There are more than 350,000 homeowner’s associations in the United States that oversee over half of all owner-occupied homes, so chances are, if you’re shopping for a new home, yours is bound to have an HOA, but can you opt-out of an HOA? With HOAs so prevalent, one might imagine joining one would always be […]
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Cottagecore is the Hottest New Design Trend
Cottagecore is a home design esthetic that celebrates living simply. But unlike minimalism, it inspires with a romanticized interpretation of rural life. Whether you are searching for inspiration to decorate a new home, staging your home for best resale, or just imagining how you can enjoy cottagecore yourself in the home you love, here is […]
Relocating to Springfield: Top 7 Things to Expect
Before Relocating to Springfield, you should know what to expect. It’s a unique place to call home. Springfield is one of our favorite cities in Virginia, and our clients agree! This very popular suburb located just 15 miles southwest of Washington, DC is a perennial favorite for home buyers, offering a variety of interesting neighborhoods […]
Rent your home tax free
There is a little-known provision in the tax code that allows homeowners to rent their principal residence or second home for up to 14 days a year without having to recognize the income. In this situation, the taxpayer does not deduct the rental expenses associated with the income. There is no restriction on how much you […]
Dave Grohl: Famed Former Springfielder Pens Novel
Did you know that it was in Springfield, VA that Dave Grohl first began his musical journey? That’s right, the Foo Fighter frontman and Nirvana drummer moved to Springfield as a child, grew up with his single mother at a house located at 5516 Kathleen Place, and started learning guitar right in our neighborhood at […]
5 Exterior Paint Color Trends For 2021
When you’re looking to freshen up your home for sale, changing the exterior paint can make a big difference. It helps with curb appeal which plays a major factor in resale value. So choosing one of the year’s exterior paint color trends can be the first step in getting a great offer. Top Exterior Paint […]
Before you pay cash for a home
Before you pay cash for a home, ask yourself if there is a possibility, at some point in the future, you might put a mortgage on the home and would want to deduct the mortgage interest on your federal tax return. Current federal tax law allows homeowners to deduct the interest on up to $750,000 […]
Using Your Tax Refund and Stimulus on Home Equity
For those home buyers that have to work a little harder to come up with the money for a down payment and closing costs — or other home investments — this is for you. Using your tax refund and stimulus on home equity can be very helpful. It has been reported that the majority of […]
