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Real Estate Agent - KW United | Alexandria/Kingstowne
I'm Reshawna Leaven, a local real estate professional in Virginia, Maryland & DC with Keller Williams Realty. In my blog, you will learn tips and advice on the current market and more. It's important to know how the process works before you enter the market. I welcome clients daily so call (240) 284-4114 to see if I can assist you with your home buying or selling needs or email me at reshawnaleaven@kw.com. - Thank you!
RECENT BLOG POSTS
In this hectic, modern world coming home to a relaxing space has become even more important. Creating a space which allows you and your family to renew their energy in a calm, peaceful environment is easier than you might think. The design colors you choose do more than anything else to create th...
06/07/2019
Serious investors already know the value of a diversified portfolio. In addition to stocks and bonds, real estate should be included in your investment mix. One way to accomplish this is to purchase, hold, rent or flip actual physical property, as part of your investment strategy. Real estate is ...
05/24/2019
You’ve heard the rumors; it’s a “Seller’s Market.” Well if you are actively searching for a new home, you know that it’s true. The low inventory of homes for sale has made things difficult for buyers. There just aren’t many homes for sale out there and when a nice listing does come to market, it’...
05/17/2019
The long evenings of the winter months invites families to stay home and enjoy the warmth of their own home. Naturally, attention turns to the fireplace as both providing extra heat and as the focal point of the room. New technology and environmentally friendly design has brought contemporary upd...
05/10/2019
The warmer months are coming, and if your outdoor space is not as inviting as you might like, it might be time to make some changes. Designing an outdoor space that you’ll look forward to spending time in doesn’t necessarily mean breaking the bank. The essential elements for a beautiful outdoor a...
05/03/2019
HECM for Purchase LoanWashington Metro Area Maximum Sales Price: $726,525 FHA Loan Created in 2009 Down payment as low as 50% Monthly Payment: No monthly payments necessary Eligible Buyers: Mininum age of 62 Qualification: Income is used only for the property taxes, insurance and homeowners and/c...
04/29/2019
Buying a home is typically the largest financial purchase most people make in their lifetimes. Of course you want to get the best possible deal, but with the desirable properties moving quickly on and off the market, how can you put yourself in the best position to get the best price when making ...
04/26/2019
If you are ready to put your home on the market, you already know that how it looks can make a significant difference in the sales price. If you are on a budget and don’t want to hire a professional stager, there are still some changes you can make which will create a big impact. Declutter; pack ...
04/19/2019
Fortunately we are starting to see less distressed properties for sale in most markets, but they do pop up. Often buyers are confused about the common terms used; short sale, foreclosure, distressed are all terms found in listings and can be confusing.First of all, the term “distressed” is a catc...
04/12/2019
Gone are the days when anyone could buy a home with just a promise and signature. No documentation loans allowed virtually anyone to buy a house with no money down with just a simple credit check. After the mortgage meltdown, this all changed. Lenders tightened guidelines and down payments were b...
04/05/2019
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