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Debunking common misconceptions about downsizing

July 27, 2023 · Tips

Essential summer maintenance tips to keep your home in great shape

July 27, 2023 · Tips

Achieving work-life balance in a post-COVID hybrid world

July 27, 2023 · Tips

Navigating inflation's impact on the 2023 housing market: Strategies for overcoming rising prices

July 27, 2023 · Tips

Qualifying for a mortgage with student debt

May 4, 2023 · Tips

Benefits of living in an HOA

May 4, 2023 · Tips

5 ways maintaining your home can help keep it's value

March 29, 2023 · Tips

How does getting a vacation home work?

March 29, 2023 · Tips

Deed vs Deed of Trust

February 14, 2023 · Tips

Co-op vs Condo vs Townhouse

February 14, 2023 · Tips

5 Ways to Set Goals for the New Year

January 3, 2023 · Tips

Is a Surveyor Worth the Investment for a Town Home Purchase?

January 3, 2023 · Tips

Check Out These Four Awesome Fall Activities That Won't Break the Bank!

November 4, 2022 · Tips

The 7 Mistakes Homebuyers Make During Underwriting That Delay the Process

October 4, 2022 · Tips

Married. Now What? Breaking Down The Real Estate Options for Newly Weds

October 4, 2022 · Tips

9 Things to Consider When Choosing a Home

October 4, 2022 · Tips

A Fresh Perspective on the 2022-2023 Housing Market

September 6, 2022 · Tips

Are We in A Buyer's Market? Unpacking the 2022 Housing Market

August 2, 2022 · Tips

If You Are Considering Home Solar Panels, Here Are a Few Things You Should Know

August 2, 2022 · Tips

Why You Should Wait on Big Purchases Until after You've Bought a Home

June 1, 2022 · Tips

8 Things You Should Include in Your Final Walkthrough Checklist

June 1, 2022 · Tips

What Should You Do Now That Your Offer Has Been Accepted?

May 3, 2022 · Tips

Earnest Money: What You Need to Know About before You Put Money on an Offer

April 1, 2022 · Tips

The Federal Reserve Is Making Moves, What Does This Mean for a 2022 Mortgage?

February 7, 2022 · Tips

Starter Smart Home: 6 Small Ways to Make Your House "Smart"

February 7, 2022 · Tips

6 Tips to Help You Achieve Winter Home Safety

January 4, 2022 · Tips

10 Ways to Freshen up Your Home in the New Year

January 4, 2022 · Tips

Five Ways Switching Jobs Can Derail the Home Buying Process

December 2, 2021 · Tips

Maintenance Tips to Enjoy the Full Value of Your Garage

November 3, 2021 · Tips

5 Top Questions You Should Ask Yourself before Deciding How Big of a Home You Need

November 3, 2021 · Tips

Safety Protocols for Family and Friends Getting Together Over the Holidays

November 3, 2021 · Tips

Visual Cues A House is in Good Condition

October 4, 2021 · Tips

Reasons to Move to South Carolina

October 4, 2021 · Tips

Why am I getting a real estate tax bill if my mortgage escrows for taxes and insurance?

October 4, 2021 · Tips

What Do Low Rates Actually Mean?

September 1, 2021 · Tips

Adding Value to Your Home with Exterior Additions

August 2, 2021 · Tips

7 Tips to Get Your Lawn Ready for Fall

August 2, 2021 · Tips

Adding Value to Your Home with 5 Improvement Ideas

July 1, 2021 · Tips

How Do You Maintain a Vacation Rental Home?

July 1, 2021 · Tips

The Housing Market in Delaware

July 1, 2021 · Tips

Benefits of Buying a Second Home

July 1, 2021 · Tips

Why is the Housing Market So Competitive Right Now?

June 1, 2021 · Tips

The Do's and Don'ts of Buying a Home

June 1, 2021 · Tips

The Benefits of Adding a Cover Letter to Your Home Offer

June 1, 2021 · Tips

Protect Yourself from Harmful Lending: 8 Red Flags to Consider

March 2, 2021 · Tips

Negotiating Successfully with Sellers

March 2, 2021 · Tips

How Your Loan Officer Works with Your Realtor

December 1, 2020 · Tips

Should You Pay Your Mortgage off Fully Before Heading into Retirement?

December 1, 2020 · Tips

Why Move to Annapolis, Maryland?

