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Should a Seller be Home During a Showing?
Absolutely not! No, a seller should not be home during a showing for a potential buyer. It is a huge turn off. This happened to some clients and I the other day. The seller was trying to sell the buyer and ask questions. It was a h...
Why Homeownership Wins in the Long Run
Today’s higher mortgage rates, inflationary pressures, and concerns about a potential recession have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s import...
The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own
Selling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently co...
Monday Market Update: July 3, 2023
Happy 4th of July! We had anticipated a pause for the long weekend and the new listings confirm our expectation. New offerings dropped 8 percent from last weeks report. Not a surprise while folks take a moment to rest and rel...
Onsite: Alexandria, VA
We’re taking it back to April 2019 today to check out our Onsite episode 10: Alexandria! Alexandria is the 7th largest independent city in the commonwealth of Virginia with many distinct neighborhoods such as Old Town, Del Ray and Poto...
What’s Going on with the Luxury Market in D.C.?
What’s going on in the luxury market? Well in DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Montgomery, and Fairfax a $2M priced home is becoming normal. Four years ago, before the pandemic, June 2018 to June 2019, 430 homes sold between $2M and $3M and...
Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report later this week. This monthly report provides information on the sales volume and price trend for previously owned homes. In the upcoming releas...
What to Take with You on Closing Day as a Seller
Ok seller's, it's finally closing day! Don't forget to take your ID, checkbook, and wiring instructions to the closing table! Matt Cheney Washington Fine Properties M: 202-465-0707 e: [email protected] Website - https://www.matt...