Categories for First Time Buyer

Buy Now or Wait for Rates?

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates ...

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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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10 Jeremy Court, Sterling

New in Countryside! Update: Under Contract as of May 19, 2025. This gorgeous 4 bed / 3.5 bath home is full of updates —beautiful bathrooms, bamboo floors, a gorgeous kitchen, flexible living spaces, and a finished basement perfect for guests or game nights Sip your coffee under the custom covered ...

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Housing Market Shifting, Not Crashing

Do You Think the Housing Market’s About To Crash? Read This First Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been scrolling through social media or watching the news, you might have seen some pretty ...

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Mortgage Rate Roller Coaster

What You Can Do When Mortgage Rates Are a Moving Target Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately? One day they go down a little. The next day, they go back up again. It can feel confusing and even frustrating if you’re trying to decide whether now’s a ...

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36 Ferguson Court

JUNE 2, 2025 – SOLD for $681,700   You’ll love this thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath CountrySide home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac. With skylights, large windows, and vaulted ceilings, the open-concept main level feels bright, airy, and welcoming. A main-level bedroom and full bath offer flexibility—perfect for guests or ...

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New Listing- 13 Mucklehany Lane

13 Mucklehany Lane, Sterling, VA 20165 Join Us at The Open Houses:  Friday, January 31 from 5 – 7 PM. Saturday, February 1 from 2 – 4 PM.     This is your chance to own a truly exceptional home in the highly sought-after CountrySide neighborhood! This spacious and versatile ...

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Mortgage Rates and Payments

How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment Some Highlights Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected. So, you shouldn’t try to time the market. Instead, it’s better to focus on how even a small change impacts your future mortgage payment. As rates come down, even ...

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