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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 different. Buyers...

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DMV Real Estate Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: June 9, 2025

Supply is up. Demand is keeping pace. We have more houses for sale and choices for our buyers. It might feel like buyers aren’t active, but the numbers say these listings are being gobbled up. All good news for a healthy market...

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Power of Positive Words

Zig Ziglar is said to have said “Speak success, and success will start listening.” I’m a big believer in the power of using positive words. It’s amazing how they shape our success.

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Common Real Estate Terms Explained

If you're a first-time homebuyer, chances are you'll come across some terms you’re not familiar with. And that can be overwhelming, especially while going through one of the biggest purchases of your life. The good news is you don’t need...

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DMV Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: June 2, 2025

Happy first Monday in June folks. We have more new listings this week. Just over 1K for you to choose from if you are ready to make a move. The summer slowdown clearly isn’t here yet. Remember we are here for you.

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Matt Cheney discussing septic and well system inspections in Washington DC real estate.

Other Home Inspections

When buying a house there are other inspections beyond the initial home inspection. The WDI, Radon, Well/Septic are some of these other inspections. WDI is wood destroying insect. Termites. Radon is another one and required in Mary...

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DMV Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: May 26, 2025

Happy Memorial Day! Thank you to all who have sacrificed their lives serving our country. On the real estate market. Inventory in general is much improved over this time last year, though we are noticing a slowdown of new inventory...

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