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Posted on 11/29/2020

Match Your Property Type to Your Lifestyle

Image by Michal Jarmoluk from Pixabay Everyone's ideal home is different. Age, family size, budget and location all factor into the home buying process. Here's a brief look at the types of properties that attract different people. Apartments Apartments are usually a stepping stone for young professionals as they save up for a home. They are also convenient...

Apartment

House

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Posted on 11/22/2020

Real Estate Market Trends for 2020

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay With the new decade comes new trends in real estate. Strong economic growth and more millennials making moves will likely keep the market strong. However, it pays to take note of all trends affecting buyers, sellers, investors, and renters. Here are a few real estate trends and predictions for 2020. Most Buyers...

Posted on 11/15/2020

Consider All Angles When Buying Your Next Home

No matter what your age, buying a new home symbolizes the beginning of a new chapter in your life. It's an exciting event, whether you're a first-time home buyer or a retiree looking to downsize. When you stumble upon a house in your price range that has the features and characteristics you've been searching for, it can be a...

Tips For Buying Your Dream Home

Emotional Buying

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Posted on 11/08/2020

How to Make your Home Attractive to Multiple Generations

Photo by Luis Quintero from Pexels While the millennial generation (people born between 1980 and 1989) accounts for the majority of homebuyers today, the other generations--both older and younger--cannot be discounted. Aging Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) and up-and-coming Gen Yers (those born between 1990 and 1998) are still forces to be considered when marketing...

Posted on 11/01/2020

Dos and Don'ts of Investing in Rental Properties

Photo by 1000Photography via Shutterstock Investment in real estate rental properties has many upsides. You can make great money long term. But as with any business, there are risks. Before you turn your condo or townhouse into a rental or invest in a house or duplex, consider the ramifications and consult professionals. Dos and Don’ts: Do set up...

Rental Property

Investment

Posted on 10/25/2020

5 Easy Maintenance Tips for Your Home

Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, keeping up with maintenance can be a serious challenge. But by focusing on simple maintenance tasks, you can put your best foot forward as you’re trying to improve your home and keep it lasting for many years to come. Keep Up on Plumbing Your plumbing...

Posted on 10/18/2020

Options for an Inherited Property

Image by Annalise Batista from Pixabay One of the basic things that people prepare for in their end of life planning is their property. A family home, for example, is often passed down to the couple's children or next of kin. Often, though, the people who inherit the property don't think about what they'll do with the home...

Posted on 11/09/2020

Video Tour - 25904 Donovan Drive, Chantilly, VA 20152

* *BEAUTIFUL COLONIAL WITH 2CAR GARAGE, 3 FINISHED LEVELS*HARDWOOD FLOORS 4/5 BR,3.5BA, FENCED REAR YARD, LOWER 5TH BR(NOT LEGAL BR)*LOWER LEVEL AU PAIR SUITE W/FULL BA, REC ROOM, OUTSIDE ENTRANCE*LARGE KIT W/TABLE SPACE,ADJACENT FAMILY ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE, UPGRADED STAINLESS APPLIANCES&ADJACENT FAM RM W/GAS FPL*MBR SUPER BATH W/SEPERATE SHOWER+SOAKING TUB*PETS CASE BY CASE* ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!* $45 application fee per adult!! must have good...

Posted on 11/09/2020

25904 Donovan Drive, Chantilly, VA 20152 now has a new price of $2,895!

* *BEAUTIFUL COLONIAL WITH 2CAR GARAGE, 3 FINISHED LEVELS*HARDWOOD FLOORS 4/5 BR,3.5BA, FENCED REAR YARD, LOWER 5TH BR(NOT LEGAL BR)*LOWER LEVEL AU PAIR SUITE W/FULL BA, REC ROOM, OUTSIDE ENTRANCE*LARGE KIT W/TABLE SPACE,ADJACENT FAMILY ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE, UPGRADED STAINLESS APPLIANCES&ADJACENT FAM RM W/GAS FPL*MBR SUPER BATH W/SEPERATE SHOWER+SOAKING TUB*PETS CASE BY CASE* ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!* $45 application fee per adult!! must have good...

Posted on 11/09/2020

25904 Donovan Drive, Chantilly, VA 20152 is now new to the market!

* *BEAUTIFUL COLONIAL WITH 2CAR GARAGE, 3 FINISHED LEVELS*HARDWOOD FLOORS 4/5 BR,3.5BA, FENCED REAR YARD, LOWER 5TH BR(NOT LEGAL BR)*LOWER LEVEL AU PAIR SUITE W/FULL BA, REC ROOM, OUTSIDE ENTRANCE*LARGE KIT W/TABLE SPACE,ADJACENT FAMILY ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE, UPGRADED STAINLESS APPLIANCES&ADJACENT FAM RM W/GAS FPL*MBR SUPER BATH W/SEPERATE SHOWER+SOAKING TUB*PETS CASE BY CASE* ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!* $45 application fee per adult!! must have good...

Posted on 11/06/2020

Another Property Sold - 7307 Pepper Lane, Clifton, VA 20124

Posted on 10/21/2020

Another Property Sold - 6458 Brickleigh Court, Alexandria, VA 22315