure Requirements Explained. Virginia is a buyer-beware (caveat emptor) state, meaning sellers generally are not required to disclose every known cond...
Full vs. Partial Home Staging in Fairfax & Loudoun
What is the best staging strategy for selling a home in Fairfax or Loudoun County: full staging or partial staging?
Full vs. Partial Home Staging in Fairfax & Loudoun. The best staging strategy depends on your home's condition, budget, a...
Take It or Leave It
Take It or Leave It. Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too.
That’s why whether you’re buying or selling today, there are t...