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Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty | Washington, DC - SP600683
Welcome to 'The Real Property Talk' — your go-to source for smart, strategic, and hyper-local real estate insights across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, savvy investor, or curious homeowner, this blog breaks down everything you need to know about the DMV market: neighborhood trends, new developments, buying and selling tips, and expert commentary on what’s shaping real estate in the region. From luxury condo conversions in DC to suburban gems in Maryland and investment hot spots in Northern Virginia, we cover it all — with clarity, candor, and a deep love for the communities we serve.
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If you've ever wondered how long the average homeowner actually stays in their house before moving on , you're not alone. In the ever-shifting real estate markets of Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, understanding homeownership trends is more than just trivia. It’s key to making sm...
07/06/2025
The Washington, DC real estate market continues to move at lightning speed, and for many buyers—and even new agents—it can feel overwhelming. As a young real estate professional based on the East Coast, I’ve seen firsthand just how competitive the DC market has become. Multiple cash offers, biddi...
07/05/2025
🏢 Why Buying a Condo Isn’t Financial Suicide — And How to Do It Smartly When it comes to buying real estate, condos often get an unfair reputation—especially in online forums. It’s not uncommon to see condos referred to as "financial suicide" or “money pits with shared walls.” But is that really ...
07/04/2025
When it comes to real estate, few phrases grab attention like:  “All-Cash Offer” Whether you're buying a starter home or a multi-million dollar property, especially in a competitive market, you've probably asked:“Do cash offers really give me an edge?” Let’s dive in.  ---   What Exactly Is a Cash...
07/03/2025
If you’ve been quietly lurking on real estate websites, Googling phrases like “how to buy my first home,” “mortgage tips for first-time buyers,” or “what’s included in closing costs,” you’re not alone. The homebuying journey can feel like a crash course in finance, contracts, and stress managemen...
07/02/2025
Click here to search for homes for sale in Congress Heights   Here are the May 2017 closed sales for Congress Heights, DC. The stats and comparison for the previous month's sales (April 2017) are as follows: April 2017: Sales Total: 18Standard/non-delinquent: 12REO/Bank Owned: 3Short Sales: 2Fore...
06/01/2017
   Search current inventory of homes for sale in Capitol Hill, DC The Capitol Hill neighborhood had a GREAT year in 2014 with sales at and above asking price! Of the 10 homes (non-condo) that have sold so far this year in Capitol Hill/20003, 5 were listed under 700K and out of those 5, one of the...
01/26/2015
I see a need to address an issue that I have noticed within the last month or so. In our local MLS, I have seen a few listings that didn’t have a decent amount of photos. Now these aren’t listings that are “ugly” or “rundown” homes that only an investor with a really good vision could love. One ...
05/20/2014
DC Luxury Homes for Sale in Woodley Park, DC   Search current inventory of Luxury homes for sale in Woodley Park, DC Listing Details: Luxury homes for sale in Woodley Park, DC 2849 MCGILL TERRACE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 Price: $2,150,000 MLS ID: DC8218689 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 Estimated squar...
12/18/2013
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY DECEMBER 8 FROM, 1-3 PM/1629 POTOMAC AVE SE   More character and charm has come on the market in Capitol Hill! This home listed by Fulcrum Properties Group is move in ready and would love to have a new buyer as its early Christmas present!    There are plenty of homes in Capitol...
12/07/2013
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