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How Rent-Backs Work: Sell Now, Move Later

If you’re thinking about selling your home but worried about lining up your move, you’re not alone. One of the most common questions I hear is: “What if my home sells before I’m ready to move out?” A rent-back agreement (also called a “post-settlement occupancy agreement”) can give you the breathing room ...

Living In CountrySide, Sterling, VA

Why So Many Love Calling This Sterling, VA Community Home If you’re looking for a neighborhood that blends convenience, natural beauty, and a true sense of community, it’s hard to beat CountrySide in Sterling, Virginia. I’ve lived here for over two decades, and after helping more than 70 neighbors buy and ...

Is a 50-Year Mortgage a Good Idea?

There’s growing talk of 50-year mortgages being introduced in the U.S. — a move that could make monthly payments more affordable but also stretch your loan into a lifetime commitment. So, is it a good idea? Let’s break it down using a real-world example. Comparing 30-Year vs. 50-Year Mortgages Scenario: $700,000 home, ...

How to Sweeten an Offer without Raising the Price

If you’re making an offer on a property, obviously the price you go in at plays a big role in whether or not you get that home. That’s especially true when there are other competing offers. However, while the price is important, it’s not the only factor. There are other ...

3 Things to Know Before Selling Your Home in Sterling, VA

Thinking about selling your home in Sterling, VA? The market has changed. For the first time in years, we’re seeing more inventory, homes taking a bit longer to sell, and fewer active buyers than in the height of the pandemic boom. It’s not a bad market — it’s a balanced ...

Top 5 Pizza Places in Sterling, VA

If you live in or around Sterling, VA and you’re looking for great pizza these are five local spots worth checking out. Sterling has a nice mix of wood-fired, New York–style, and family-friendly pizza — here are the standouts. 1. The Don’s Wood-Fired Pizza (Southbank St) This is the “I want really ...

Buying A Home In Winter

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Home in the Off-Season When most people think about buying a home, they picture spring and summer — the “peak” real estate seasons. The weather is warm, lawns are green, and inventory is high. But what about fall and winter? While often labeled the ...

Selling Your Home In Winter

How to Prepare Your Home for a Winter Sale Selling your home in the winter might sound challenging, but it can actually be a smart move. With fewer listings on the market and more serious buyers searching, your home has a great chance to stand out — if it’s presented the ...

Monitoring Devices for Seniors

The 2020s may become known as the decade in which we re-evaluated our homes, and found ways to make them better serve our needs. Part of that assessment has already begun, especially amongst seniors who desire greater independence and want to continue to enjoy comfortable, productive lives in their own ...