Categories for Buyer Advice

What’s Happening With Interest Rates?

Over the last few months we have seen an increase in interest rates, but there is no need to panic or give up on your dream of moving.  Historically, we still have very low rates that make buying a home affordable.   If you have been considering upsizing, downsizing or ...

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First-Time Buyer Seminar

Homebuyer Seminar March 9, 2017 Please join us for a no pressure, no sales pitch seminar where you can learn from industry experts about the home buying process. This FREE seminar is a great way to ask questions of lenders, REALTORS, and Settlement agents to gain insight on what you ...

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How To Make An Offer

You’ve done the research.  You’ve been pre-approved by a lender,  you hired an agent and you’ve looked at lots of homes.  What do you need in order to make an offer on the home you fell in love with? COMPS: Your agent will look at previous sales and active properties in ...

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Home Buyer Seminar – Jan 18 – Ashburn

Homebuyer Seminar January 18, 2017 Please join us for a no pressure, no sales pitch seminar where you can learn from industry experts about the home buying process. This FREE seminar is a great way to ask questions of lenders, REALTORS, and Settlement agents to gain insight on what you really ...

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Not a Salesperson

I love working with buyers.  The excitement and anticipation of finding a new home is something I get caught up in with each and everyone one of my clients. Believe it or not, it is just as exciting for me as it is for my buyers.  And it is not because ...

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Buying a Fixer Upper? There’s a Loan for That

Did you know that there are loan programs that allow you to finance repairs or updates to a home that you want to purchase or refinance?  This is great for buyers who are considering a property that will need some work but they don’t have the cash on hand for the ...

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Why Do I Have to Sign That?

Buyer Agency Agreement – Virginia Law You’ve been browsing for homes online for awhile and now are ready to buy.  One day while you are looking at properties online, you see one that you REALLY want to see in person.  So you call a real estate agent from the website and ...

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