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 ...
Continue ReadingThere’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: ...
Continue ReadingThinking 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 ...
Continue ReadingThe Home Demand Index (HDI) for the Washington D.C. metro area is at 92 in the latest report, up from 88 last month. This month-over-month increase breaks a five-month streak of consecutive declines, suggesting a potential stabilization in buyer activity. Compared with last year’s index of 88, demand remains slightly ...
Continue ReadingAfter a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same. More Homes Will Sell With ...
Continue ReadingDownsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here’s a trend worth paying attention to: More homeowners are buying their next house outright, without taking on ...
Continue Reading9/29/25 Update: UNDER CONTRACT! We were happy to have 21 showings over just two days and the seller received multiple offers over the list price. Preparation and presentation make all the difference. MOVE-IN READY!!! Meticulously Maintained Home in CountrySide, Sterling, VA. This beautifully cared-for 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers space ...
Continue ReadingMortgage Rates Just Saw Their Biggest Drop in a Year You’ve been waiting for what feels like forever for mortgage rates to finally budge. And last week, they did – in a big way. On Friday, September 5th, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to the lowest level since ...
Continue ReadingWhat Everyone’s Getting Wrong About the Rise in New Home Inventory You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash. And if you lived through the crash back in 2008, seeing new construction is up again may feel a little scary. ...
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