Locked-in Effect
The “Locked-in Effect”Biggest reason people are not moving today. If they bought or refinanced in 2020/2021 they don’t want to or can’t let go of the interest rate they...
Market questions
The 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays,...
Planning to sell in 2026? Start the prep now
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Selling your home in Woodbridge, VA-What you need to know before you list
selling your home in woodbridge, VA-what you need to know before you list Thinking about selling your Woodbridge VA home? Learn expert tips on pricing, prepping, and marketing your...
2026 Housing Market Outlook
2026 housing market outlook After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert...
Sellers Don’t Make This Mistake-Unrealistic pricing
Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move
Why October is the best time to buy a home in 2025
If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, now’s the time to lean in. It’s officially the best time to buy this year. According to Realtor.com, this October will have...
why now may be a key 2025 moment to sell your house
Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand picked up considerably once mortgage...
Top 7 date night ideas in prince william county
Top 7 Date Night Ideas in Prince William County Sunset Picnic at Leesylvania State ParkPack a basket, spread out a blanket, and enjoy waterfront views of the Potomac as the...
Top neighborhoods in Woodbridge, va for first time home buyers
Top neighborhoods in Woodbridge VA
Northern Virginia Real Estate Update! End of summer
🏡 Northern Virginia Real Estate Update: Late Summer Market Trends & Tips As we head into the last stretch of summer, the Northern Virginia real estate market is showing...
Ways your home can generate passive income
Surprising Ways Your Home Can Generate Passive Income Your home isn’t just where you live – it’s a potential source of passive income that can boost your finances. Here...
How to budget for homeownership
Becoming a homeowner is an exciting milestone, but it takes thoughtful financial planning. With evolving market trends, budgeting for homeownership in 2025 is essential. Here’s how to get started....
How to Sell Your Home Fast and for Top Dollar
While the average time on the market varies significantly by region and neighborhood, by following these key steps, you can shorten that timeline while still getting top dollar. Price...
Homeownership with an HOA
NAVIGATING HOMEOWNERSHIP WITH AN HOA If you’re considering buying a home in a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA), you’re not alone. HOAs are common, offering a structured...
How to budget for homeownership in 2025
Becoming a homeowner is an exciting milestone, but it takes thoughtful financial planning. With evolving market trends, budgeting for homeownership in 2025 is essential. Here’s how to get started....
Wonderful time to Buy (or sell your home)!
Is It the Most Wonderful Time… to Buy or Sell Your Home? As the holidays approach, the real estate market may not be the first thing on your mind. But contrary to...
What NOT to do when buying a home!
Buying a home is one of the most exciting and significant investments you’ll make. But the process can be full of potential missteps that could cost you time, money,...
Buying a Vacation Home? What to know!
Buying a Vacation Home: What to Know As peak vacation season kicks off, many people dream of owning a vacation home to escape to for long weekends or extended...
Rental Investments: Short-Term vs. Long-Term
Rental Investments: Short-Term vs. Long-Term If you’re exploring the idea of investing in rental properties, understanding the difference between short-term and long-term rentals is a key starting point. Both...
The Transformation of Empty Offices
The Transformation of Empty Offices One of the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic is that over 25% of households have at least one person working remotely. This leaves...
Should I wait for mortgage RATES to come DOWN to buy a home?
Should I wait for mortgage rates to come down to buy a home? Many buyers today are thinking this question. Some are deciding to wait and some a deciding...
Cash offer for your home! Learn more!
CASH OFFER for your home: I have partnered with a top rated company in NOVA who consistently exceeds customer expectations (only was I would have it!) who offers instant...
2024 Market Prediction- Will Home Prices Drop?
2024 Market Predication? Will home prices drop? Before delving into the trends, it’s important to say that general market dynamics impact individuals differently based on their personal situations and...
Realtor Home Staging Tips by Lisa Joy
When it comes time to sell your home, you want to make sure that you make the best impression on potential buyers. One of the most important steps to...
CASH OFFERS- May be the best option for you….
There are many reasons not to sell a property the traditional way. Maybe you need the flexibility to sell on your schedule, maybe you do not want many people...
Why Home Owners are Not Selling
Why Home Owners are Not Selling Now
Deciphering Mortgages: A Guide to Various Home Loan Types
How about some easy to understand mortgage info? When it comes to buying a home, the world of mortgages can seem like a labyrinth of options. But don’t fret;...
Why fall is a great time to buy a home
Why Fall is a Great Time to Buy a Home Many people think late spring is the ideal time to buy a new home. The thinking being, if you...
