No home seller or agent wants to go from pending to active and back on the market. Buyers and sellers make an agreement on a home and everyone including the agents hope the sale goes according to plan but, unfortunately, that’s not always the case. So, why do pending home sales fall through? There are […]
After going through all of the steps it takes to buy a home it’s finally ALL yours! You are a happy new homeowner. You can paint the walls and customize it as much as you like but, before you dive into setting up your nest be sure to take care of these things first. The […]
Buying new construction sounds so simple. Pick a floor plan, lot, elevation and wah-lah your perfect new home is built and you get the keys. Except it’s not that simple and it doesn’t always go as smoothly as that all sounds. You need a trusted advisor who has your best interests at the forefront at […]
When you’re buying a home deciding on where you want to buy is a big decision. Kingstowne is an area many buyers select because of its close proximity to Washington DC, public transportation, amenities and access to daily needs. If you’re thinking about buying a townhouse in Kingstowne there’s a lot to consider. Kingstowne […]
Buying a home, whether it’s your first or your fifth comes with a lot of “I didn’t know that.” Real estate is constantly changing and there are always going to be questions about choosing the right home to determine what loan is best for you. Lending is a big part of real estate and it’s […]
Low appraisals are a common occurrence in a seller’s market but, they’re a possibility no matter what the current market conditions are. It can be heartbreaking for sellers and buyers when an appraisal comes in low but, it’s important for all parties to remain calm. It’s not a death sentence to the entire deal but, […]
Many areas are experiencing extreme seller’s markets right now and Alexandria is no exception. How can you prepare as a buyer who is looking for a home in a seller’s market? Get Pre-Approved The market is moving very quickly and when you find the home you want to make an offer on you need […]
This is part 2 of our buying a home in Northern Virginia in 2018 series. You can read part 1 of our series here. We pick up where we left off with senior loan officer Brian Pawsat of Caliber home loans to talk about taking the right steps to purchase a home this year and […]
Buying a home is a big decision and it takes proper planning. We sat down with senior loan officer Brian Pawsat of Caliber home loans to talk about what he’s seeing for mortgage rates and down payments in 2018. We also picked his brain about the Northern Virginia real estate market. Mortgage rates They’re on […]
This is a question I get asked a lot. It comes from first time home buyers the most but, there are many buyers out there who wonder just how many homes they should see. The answer … there is no magic number. Sorry to disappoint but, there really isn’t a one size fits all number. […]
