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What Is an Easement? A Plain-English Guide for DC-Area Home Buyers
What Is an Easement? Matt Cheney explains that an easement is an instrument that grants people access to a property even though they do not own it. In plain terms, the deed says who owns the land, and an easement says who else may have a rig...
DMV Market Update: Sept 28, 2026
Interesting development this week: Our new listings are down (-18%) from last week. Yes, last week saw a nice jump up but based upon recent past one would expect last weeks surge to level off, not drop off, now that we ...
Considering Kensington or Garrett Park, MD? What to Know About the 20895 and 20896 Housing Market
Kensington Is a Town, a Historic District, and a Much Larger Area At the center of what most people call Kensington sits a town and historic district known for its large Victorian homes. Matt Cheney explains that the name Kensington stretche...
Beyond the Home Inspection: Which Other Inspections Come Up When Buying in DC, Maryland, or Virginia?
Why the Standard Home Inspection Is Only One Piece of the Picture A general home inspection is the step most buyers expect once a contract is signed. It is a thorough review of a home's major systems and structure, and it is rarely the only ...
DMV Market Update: Sept 21, 2026
Commanders fans. We have a long season ahead of us. All the more time to distract ourselves with real estate! This week's numbers are in and total inventory of properties for sale adjusted up 4.73%. We are well on our way...
What Has Changed in Dupont Circle’s Housing Market Since 2022?
Few traffic circles in Washington DC carry the identity that Dupont Circle does. Originally named Pacific Circle, the site was renamed in the late 1800s to honor Rear Admiral Samuel Francis Du Pont, and the circle has remained at the center...
What Makes Arlington, Virginia Different? 5 Facts Every Buyer Should Know
Arlington, Virginia sits directly across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, and it is among the jurisdictions buyers and sellers in the DMV market often ask about and compare carefully. Matt Cheney covers Arlington regularly as part ...
DMV Market Update: Sept 14, 2026
WOW! New listings jumped 123% this week! Talk about the fall selling season being upon us. You may also like: What are the most desirable neighborhoods for high-end homes in Washington DC, What Every Home Seller in W...