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Washington, D.C., a city synonymous with politics and power, is much more than just life on Capitol Hill. Located along the banks of the Potomac River, the nation's capital is a culturally rich city offering a broad range of job opportunities and attractions.

Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds that over 86% of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream. Prior to the 1950s, less than half of the country owned their own home. However, after World War II, many returning […]

Housing inventory is low and buyer demand is high, what are buyer agents doing in this market to help home buyers? Members of the National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents share their experiences and strategies.

How do you evaluate a buyer’s agent? What factors should be considered when evaluating a real estate agent? The first step is knowing the different types of agents in real estate. Traditional real estate brokerages have buyer agents, listing agents, dual agents and designated agents. 

A contingency is a clause in a contract offer that allows a home buyer to void their offer if the terms of the contingency are not met satisfactorily. In other words, a contingency offers a layer of protection for the buyer.

According to the Bright MLS Home Demand Index, home demand in Washington DC is down 30% as compared to this time last year. The rise in interest rates is seen as a contributing factor.