March 14, 2024

What Death, Divorce, and Bankruptcy Can Mean For Real Estate Transactions

Real estate transactions can be stressful in the best of circumstances. Add in emotionally complicated factors like death, divorce, or bankruptcy and you’re looking at a process filled with potential difficulties. A home is more than a collection of bricks, wood, concrete, and glass. It’s the center of daily activities where people gather, memories are made, dreams are discussed and communities are built. But it’s also an important financial asset […]
March 12, 2024

The State of the Housing Market in Washington, DC & Surrounding Areas – March 2024

Market in a Minute & StatPak March 2024 We profile the most important market indicators every month – contract activity, interest rates, inventory, affordability and direction of the market – in an easy to read and digest summary. It’s not just the numbers; it provides context to understand why the numbers are important and what they mean for the future of the market. Published for Washington, DC, Montgomery County, Prince […]
March 5, 2024

The Luxurious Technology That’s Transforming High-End Homes

If you’ve got the means, here are tech features sure to dazzle in any property We recently reviewed smart-home technology that was easily accessible and affordable at various price points, and thought it would be fun to review tech that’s at the higher end of home design. Since we’ve already covered the places you’d expect to see helpful tech – kitchens, bathrooms, and garages – there are plenty of other […]
February 27, 2024

First-Time Homebuyer Programs to Help Smooth Purchase Challenges

Eric Boutcher,  Atlantic Coast Mortgage.   It’s not easy being a buyer right now, but there are important lending and grant programs that give first-time home buyers a head start. Navigating the intricacies of the real estate market can be daunting for any home buyer. From finding the perfect property to securing the best deal, the journey to homeownership can be filled with challenges. Partnering with the right professionals can […]
February 8, 2024

What Does a Real Estate Agent Really Do?

If you were to watch an episode of Million Dollar Listing or any of the many other real estate shows you might think you have an idea of what a real estate agent actually does on a day-to-day basis: they spend their days looking at gorgeous properties while driving around town in a fancy car and cashing large commission checks.  As with many things in life, what you see on […]
February 6, 2024

Must-Have Smart Tech Features That Are Affordable For Any Home

Upgrading technology in your home doesn’t need to be expensive or difficult to incorporate. The 2024 Spring Housing Market has already taken off, with declining interest rates bringing many homebuyers off the sidelines and into the purchasing game. Sellers are preparing their homes for eager buyers and are learning what features will attract the most offers at the highest price. And while fresh paint and gleaming floors will always be […]