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Start the Home Selling Process this Month

If you’re thinking about selling in the spring, don’t wait until the new year to start planning. In fact, you’ll save yourself a lot of work and get ahead of the game if you start planning now. What’s that old saying? The early bird gets the worm! In this case, by ...

Worried About Home Values?

Headlines Have You Worried about Your Home’s Value? Read This. Hearing talk about home prices falling? That may leave you worried about whether your house is losing value. But here’s what you need to know. While some local markets have seen small price dips this year, home prices are not falling ...

CountrySide Holiday Light Contest

Voting Opens on December 19th, 2025. CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORTES! CLICK HERE FOR LIGHT MAP HOW IT WORKS: Voting will begin on December 19 and run through December 28th. Neighbors and visitors to the neighborhood will be able to vote online for their favorite townhouse and their favorite single family home. ...

What to Look for When Watching a Walk-Through Video

When you’re shopping for a new home, you want to get the most out of watching this type of video, especially if you’re relying on it to help you decide whether or not to make a viewing appointment.Consider these suggestions:• Remember, it’s a video. Take advantage of the ability to ...

Sterling, VA Market Update – Nov 2025

The Home Demand Index (HDI) for the Washington D.C. metro area is at 87 during this report period, down from 95 in the previous month. This decline reflects a slowdown in buyer activity. Compared with last year’s index of 72, demand remains significantly stronger on an annual basis, reflecting a ...

The Lock-In Effect Is Starting To Ease

Why More Homeowners Are Giving Up Their Low Mortgage Rate If you’re like a lot of homeowners, you’ve probably thought: “I’d like to move… but I don’t want to give up my 3% rate.” That’s fair. That rate has been one of your best financial wins – and it can be ...

Real Estate Trends to Watch in 2026

A new year always brings fresh opportunities—and in real estate, it also brings new trends, shifting market dynamics, and emerging buyer and seller priorities. Below is a breakdown of the major real estate trends to watch in the new year, along with actionable insights to help you navigate them. Why Real ...

Tips for “After Dusk” Viewing Appointments

When you’re selling your property, you want buyers to see it at its best. But, a percentage of potential buyers will only be able to see your home in the evening. If it’s getting dark by the time they arrive, your home may not look as good as it does ...

Selling In Winter Has Its Perks

When most people think about selling a home, they picture spring flowers and summer sunshine. But winter can be a surprisingly smart time to sell, and in many cases, it comes with advantages that sellers don’t expect. Less Competition, More Visibility One of the biggest perks of selling in winter is lower ...