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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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DMV Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: February 10, 2025

No major changes to inventory or months of supply to report today. Homes are selling though some are taking longer than others as buyers hope for mortgage rates to come down further. How about you, thinking of making a move in...

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How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement

If retirement is on the horizon, now’s the time to start thinking about your next chapter. And you probably want to make sure you’re set up to feel comfortable financially to live the life you want in retirement. What you may not realize...

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Matt Cheney of Cheney and Co. illustrates the fundamental real estate choice between achieving a desired price and securing a fast sale in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) market.

Price or Time

There is a rule in real estate from time immemorial. It’s price or time. If you want your price, give it time. If you want a fast sale, be flexible with your price.

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3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

Let’s face it — buying a home can feel like a challenge with today’s mortgage rates. You might even be thinking, “Should I just wait until spring when more homes hit the market and rates might be lower?” But here’s the thing, no ...

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