When exploring opportunities in real estate, it’s essential to approach the home-buying process with careful planning and clarity. It may be you are a first-time buyer, or you’re looking to upgrade, or you are an investor. Regardless, understanding how much home...
The real estate market is a dynamic and ever-evolving landscape, shaped by a myriad of factors including economic shifts. In 2024, the industry continues to experience significant transformations, with emerging trends reshaping how properties are bought, sold, and...
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Report for the end of April 2024. The latest figure is at 3.4%, which is 0.1% less from last month. This number is not getting much closer to the 2% goal set by the Federal Reserve. Here’s...
Presently, mortgage interest rates on a 30-year fixed loan are down to around 6.8%. This is a big difference from just one month ago when rates were closer to 7.8%. This is great news for anyone thinking of buying a home as they can expect to be able to afford more....
Interest rates started increasing in March 2022 and hasn’t stopped since. Rates went from below 3% to above 3% in June 2022 to 5% in May 2023. This month, September 2023, interest rates are hovering around 7%. Northern Virginia has been affected. Here’s...
