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Compass National Network

Think it doesn’t matter which company your agent is with? Here’s something most people don’t realize. Compass is the largest real estate brokerage in the country — with top-tier agents in every major market and tools that give cl...

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The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

If you’re tempted to delay your move in hopes that mortgage rates will come down, you may want to rethink that strategy based on the latest forecast. Experts say mortgage rates are projected to stay in the 6s this year. So don’t ...

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Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House

Are you thinking about selling your house? Some common mistakes today can make the process more stressful or even cost you money. Fortunately, they’re easy to avoid, as long as you know what to watch for. Let’s break down the bigges...

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DMV Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: July 21, 2025

Last week's 110% jump in new listings was responded to with a 21% decrease in new listings this week. Homes are selling, more inventory is needed, homes are taking longer to sell but the fundamentals say we have a seller's mark...

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Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many buyers are overlooking new construction, it could be your best opportunity in today’s market. Here’s why...

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Real estate expert presenting the truth about Zillow highlighting how the platform uses contact information for lead generation

The Truth About Zillow

Here is the truth about Zillow. The company is essentially an advertising company with its main revenue stream being the sale of advertising space to real estate agents who want leads from the Zillow users who search properties. These...

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The Advice First-Time Homebuyers Need To Hear

Buying your first home is a big milestone – and the right support is going to make it a whole lot easier. Because while this process might be brand new to you, it’s not new to your agent. They’ve helped plenty of first-time buyers...

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DMV Real Estate Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: July 14, 2025

Wow, a nice surprise for mid-summer. New listings jumped 110% since last week. A backlog of new listings on account of the 4th of July holiday. Nonetheless, folks are still buying, and supply is well in the “sellers market�...

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