For some it is a daily habit or guilty pleasure -- turning in the newspaper to the comics and finding the daily horoscope.  Maybe not every day, but admit it, you glance a peek at your fortune and see what the stars have to say from time to time.

Here's today's Homebuying Horoscope:

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY:  This month you'll make exciting new plans to purchase a home later this year.  You start browsing the internet for information and driving around some neighborhoods.  Your lucky numbers are: 8, 31, 15, 27, and 38.  Buy a lottery ticket with those numbers and perhaps you can afford Homes You Can Buy if You Have a Rich Uncle Die.

ARIES: (March 21-April 19).  You make the subconscious decision to empower yourself  by learning more about the homebuying process.  Perhaps a flowchart would help. 

TAURUS: (April 20-May 20).  Your dream of success is real and right around the corner.  All you need to do is make the decision to allow it to be.  Push on all the doors until you find the right one.

GEMINI:  (May 21-June 21).  Buying a home doesn't have to be complicated.  Especially when you have a great negotiator on your side. 

CANCER: (June 22-July 22).  First time?  Don't beat yourself up.  You're great at being a beginner and learning new things.  Attending a homebuyer seminar can help you reach your goals.  You missed the most recent one, but stay tuned for the announcement of future seminars. 

LEO: (July 23-Aug. 22). Love is in your life.  You're getting married or you're having a child.  Time to sell that condo and move up to a great townhouse community. 

VIRGO: (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).  You may experience a serious case of deja vu.  Swing open the closet door and see what you find. 

LIBRA: (Sept. 23-Oct. 23).  Surprises lurk around the corner.  Congratulations!  Sellers are coming down on price. 

SCORPIO: (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Cultivate your courage and creativity.  Get educated about the local real estate market.

SAGITTARIUS: (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).  Parent your inner child by giving yourself a little time out. 

CAPRICORN: (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).  Do your best.  Your best is enough. However, sometimes you need a little help. 

AQUARIUS: (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).  You fascinate others and delight them with your personality.  Keep learning new things and Drive Home a Different Way, Today.

PISCES: (Feb. 19-March 20).  You deserve to have what you want.  Be specific.  The universe will listen to you.   Just make sure you get a home inspection.

Best Bet:

When buying a home in Northern Virginia, don't rely on the stars, consult a professional and experienced real estate professional.  Call me at 703-626-0715 or contact me by e-mail.  I won't leave your fate to the whims of the daily horoscope.