Just like everywhere else in the U.S., Washington, D.C. has been through some serious ups and downs over the past six months as a result of COVID-19. Though many industries are suffering due to the pandemic and unemployment numbers are soaring, the real estate market in the D.C. Metro area is currently reporting higher than
Has COVID-19 Changed Home Buying Forever?
The truth is that the home buying process has been due for a big change long before anyone even heard of COVID-19. Many of the steps involved with buying a home had barely advanced at all in the last two decades. Sure, online property searches were a huge innovation 15 years ago. But, just about
4 Tools That Are Helping Buyers and Sellers Adjust to the COVID-19 Marketplace
Though it may be hard to find any silver lining in this pandemic, there are some ways it has changed the real estate industry for the better. While buyers and sellers have been ready for a more streamlined approach to the home buying process for a long time, many agents and brokers have been reluctant
4 Tips for Selling During a Pandemic
So much has changed in the world of residential real estate over the past that months that it seems important to cover the best ways to effectively handle this market as a home seller. Fortunately, we live in a time where information is so readily available we’re able to stay on top of the issues
Van Metre The Preserve at Westfields Community Spotlight
The value of the luxury townhomes at The Preserve at Westfields is immediately apparent. Featuring Van Metre’s Regatta Collection, this neighborhood offers a higher level of quality than you’ll find at almost any other community in the area. Luxury touches such as Monogram appliances, Kichler lighting, and KraftMaid Cabinetry are included in the Regatta Collection.
Purchasing a New Construction: Picking the Lot
When hunting for a new construction home it’s easy to get carried away with designing your space and forget about one of the most important decisions you’ll make during the process: picking the lot! Sure, this seems like a fairly basic step, but there’s actually a lot to consider when you’re choosing where your new
Purchasing a New Construction: Researching the Builder
As we’ve mentioned before, purchasing a new construction home is a great way to be able to design your home to have the exact look and feel you want it to. But before you start designing you need to research your builder. There are several ways to do this, and good news: none of these
Best Neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Part III: Silver Spring
Silver Spring has always been a prime location for families looking to put down roots close to D.C. The area’s proximity to the city and moderate home prices make it an easy choice for single individuals and growing families alike. In recent years Silver Spring has seen its own rejuvenation with the introduction of modern
Best Neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Part II: Rockville
Thanks for checking out this second installment of our best neighborhoods in Montgomery County series. This time we’ll be covering the beautifully green and walkable community of Rockville. Located just a bit further north-west of D.C. than Bethesda, Rockville is a great choice for anyone commuting into the city. More recently many Biomed and technology
Best Neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Part 1: Bethesda
Welcome to the first part of our three-part series on Montgomery County. If you’re considering Montgomery County as a place to call home you should check out our recent area analysis of this large and diverse area just outside of Washington D.C. As you know by now, the D.C. area is growing rapidly and dozens
