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December 21, 2018
May 10, 2024
If you’ve ever applied for a loan, credit card, or mortgage, chances are the lender has checked your credit report with one or more of these agencies. Understanding how these agencies work and what information they collect is vital for anyone interested in managing their credit and financial well-being.
October 3, 2025
The government shutdown is creating short-term challenges for buyers and sellers in Arlington—from slower FHA/VA/USDA loan processing to NFIP flood insurance lapses. Furloughed federal employees may not be able to use income to qualify until the shutdown ends, while Social Security/disability income continues. With smart planning and flexibility, closings can still move forward.
November 23, 2018
January 30, 2026
Same building, similar square footage… so why is one condo priced so much lower? Here are the real reasons—some obvious, some surprising—and how smart buyers spot the difference.
February 13, 2026
Selling your condo? Before you renovate, start with these seven small fixes that can increase value, attract stronger offers, and help your condo sell faster — without overspending.
September 12, 2025
Special assessments are one of the biggest hidden surprises in condo living. Here’s what buyers and sellers need to know to avoid being caught off guard.
May 3, 2015
Top Things to Consider When Buying a Condo Condos have long been considered an attractive home owning option for singles, but now they have become […]
January 17, 2025
In Arlington, real estate assessments are made every year for the full calendar year. There are two components to the assessment: Land and Improvements. Even for a condo, there is a land component. The improvement component is everything that was added to the land, e.g. the house or building. Here are 10 insights to know.
December 12, 2025
Struggling to save for a down payment? Many first-time buyers use a smart combo: borrowing from a 401(k) and negotiating seller-paid closing costs. Here’s how this strategy works, what lenders allow, and when it makes sense.
July 21, 2017
When the heat index rises above 100 degrees, which is all too frequent during a DC summer, the search for relief becomes paramount. And nothing says relief like jumping into a swimming pool. Ahhhhhhh. If you want a pool to call your own without having to maintain it, a condo with a pool is your answer.
