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The Truth About Down Payments

The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think) Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in. “I’ll never save enough.” “I need a small fortune just to get started.” “I guess I’ll just rent forever.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And ...

How to Deal with a Competitive Disadvantage

If you’re selling your home and there are other listings in your area, buyers will naturally compare your property to those other listings. Is there something about your home that you’re concerned will be seen as a competitive disadvantage? For example, do you have a small kitchen or fewer bedrooms than ...

Cleaning Tips for Instantly Improving Curb Appeal

As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your property looks from the street, where potential buyers first see it. Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than ...

Mortgage Rate Forecast

Mortgage Rate Forecast: Don’t Expect a Big Drop Anytime Soon Published July 2025 If you're waiting for a big drop in mortgage rates before jumping into the housing market, you might be waiting longer than expected. According to projections from Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), and Wells Fargo, 30-year fixed mortgage ...

Shifting Market Expectations- 2025

What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing. It’s what you should expect. It’s just that ...

6 S. Lowery, Sterling, VA

Stunning Rental Opportunity Prepare to be impressed by this home with water views. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is filled with high-end features and thoughtful details, offering both comfort and style. The dream kitchen is a true showstopper, with gorgeous finishes and an abundance of space to cook, entertain and gather. The primary ...

Trend: Multi-Generational Homebuying

Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why Multi-generational living is on the rise. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 17% of homebuyers purchase a home to share with parents, adult children, or extended family. That’s the highest share ever recorded by NAR (see graph below): And what’s behind ...

1314 Rock Chapel Rd

Update: Lease signed on July 2. Available for an August 15th move-in. Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath split-level home in Herndon—offering space, comfort, and a location that’s close to everything. With easy access to Route 7, Reston, and Ashburn, commuting and exploring the area is a breeze. You’ll love the ...

Is Inventory Back to Normal?

Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal? After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better. Nationally, inventory is growing, and that gives you more options for your move. But here’s what you need to know. That level of growth ...