Categories for Northern VA Real Estate

3 Things to Know Before Selling Your Home in Sterling, VA

Thinking about selling your home in Sterling, VA? The market has changed. For the first time in years, we’re seeing more inventory, homes taking a bit longer to sell, and fewer active buyers than in the height of the pandemic boom. It’s not a bad market — it’s a balanced ...

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Selling Your Home In Winter

  How to Prepare Your Home for a Winter Sale Selling your home in the winter might sound challenging, but it can actually be a smart move. With fewer listings on the market and more serious buyers searching, your home has a great chance to stand out — if it’s ...

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Sterling, VA Market Update – Oct 2025

The Home Demand Index (HDI) for the Washington D.C. metro area is at 92 in the latest report, up from 88 last month. This month-over-month increase breaks a five-month streak of consecutive declines, suggesting a potential stabilization in buyer activity. Compared with last year’s index of 88, demand remains slightly ...

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43275 Rush Run Terrace, Ashburn, VA

UNDER CONTRACT as of October 28, 2025 GORGEOUS one level living without the high condo fees. Discover this adorable single level gem in the heart of Ashburn Farm, offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Step inside to the bright and open-concept living and dining area featuring natural ...

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2026 Housing Market Outlook

After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same. More Homes Will Sell With ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Seller Expectations vs. Reality

The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price. It felt like you could name your price and still have buyers lined up at the door. But today’s housing market is ...

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Today’s Asking Prices

The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that’s generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market ...

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