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Resilience

I recently attended a keynote presentation by former NLF player Julius Thomas who has consistently overcome adversity through his life. I found his message on resilience and the importance of believing in oneself relevant. In my busin...

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DMV Real Estate Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: January 20, 2025

Happy MLK day folks. Hope you are staying warm out there. Slowly but surely new listings are continuing their upward trend as we head into the Spring market. We like to say it kicks off after the Super Bowl. In the meantime bu...

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How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment

Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected. So, you shouldn't try to time the market. Instead, it's better to focus on how even a small change impacts your future mortgage payme...

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Strategy For Real Estate Success

Strategy For Real Estate Success

Strategy matters. As a professional who has seen many of the curve balls that can be thrown at you in real estate, I have found coming up with a strategy before you take a home to market or before you start touring homes lays the proper ...

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What To Save for When Buying a Home

Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be. By understanding the costs you may encounter upfront, you can take control of the process. Here are just a few things experts say you should...

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Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? The best way to get that information is to lean on the pros. Experts are constantly updating an...

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DMV Market Update

DMV Weekly Market Update: January 13, 2025

New listings are trending up as folks are getting dug out and getting back to their regular routines. How about you? Have any questions about the overall market or how things are trending in your neighborhood? Remember, I am here...

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Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market

Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait? There’s a lot to consider, from what’s happening in the market to your changing needs. But generally speaking, aiming to time the market isn’t a good strategy – the...

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