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Posted on 04/28/2021

Manassas, VA Real Estate Market Update 4/28/2021

Click here to view Manassas, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 04/25/2021

Photo by Brett Sayles from Pexels Before you can get a VA loan or a VA-backed loan through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, you'll first apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE). You must have served a certain number of days, depending on when you served, and you must have an honorable discharge if you are a veteran....

Posted on 04/18/2021

The 3 Biggest Advantages of Prefab Homes

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Prefabricated or “prefab” homes are new construction homes made quick and easy. Also called modular homes, this type of house is made using large pre-built pieces that would normally take multiple steps to construct. If you’re wanting to build a new home but don’t have the time or budget for something built...

Posted on 04/12/2021

MANASSAS, VA Real Estate Market Update 4/12/2021

Click here to view MANASSAS, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 04/11/2021

Can an Outdoor Kitchen Make Your Home More Appealing to Buyers?

Photo by toddpharistx via Pixabay Today's home buyers are looking for ways to maximize their space and their enjoyment of that space. While having friends and family over to enjoy a meal out on the patio or a backyard BBQ has long been a favorite way of spending time with loved ones, it's frequently left the hosts separated...

Posted on 04/04/2021

Selling - Home Staging and First Impressions

Photo by 영훈 박 via Pixabay The saying goes that you only get one chance to make a first impression and that applies not only to our personal and professional lives but also to real estate. Humans are sensory by nature, and those senses are linked to emotions that often determine our decisions. When you have the opportunity...

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Posted on 03/28/2021

How to Budget for a Fixer Upper

Image by Annie Gray from Unsplash If you are handy with home repair, you could buy a more expensive house if you are willing to put some work into it. Many foreclosures are often sold “as is,” and require some work. The seller may also be more open to negotiating a lower price based on the number of...

Posted on 03/27/2021

Manassas, VA Real Estate Market Update 3/27/2021

Click here to view Manassas, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 03/21/2021

During Your Flip: Nail these Crucial Project Management Skills

Photo by TeroVesalainen via Pixabay Flipping a house successfully means keeping your ducks in a row during the rehab process--and that typically means communicating with several vendors to coordinate work, making sure everyone is on the same page, and dealing with delays when they (inevitably) occur. It's worth your while to build a project management strategy and skill...

Home Flipping

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Posted on 03/14/2021

Can the Property Buying Journey Be Quick and Easy?

There is no need to struggle as you pursue your dream home. In fact, there are many things you can do to ensure the homebuying journey is quick and easy. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you enjoy a seamless property buying experience. 1. Know Where You Want to Reside It often helps to narrow...

Buying A Home

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Posted on 04/22/2021

Video Tour - 9040 Old Hickory Court, Manassas, VA 20110

LARGE 3 LEVEL TOWHOME IN GREAT LOCATION * BACKS TO COMMON OPEN AREA FOR PRIVACY * COVERED FRONT PORCH * NEW PAINT * WOOD FLOORS * HUGE COUNTRY KITCHEN WITH CERAMIC FLOORING * MASTER BEDROOM HAS DOUBLE CLOSETS AND FULL BATHROOM * FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT FEATURING REC ROOM WITH FIREPLACT AND CERAMIC TILE FLOORING, FULL BATHROOM, & BEDROOM/DEN * WALKOUT BASEMENT TO FENCED REAR YARD...

Posted on 04/22/2021

9040 Old Hickory Court, Manassas, VA 20110 is now new to the market!

LARGE 3 LEVEL TOWHOME IN GREAT LOCATION * BACKS TO COMMON OPEN AREA FOR PRIVACY * COVERED FRONT PORCH * NEW PAINT * WOOD FLOORS * HUGE COUNTRY KITCHEN WITH CERAMIC FLOORING * MASTER BEDROOM HAS DOUBLE CLOSETS AND FULL BATHROOM * FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT FEATURING REC ROOM WITH FIREPLACT AND CERAMIC TILE FLOORING, FULL BATHROOM, & BEDROOM/DEN * WALKOUT BASEMENT TO FENCED REAR YARD...