Categories for Buying

Dangers Of Overpricing

In the last few weeks, I have had a few different sellers say that they heard that the best strategy for pricing their home was to start high and then negotiate it down. I emphatically disagree. Data shows that overpriced homes sit longer and end up for selling less than ...

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What is Causing the Demand?

Over the last two years we have seen the demand for homes continue to increase.  According the the Virginia REALTORS® Association, our inventory in Virginia has ranged from 25%-45% less inventory than previous years. But what is causing this demand? There are several reasons:  Babyboom According to the latest census, ...

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23 Southall Ct, Sterling

23 Southall Court, Sterling, VA – Countryside UPDATE: After over 70 showings in three days, 10 written offers, this home went under contract on January, 17, 2022. Offered at: $315,000 This updated, end-unit Countryside town home is move-in ready with fresh paint throughout and brand new carpet on the upper ...

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46732 Woodmint Terrace

46732 Woodmint Terrace, Sterling, VA UPDATE: After over 100 showings in three days, 11 written offers, this home went under contract on January, 17, 2022. Offered at $440,000 This lovely brick-front, one car garage townhome is move-in ready. The updated kitchen has quartz countertops, newer appliances, gas cooking, two pantries ...

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Get Your Offer Accepted

I am predicting a very similar real estate market in 2022 for the Northern VA area. Prices won’t be increasing like they did in 2021 however, we will continue to see multiple offers and bidding wars on the homes that do hit the market.  So, what can you do? A ...

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24 McPherson Circle, Sterling

On the Market October 9, 2021 Open House on October 10 from 1-3 This Countryside home has over 2,300 finished square feet and it is ready for you to make it your own. There are 3 very spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths and one half bath. The main level features ...

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Loudoun Market Update

  Here is a quick snap shot of what happened in August of 2021 compared to August of 2020.  Prices were up around 9% and average days on market was 13.  The most shocking statistic is the Months of Supply – is was under 1 month of supply.  A balanced ...

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272 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA

SOLD as of October 20 – $430,000 Update:  Under Contract as of September, 28, 2021 Ready to show, Saturday, September 25 2021 This 3 bed, 2-full and 2-half bath Countryside town home feels like a single family home. It is so spacious and filled with natural light. The entire home ...

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Your Lender Matters

The Lender Your Work With Is Important The mortgage lender is one of the most important people you will work with when you buy a home.  And the person or company you work with will have a huge influence on how smoothly the home purchase process goes, starting with your ...

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