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How to Get a Credit Score of 800 or Higher
April 11, 2018 22:35 VideoDo you want to reach a credit score of 800 or higher? I’ve got six tips to help you reach that goal. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale When it comes to credit scores, it’s quite an achievement to reach one above 800. Today, I’d like to give you six tips on how to reach this impressive score. 1. Always make payments on time. Whatever the bill is, paying things off on time will show that you are responsible and will help bolster your s...
Homeowners: Beware of These 6 Costly Mistakes
March 13, 2018 18:00There are certain, costly mistakes that all homeowners should avoid. Let’s take a look at the top six of these mistakes. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale When it comes to homeownership, there are six costly mistakes that people tend to make. 1. Going with the lowest bid for home repairs. Of course, cost is a factor where home repairs, maintenance, or upgrades are concerned, but the main focus should actually be on value. Look at revi...
Which Home Improvements Will Add the Most Value?
February 22, 2018 15:52 VideoDo you plan on selling your home? If so, there are six tips you can use to add more value to your listing. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale If you plan on listing your property, there are six home improvements that will bring you the biggest return. 1. Make cosmetic updates to your bathrooms. This has been proven to bring an approximately 102% return on your investment. 2. Work on your landscaping. First impressions matter, and th...
4 Must-Visit Breweries in Northern Virginia
February 08, 2018 18:04 VideoNorthern Virginia is a great place for craft beer, and I have four breweries that you should check out. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale If you’re like me, you know that we’ve had a lot of new breweries pop up here in Northern Virginia. Here are a few that I recommend checking out: 2 Silos Brewery in Manassas at Farm Brew Live. I’ve been to Farm Brew Live, and it’s a fantastic venue which features live events and lots of great food ...
How to Save for Your Down Payment on Your Next Home
January 29, 2018 19:19 VideoIf you plan on buying a home but aren’t sure how you can save enough money for your down payment, I have seven tips to help you today. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale If you are planning on buying a home, there are a few things you can do to save for the down payment. Here are the top seven tips: 1. Start with the end in mind. Meet with me and meet with a lender to determine a ballpark figure of how much you will need for your dow...
Looking Back on Our 2017 Market and Looking Ahead to 2018
January 15, 2018 18:28 Video2017 was a great year for our market, and I see it staying hot in 2018. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale The Northern Virginia market had a fantastic year in 2017. There were a total of 36,597 home sales, which was an increase of 4.3% from 2016 when only 35,089 homes sold. During that same time span, the median sales prices increased 3.5% from $430,000 to $445,000. From 2016 to 2017, the average days on market dropped from 22 days t...
Getting a New Construction Home? You Need a Realtor's Help
December 29, 2017 19:12 VideoThere are many reasons to work with a Realtor when buying new construction. Today, I’ll go over just a few. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale If you are buying a new construction home, it’s important to be represented by a Realtor during the process. Sometimes people believe they’re helping themselves by forgoing representation during a new construction transaction. They may think they’re going to get a better deal, but this simply i...
Check Out the Best Light Displays in Northern Virginia and D.C.
December 18, 2017 20:22 VideoToday, I have a list of some of the best holiday light displays in the Northern Virginia and D.C. area. Get out there and spread some holiday cheer! Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale I hope you’re in the holiday spirit! Today, I want to share some of the best holiday light displays in the Northern Virginia and D.C. area. The first local favorite is the Bull Run Festival of Lights in Centreville. This is a quick 2.5-mile drive and ther...
Get a Head Start on Buying a Home in 2018
November 30, 2017 21:43 VideoThinking of buying in 2018? Use these five tips to get a head start on the market for next year. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale As you’re well aware, 2018 is fast approaching. With that in mind, I want to talk to you about some proactive steps you can take if you’re thinking about buying in 2018. 1. Check your credit score. Know where you stand, that way you can go ahead and get out in front of anything that may be standing in your...
A Great Thanksgiving Recipe to Try
November 17, 2017 20:12 VideoToday, we’ve got a delicious recipe for you to try this holiday season: Thanksgiving casserole. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale Today, we’ve got a delicious recipe to share with you for the holiday season: Thanksgiving casserole. Prepare by chopping your onion. Cook and drain your broccoli, as well. Heat milk, salt, and pepper together in a saucepan at low to medium heat. Add four tablespoons of butter to the saucepan, stirring as...
3 Keys to Selling Your Home if You Have Pets
October 30, 2017 15:21 VideoIf you’re a home seller with pets, there are three important tips you should follow to get your home sold quickly and for more money. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale How can you sell your home quickly and for top dollar if you have pets? The good news is that in this day and age, it’s more acceptable to have pets in the home. Surveys show that many millennial homebuyers look for homes that specifically have an adequate environment f...
What's the Best Way to Price Your Home?
October 03, 2017 14:35 VideoWhen putting your home on the market, how do you decide what to list it for? Today, I’d like to tell you the secret to how I price homes. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale Pricing is an incredibly important aspect of any home listing. So, today I want to tell you how I like to price homes. When pricing a home, I think it’s best to look at the property the way an appraiser would. This means taking at least three similar, recently sold...
9 Ways to Avoid Costly Repairs
September 14, 2017 17:20 VideoBy making these simple repairs to your home, you can save money down the line. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale Here are nine home-repairs that you should not put off until the last minute: 1. The first easy fix is caulking. Updating your caulking can prevent leaks, and any further damage cause by those leaks 2. Another is cleaning your dryer vent— you can clean out the lint trap after every load of laundry, but the vent itself can, ...
How to Supercharge Traffic to Your New Listing
September 01, 2017 16:01 VideoCreating an auction for your home means getting buyers to start bidding against each other for it, which will lead to higher offers and a higher sale price. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale How does creating an auction style drive the most amount of traffic to your new listing? Essentially, what we’d have you do right off the bat is price your home just below its market value so it already looks like a great deal and creates some ...
The Top 5 Places to Eat in Occoquan, Virginia
August 17, 2017 19:21 VideoToday I’ve got a countdown of the five best eateries in Occoquan, Virginia. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale Today I’ve got a countdown of the top five places to eat in Occoquan Virginia: 5. Mom’s Apple Pie and Bakery. This is a great little place that features all sorts of pies and other baked goods, so if you need a sweet treat, head on over to Mom’s and grab one. 4. Bottle Stop Wine Bar. This place has a wide selection of wines ...
Why Getting Pre-Approved Will Help You Immensely as a Homebuyer
August 04, 2017 15:11 VideoGetting a loan pre-approval will help you know what kind of home you can afford and strengthen your offer once you’re ready to make one. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale Getting pre-approved should be the among the first steps you take in the home buying process. It’s something you should do before you even start looking at homes. A pre-approval will give you the right idea of what you’ll be able to afford because you’ll be able to...
Going Above and Beyond Your Average Realtor
July 07, 2017 17:21 VideoThere are a couple important traits I possess that set me apart from the other Realtors out there. Selling a home? Get a free home value report Buying a home? Search all homes for sale What sets me apart from all the other Realtors out there? The first is my history of dedication to service. In my free time, I volunteer with the local fire department. I’ve always been keen on helping people, and I would like to translate that into my real estate career in order to help you. Second, I’...