In the current age of wildly popular home improvement shows, so many of us have clear ideas in our heads about what makes a house a home. When we’re selling a home, we want to tap into buyers’ dreams. A significant part of that is figuring out what makes a house look and feel like “home” to someone walking in for the first time. As staging professionals know, the right details can add tons of ... Continue Reading

When it comes to combining natural beauty with sought-after amenities, it’s hard to beat Western Loudoun. With its rolling hills, gorgeous farmland and woodlands and fabulous housing options, the county’s west end has it all. In the last year, buyers have flocked to this Blue Ridge oasis, which offers the best of both rural and suburban life. Here’s a look at what makes Western Loudoun unique--and ... Continue Reading

When we’re fixing up our home with selling it in mind, return on investment is the top priority. We’re not necessarily making the changes we’d want for our family. Instead, we focus on upgrades that will impact buyers and allow us to raise the listing price. Of course, the picture is different in a hot seller’s market. There’s no need to go nuts on improvements when you’re looking for a fast ... Continue Reading

It’s a bittersweet feeling for families when the last child leaves the nest. For many parents, the big question becomes--now what? And when we have a spacious house like so many Northern Virginia families, we may also ask ourselves whether we really need so much room. In today’s hot seller’s market, more and more couples ask themselves whether downsizing makes sense. And in many cases, the answer ... Continue Reading

Most of us are aware that the real estate market in Northern Virginia is scorching in 2021. According to Realtor.com, the median home price in Loudoun County has gone up 11.5 percent over last year. It’s leading to epic bidding wars and sale prices well above asking. If you have a relocation plan, there’s no doubt that it’s an excellent time to sell. But do you need an agent in a hot market, or ... Continue Reading

If you live in Loudoun County, you know the real estate market is hot, hot, hot. We’ve seen just about everything under the sun this spring: houses selling in 24 hours, crazy bidding wars and offers on homes that aren’t even on the market. Housing prices are up all over Northern Virginia, and Loudoun is in high demand. In short, it’s a tough time to be a buyer and a terrific time to be a seller. ... Continue Reading