The truth is that the home buying process has been due for a big change long before anyone even heard of COVID-19. Many of the steps involved with buying a home had barely advanced at all in the last two decades. Sure, online property searches were a huge innovation 15 years ago. But, just about
Buying New Construction during a Pandemic
Just like the resale market, the new construction market has changed a good deal during this pandemic. Fortunately for the new construction buyer, many of the processes involved in home shopping were easily adapted to this safer and more distanced way of conducting business. One very obvious difference in new construction sales is that the
Best Neighborhoods in Howard County, Maryland
Howard County, Maryland is a fantastic place to visit and an even better place for new construction home hunting. If you’re from the Baltimore metro area you already know just how nice Howard County is. With loads of outdoor destinations, activity centers for the kids, and endless dining options, Howard County has everything to offer
4 Tools That Are Helping Buyers and Sellers Adjust to the COVID-19 Marketplace
Though it may be hard to find any silver lining in this pandemic, there are some ways it has changed the real estate industry for the better. While buyers and sellers have been ready for a more streamlined approach to the home buying process for a long time, many agents and brokers have been reluctant
4 Tips for Selling During a Pandemic
So much has changed in the world of residential real estate over the past that months that it seems important to cover the best ways to effectively handle this market as a home seller. Fortunately, we live in a time where information is so readily available we’re able to stay on top of the issues
Lenah Mill Model Home Overview
Lenah Mill, located in Aldie, Virginia, in southern Loudon County, is a resort-style planned community offering an all-in-one neighborhood experience. The amenities include miles of walking/nature trails, a fitness center, pool, basketball courts, and over 300 acres of green space. The neighborhood is your own private retreat from reality. Homeowners in this community also enjoy
Best Neighborhoods in Fairfax County, Part II: Great Falls, Virginia
Located in the western-most portion of Fairfax County and bordering both the Potomac River and Loudon County, Great Falls has plenty to boast about. Thousands of people flock to this modest yet lively Washington, D.C. suburb each year to take in its many parks and various attractions. For those looking to settle down in Great
Best Neighborhoods in Fairfax County, Part I: Chantilly, Virginia
Welcome to the first part of our series covering the best neighborhoods in Fairfax County, Virginia. For this edition, we’re visiting the quaint, charming, and super-convenient town of Chantilly. Located just 24 miles west of Washington D.C., Chantilly offers the peace and quiet you crave after a long week in the city blended with all
The Haven at National Harbor Model Home Overview
Many of the articles in this model home overview series have covered townhomes and single-family detached home communities. All of those communities have been fun to explore, but it’s rare to find a condo community like the one we’re visiting today. Created by Peterson Companies, The Haven at National Harbor is a quiet, yet ultra-convenient
55+ The Woodlands of Urbana
It’s rare to find a brand new neighborhood designed solely for active-adults in the DC/Baltimore area that offers as much as the neighborhood we’re covering today. The Woodlands of Urbana, developed by award-winning Natelli Communities, does just that, offering a modern lifestyle with main level living by NVHomes and Ryan Homes and private-resort style amenities