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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.
April 5, 2024
Setting the right asking price for a home is a critical decision a seller will make. It can mean the difference between selling quickly and lagging on the market, or even selling below market value. But how exactly are asking prices determined, and what factors should sellers and their real estate agents consider? In this post, I'll walk through the intricacies of asking price determination, the methods used by professionals, and what to watch out for when pricing a home.
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September 5, 2025
Condo buyers in Arlington are often surprised by the fine print. From pets and rentals to flooring, parking, and even blinds, here are 10 condo rules that catch both buyers and sellers off guard.
February 21, 2024
In this comprehensive guide, we will walk through the essential steps you need to take to answer a fundamental question: How much house can you afford?
November 7, 2025
A single vague word in a condo inspection agreement cost one buyer thousands in repairs. Learn how to avoid this costly condo inspection mistake and protect your investment.
April 13, 2018
For some reason, people have come to treat Zestimates are the defacto standard. Maybe it has something to do with our desire for instant gratification. In today’s internet-obsessed society, we want instant answers. How accurate are they? Not very. They are better used as a starting point for determining value, not the endpoint.
May 2, 2025
In this edition of Ask the Broker, we break down what a “limited common element” really means in a condo. From balconies to parking spaces, learn which parts of the property are yours to use—but not to own—and why it matters when buying, selling, or budgeting for repairs.
April 10, 2025
A surge in Treasury yields just spooked the markets—and it’s pushing mortgage rates higher, too. Learn how the bond market (not the Fed!) drives mortgage rates, and what this means if you’re buying or selling real estate right now.
January 11, 2018
Every home seller dreams of receiving multiple offers above asking price with no contingencies when they put their property on the market. There are multiple offer situations in just about every market. Multiple offers will get buyers in a bidding war and bring the highest price, but sometimes price isn't the only objective. Here are 7 tips ...
