Real Property Talk

Long time no post! I have another guest blog today. Providing his knowledge of the DC mortgage activity, is Duke Walker of First Home Mortgage. Here, Duke gives a bit of his view as well as some information about what mortgage rates have been doing the last couple of weeks:   As a junior in colle...

              #10: not disclosing which items don't come with the sale of the property. It's important to state in the listing agreement and disclosures which items are not included in the sale of property when a buyer comes through with an offer. Set expectations ahead of time so everyone is hap...

Many wonder what the ins and outs are of flood insurance coverage for their home. For one, it is not included in most home insurance policies. It is in fact a separate type of policy and issold through the Federal Flood Insurance Program and not through the company in which an agent works for Tod...

A new year means new redesigns and remodeling on some of the Georgetown DC homes for sale. These homes are both ready for show and move-in!      The Georgetown DC neighborhood boasts alot of shopping, easy access via public transportation and many dining and bar options! Prices are steady and the...

SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, January 13th 2013 TIME: 4:30 PM LOCATION: Friendship Heights/Chevy Chase     DETAILS: We will meet for dinner at the Cheesecake Factory first, then head across the street to the movie theater to see "Zero Dark Thirty". Everyone will be responsible for their own tab and mov...

 Stately & Spacious Colonial Revival. Tremendous entertaining space in the back yard, guest house, lots of storage. This home is still waiting for a buyer! Located in the Crestwood neighborhood of Washington, you're directly across the street from the jogging/biking trails of Rock Creek Park, rig...

There is currently a condo project nearing completion in Columbia Heights, DC. Two seperate new construction units are soon to be available for sale and will both be 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms. The projected date of completion is set for sometime in February so now is the time to contact me if you ar...

From the Office of Tax and Revenue website: The housing market in the District of Columbia has caused a surge in the assessed value of residential real property. In an effort to limit the increase of real property taxes for homeowners, eligible homeowners will be provided an Assessment Cap Credit...

I recently toured some open houses of homes on the market in Georgetown, DC. These are still currently on the market with some GREAT updating and character! All they are missing is a buyer!   To get pricing, availability or a showing on any of these homes, contact Shantee Haynes at: 202-355-5544....

Many future DC homebuyers probably want to know the requirements for pre-qualification and pre-approval for a mortgage loan. As many may not think to ask “what’s the difference?”  So here it is, short and sweet. And remember to consult a licensed mortgage professional for further clarification as...