Downsizing can be a great choice for homeowners looking to make a financial or lifestyle change. After all, a smaller amount of space means less money on utility bills and less stress from clutter. Are you a recent empty-nester? Moving for financial reasons? Or maybe you’ve watched a few episodes of Tidying Up with Marie […]
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Navigating “Due Diligence:” Everything You Need to Know About Closing on a Home
House hunting is a long process. Once you find the home of your dreams, and the seller accepts your offer, comes an even more complicated process: closing. And, you can’t close on a home without performing due diligence. Due diligence is one of the most crucial parts of buying a home. As the buyer, due diligence […]
Make Buyers Fall in Love with Your Home with These Easy Staging Tips
Love is in the air! We’re not talking about Valentine’s Day — we mean all of the buyers falling in love with your home thanks to these easy staging tips. From simple DIY projects to decor and decluttering pointers, these effortless staging tips will wow the next buyers that step through your front door. Clean, […]
The Pros & Cons of a Buyer’s Letter: Standing Out in a Busy Market
Imagine, after weeks of searching, that you’ve finally found your dream home. It’s in the perfect location with the right features and exactly the amount of space you need. But after requesting more information, your agent informs you that there are already several offers made on the house. How do you stand out in a […]
Moving to Martinsburg, WV? You Have to See These 5 Neighborhoods
Searching for the perfect town to call home? Martinsburg is a dynamic and exciting community with a lot to offer. Not only is it brimming with shopping, dining, and outdoor activities, it’s also just a quick drive away from Leesburg and the big city. Plus, Martinsburg has some of the most attractive neighborhoods in the […]
New Year, New & Improved Home Value
How to Buy a Home in One Year: A Step-by-Step Guide
Let’s start the new year off right. If you’ve been dreaming of a new home, it’s time to get started. Here’s a month-by-month guide to planning for and buying a new home. It’s about time to set your new year’s resolution, right? January: Brush Up on Your Market Knowledge The best way to get started? […]
How to Sell Your Home During the “Off” Season
Sometimes, life happens. Maybe you’ve been hired at a new company across state. Or a sudden change in your family requires you to take in a relative and you need extra space pronto. Perhaps you’re retiring early so you need to downsize. Whatever the case may be, you need to sell your home during the […]
Why You Should Buy a Home During the Off Season
Your personal home-buying schedule doesn’t have to correspond with the real estate market! In fact, buying during the “off season” can yield tremendous advantages. The “off season” differs depending on your specific location, but always refers to the period of time during a calendar year when both inventory and competition are low. Usually, this corresponds […]
Avoid Mortgage Mishaps: Why Getting Pre-Approved is Important
Buying a home is a whirlwind of activity that makes it easy to get overwhelmed in excitement and research trying to find the perfect option for your needs. But what if you find the perfect home, apply for a mortgage, and then get rejected? Luckily for you, this painful process is easy to avoid! Don’t […]









