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The Importance Of Lighting In Home Sales

The Importance Of Lighting In Home Sales

When you look at a house, you may not consciously notice the lighting scheme. However, lighting can have a powerful…

The Symptom and the Disease: What the Zillow …

The Symptom and the Disease: What the Zillow …

Your home stopped being a house. It became their data โ€” and the revenue stream they are fighting over.On May…

The Real Resale Impact Of Having (Or Not …

The Real Resale Impact Of Having (Or Not …

For many homeowners, return on investment is one of the main concerns when undergoing a home improvement project. You may…

Save the Date - RA Board Takes Up …

Save the Date - RA Board Takes Up …

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What Happens To Property Value Near Future Development …

What Happens To Property Value Near Future Development …

When you hear about future development plans in your neighborhood, you might wonder how the projects will impact your property…

The 30-Minute Walk Test: A Simple Trick To …

The 30-Minute Walk Test: A Simple Trick To …

Location is one of the most important factors when buying or renting a home. The community you land in can…

Buying A Home With Friends Or Family, Smart …

Buying A Home With Friends Or Family, Smart …

As housing costs continue to rise, buyers are looking for creative ways to achieve homeownership. In recent years, more and…

Two Billionaires Are Fighting Over Your Listing. Neither …

Two Billionaires Are Fighting Over Your Listing. Neither …

Inside the Zillowโ€“Compass lawsuit,ย the quiet birth of a National MLS, andย the one small rule that started all of it.This entire…

How Noise Impacts Property Value More Than You …

How Noise Impacts Property Value More Than You …

When assigning value to a property, the location and surrounding environment is just as important as the home itself. One…

What Appraisers Actually Look For During A Home …

What Appraisers Actually Look For During A Home …

The appraisal can be a nerve-wracking step in the home buying process. Just because the buyer and seller settle on…

The Truth About Open Concept Living (Pros Buyers …

The Truth About Open Concept Living (Pros Buyers …

Open concept floor plans are a controversial topic in today’s real estate market. Some homeowners love open concept layouts, and…

Who Pays and Who Profits: The Financial Impact …

Who Pays and Who Profits: The Financial Impact …

What 812 Fairfax County Tax Records Reveal About Developer Profit,Homeowner Equity Loss, 93 Underwater Families, and the Trade Fairfax County…

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What Is A Sewer Scope Inspection, And Is It Worth Getting One?

Sewer lines are often overlooked by prospective home buyers because they’re not visible. Howev…

Property Tax Reassessment After Buying A Home: Why Your Tax Bill Could Change

The mortgage itself is only one of your financial responsibilities as a homeowner. Your monthly paym…

Buying A Home With A Private Well: Water Testing, Maintenance, And Questions To Ask

๏ฟผBefore making an offer on any home, it’s incredibly important that you do your due diligence…