Frequently Asked Questions
When should I sell?
The Greater DC area is a year around market. Every time of year is good. Depending on the type of home you are selling some times are better than others. Ask Heather for a complete year over year report so you can see average sales prices by month in your area.
Should I buy or rent?
If you know you will be here for two years definitely buy.
This is a no brainer and you will come out ahead. With the costs of rents and deposits we can pretty much always get you into a home you are buying for the same or much less - even if you already own a home elsewhere. Average homes appreciate at least 2% in this area.
Your month over month costs will normally be less and there is a likelihood you will actually make money when you sell due to ever increasing demand for homes in this area.
Ask Heather to run the numbers for you each way.
What if I'm not ready to sell now?
Glad you asked. Working ahead we can plan for you to get the most for every dollar you spend on improving your home. Simply ask Heather to do a virtual or in person walk through to give you the best advice on what will bring you the best return on your investment of time and money.
Ask about paint colors, landscaping - ask about anything and everything. Ask now so I can help you make more money later. Even if you aren't planning on selling for several years let's help you come out ahead when you are ready to make that move.
I Don't even know where to start?
That is perfectly normal. Even people who have bought and sold several times before need good, local advice to navigate the Greater Washington DC real estate market.
Just call Heather for clear simple answers.
Do I have enough money to buy a house?
You may be pleasantly surprised that we can usually help people get into a home they are purchasing for less or the same as what it would cost to rent. There are several great programs available that promote home ownership with down payment grants to help you buy with little out of pocket expense.
How do I know I'm not getting ripped off ?
Easy. Heather gives you everything you need to know to make data driven decisions.
You see them numbers in black and white of similar average homes sales are in that area so you always know if you are getting a good deal or not.
Ask Heather about free Home Buying classes. These are online, completely free and can help you understand the process and know you are in the know at every stage of your home purchase.
Simply call Heather for anything you need to know.