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Commission Updates – Seller Version

Understanding the Changes to Real Estate Commissions To help explain these new changes, let’s first look at how commissions were paid before August 17, 2024. Before August 17, 2024 When a seller listed their home for sale they would sign a Listing Agreement with their agent. Within the agreement was a negotiated commission ...

Commission Updates – Buyer Version

Understanding the Changes to Real Estate Commissions To help explain these new changes, let's first look at how commissions were paid before August 17, 2024. Before August 17, 2024 When a seller wanted to list their home, they would sign a Listing Agreement with their agent, agreeing to pay a commission to the ...

Maximize Your Return on Investment

When it comes to home updates that provide the best return on investment (ROI), certain projects tend to add more value than others. Here are some of the top updates: 1. Minor Kitchen Remodel: - ROI: ~70-80% - Details: Updating cabinets (refacing or painting), replacing countertops (quartz or granite), installing a new backsplash, ...

What Are Buyers Looking For?

When buyers are considering purchasing a home, they typically prioritize certain aspects of the home's condition. The home does not have to be perfect, but in order to get top dollar for your home, you want it to be in the best condition possible to attract the best offers. Here ...

Putting Your Home In A Trust

WHY A LIVING TRUST A living trust, also known as a revocable trust, is a legal document that allows you to transfer ownership of your assets, including your home, into a trust while you are still alive. You can manage and use these assets as you normally would, and you have ...

Independence Day Celebrations-2024

Click the links for more info on each event. June 28 Fireworks at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Star Spangled Sterling- Fireworks July 4th Claude Moore Park 4th Fest Fun & Fireworks - Franklin Park Leesburg Independence Day Parade & Fireworks Sparks in the Park - Morven Park Celebration & Fireworks -Bready Park in Herndon National Independence Day - DC ...

1 Aldridge Ct, Sterling, VA

Update: This home is now pending as of June 21, 2024. We had over 13 showings the first day on the market and the sellers received a strong, clean offer that they could not refuse. Ready to show on Friday, June 21. Listed for $515,000. You will love this move-in ready, end-unit townhome. ...

Too Many New Homes?

Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three homes on the market are newly built. And if you’re wondering what that means for the housing market and for your own move, here’s what you need to know. Why ...

More Inventory Available

As of today, June 13, there are 101 homes in Loudoun County under $950,000 that have been on the market for more than 14 days. With end of the school year activities and graduations, homes have not been selling as quickly. If you put your search on hold, now is ...