2021 is definitely a great year for home sellers. Everything seems to be going their way. Homes are selling for well over the listed price and are usually only on the market for a few days. But there are still things sellers need to be aware of in this kind of whirlwind real estate market.
How to Tell If We’re Heading toward a Market Shift
For the better part of the last decade we’ve been in a seller’s market, and each year this seller’s market has gotten stronger. Even during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the U.S. real estate market reached record sale and sale price numbers despite the fact that the country was experiencing the worst
Is 2021 a Good Year to Buy a Rental Property?
In a market as hot as the one we’re experiencing, does it make sense to buy a rental property? The simple answer is, yes, as long as the numbers make sense for you. Just like purchasing a rental property in any other market, it all comes down to the potential profitability of the property and
Three Things Buyers Should Do To Compete In This Market
We all know that a strong seller’s market can be very frustrating for buyers. You can submit a perfect offer in a market like this and still lose out. Believe it or not, a buyer could win or lose in these situations way before they even submit that offer. So, today we’re going to discuss
The Ridings at North Branch Model Home Overview
Conveniently located between the three major metro areas, The Ridings at North Branch offers so much more than just an easy commute to work. This Toll Brothers community, located in Gambrills, Maryland, features scenic half-acre lots, walking trails, and lush outdoor living spaces. The design options offered by Toll Brothers in this community are unlike
Something for Everyone: A Survey of Generational Design Trends for 2016
This year is poised to be a big one for building and real estate! All signs point to the largest annual increase in new home construction since 2006, with a particularly unique population of buyers changing the face (literally) of the national housing market. Three generations will have the largest impact on sales this year,
‘Choices Galore’ From the Region’s Finest Homebuilders, Planned and Active Adult Communities
The Washington, D.C., area is home to more homebuilders than almost any other large metropolitan area. That’s critical for homeshoppers because it translates to choices, lots and lots of choices, as you prepare to make one of the biggest purchases of your life. You’ll find builders and communities of every shape and size here. National
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Home Loans 101: The Basics of Borrowing for a New Home
For most, buying a home means borrowing money from the builder, a bank or another financial institution. This borrowed money is known as your “mortgage.” A variety of mortgage programs are available, with varying loan terms and interest rates, so it pays to understand what you’re getting into. For context, a typical home loan is 30
Why Everyone Should Evaluate Schools Before Choosing a New Home
You might be looking for a new home in a better school district. Or it might not be an issue for your family. Either way, schools should play a big part in any homebuying decision. These days, parents and children aren’t the only ones who may feel the lasting effects of a school’s reputation. Your