Are You Waiting For Mortgage Interest Rates To Go Under 3% ?
Are you waiting for the rates we saw in 2021 which went under 3%? Well, you may never buy. Almost every economist has predicted that the 3% and under...
The Timeless Appeal of Homeownership! First-time Homebuyers and Why It’s Worth It!
The Timeless Appeal of Homeownership: Why Buying a Home is Worth It Owning a home has long been considered a significant milestone and a cherished dream for many. Beyond...
How to prepare if buying or selling
Spring is believed to be the busiest season of the year in the real estate market. For sellers, listing in the spring provides an opportunity to take advantage of the notable increase...
BUYERS ARE BACK- It’s a Sellers Market Again
The spring housing market can fierce and competitive for home buyers. In a competitive market, it’s essential to be flexible. That could mean going with a fixer-upper, even if...
What are Essential vs Cosmetic updates?
What are Essential vs. Cosmetic updates? Many factors determine the value of your home. These include plumbing, roof, siding, and cosmetic updates such as paint color and appliances. Essentials...
Why you might not want to get too excited (or nervous) about a housing crash
Why You Might Not Want to Get too Excited (or Nervous) About a Housing Crash (2/17/23) Rising interest rates and slightly lower demand in the market has caused many...
Northern Virginia Market Update
Northern Virginia Market Update: This past week buyer activity went up by 6.6% Buyers are coming back into the market from the sidelines, some to capitalize on the declining...
CURRENT HOME PRICES- WHAT SELLERS SHOULD KNOW
CURRENT HOME PRICES- WHAT SELLERS SHOULD KNOW Should you sell your home? There is a lot of talk about the housing market. Housing price growth is down from the...
Market Update December 2022
Mortgage rate dip brought many buyers and sellers back into the market. Inventory is still higher than last year and days on market keep increasing. Sellers are adjusting to...
The first step in buying a home!
The first step in buying a home! Pick a real estate agent you will love! The first step is not to start picking out homes and viewing homes, go...
Now is a good time to buy, here’s why!
Now is a good time to buy, here’s why! Prices are being reduced Tax benefits for homeowners Owning is better than renting Refinancing will likely be an option in...
How to get an A+ on a home inspection when selling your home
How to get an A+ on a home inspection when selling your home You’re under contract- congratulations! The buyers will be doing a home inspection and you want to...
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IN THIS SHIFTING MARKET-DON’T MAKE THESE SELLER MISTAKES
Be caeful not to make these mistakes when selling your home. Don’t keep an eligible buyer waiting for too long because you hoping for a bidding war: In the...
Northern Virginia Market update
Yes, the market has slowed down. The number of days on market are now at an average of 19 and 2 in 5 home sellers have lowered their asking...
remodel or move? Should you stay or should you go?
There are many factors to consider when deciding to remodel or to move. Here are the top pros and cons to both: REMODEL Pros: There is a lot of...
Rental Market Update
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....
Mortgage Rates are still low
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...
escalation clause real estate
Escalation Clause Real Estate: Many have been asking me lately what is an escalation clause attached with an offer to purchase a home. An escalation clause is an addendum...
how to deal with increased mortgage rates
Increase your credit score Pull your credit and do all you can to raise your credit score. The better your credit score the better rate a lender will give...
2022 Real Estate Market Prediction
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...
Increase your home’s value
Exterior average ROI 75%-95% First impressions are everything! Overgrown landscaping, broken up walk ways, beat up front doors, are not appealing. Power washing and fresh paint are huge improvements...
iBuyer vs. realtor
iBuyer vs. Realtor comes down to one main focus. Do you need convenience or prefer more money? Convenience has a cost.
Starter homes in northern virginia
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....
Many buyers in the Northern VA area have halted their search
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...
Northern Virginia Real estate demand
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...
Home improvements when you are thinking about selling
If you’re seriously considering selling but still want to make improvements while you’re still living there, let me make two important suggestions. Home improvements with the largest return on...
investing in real estate in 2021
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...
The Why it is a good time to sell or buy
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,...
Selling Your home, what buyers want!
If you are thinking about or planning to sell your home, it is important to know want buyers want. Move in Ready! Many want a shiny, clean, no work needed...
Pros and cons of a 40-year mortgage
Most mortgages have a term of 15 or 30 years. However, if you want to buy a more expensive house than you could afford with one of those loan...
How to be competitive in today’s Northern Virginia market, Lisa Joy Realtor
Home buyers are facing a touch market today, while it is a great time to be a seller. When properties are priced right and show well they will have...