Northern Virginia Real Estate Blog

There was some big and interesting financial news happening today that I felt was worthy of note.  Firstly, FHA will be adjusting its guidelines to make it easier for low down payment FHA financing for condominiums.  This is in an effort ...

As a prominent Real Estate listing agent in Northern Virginia, I’m often involved with pre-marketing home renovation and staging discussions. One very important area to explore is the kitchen and the question of whether new kitchen appliances ...

The Purchasing Power of Manassas Virginia.  How far does your dollar go in Manassas!  A Bargain in The DC Metropolitan Area!  A look at 7279 Canova Forest Court, Manassas VA 20112. The Northern Virginia market is very divergent on ...

The first question to ask yourself is what are my real estate goals?  Am I looking for a quick return or short term gain?  Am I looking for income?  Am I looking for a long term gain?   Am I looking to use my primary ...

As an industry distressed asset expert, I meet many buyers that want to buy a distressed property or a fixer upper.  HGTV has romanticized the process and the chance to remodel an eyesore into a dream house.  Many would be fixer upper ...

Most buyers recognize that their home is their largest investment. However, most buyers don’t look at their home as an investment that can grow their wealth dramatically.  However, a few very savvy buyers flip their primary residence ...

Recent studies suggest that 1 of out every 5 people have mold sensitivities or intolerances. This is a huge percentage of potential homeowners and home buyers. Here are some recommendations for families facing these challenges to consider when ...

Opportunity Cost is defined as the loss of potential gain when one alternative, or path, is chosen over another. As a Trusted Real Estate Advisor with deep roots in finance and economics, the term opportunity cost really sums up the question many ...

Fairlington is one of my personal favorite communities in Arlington, Virginia, the soon to be new home to one of Amazon’s Headquarters. This community stands to see some buzz over the promised increase in the area’s ...

Can the Right Foreclosure Property be a GREAT deal? YES. Most times people who are looking for foreclosures or bank owned properties are simply looking for great deals. This means a home purchase where they can get a little equity right off the bat ...

How to Sell Your Home in Northern VA this spring Home Selling Advice...Tip #1Mindset!  I recommend to my Sellers that they disassociate themselves with their homes.  It is easier said than done.  You must tell yourself that "this is ...

If you are relocating to Virginia and exploring home purchases, the choices can often feel overwhelming.  Where is the best location? How will this home provide for your lifestyle? What is the process of buying a home like in Virginia? And then ...

How's the Northern Virginia Real Estate Market for 2018? While this is one of the most common questions that I get asked, it is one of the most difficult to answer without further information. So that is what I am going to do here: Ask for some ...

Home Price Trends Vary When you start to consider selling your home, one of the first things that is on your mind is "How much is my home worth?" and that is really a direct way of getting at "How much am I going to net from the sale of my home?" or ...

Have you ever wondered what a middle of the market home here would be worth in other areas? I thought it would be fun to take a look.  So let's start in our own back yard. Currently in Bristow, the median price of a home is in the upper 400's. ...

Potential homebuyers are always cautioned to be aware of mortgage lending standards and the difficulty they might face when trying to obtain a mortgage. Credit availability is expanding, making it easier to get a mortgage now than it was a year ago....

It is easy to become overwhelmed when you enter the home buying market. Friends, family, colleagues, and even acquaintances will give you their opinions if you are a first time home buyer. While most of them are looking out for your best interest, ...

There has been some discussion recently on home prices in relation to mortgage rates. Some believe if there is a rapid rise of mortgage rates, home prices should decrease. Logically it makes the most sense for the price of the house to drop when ...