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Posted on 05/22/2022
Key Benefits of Selling With a Land Contract
A land contract is a type of seller financing that has many benefits both for buyer and seller. In a land contract, the seller provides credit instead of a lender or bank. The buyer makes their regular payments to the seller directly. Once the total price is paid in full, the seller gives the buyer the title to...
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Posted on 05/15/2022
Home Upgrades: How Much Do They Really Cost
Making major upgrades to your home can allow you to design the home you’ve always wanted in terms of its style and functionality. Since these projects are larger in scope compared to minor upgrades, you should have some idea of how much they’ll end up costing you. Knowing rough figures for major upgrades can help you create a...
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Posted on 05/10/2022
Manassas, VA Real Estate Market Update 5/10/2022
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Posted on 05/08/2022
Vintage home decorations: How to upgrade your space with past trends
Regardless of your personal design style, there are plenty of ways to incorporate vintage home decorations. Trends repeat themselves over time in interior design, making certain elements – such as vintage accents – timeless. Interested in adding some vintage flair to your indoor space? Here are some tips for decorating with vintage decor: Keep it light with rattan...
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Posted on 05/01/2022
Rustic home decor: Understanding the basics
Rustic home decor can be rugged or cozy and everything in between. While the term “rustic” applies to many interior design styles, there are specific characteristics they have in common. Here are some examples of the basic elements that define rustic home decor: Heavy Rustic decor is heavy and uses thick, bold lines. Heavy furniture made from solid...
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Posted on 04/24/2022
MANASSAS, VA Real Estate Market Update 4/24/2022
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Posted on 04/24/2022
Save Money With These 3 Moving Tips
Moving is expensive no matter how far you have to travel to your new home. If you’re moving across state lines or further, the expense can become overwhelming. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to save money on your move no matter the distance. Here are some budget-friendly moving ideas: Have a Yard Sale The less you have...
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Posted on 04/17/2022
Vanities: DIY Bathroom Vanity Ideas That Will Boost Your Home's Appeal
Whether you want to replace your current bathroom vanity or add one to a bathroom that doesn’t have one, DIY bathroom vanities are a great option. Making your own bathroom vanities means you can design them any way you want. Your DIY bathroom vanities can blend in with the surrounding bathroom design or stand out and serve as...
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Posted on 04/10/2022
Understanding the relationship between PITI & property taxes
PITI is an acronym for principal, interest, taxes and insurance. In real estate, it's used by lenders to estimate your qualifications for a mortgage. One of the key variables in the formula is property taxes, which vary by location and individual home. But how do property taxes affect your PITI ratio? Here is a basic explanation to help:...
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Posted on 04/08/2022
Manassas, VA Real Estate Market Update 4/8/2022
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Posted on 04/03/2022
Dark room ideas: 3 Ways to bring light into any room
Light can bring depth, ambience and comfort to any room. Brighter rooms can lend to a plethora of innovative design ideas and tend to liven the mood among house members. However, many homeowners worry that they’ll need to add windows, light fixtures or other intrusive methods of light to their dark rooms to get an ounce of extra...
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Posted on 05/11/2022
106 Chester Street, Front Royal, VA 22630 is now new to the market!
REMODELED UPPER LEVEL APARTMENT IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN BUILDING * KITCHEN FEATURES STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES * GRANITE COUNTERTOPS * NEW LAMINATE WOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT * NEW CERAMIC TILE FULL BATHROOM * READY FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY * CLOSE TO EVERYTHING IN THE TOWN OF FRONT ROYAL * 2 person...
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