While the market is HOT and inventory is low, don't assume just putting a for sale sign on your front lawn is going to get you top dollar! Today, I'm sharing some strategies on how to truly market your home for success . 02/19/2021

Homes Near Ashburn’s Silver Line Metro Station – 15 February 2021 … Metro’s Silver Line’s Phase 2 extending to and northwest of Dulles Airport is currently planned for mid-2021.  There are a number of homes (of all types) located within walking distance of the new and planned Silver Line station (w/i a radius of 1 mile) currently available for sale.  If you've been considering buying near a Metro Station, this might be the moment. Like to see currently available homes near the Silver Line Stations ... Visit New Metro Silver Line Station Homes .  Or, if you’d like give our new Website www.PetesMyRealtor.com a visit. 02/17/2021

 The real estate market across the DC metro area is HOT! As a home sellers, should you list now in the middle of the Winter or wait until spring? What's the best time to list your home in the Fairfax & Loudoun county of Northern Virginia. With inventory at an all-time low, are the cards really in your favor? Today's video shares the benefits of selling your home in a competitive buyers' market. and what that means to you as a home seller. 02/14/2021

With little to no inventory home, buyers in Northern Virginia Fairfax & Loudoun county are exploring New construction homes from the home builders. 🚧🔨With new construction becoming an option, it may seem quite intriguing to purchase a brand new never lived-in before home. But is it as simple as it seems? Today, I'm sharing a few things for you to take into consideration when it comes to investing in new construction.Do you need a Realtor to represent you while buying a new construction home?    02/12/2021

Just when you think there are no homes on the market....Here comes brand new single-family construction homes in a stunning community, Hartland!🔑 Models will be ready to view soon!🔑 With a new construction home, you can have more options such as upgrades, cabinet styles, and more.🔑 It will truly be a move-in-ready home and all you'll have to do is unpack your belongings.🔑 Some of the amenities include a pool, fitness center, walking trails, car charging stations, and more!I'm happy to review your options, schedule a time to view the Hartland community, and provide you guidance when it comes to new construction!Let's schedule a time to connect 📲 at 703-625-4949.  02/09/2021

While we struggle with historic LOW inventory our new construction builders can find a diamond in the city (ya rough would not be applicable) There are many home buyers opportunities in the Loudoun county Ashburn area. Builders like NV Homes, Ryan Homes, Dan Ryan, Van Metre, Miller & Smith, and Tri-Point have exciting new communities in the area. Some of them will start selling in spring or later 2021 but here is a list with a tentative vicinity of these communities. Community includes:Downtown Brambleton  Tri Pointe HomesWest Park - Tri Pointe Homes & Van Metre HomesMetro Walk at Moorefield Station - Towns Toll BrothersDemott & Silver - Van Metre Homes (Broadlands)Arcola Town Center - Ryan Homes (Dulles 22066)The Townes at One Loudoun Miller & Smith New construction can open up so many... 02/05/2021

Accordingly to a January 2021 survey by Virginia Realtor what buyers are looking for Condominiums were considered less attractive. "According to REALTORS®, condominiums are less attractive to buyers in January than they were a year ago. About 4 out of 10 REALTORS® said that buyers are less likely to be looking for a condo now than they were last year. This reflects the desire during the pandemic for more space and a slight shift from urban locations."Do you think the Condo market in the Northern Virginia Fairfax & Loudoun county is Dead?The biggest deal-breaker for a condo is the condo fees. With the lower interest rates, the buyers can afford to stretch their budget and pay a bit more in the mortgage payment rather than pays for the high condo fees.As stated in the survey pandemic has ... 02/02/2021

In the HOT CRAZY Northern Virginia housing market as a home buyer or a home seller do you wonder Why the Real Estate Deals Fail? Why the home is back on the market? What went wrong with the real estate transaction that the house is back on the market.Here are the top 5 reasons a Real Estate Deal Failed:Buyer's Cold Feet: Considering the chaotic Fairfax, Loudoun & Prince William housing market many buyers are making decisions on the spot of buying a home. Sometimes a buyer will get cold feet and regret their impulsive buying decision. They may void the contract on HOA or condo documents.Financing: Even though the interest rates are historically lowest we still have to face the facts of buyers' income, debt to income ratio, visa status, and other terms that could impact their loan qualifi... 01/26/2021

