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Join our free home buying class taught by Victoria Ray Henderson, Owner and Broker of HomeBuyer Brokerage, and Ramez Fahmy of First Heritage Mortgage. This is a must-attend workshop for anyone considering homeownership in today’s market.Unlike sales-driven seminars, this is an educational workshop designed to empower you with clear steps and unbiased information.

The 2025 Guide To Buying A HomeAre you considering buying a home but don’t know how to begin? The first step is learning the basic steps to prepare for your journey. Maryland offers a range of state and local programs to help first-time buyers afford a home, often with down payment assistance, decent interest rates, and home buyer classes. Here’s what you need to know in 2025.

In June 2023, a National Association of Realtors survey showed 47.8% of home buyers in Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia were first time home buyers. That compares to 26% in 2022. While this is welcome news, buyers still face limited housing inventory and multiple offers on a single home. Are there advantages in this market for buying a new construction home?

Buying a condominium or cooperative property offers a unique form of homeownership, blending private ownership of your unit with collective responsibility for the common areas. However, navigating the condo document review can be complex, particularly when it comes to understanding the governing documents and financial health of the community association. 

In the world of real estate transactions, the concept of dual agency is a contentious topic, sparking debates and raising questions about the conflicts of interest and transparency.

Exposure to radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon gas is odorless, colorless and long-term exposure to this gas can lead to serious health consequences.