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Should Newlyweds Rent or Buy in the DC Metro Area?
For newly married couples in the Washington, DC metro area, one of the first big decisions after the wedding is whether to rent or buy. With busy careers, potential student loans, and a fast-moving real estate market, it can feel difficult to k...
Buying Your First Home Together After Marriage in the DC Area
Buying your first home as a newly married couple is an exciting step—one that sets the foundation for your routines, your financial future, and the life you are building together. In a diverse and competitive market like the Washington, DC me...
DC Top Real Estate Agent Award
I am proud to share that DC Magazine has recognized me as a Top Real Estate Agent in their 2025 Real Estate Awards. It is an incredible honor and a meaningful milestone in a career built on consistency, client advocacy, and deep ex...
Moving Up to a Larger Home When You Still Have Debt
Many families in the Washington, DC metro area consider moving to a larger home while still carrying student loans, a car loan, or a small amount of credit card debt. This is completely normal—and often the right next step when your space no ...
Buying a Home on One Income in the DC Area
Buying a home on one income is more common in the Washington, DC metro area than many people realize. Whether one partner is staying home with a new baby, returning to school, changing careers, or simply taking a break from work, single-income ...
How Credit Card Debt Impacts Buying a Home in the DC Metro Area
Many buyers in the Washington, DC metro area carry some level of credit card debt. With rising living costs, childcare expenses, and student loans, balances can build quickly. When it comes to buying a home, credit card debt can affect both you...
Should You Pay Off Debt or Save for a Down Payment First?
One of the most common questions buyers ask me—especially young professionals and growing families—is whether they should pay off debt first or prioritize saving for a down payment. In a high-cost market like the Washington, DC metro area, ...
Buying a Home While Paying Off Debt in DC, Maryland, and Virginia
Balancing debt repayment with a goal to buy a home is one of the most common challenges I see among buyers in the Washington, DC metro area. Whether you are paying down student loans, managing credit card balances, or carrying a car loan, you c...