Selling

The Future of Real Estate… and everything else

The Future of Real Estate… and everything else

Once you are old enough to manage an ipad or cell phone, we’ll recognize you as a potential first time home buyer. At that time your parents will be required to… Read more ⇢
How Does a Rent Back Work?

How Does a Rent Back Work?

A Sellers Post Occupancy Agreement, more commonly referred to as a “Rent Back”, simply means that the sellers can remain occupants of the home after settlement. The first thing to know… Read more ⇢
What To Expect When You’re Showing

What To Expect When You’re Showing

So you’re putting your house on the market, and you’re not really sure what it will be like to live in a home that is for sale.  Here are some… Read more ⇢
Thinking of Selling in the Spring?

Thinking of Selling in the Spring?

With the “Spring Market” starting in 15 weeks, many home sellers are already behind the 8 ball.  Yes, I said 15 weeks.  In Real Estate, the spring market starts promptly… Read more ⇢
The Problem With Affiliated Business Arrangements

The Problem With Affiliated Business Arrangements

During a real estate transaction, you might be asked to sign a disclosure of “Affiliated Business Relationship” because the real estate agent you’re using is working with a brokerage that has… Read more ⇢
Last Quarter of 2016 Looking Good!

Last Quarter of 2016 Looking Good!

  With several key economic reports being released yesterday, and not showing the exciting news that everyone hoped, there is new optimism for those hoping to buy or sell a… Read more ⇢
January Market Statistics – Loudoun

January Market Statistics – Loudoun

        The January Market Statistics for Loudoun County are out… and… here’s the scoop: Drumroll please… It’s basically good news for everyone!… Read more ⇢
Do Not Show Your Own Home

Do Not Show Your Own Home

One of the important instructions I give my clients is “Do not show your own home to strangers.” Before you put a sign in your yard, you knew not to let… Read more ⇢
Staging the Front Door

Staging the Front Door

Don’t spend so much time making sure your house looks perfect on the inside, that you forget to take a fresh look at it from the outside. Not only will your… Read more ⇢
Buying a Home at Auction

Buying a Home at Auction

WAAAAY back in 2008 I got daily calls about how to buy a home through auction.  There are all kinds of auctions… Ballroom auctions, onsite auctions, auctions at the steps of… 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 ⇢
Real Estate Matters:  Contracts Matter

Real Estate Matters: Contracts Matter

Real Estate Matters: Contracts Matter When REALTORS(R) take their licensing and other classes, we’re taught a thing or two about contracts… and the most important thing we’re taught is… 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 ⇢
Thank You TINA!

Thank You TINA!

These gorgeous flowers (and more) were received today from a client.  She just wanted to say thanks for helping to get her house sold even though she was… Read more ⇢

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