Looking to buy or sell a house in Northern Virginia? Here are the JUNE 2020 market updates for Fairfax County (NVAR) , Loudoun County (DAAR) , and Prince William County (PWAR)!
July Newsletter: Latest Market Activity & Spotlight on Loudoun Cares
This month’s newsletter is ready for you. View it below or click here to download. The newsletter’s helpful articles include:
- Handling Pressure
- Virtual House Hunting
- Hygge Decor Tips to Bring Calm To Your Home
- Latest Northern Virginia Real Estate Market Statistics
In this month’s local profile Valerie Pisierra, Executive Director of the nonprofit Loudoun Cares, shares about the organization and how it helps people in Loudoun County. Loudoun Cares is a “matchmaker” of sorts, connecting volunteers with organizations seeking help, and those in need with those able to help. Watch the video to learn more!
Northern Virginia: Plants I Love (Part 1)
I’ve been in Northern Virginia 9 years now, and I have learned a lot about what plants do well here (and are low maintenance!) over that time.
In this YouTube video I take you through my front garden bed and share my wisdom on what plants I love (and hate!) for Northern Virginia. I’m sharing plants that are easy keepers, stand up to deer, and are perennial so you don’t have to replant each year!
Here are links to each plant I mentioned in the video, in the order they are mentioned in the video:
Latest YouTube Videos
Hey there! I’m passionate about educating people about real estate. Here’s what I shared on YouTube last week:
New Video: What is a Dry Hydrant?
Curious what a dry hydrant is? Maybe you drove by one and wondering “how in the world does a DRY hydrant work, shouldn’t there be water?!” Watch and learn what it is, and why it’s great!
P.S.: like the house in the background? It’s for sale! 17229flintfarmdr.adriennegreen.com
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New Listing On the Market in Round Hill!
This well maintained home was listed for sale yesterday.
Learn more about the house here
If you have questions, or would like to tour the property, reach out to me now!
Real Estate in Today’s Coronavirus Climate
The Northern Virginia market started off hot from right after New Years Day. With historically low interest rates, the market in January and February was aptly described as “tight inventory has continued to coincide with higher sales price to original list prices and fewer days on market” (source).
In March, as people started staying home, and schools and businesses closed, the real estate industry immediately started adapting so that we could continue to help people with the essential need of housing while keeping everyone safe.
Buyers: we can do everything remotely other than settlement: most mortgage lenders require wet signatures with in-person notarization (but settlement has been changed to maintain social distancing and limit exposure as much as possible). Most buyers (if not all!) would like to see a home in person prior to submitting an offer, and we can do that, too.
Process Overview:
- Virtual Buying Consultation
- Personalized Online Home Search Portal
- Recommendations for Lenders Who Can Work Virtually
- Video Home Tours, Virtual Open Houses, 3D Home Tours
- In-Person Home Showings with Safety Precautions
- Mobile Deposit of Earnest Money Deposit
- Virtual Home Inspections (home inspector goes to house, communicates results to you)
- Virtual Final Walk-Through
- Settlements with Limited Contact (Options Include Drive-By Closings Where Buyers Never Leave Their Car)
Sellers: we can do many tasks remotely, limiting your need to meet others in-person, and limiting the number of people who access your home.
Process Overview:
- Virtual Listing Consultation
- Professional Photography, 3D Virtual Matterport House Tour so Buyers Can See House Virtually
- Virtual Showings & Open Houses, Allowing Virtual “Visits”
- Limit In-Person Showings to Pre-Qualified Serious Buyers with Safety Precautions
- Virtual Home Inspections (only home inspector & agent in house)
- Virtual Final Walk-Through (only agent in house)
- Settlements with Limited Contact (Options Include Drive-By Closings Where Buyers Never Leave Their Car)
Everyone in real estate is working hard to facilitate the essential task of buying and selling real estate while keeping all involved safe.
Reach out to learn more, or to start the process of buying or selling your home.
Sellers: Coming Soon Status: Getting the Word Out Prior to an Active Listing
Sellers: how do I ensure that we have as much interest possible when your house hits the market? By using the MLS “coming soon” status to get your listing in front of agents and their clients early! Watch the video to learn more.
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Looking to buy a non-local investment property, perhaps a beach retreat? Here’s what to consider!
Maybe the winter weather has you dreaming of owning an investment property elsewhere? Some place you can rent for now, expense maintenance trips, and retire to later? Here are 3 pros and 3 cons to buying a non-local investment property!
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January’s Newsletter is Here!
January’s newsletter is ready for you. View it below or click here to download.
The newsletter’s helpful articles include three questions to ask before you buy a house, and the latest Northern Virginia real estate market statistics.
I’m excited about the included profile of Dan Lender and his business Golden Rule Home Watch & Concierge. This business provides a valuable service to Northern Virginia homeowners whose homes will be vacant for any length of time. Reach out to Dan to learn more!
Thinking of buying or selling a house? Reach out for an appointment now.