In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning the timing of your home search, the truth is, timing has never been more important.

More frequently I am talking to clients who must sell their current home before they can purchase a new home. The challenge is not so much the new home purchase, it is the timing of the transactions to be sure you can make an offer on a new home not contingent on the sale of your current home.

One of the biggest misconceptions among housing consumers is what the typical down payment is and what amount is needed to enter homeownership. Having this knowledge is critical to knowing what to save.

With the shortage of inventory and the continued demand for single-family homes, big yards, and the desire to remain close to walkable Washington DC, buyers are inching their search just a little further east to Woodridge, Michigan Park, and Langdon neighborhoods.

Having an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home is important in a normal market – but today’s market is far from normal.

As we enter the middle of 2021, many are wondering if we’ll see big changes in the housing market during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key factors that will drive the industry and the economy forward in the months to come.

The financial benefits of buying a home as compared to renting one are always up for debate. However, one element of the equation is often ignored – the ability to build wealth as a homeowner.

With benefits that include a combined homebuying budget and shared caregiving duties, an increasing number of households are discovering the value of a multigenerational home.

As you make your plans for the coming year, be sure to consider the equity benefits of home price appreciation as you weigh the financial advantages of buying over renting.

The real estate market is expected to do very well in 2021, with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year.

Owning a home is still a part of the classic, old-school American dream — but for many, it’s a whole lot more than that. It represents freedom, pride, and most critically, financial security.

While the best timeline to buy a home is different for everyone, the question remains: Should I continue renting or is it time for me to buy?

Let’s unpack the top reasons why selling your house now, or keeping it on the market this season, is the best choice you can make.

The housing market will remain strong throughout the winter and heading into the spring. Know what that means for you, whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both.

In today’s real estate market, the buzz is all about how it’s a great time to sell your house. Buyer demand is high, and there simply aren’t enough homes available to buy to meet that growing need. This means now is the time to make a move so you can close the deal on your ideal terms.

Because the housing market is extremely aggressive, I am taking time to prepare my clients in advance by sharing a few things to do and consider to move forward and be competitive when searching for their real estate investment.

The fact that you own a home means that you understand the importance of real estate in building financial security for you and your family.

I can’t help but wonder about the silence of realtors, especially here in Washington, DC, regarding the injustice we see, and the inequities we know exist in the Black community.

What a home means to one person doesn't necessarily equate to what home means to another. However, being in our homes for an extended period has made us all reconsider a home's value beyond its equity.