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Matt Cheney of Cheney and Co. analyzes the significance of 'Days on the Market' for homes in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) real estate.

Days on the Market

Let’s talk about days on the market. As a listing agent we get used to buyers asking us how many days the home has been on the market. Meanwhile some sellers don’t even care how long their home has been on the market. Some stats f...

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The Perks of Buying a Fixer-Upper

There’s no denying affordability is tough right now. But that doesn’t mean you have to put your plans to buy a home on the back burner. If you’re willing to roll up your sleeves (or hire someone who will), buying a house that needs som...

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key. But some sellers haven’t adjusted to where the market is today. They’re not factoring in that there are more homes for sale or that buyers are being more s...

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DMV Real Estate Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: February 17, 2025

In case you saw those misleading posts on social media this weekend, no there was not a flurry of new listings this past week. We stayed on par with last week’s numbers and frankly are waiting on our seasonal uptick. Were yo...

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Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market

The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers, especially with higher home prices and mortgage rates. And if you’re trying to buy a home, it’s easy to worry you won’t be able to find something in your budget. But here’s wha...

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Matt Cheney of Cheney and Co. highlights the power of consistent marketing in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) real estate market.

Marketing Consistency

I have found through the years that the key to marketing is consistency. I liken it to firing off a cannon. Overtime consistently firing those cannon balls at that fort wall will open things up.

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The Real Benefits of Buying a Home This Year

Have you been wondering whether you should keep renting or finally make the leap into homeownership? It’s a big decision, and let’s be real — renting can feel like the easier option, especially if buying a home feels out of reach. But ...

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