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Winchester metro area still the fastest-growing in the state

The Winchester metropolitan area, including Winchester and Frederick County, has experienced significant population growth, outpacing the rest of Virginia. From April 2020 to June 2023, it was the fastest-growing among the state’s 11 metro areas,...

5 Questions Your Real Estate Agent Cannot Answer, and Why

Buying a home, especially if it’s your first one, is a truly remarkable feat. You’ve probably got a thousand things to consider and a million questions in mind. Where am I gonna live? What type...

What Home Buyers Should Know About HOAs

Buyer You’ve only just started your house-hunting journey and learned that a house you’re interested in is located in a neighborhood with an HOA. You might have heard them before, but you might still be...

DIYers, Here Are Expert Tips For Designing A Gallery Wall

Homeowner What is a gallery wall? A gallery wall is a grouping or collection of paintings, photographs, art prints, and other personal treasures and items that are hung on a wall. Gallery walls are not...

5 Meaningful Ways To Say Goodbye To A Home You Loved

The process of moving into a new house, even when you’ve done it a couple of times already, will always be stressful and difficult. It’s much more than relocating to a new place, especially when...

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Max Out Your Budget When Buying A Home

When it comes to purchasing a home, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of finding your dream property. However, it’s important to consider the potential drawbacks of maxing out your budget for...

5 Biggest Plumbing Mistakes Many Homeowners Are Guilty of Making

You may not think much about it, but plumbing is an integral part of your home’s systems. Plumbing issues such as dripping faucets, leaky pipes, running toilets, or frustratingly low water pressure do happen. Some...

Last-Minute Home Showing Checklist for Sellers

When you put up your home for sale, keep in mind that last-minute notices to show it to prospective buyers are always a possibility. But we trust that you’ve done all the huge and critical...

Real Estate 101: What Is The Difference Between Short Sales and Foreclosures?

For homeowners who fall behind on their mortgage payments, mainly due to a sudden financial crisis, such as unemployment and other income loss, unexpected debts, interest rate hikes, or economic downturn, among others — the...

3 Huge Reasons To Talk To A Mortgage Lender Before You Start House-Hunting

Have you been browsing homes online, dreaming about the day when you can finally have a place you can call your own? But the thing is, you think you’re not quite ready to buy anytime...