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Matt Cheney of Cheney and Co. embarks on a personal 2024 fitness challenge, demonstrating dedication both in and out of the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) real estate market.

Fitness Challenge

Ask me what my number is. Next time you see me ask me how many workouts I am at for the year. I took on a challenge with my friend New York City Power Broker Paul Zweben at the start of the year to work out 230 times in 2024. What do ...

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How Long Will It Take To Sell Your House?

As you’re getting ready to sell your house, one of the first questions you’re probably asking is, “how long is this going to take?” And that makes sense—you want to know what to expect. While every market is different, understandin...

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DMV Real Estate Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: October 28, 2024

Happy Halloween Week DC!!! New listings contracted 10% since last week as folks appear to be taking a time out partly because of the national election but also the recent increase in mortgage rates. Do you have any questions a...

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Welcome to 1614 Tuckerman St NW, Washington, DC 20011

Introducing 1614 Tuckerman Street NW, an all-brick Italianate masterpiece built in 1925, offering a rare opportunity to live on 95 feet of frontage directly on Rock Creek Park. Nestled in a secluded forest setting, this home is truly a work of ...

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Matt Cheney of Cheney and Co. explains the new Maryland requirement for signed buyer agency agreements for home buyers in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV)

Maryland Requires Buyer Agency Agreement

Guess what? If you want to see a house in Maryland, you need to fully engage an agent. We as agents are now required to have a signed buyer agency agreement with a potential buyer before we show them a house. Now you ask, what is a bu...

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DMV Real Estate Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: October 21, 2024

Hello Washington. New listings pulled back even more this week (-46%) while total homes for sale increased slightly. It feels a bit like the quiet before a storm. A nice window of opportunity to get into the market for buyers....

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Why a Condo Could Be Your Perfect First Home

If you’re looking to break into homeownership but the price of single-family homes has you second-guessing, you might want to consider a condominium (condo) or townhome. These types of homes often come with a lower barrier to entry – and th...

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Matt Cheney of Cheney and Co. provides expert insights on evaluating the first offer in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) real estate sales.

The First Offer is Your Best Offer

We have a phrase in real estate. Your first offer is your best offer. There is some truth in that. When you first come to the market buyers who are the most motivated to buy a house are going to make the most compelling offer. But ...

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