Tax season is upon us and, this year, the filing deadline is April 18. The deadline was pushed back from April 15 because of Emancipation Day, which is a holiday in Washington, D.C. As you prepare your 2021 taxes, here are a few housing-related items to keep in mind. Home interest deductions · Mortgages that … Continue reading Tax Time: Housing-related Items to Keep in Mind
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The Facts Many Headlines Overlook
Context is Important. There are a lot of questions right now regarding the real estate market as we head into 2022. The forbearance program is coming to an end and mortgage rates are beginning to rise. With all of this uncertainty, anyone with a megaphone – from the mainstream media to a lone blogger – … Continue reading The Facts Many Headlines Overlook
Does Your House Have What Buyers Want?
The rise in remote work is changing what many Americans want in their homes. Many companies are choosing to delay reopening or go remote full-time, and today’s buyers are looking for homes with more space to support their work needs. As a seller, if you no longer need the extra room you have in your … Continue reading Does Your House Have What Buyers Want?
Selling In An Adjusting Market
As summer comes to a close, with school starting, and fall just around the corner, September brings a time of transition. If you’re thinking about selling your home, you may be hearing reports of inventory trickling back on the market in some locations and bidding wars appearing to be slightly less common. Here’s some insight on … Continue reading Selling In An Adjusting Market
Adorable Chevy Chase Cape Sold in 2 days!
My clients are delighted with their new home! This sunny Cape Cod home is perfectly situated on an expansive 9,600 Sq. Ft. quiet corner lot in the Town of Chevy Chase. The inviting Nantucket-style cottage, larger than it seems, has been tastefully renovated while carefully preserving the character and charm of the original 1928 home. … Continue reading Adorable Chevy Chase Cape Sold in 2 days!
Bethesda’s 2020 Top Real Estate Influencers
DISTRICT HOME MAGAZINE published its Elite Realtors Annual Edition 2021 and has included Hill among Bethesda's Top Producers and "Real Estate Influencers" for 2020. He is extremely grateful to his fantastic buyers and sellers who entrusted him with their largest investments, and he looks forward to helping you. Visit their Success Stories (under "Testimonials" tab … Continue reading Bethesda’s 2020 Top Real Estate Influencers
Myth vs. Fact: Private Exclusives
Gary Scott and Boomer Foster, Co-Presidents of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. provide perspectives on the market and the housing environment in the mid-Atlantic footprint of our company. In this episode of Real Talk with Gary & Boomer, they discuss why getting the maximum exposure for your home when you list it for sale … Continue reading Myth vs. Fact: Private Exclusives
How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place
We are becoming more virtually-oriented and very proficient in helping clients with tools and technology that ease the challenges of buying or selling a home in this environment. So rest assured that staying at home doesn't mean your search for a new place needs to come to a standstill. Take a look at the infographic … Continue reading How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place
Open For Business – Full Service, Virtually
I am Open for Business, as real estate is considered an "Essential Business" in DC, MD and VA. As the world grapples with the coronavirus, (COVID-19), I am playing a constructive role in responding to and helping mitigate the spread of the virus. Although Long & Foster | Christie's International Real Estate offices remain closed … Continue reading Open For Business – Full Service, Virtually
Unparalleled Strength and Care in Service to Clients
I want to provide an update on the real estate market as it relates to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and how I am in a unique position to help you. Unequaled Strength of Long & Foster Although DC, MD, and VA have stay in place orders, our numbers have been steady. Month-to-date, Long & Foster’s real estate … Continue reading Unparalleled Strength and Care in Service to Clients
The Best Real Estate Brokerage for Luxury Homes
I am honored to be associated with Long & Foster | Christie’s International Real Estate which has long been a market leader in Bethesda and has been named the Best Real Estate Brokerage for Luxury Homes in the annual Best of Bethesda awards. Hosted by Bethesda Magazine, the 2020 Best of Bethesda awards contest invites … Continue reading The Best Real Estate Brokerage for Luxury Homes
Housing Trends to Watch for in 2020
Economic Uncertainty, Consumer Confidence, Inventory, New Construction, Appreciation, and Sales are all Factors.
Fall/Winter Home Maintenance Tips
Fall is officially here. Before colder weather arrives, there are a few things I recommend my clients do to prepare their homes for the upcoming season. Taking these steps now can help ensure you’ll go through fall (and winter) without any problems. Shut off outside water faucets. Close valves inside the house, then turn on … Continue reading Fall/Winter Home Maintenance Tips
Long & Foster Recognizes Outstanding Service Award Recipient Hill Slowinski
Hill Slowinski is First Recipient of The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce’s ‘Above and Beyond Award' for Outstanding Service Susan Sanford, managing broker of the Bethesda All Points Office, is proud to announce that Hill Slowinski has received the ‘Above and Beyond Award’ from The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce. Click here to see … Continue reading Long & Foster Recognizes Outstanding Service Award Recipient Hill Slowinski
Mid-Year Update: Where Are We Now?
More than halfway through 2019, for those of you who are thinking of buying or selling a home this year, you might be wondering how the real estate market has shaped up so far this year.
"Decades of Exceptional Results" 