Though indications point to an even stronger market U.S. real estate market in 2021, and most experts agree this year will see growth in both home sales and prices, there are a few unknowns that may threaten this market. After all, the housing crisis of 2008 caught many people in and outside the industry off
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
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
Purchasing a New Construction: Choosing the Builder
Finding the right builder for your new construction home is a huge part of the puzzle. If you’ve just started your search you may be seeing many similar-looking houses, and you could be thinking they’re all alike, so what does it matter which one you choose—it matters a lot. How you judge and choose a
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
Purchasing a New Construction: From Picking the Lot to Moving In
If you’ve read Purchasing a New Construction: First Steps, you know the first—and most important—part of the process is choosing an experienced realtor to have on your side. It’s fine to go out with the family on weekends to preview new construction communities, but don’t sign anything (or give out your contact information) without first
Build Your Dream Home: New Construction or Remodeling?
Undoubtedly, a major reason you would choose new construction is the ability to build a dream home. Rather than adjusting expectations to fit a space, you build a space that matches your expectations. In today’s market, the options for style, size, and price point are vast and continue to grow. For example, in the same
