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Jan 9, 20192 min read

The Power of the Personal Letter

When it comes to buying a house in the DC Metro area, the competition is at an all time high. It is typical for a property to have multiple

Oct 4, 20182 min read

Private Mortgage Insurance Explained

First off, what is private mortgage insurance (PMI)? Private mortgage insurance is a type of mortgage insurance that a buyer might be requ

Sep 6, 20182 min read

Homebuyer’s Secret Weapon

This week, I want to share a personal tip that I like to do with my clients that gives them REAL competitive advantage. As you probably kno

Jul 26, 20181 min read

First-Time Homebuyer IRA Withdrawal

Did you know if you are a first-time homebuyer or have not owned a home in the past two years, you are allowed to make a penalty-free withdr

Jun 7, 20182 min read

Types of Agency in a Real Estate Transaction

For this week’s Real Estate Tip of the Week, let’s talk about the different types of agency and what each means. It is a topic that should

May 24, 20182 min read

Radon Explained

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. It’s actually the second leading cause of lung cancer. You cann

Apr 19, 20182 min read

Home Appraisals Explained

To start, a home appraisal is an unbiased estimate of a home's market value. They take place in the home buying process when a buyer use

Mar 29, 20184 min read

How to Write a Winning Offer

In last week's Real Estate Tip of the Week, I discussed the escalation clause/addendum and how it can potentially help a buyer have the

Mar 22, 20182 min read

Escalation Clause/Addendum

In this competitive real estate market, multiple offers and bidding wars occur more often than not. Thus, buyers look for every advantage t

Mar 15, 20184 min read

First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes You Should Avoid

The home buying process can be an emotional roller coaster especially if you are a first-time homebuyer. Buying a home in Northern Virginia