There's only one word to describe the Fairfax Real Estate Market in December 2020 - HOT!With 134 Cash transactions and Sales Dollar Volume increasing to 31.23% compared to December 2019, we continue to be in a strong seller's market. The Average days on the market was a NEGATIVE 38.71% compared to last December. This means the small amount of inventory currently on the market is moving QUICKLY AND oftentimes entering a multiple offer situation because buyers today are eager and committed.If you are thinking of selling - 👉now👈 is a good time to talk. Let's schedule an in-person OR virtual consultation to get started! (703) 625-4949.  01/15/2021

2020 was most certainly a year to remember.  There was a lot of talk going on and anticipating a housing market crash.  But...... that is far from what happened.    Even during the holidays, Loudoun County real estate is traditionally the 'slow' season.  With the desire for more space, working from home, remote learning, the buyer demand is stronger than ever. Qualified home buyers are coming in with extremely strong offers.  In December 2020, the average sales price compared to the original list price is NOW at 100.% which means homes are being sold at or above list price.  The Sales Dollar Volume increased by 50% in comparison to December 2019.  And....inventory was NEGATIVE 59.11% compared to last December. So what do all these numbers mean? If you're considering buying a home in 202... 01/14/2021

New construction or resale in the Northern Virginia Fairfax County has seen the strongest days since 2005. As a veteran Realtor serving Fairfax county for over 17 years I am assumed by the patch of land our builders find to build a community.Ryan Home's Foster Glen will be available as the newest new construction townhomes in the Herndon VA 20171 zipcode. Townhome Models at Foster Glen: Both the models have been sold in the past at different Ryan Homes' new home communities in Loudoun County. Hepburn - A cute and relatively smaller model with a 1 car garage*Basement has option bath or you can convert the recreation room into a bedroom with a full bath. This will add a 3rd bedroom in the home. The main level offers beautiful open floor plans with a kitchen, breakfast room, and living roo... 01/11/2021

When things are MOVING too fast and TOO high many of us become cynical. We question is this too good to be TRUE or we are about to fall flat on our face. Pre-COVID Northern Virginia Housing market which typically appreciated 4-5% annually saw during COVID a double-digit appreciation of the home value. In some cities of Fairfax & Loudoun county, we saw a 15+% increase in home values.A handful of times a week I get this question from my past clients, buyers, and prospects looking to buy or sell their home: Will the Northern Virginia housing Market CRASH like 2008?I have lived in Northern Virginia are over 2 decades and truly believe in the housing value of our area. The confidence is knowing the local economy of our region. Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Alexandria, and Arlington has g... 01/04/2021

Loudoun County “Data Center Alley” is the world's largest concentration in data centers. Loudoun County has ranked amongst the Richest counties in the U.S. and with the highest average household income. As a Loudoun County Realtor and a resident for over 2 decades, I have seen the population soar. Its proximity to D.C. and the Dulles high-tech corridor has attracted families and prospects that want work-life balance.In 2020 the Loudoun county housing market could not keep up with the strong demand. While working with new construction home builders in Aldie, Leesburg and Ashburn almost felt like 2005 when my home buyers have to register for that 1 home site to be released. Some builders opted for the lottery system. Forgot about incentives. The attitude among new home sales was to take i... 12/25/2020

2020 will be remembered by everyone for centuries. At the beginning of the year, unemployment rates to fear of the unknown had lead to a lack of confidence in the Northern Virginia housing market. Real estate and overall economic outlook were seen with the septical view. Home prices and average days of the market home were about an average for the time of the year. During the course of late spring & summer While still learning and adjusting to the new normal Northern Virginia real estate market gain confidence and momentum. Renter or homeowners who were cooked in tiny space wanted a larger space for their home office or kids' distance learning. Fairfax & Loudoun both saw a huge surge in housing demand. Demand was not just from the local resident but also we saw an influx of home buyers ... 12/25/2020

