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BUYERS-HOW TO COMPETE

If you have been doing any home shopping lately, you know that it is a seller's market and many homes are receiving multiple offers. How do you compete in a market like this?  It can be frustrating and even more stressful when inventory is this low. There are things you ...

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Don’t Over-Improve Before You Sell

If you are thinking about selling your home, you are probably wondering how much work you should put into the house before you put it on the market.  The answer to this question could change based on the type of market in your area, the overall condition of your home and ...

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What’s Happening With Interest Rates?

Over the last few months we have seen an increase in interest rates, but there is no need to panic or give up on your dream of moving.  Historically, we still have very low rates that make buying a home affordable.   If you have been considering upsizing, downsizing or ...

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First-Time Buyer Seminar

Homebuyer Seminar March 9, 2017 Please join us for a no pressure, no sales pitch seminar where you can learn from industry experts about the home buying process. This FREE seminar is a great way to ask questions of lenders, REALTORS, and Settlement agents to gain insight on what you really need ...

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Buying and Selling Seminar – Feb 21

Need to Sell Before You Buy ? Selling and buying simultaneously is all about timing and resources.  Come to this FREE seminar where Julie Bowman and Jay Richardson will talk about your options in today’s real estate market.  There are loan programs available that provide the  opportunity to maximize your profits from the equity ...

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What to Ask A Seller’s Agent

When you are getting ready to list your home, there are hundreds of agents to choose from. You may have friends that just moved and can make recommendations or you may have a family member that can assist you with your move. Even still, you should be asking a few ...

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How To Make An Offer

You've done the research.  You've been pre-approved by a lender,  you hired an agent and you've looked at lots of homes.  What do you need in order to make an offer on the home you fell in love with? COMPS: Your agent will look at previous sales and active properties in the ...

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Home Buyer Seminar – Jan 18 – Ashburn

Homebuyer Seminar January 18, 2017 Please join us for a no pressure, no sales pitch seminar where you can learn from industry experts about the home buying process. This FREE seminar is a great way to ask questions of lenders, REALTORS, and Settlement agents to gain insight on what you really need to ...

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How Much Home Should You Buy?

You were just pre-approved for $420,000 for a mortgage.  Does that mean you should spend $420,000 on a new home?  I say absolutely not.  Everyone knows that there are lots of expenses that come with owning a home and being "house poor" is no way to live.  Of course ...

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