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Compass #1 Brokerage
Compass is #1! We are pleased to share that – for the second year in a row – as of the end of 2022, Compass remains the LARGEST brokerage in the United States in terms of closed sales volume (RealTrends 3/9/23).
Selling Tips for Best Return
Selling your home can be an exciting and emotional experience, but it’s important to remember that it’s also a business transaction. To get the best return on your investment, it might be necessary to add value to your home before putting it on the market. Here are some strategies to help you do just that:
Washington DC’s Hot Markets
Washington, D.C. is a dynamic and growing city that has seen a great deal of change in recent years. Whether you’re looking to buy a home in the city or surrounding suburbs, invest in a rental property, or simply learn more about the city’s real estate trends, it’s important to stay informed about the current market conditions.
Important Information Regarding Real Estate Tax Assessments
This is an important post addressing the latest real estate tax assessments in Montgomery County. The new assessment cycle has just started and notifications were sent out in December 2022 for the next fiscal year which begins July 1, 2023. If you own a property, you probably already received it.
Beyond the Kennedy Center
Next time you’re looking for a night out to the theater, be sure to check out one of these local venues.
9 Great Restaurants in DC
Washington DC is known as a “foodie city,” full of world-renowned chefs and award winning restaurants.
Neighborhood Spotlight: Park View
After living here for the last two years, I’ll let you in on a little secret. Park View is the most underrated neighborhood in the district.
Our Local Real Estate Market is Not Slowing Down
Our local real estate market is not slowing down – even with rising inflation, rising interest rates, fears of global oil or wheat shortages, or fears of a global conflict.
The Question on Everyone’s Mind: Is This Sustainable?
It is no surprise that the current real estate market can be summed up in two words – CRAZY HOT. We saw property values (mainly of detached homes) begin to climb shortly after the initial shock of the COVID-19 pandemic (May 2020) and that trend hasn’t stopped since.
Meet the Neighborhood: Spring Valley
Even though Spring Valley is located within DC’s city lines the neighborhood has a very suburban feel.
Ask the Experts - Bethesda Magazine Review
Recently, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Bethesda Magazine for their “Ask the Home Experts” section. Below is a segment that I hope you will find helpful!
Why Spring is a Good Time to Be a Seller
It’s winter! It’s cold and miserable outside, the days are short, snow is everywhere and all you want to do is go home and snuggle by the fireplace! Home buying? For most people, it can wait…