The housing market around the country is crazy hot.It reminds me of 2005 -2006 when as a Northern Virginia Realtor we use to run around like a manic, write offers on the hood of the car trunk, and fax or hand-deliver the offers. Some of the agents back then still did not have a cell phone so waiting by our office or home phone until late-late night to hear a decision. And again back in the morning at 7 AM off on the road to see the home that just popped on the market. While some of my other buyers were camping in front of the builders' office for the home site release. If you have lived through the 2005-2006 housing market 2020 housing market is no different. But we do have the luxury of technology. Should you give up hope as a home buyer?Here are a few tips as a seasoned Realtor in Fai... 12/19/2020

If you are house-hunting in the Northern Virginia Loudoun county you know how tight the market is. Extremely low inventory with multiple offers. November 2020, the real estate market reflects the HOT and TIGHT housing market in Ashburn, Aldie, Leesburg, Chantilly, Sterling, Potomac Falls, Brambleton, and other areas of Loudoun county.ACTIVE LISTINGSWe saw a drop of 52% compared to Nov 2019 in the active listings on the market.NEW PENDINGUp by 33% of all the homes are pending on the market in Loudoun county compared to Nov. 2012.AVERAGES DAYS ON THE MARKET:This is the BIGGEST number we are down -50% compared to  Nov 2019SOLD DOLLAR VOLUMEIf average days on the market do not surprise you the sold dollar volume is up 63.52% compared to Nov. 2019.  If you are on a fence to buy or sell your ... 12/18/2020

Homes Near Ashburn’s Silver Line Metro Station – 15 Dec 2020 … Metro’s Silver Line’s Phase 2 extending to and northwest of Dulles Airport is currently planned for mid-2021.  There are a number of homes (of all types) located within walking distance of the new and planned Silver Line station (w/i a radius of 1 mile) currently available for sale.  If you've been considering buying near a Metro Station, this might be the moment. Like to see currently available homes near the Silver Line Stations ... Visit New Metro Silver Line Station Homes .  Or, if you’d like give our new Website www.PetesMyRealtor.com a visit. 12/15/2020

Start 2021 a home purchase in the New Construction community of Hartland in Loudoun county. Located in Ashburn Just off of Fleetwood between Evergreen Mills and Rt 50 Site plan, Sales price, and floorplans are yet to be released. All we know for how that phase 1 of the Hartland community is tentatively the second quarter of 2021. Builders that have been listed for permits by Loudoun county are NV Homes, Ryan Homes, Dan Ryan Homes, and Van Metre Homes.   Interested in learning or want to keep updated with the release of this new construction community?  Contact Ritu Desai Associate Broker Samson Properties 703-625-4949 Info@eNOVAHomes VA Lic# 0225077251         12/02/2020

Homes Near Ashburn’s Silver Line Metro Station – 15 Nov 2020 … Metro’s Silver Line’s Phase 2 extending to and northwest of Dulles Airport is currently planned for mid-2021.  There are a number of homes (of all types) located within walking distance of the new and planned Silver Line station (w/i a radius of 1 mile) currently available for sale.  If you've been considering buying near a Metro Station, this might be the moment. Like to see currently available homes near the Silver Line Stations ... Visit New Metro Silver Line Station Homes .  Or, if you’d like give our new Website www.PetesMyRealtor.com a visit. 11/16/2020

The anxiety of the election is behind us how is the housing market in Northern Virginia? As buyers and seller's real estate agents we have not seen a huge impact on the housing market in Fairfax and Loudoun county.Key driving factors are still the same: Historic low-interest rates, desire to have more space due to COVID, and a low unemployment rate.Will this trend continue or the housing market will crash?As an almost two decades experienced Realtor in the Virginia area, we have seen big tech companies constantly hiring or relocating employees across the globe. Apart from that government spending has attracted many highly paid positions. The low unemployment rates have directly impacted the high demand for our housing market for both rents and for sale. We are not expecting a nose dive... 11/11/2020