Your Move
We all understand that moving to a new home is stressful, but for a pet – who just doesn’t understand – moving can be extremely confusing and riddled with anxiety. There are ways, however, to help the process of moving go considerably smoother for your four-legged friends, from choosing a new pet-friendly home to transporting… Continue
One great thing about living in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia is that overall, local school systems achieve high ratings. A state-by-state performance comparison by U.S. News and World Report ranks Maryland’s school systems at #5 in the nation, Virginia at #11, and D.C. at #16. These rankings are calculated based on the proportion of… Continue
So you’re ready to buy your first house? Owning a place of your own is an exciting – and wise – prospect! But the road leading to homeownership can seem daunting: twists and turns and mountains to climb before you’re comfortably settled into “home, sweet home!” Here’s a roadmap for the savvy homebuyer: 1. Know… Continue
It’s time to sell your home, and you’re weighing the pros and cons of using a REALTOR. After all, if you sell it yourself, won’t you save money by not having to pay the listing agent’s commission? Not so fast! The benefits of using an agent are numerous and this value usually outweighs the commission… Continue
The DMV area is home to several major military bases – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines – with many on-base housing options. However, for those families who choose to live off-base, there are loads of alternatives. Here’s a brief overview of some of the areas that surround Andrews Airforce Base, Fort Belvoir, and Fort Meade. … Continue
Real estate transactions are among the biggest financial exchanges homeowners encounter in their lives. If you’re preparing to sell your home, you’ll want to get the biggest return on this investment possible, so it’s important to position yourself – and your home – in the best light. Here are ten common mistakes that translate into… Continue
If you’re part of a military family and you hear the words “orders” or “PCS” (Permanent Change of Station), chances are, your anxiety goes up a notch and your mental preparation — if not actual packing — begins. “Military families face a lot of challenges when PCSing or even making their final location decisions after… Continue
Timing is everything for the best chances of success when selling your home. While there are some objective, good fiscal reasons to sell, there are also subjective personal reasons that can be equally as important. Here are some factors you should consider before listing your home. Spring Seasonally speaking, the spring market is the most popular… Continue
Connecting with a real estate investor can expedite your home’s sale, but buyers beware! We’ve all seen the little signs on the side of the road: “We buy houses!” Most of us view them with skepticism — “Clearly this is a gimmick, someone looking to make a quick buck at my expense.” While these sketchy-looking… Continue
If your family is facing a PCS (Permanent Change of Station) to the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area, you have a lot of decisions to make. The D.C. Metropolitan region has several military installations, each with distinct on- and off-base communities. One of the biggest decisions you may face when relocating to one of these… Continue
