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Be Wary of Fluff in Listing Remarks Be Wary of Fluff in Listing Remarks

If you’ve ever searched for a home whether to buy or just seeing what’s out there, you’ve read the various remarks describing each property. And you may have noticed that some remarks/descriptions are more factual based while others are more descriptive... [Read more]

Thanks! Thanks!

There’s a lot for me to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. One of those things is you – those of you reading this post and my blog in general and past, current and future clients. You have taken time out of your day to read my blogs, make comments, provide feedback... [Read more]

Loudoun County News Affecting Home Buyers, Sellers

It’s been a pretty busy past week or so when it comes to news affecting Loudoun County home buyers and sellers.  In case you missed it, here’s a summary… Loudoun Board approves new metro rail deal – But the metro rail is still not set in stone…Loudoun... [Read more]

New Construction Homes vs Existing Homes

Many home buyers have questions about new construction homes versus existing homes. One such question was posted by David on Trulia’s Q&A section… New and used prices on comparable homes, in my area, are the same (Northern VA). Are there advantages of buying... [Read more]

Halloween Means Leftover Candy, Time to Winterize Your Home

It’s that dreaded day of the year…the day after Halloween when all of the leftover candy is saying, “Eat me!”, but your waist line is telling you to throw all of the candy away. I feel your pain. But it’s also the day when you should winterize... [Read more]

Curb Appeal – Setting the Tone, Attracting Home Buyers Curb Appeal – Setting the Tone, Attracting Home Buyers

Two important pieces of the marketing puzzle are web appeal and curb appeal. Getting both right is key to selling your home for top dollar in today’s market. I discussed web appeal in an earlier post entitled, “Web Appeal – Your Home’s First Impression... [Read more]

Mortgage Rates at Historical Lows, More Financing Options Mortgage Rates at Historical Lows, More Financing Options

If you haven’t heard the news, mortgage rates hit new historical lows this week. Depending on the area you’re in and your credit worthiness, mortgage rates are at 4 percent, if not under 4 percent. That’s just cheap money – plain and simple. Not only... [Read more]

Web Appeal – Your Home’s First Impression to Buyers Web Appeal – Your Home’s First Impression to Buyers

  Many factors go into selling your home, two of them being web appeal and curb appeal. In the first part of this two part series, we’re going to talk about web appeal. How important is web appeal? The COO of Zillow, Spencer Rascoff said it well in an article... [Read more]

Does Your Home’s Web and Curb Appeal Get an A+? It had better.

There are many pieces to the puzzle when selling your home in today’s market. Two of them are web appeal and curb appeal. Both are extremely important and should be a main focus when selling your home. If either are not done well, you may turn away potential buyers... [Read more]

Free Capital Home Show Tickets!

Want to go to the Capital Home Show this week? Is money tight? Don’t worry…I gotcha covered! I have tickets to the Capital Home Show which I am giving away for free to clients and LoudounScene.com and LoudounForeclosures.com readers. “Nothing in life is... [Read more]

Buyer Resources

Buyer Resources

Thinking about buying a home? Check out the Buyer Resources section of Loudoun Scene. You’ll find several years worth of posts filled with information, resources and tips to... 

New Construction Homes vs Existing Homes

Many home buyers have questions about new construction homes versus existing homes. One such question was posted by David on Trulia’s Q&A section… New and used prices... 

Reason #55 Why Using the Right Lender is So Important

There are many reasons why using the right lender/loan officer is important. Let me rephrase that…VERY IMPORTANT! And here is reason #55… This comes from Allison, a home... 

Sub-$300K Loudoun Housing Market Remains Hot Sub-$300K Loudoun Housing Market Remains Hot

The $300K or less housing market in Loudoun County continues to be hot. Properties in this price point are often selling within days and buyers are rushing to see the properties and... 

A Double Bottom in the Loudoun County Housing Market A Double Bottom in the Loudoun County Housing Market

There is going to be a double bottom in the Loudoun County housing market. No…not could. It is going to happen. And it’s happening already. The first bottom in the Loudoun... 

When Does the “Spring Housing Market” Start? When Does the “Spring Housing Market” Start?

Many sellers and buyers are waiting until Spring for the “Spring housing market” to sell their home or buy one. But when does the “Spring housing market” really... 

More buyer resources

Seller Resources

Seller Resources

Thinking about selling your house? Check out the Seller Resources section of Loudoun Scene. You’ll find information, resources and tips on everything from market conditions... 

Curb Appeal – Setting the Tone, Attracting Home Buyers Curb Appeal – Setting the Tone, Attracting Home Buyers

Two important pieces of the marketing puzzle are web appeal and curb appeal. Getting both right is key to selling your home for top dollar in today’s market. I discussed web appeal... 

Web Appeal – Your Home’s First Impression to Buyers Web Appeal – Your Home’s First Impression to Buyers

  Many factors go into selling your home, two of them being web appeal and curb appeal. In the first part of this two part series, we’re going to talk about web appeal. How... 

Does Your Home’s Web and Curb Appeal Get an A+? It had better.

There are many pieces to the puzzle when selling your home in today’s market. Two of them are web appeal and curb appeal. Both are extremely important and should be a main focus... 

Can You Handle The Truth? Can You Handle The Truth?

Most, if not all people say they want truth and honesty from others whether it be personally or in business. But not all people can actually handle the truth. This is especially true... 

Sub-$300K Loudoun Housing Market Remains Hot Sub-$300K Loudoun Housing Market Remains Hot

The $300K or less housing market in Loudoun County continues to be hot. Properties in this price point are often selling within days and buyers are rushing to see the properties and... 

More seller resources