Back to Work & Back to the CommuteWith Covid work restrictions being lifted, rush hour in the Washington DC area is back and just as annoying as it was pre-Covid.On Friday, I rolled along at 20 miles an hour for several miles inching my way to the American Legion Bridge. This bridge is on the top
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11/14/2021
The FEMA Flood MapAccording to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, flooding happens in every U.S. state and territory and is a threat anywhere in the world wherever it rains. You've likely seen terrifying videos of flash flooding or flooding that covers city streets and roadways
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11/12/2021
Buying a home is an emotional experience. A homebuyer has expectations, needs, and experiences that intertwine in the process. A few years ago, I was working with two buyers. Before we met, they had written a list of what they needed and wanted in a home. They shared the list and I was pleased to
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11/11/2021
Start the home buying process with a local lender. Ready to buy a home or condo or townhouse? Unless you are paying cash, you'll need to fill out a loan application with a local lender. Pre-qualification is step one. It's the first evaluation of your finances by a lender. When you are pre-qualifi
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11/08/2021
When writing an offer on a property, an earnest money deposit is typically included with the offer. The earnest money deposit or EMD as real estate agents call it shows that you, the buyer are serious about your offer on a property. This money is a pledge showing the seller you are 'earnest' abo
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11/06/2021
Are you buying a home with a septic system?When preparing an offer on a property, always include a home inspection. If a house is on well or septic or both, be sure to include an evaluation of these systems by a licensed and insured septic inspection company.In Virginia and Maryland, the price of
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11/05/2021
A 2020 census report in Washington DC shows the population nearly tripled compared to the previous decade! This exciting news means more people than ever before are buying condominiums in the District. If you're considering buying a condo in DC, make sure you take the time to review the condo doc
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07/06/2021
The National Association of Exclusive Buyer AgentsNAEBA.orgIf you are buying a home consider working with an exclusive buyer agent. We are real estate professionals dedicated to serving home buyers in every real estate transaction. We offer a straightforwardapproach to real estate representation.
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06/10/2021
Members of NAEBA, the National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents, advocate for homebuyers in every real estate transaction. These professionals share how they protect buyers’ best interests as they purchase a home. We're sharing advice & tips on how to buy a home in a competitive spring mark
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04/06/2021
Listen Up Home Buyers PodcastToday's guests are Glenford & Yvonne Blanc principals of Pro-Spex Residential & Commercial InspectionsPro-Spex Inspection Company has won Angie's List super service award 8 years in a row. Today's topic radon gas-what is it, why should you care & how to mitigate the g
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03/30/2021
