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The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell
Now that buyers have more options for their move, you need to be a bit more intentional about making sure your house looks its best when you sell. And proper staging can be a great way to do just that. What Is Home Staging? It’s not about...
The Cheney & Co. Team
Yes, I do have a team of folks who support me and my clients. I have a dedicated executive assistant, Laila, a social media director Amanda, Jaimie who helps with listing launches, and Emma who helps with the process once we are under co...
Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Coming Back?
A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the historic-low 3% from a few years ago. But here’s the thing: those rates were never meant to last. The...
The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market
A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price. It felt like you could name your price and still have buyers lined up at the door. But today’s housing market is different. Buyers...
DMV Weekly Market Update: June 9, 2025
Supply is up. Demand is keeping pace. We have more houses for sale and choices for our buyers. It might feel like buyers aren’t active, but the numbers say these listings are being gobbled up. All good news for a healthy market...
Power of Positive Words
Zig Ziglar is said to have said “Speak success, and success will start listening.” I’m a big believer in the power of using positive words. It’s amazing how they shape our success.
Common Real Estate Terms Explained
If you're a first-time homebuyer, chances are you'll come across some terms you’re not familiar with. And that can be overwhelming, especially while going through one of the biggest purchases of your life. The good news is you don’t need...
DMV Weekly Market Update: June 2, 2025
Happy first Monday in June folks. We have more new listings this week. Just over 1K for you to choose from if you are ready to make a move. The summer slowdown clearly isn’t here yet. Remember we are here for you.