6 first-time homebuyer mistakes to avoid
First-time homebuyers may want to watch for six common mistakes: skipping mortgage pre-approval, overlooking additional costs like taxes and maintenance, ignoring location factors, underestimating f...
Home sales still rising, according to December market report
Home sales in Loudoun County rose 3.1% year-over-year in December 2025, with a 6% increase for the full year, indicating resilient buyer demand despite higher rates. Sales gains were notable in Leesburg and Sterling, while rural areas saw dec...
Will Housing Affordability Improve in 2026?
Mortgage rates: Expected to stay in the low-6% range, easing payments versus recent years.
Inventory: Home supply forecast to rise another 8.9%, improving buyer choice.
Home prices: National price gro...
Housing Affordability Could Make Improvements in 2026
Housing affordability may improve slightly in 2026 due to moderating mortgage rates.
Mortgage rates are expected to settle in the low-6% range, easing some buyer pressure.
Home prices will continue ri...
7 Things to Know About Comparing Mortgages
To navigate mortgage shopping, it helps to review your credit report and understand how debt-to-income ratio is commonly evaluated. Down payments can affect loan terms and upfront costs, though rates and fees vary by market and individual fac...
2026 Homebuyers Under ‘Higher For Longer’ Rates
Mortgage rates near 6% aren’t scary anymore—they’re the new normal heading into 2026.
The Fed isn’t panicking—steady jobs and stubborn inflation keep rates higher longer.
Sub-4% mortgages ar...
Northern Virginia Housing Market Ends 2025 with Resilience and Measured Optimism
Northern Virginia's 2025 housing market showed a 1.55% increase in units sold and a 6.04% rise in sold dollar volume, with median prices up 2.78% to $750,000. Inventory expanded, easing competition, though higher mortgage rates and affor...
Ashburn Inventory Drops Sharply, Creating Opportunity
December 2025 saw a significant reduction in available homes for sale in Ashburn, VA. Inventory fell by nearly 39% from the previous month, and months of supply dropped by 80%. This tightening market could benefit sellers and motivate buyers ...
Happy Lunar New Year
恭喜發財. Wishing you prosperity.
Lunar New Year, is the most important celebration observed in China, with cultural and historic significance.The New Year celebration is centered around removing t...