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Foreclosures, Bank Owned Homes, REOs…

Foreclosures, Bank Owned Homes, REOs…

You’re thinking of buying a home… and you stumble across information on an REO or foreclosure, and you’re wondering exactly what these terms mean and if you might be able to… Read more ⇢
Buying a Short Sale in 2014

Buying a Short Sale in 2014

You may be wondering about buying a short sale… Over the years you have heard a lot of “stuff” and you’re not sure which parts are true.  If you follow the… Read more ⇢
Typical Contract Terms

Typical Contract Terms

We’re well into the spring market of 2014 and things are rocking and rolling here in the Dulles area.  I work with first time home buyers, people relocating from… Read more ⇢
Why Hire A Buyers Agent

Why Hire A Buyers Agent

Why Hire A Buyer’s Agent?  Check out this list of 10 Reasons To Hire A Buyer’s Agent when you’re ready to buy a home. You can choose someone you… Read more ⇢
The Real Estate Whisperer?

The Real Estate Whisperer?

The Real Estate Whisperer?  Considering the Dog Whisperer and Horse Whisperer and Ghost Whisperer and any other kind of whisperer out there, you may think this “name” is a bit cliche’. Read more ⇢
Loose Lips Sink Ships

Loose Lips Sink Ships

Loose Lips Sink Ships… It’s a slogan from back in World War II intended to help soldiers remember that when they are talking, people are listening, and it might be the… Read more ⇢
I Broke The Head of St Joseph

I Broke The Head of St Joseph

Today is “St. Joseph’s Day”… St. Joseph is widely considered the patron saint of home and family.   As such, some people incorporate the use of a statue of… Read more ⇢
Is This Hood a SAFE Hood?

Is This Hood a SAFE Hood?

You probably don’t phrase the question, “Is this hood a safe hood?”  But let’s be honest, it’s what you want to know. You want to know if you can walk your… Read more ⇢
Spring Housing Market: Coming Soon

Spring Housing Market: Coming Soon

Spring Housing Market: Coming Soon! Here’s a little glimpse into what’s going on right now in my business… and what is soon to come. Read more ⇢
Down Payment Assistance for Loudoun County Employees

Down Payment Assistance for Loudoun County Employees

Did you know that Loudoun County Employees are eligible for a special Down Payment Assistance Program through the county? Here are the highlights: Eligibility:    The program is for all full… Read more ⇢
Please, Please… Bug Your Agent

Please, Please… Bug Your Agent

Please, please… Bug your agent.  Really. I get calls a lot from buyers or prospective tenants.  Very often they have their own agent… so why are they calling me? “I didn’t… Read more ⇢
Can I Trust A REALTOR?

Can I Trust A REALTOR?

You might wonder “Can I Trust A REALTOR?”  Great question!  How do you know if the agent is there to protect your interests or if they have another agenda…. and the… Read more ⇢
Beach On The Brain

Beach On The Brain

It’s true:  I’ve got Beach-on-the-Brain.  Memorial Day snuck up on me this year and I do love going to the beach… so I put vacation planning into fast forward… Read more ⇢
Applying For A Rental With A Section 8 Voucher

Applying For A Rental With A Section 8 Voucher

Applying for a rental with a section 8 voucher… There are strategies that can help increase your chances of being accepted. I just completed a post on FINDING… Read more ⇢
SOLD: Single Family Home Foxridge Neighborhood (Leesburg)

SOLD: Single Family Home Foxridge Neighborhood (Leesburg)

Home for sale, Foxridge Neighborhood, Leesburg, VA Congratulations to Todd & Janetta who purchased this lovely home in Foxridge neighborhood today (located in SW Leesburg VA). It’s a… Read more ⇢

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