(Photo by THERESE REYES from Burst) If you’re looking for something great to do in the Fairfax Country area this summer — whether it be to get the kids out of the house, to have a unique day date, or just to enjoy nature somewhere other than your own backyard, you should know about Green […]
Your Yard Can Help Save the Planet
(Photo by Ryan Bruce from Burst) When you think about buying a home, you know that your home and yard are going to be a haven. But they are more than just a family escape; they are an integral part of the community and the greater ecosystem around you. In fact, your yard can help […]
Are Whisper Listings Really Happening?
America is in a seriously hot housing market and Whisper Listings are a rumor you may have heard about. Demand for houses doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, and home values are steadily rising with no signs of cooling down. This built-in demand combined with a distaste for the usual methods of selling property — […]
How To Handle Jointly-Owned Trees & Damage
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) With the number of heavy storms and flash flood warnings the area has experienced lately — not to mention the above average number of tornado warnings! — you may be wondering how to deal with Jointly-Owned Trees. Or maybe there’s that one majestic oak that looks beautiful over on […]
How the End of the Foreclosure Moratorium May Affect You
(Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst) The pandemic affected everyone in different ways, but one of the biggest assistances offered over the last year was that the CDC, federal and state governments issued eviction and foreclosure moratoriums to buy time and prevent tenants and homeowners from losing their homes and shelters. The policy for renters, […]
Virtual Real Estate Investments Breaking Records
(Photo by Sarah Pflug from Burst) We always thought real estate was a tangible asset, but some recent news has us rethinking even the most basic real estate fundamentals due to virtual real estate investments. Because — hold on to your hats! — some of the latest real estate investments aren’t something you can physically […]
Why Invest in an Energy-Efficient Home?
(Photo by Brodie Vissers from Burst) Whether you are looking to build, buy, or retrofit a home, there are many reasons to invest in energy efficiencies. Today’s homeowners want sustainability, not just for home construction features, but to maintain long-term affordability as well. Most of the time when we think of energy-efficient homes, we’re just […]
Would You Buy a House Sight Unseen?
(Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst) With the heat of today’s real estate market, home buyers are looking for any ways they can speed up the process including the willingness to buy a house sight unseen. With demand far exceeding supply, the most attractive homes hitting the market are selling super fast, and usually with […]