It’s been a solid couple of years since the housing market and inventory threw us for a loop. But while building supply issues have leveled out and much of our world has returned to normal (or a new normal, at least), housing inventory remains a frequent topic in the media. So where does the housing
5 Ways to Stretch Your Dollar When Buying a Home in the DMV
Buying a home anywhere in the recent market can be challenging, but searching in the DMV, one of the nation’s most notoriously expensive real estate markets, comes with extra cost considerations for many. Get a great home by stretching your dollar further with these tips. 1. Expand your radius This is a bit of common
The Growing Appeal of Loudoun County
Fifty years ago, a drive through Loudoun County, Virginia, would have greeted you with views of sprawling fields and open country. Today, you’ll find an area that remains rich in history, filled with a variety of shops, amenities, neighborhoods, and even direct connectivity to Washington, D.C., via greenways and the metro system. It may no
City Ridge: D.C.’s Newest Neighborhood
Nestled into D.C.’s Northwest corridor lies City Ridge, a highly anticipated 10 acre mixed-use community of exceptional apartment homes with stunning views, exciting retail and restaurants and innovative office tenants. Along the bustling Wisconsin Avenue, City Ridge comprises 690 apartment homes in total, each with access to a variety of on-site features, including the Great
5 Things You’ll Love About Your New Construction Home
Getting a new house is exciting, and moving into a new construction home is sublime. Any time you have a home new to you, you’re sure to have lots of initial excitement and find plenty to love. But there are just some things about new construction that can’t be beaten. Here are just five of
Townhome-style Residences in Eckington, DC
City Homes, a newly completed collection of 45 spacious townhome-style residences, is perfectly situated within Eckington, a historic enclave in Washington, D.C. Known for its idyllic Victorian rowhomes and beautiful tree-lined streets, Eckington is one of Washington D.C.’s oldest and most iconic neighborhoods – undergoing a significant transformation. Developed by Grosvenor, an international property group
5 Things to Know if You’re Starting Your Home Search in 2022
In 2021, we saw the housing market do some crazy things. Inventory remained low, while buyers—both those moving to the DMV and relocating within it—remained high. Pricing reached unpredictable highs, and the competition for a ratified contract was unfathomable. The housing shortage is still going strong throughout the nation, but the market has shifted a
5 Kitchen Trends to Follow
Of all the rooms in your home, few receive more traffic than your kitchen. Let’s do the math: assuming you’re home to eat an average of two meals a day; that in itself is 10 meals a week. Multiply that times 2.5 people in the household, times 50 weeks per year, and that’s 1,250 trips
5 Things We Saw in 2021 From Builders We Love
The past year was filled with challenges—some-more expected than others—and the home construction market was no exception. Supply chain issues caused shortages throughout the world, some of which (like wood) impacted home builders and buyers alike through supply and associated price jumps. Despite the challenges, builders continued to do their best to deliver quality construction
Inventory is Low, but What Should You Really Compromise on?
While the market has settled slightly since the summer 2021 peak, inventory throughout the DMV and country remains slim. Nationwide active listings have declined by more than 20 percent and as we approach winter, a traditionally lower inventory time of year, it’s unlikely the listing rate will surge anytime soon. The good news is the
