Buying and selling tips, local market updates, and guides — added over time.
The Fed's first rate hike since 2023 pushed mortgage rates near 7.2%, right as local inventory hit a new high for the year. What it means for buyers and sellers.
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Every county in our area starts September with more homes on the market than last year. Here's what that means for buyers and sellers this fall.
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Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William have all lost thousands of students since 2022. Here's what it means if you're buying or selling here.
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Six school systems, six different first days. Here's what that means if you're buying, selling, or timing a move around the school calendar.
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Free, family-friendly, and a great excuse to get outside — the Leesburg Festival of Crafts & Kites hits Ida Lee Park this Saturday.
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A new bill in Congress would let some homeowners take their mortgage rate with them when they move. Here's the pros, cons, and where it stands.
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The lake, the schools, the commute, and what homes are actually selling for in this Prince William County community.
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A weak July jobs report shifted Fed expectations and pulled rates lower over the weekend. Here's what changed and why.
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Skipping the commission sounds like an easy way to keep more money. Here's what the data actually shows.
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Financing basics, Virginia down payment assistance programs, closing costs, and what makes this market different.
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The 28/36 rule, current mortgage rates, and the costs first-time and move-up buyers often forget to budget for.
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What the data really shows about how much staging and pro photography can move your sale price and days on market.
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When you list can be almost as important as how you price. Here's what the data shows for this market.
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