Unpermitted Renovations: What Home Buyers Need To Know Before Making An Offer
It can be incredibly frustrating to find a perfect house only to discover that work was done on the property without permits. Unpermitted renovations can…
Author: Michele Hudnall
Real Estate of Northern Virginia | Equity-First Real Estate Strategy
Real Estate of NVA delivers equity-first real estate strategy for Northern Virginia homeowners & buyers navigating major life transitions. This channel focuses on market insight, pricing, preparation, negotiation, and timing—helping you make confident, well-informed decisions in a competitive market.
Michele Hudnall, a Northern Virginia real estate strategist with a background in technology and analytics, the content here goes beyond headlines and hype. You’ll find clear explanations of what’s actually happening in the market, how equity is created or lost, and how to approach buying or selling as a strategic decision.
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What Are Easements in Real Estate? A Home Buyer’s Guide To Property Access Rights
Easements are one of many considerations to take into account when deciding whether to purchase a home. An easement isn’t always a huge red flag,…
Why Some Renovations Reduce Your Home’s Value
In most cases, upgrading and renovating your home increases its value. Homeowners often view renovations as an investment and look forward to recouping their money…
The True Cost Difference Between New Builds And Resale Homes
If you live in an area that’s undergoing a lot of development, you might be curious about buying a new construction. Many prospective home buyers…
Reston East Is Not an Empty Office Park
Fairfax County counts 35 parcels in the Reston East study area. There are 70 separate deeds. Forty-one of them can never be assembled — and…
What Is A Property Survey, And Do You Need One Before Buying A Home?
The land a home sits on is just as valuable, if not more valuable, than the house itself. However, many homeowners don’t know where their…
How Climate And Weather Patterns Are Changing Buyer Preferences
The effects of climate change on the real estate market are widespread. Changing weather patterns have affected energy usage, insurance costs, and the overall popularity…
Governed Growth. What I Filed With Fairfax County.
A fourteen-question submission on the Reston National applications — now part of the county record. This isn't about saving a golf course. It's about whether…
When A Home Inspection “Problem” Isn’t Actually A Problem
The inspection can be one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the home buying process. You’ve found your dream house, made your offer, and now…