Want to know details on the current rental market? Rent prices are and have been increasing just like home sale prices. Demand for rentals is higher than the supply. Let’s take a look at 3 bedroom rents and the price increase since last year: Alexandria $2,744 up 7% Manassas $3,437 up 63% Arlington $3,392 up […]
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It’s still a great time to buy a home in Northern Virginia! Rates may seem high, but historically, they really are not. The average mortgage rate from 1971-2021 was 7.78%. Current 30 year rate is 5% which is still lower than the 50 year average. Are you thinking of buying a home? Let’s chat and
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2021 was a crazy year & one of the hottest markets in history. 2022 will continue to be a sellers’ market for sure, due to inventory shortage. Price increases are not expected to be what they were in 2021, more towards a normal rate but fir the month of January offers are being made well
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iBuyer vs. Realtor comes down to one main focus. Do you need convenience or prefer more money? Convenience has a cost.
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Starter homes are hard to come by in Northern Virginia, is it the death of the starter home? Starter homes are so hard to come by in Northern Virginia. It is truly such a bummer that the starter home is not what it once was. There is no real definition of a starter home but
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Many home buyers in the Northern Virginia area have halted their search. Bidding wars have eased and homes are on the market longer. Realtor magazine has reported that 4 in 10 home buyers said they have stopped looking. The top reasons were that the market was too intimidating and they have lost out too many
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Inventory is still super low, buyer demand fell but is creeping up again. Still a good time to sell. If you are thinking about selling, let’s chat about your plans and the market! #lisajoyrealtor #lisajoyrealtor
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If you’re seriously considering selling but still want to make improvements while you’re still living there, let me make two important suggestions. Stay neutral in style: No one wants to rip out home improvements that are obviously recent but don’t meet their personal tastes. Any changes you make should play to the largest possible audience. Consider
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With the recent stock market volatility, you may be looking for opportunities to diversify and protect your investment portfolio against the dips and the potential for inflation. Over the long term, real estate provides steady appreciation and is usually an excellent investment response to inflation. Savvy consumers are becoming increasingly interested in owning property to
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Low housing inventory and appreciation! Before the coronavirus crisis began, the U.S. housing market was already low on the supply of homes available for sale. These levels remain low, causing more competition and less time on the market for the homes that are for sale. In addition, home prices have steadily risen, as reported recently
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