December 1, 2020 · Tips

Tips for Building Equity in Your Home

December 1, 2020 · Tips

How to Safely Find Your Perfect Home During the COVID-19 Pandemic

November 2, 2020 · Tips

Everything to Know About Prince George's County, Maryland

October 5, 2020 · Tips

Differences Between Buying A House Yourself and Acquiring One with Your Partner

October 5, 2020 · Tips

5 Questions for New Real Estate Investors

September 1, 2020 · Tips

Seven Activities for Kids to Make the Most of Summer at Home

August 3, 2020 · Tips

Why Fall is the Best Time to Buy a House

August 3, 2020 · Tips

Creating Your Ideal Work-from-Home Environment

July 1, 2020 · Tips

Why now is the perfect time to save for a home

May 1, 2020 · Tips

Dealing with your Mortgage Payments During a Furlough or Layoff

May 1, 2020 · Tips

What is a Mortgage Forbearance Agreement?

May 1, 2020 · Tips

How to Properly Sanitize and Disinfect Your Home to Kill COVID-19 Germs

April 1, 2020 · Tips

The Economy Now: COVID-19

April 1, 2020 · Tips

Three Things to Consider When Determining How Much House You Can Afford

April 1, 2020 · Tips

4 Tips for Retaining The Value of Your Home

April 1, 2020 · Tips

Top 6 Benefits of Living In a Condo vs an Apartment

February 10, 2020 · Tips

Benefits of Going with a Direct Lender with In-House Loan Processing and Underwriting vs a Mortgage

January 2, 2020 · Tips

What Is An Appraisal Waiver And Is It Right For Me?

November 12, 2019 · Tips

Advice on Disputing Errors on Your Credit Report

June 5, 2019 · Tips

What is Mortgage Insurance?

May 23, 2019 · Tips

What is a Non-Qualified Mortgage Loan?

May 9, 2019 · Tips

How Amazon Moving to the DC Metro Area Will Affect the Housing Market

March 5, 2019 · Tips

Reasons to Become a Landlord

March 5, 2019 · Tips

What Could Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate? Part 2: Personal Factors

February 6, 2019 · Tips

5 Questions All Listing Agents Should Ask Lender's About The Buyer's Pre-Qualifications

February 6, 2019 · Tips

Making Sure Your Tax Return Leads to a Smooth Home Buying Process

January 4, 2019 · Tips

Three Most Important Numbers to Consider for a Mortgage Application

January 4, 2019 · Tips

What Could Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate Part 1?

January 4, 2019 · Tips

Ready to Buy: Should it be a Condo or Home?

December 6, 2018 · Tips

Tips to Improve your Credit Score

December 6, 2018 · Tips

What Does Loan-to-Value Ratio Mean for a Mortgage?

November 7, 2018 · Tips

What You Need to Know About Home Equity Lines of Credit

November 7, 2018 · Tips

What Is A Mortgage Credit Certificate?

September 4, 2018 · Tips

9 Benefits of Owning a Vacation Home

September 4, 2018 · Tips

Owning vs. Renting: The 5 Benefits of Home Ownership

July 13, 2018 · Tips

6 Reasons Why Summer Is A Great Time To Buy A Home

July 13, 2018 · Tips

What the Increase in Interest Rates Means for Mortgages

April 5, 2018 · Tips

Apps and the Mortgage Process: Should I Talk to a Mortgage Lender?

April 5, 2018 · Tips

Owning a Vacation Home: Investing in Your Future

April 5, 2018 · Tips

How to Get Your Home Ready for Spring

March 8, 2018 · Tips

What is a Real Estate Assessment and How Does It Affect Me?

March 8, 2018 · Tips

5 Things You Need to Know About Transfer Taxes

March 8, 2018 · Tips

The Financial Do's and Don'ts of Buying a Home

March 8, 2018 · Tips

5 Reasons to Finance with a Private Mortgage Lender

February 6, 2018 · Tips

8 Perks of Owning Versus Renting a Home

February 6, 2018 · Tips

5 Best Tips for Managing Your Money in 2018

January 2, 2018 · Tips

Top Tips When Shopping For a New Home

January 2, 2018 · Tips

Things you Need to Know Before you Freeze your Credit

December 4, 2017 · Tips

How Might Proposed Tax Reforms Affect Housing Markets?

December 4, 2017 · Tips

Home Preservation Tips for the Harsh Winter Months

December 4, 2017 · Tips

Store Credit Cards: What You Need to Know

December 4, 2017 · Tips

Tips for Furnishing Your First Home

November 3, 2017 · Tips

Five Ways To Pay Off Your Home Sooner

November 3, 2017 · Tips

Do I need Flood Insurance Or am I Already Covered?

October 4, 2017 · Tips

Moving? Check Out Potential School Districts

October 4, 2017 · Tips

Recently Engaged? Here's How to Begin Budgeting as a Couple

October 4, 2017 · Tips

Alexandria's Heart - Enjoy Old Town

October 4, 2017 · Tips

The Significance of your Credit Rating

September 14, 2017 · Tips

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