Real Estate Escalation Clause
Getting outbid on an offer is one of the most frustrating experiences for buyers. You don’t want to make a ridiculously high offer right away,…
Author: Graham Tracey
Graham is the Co-Founder and Team Leader for Greater Reston Living. He strives to use the latest data, digital marketing strategies, and negotiation tactics to support clients buying, selling, or investing in real estate. In addition to being a REALTOR®, Graham is a certified Pricing Strategy Advisor, designated Seller Representative Specialist, and certified by GRID as an agent expert on building wealth through real estate investment.
Sinking Funds: Why Do You Need Them
Budgeting is at the foundation of your financial success, but it can feel difficult to keep an organized budget when large expenses come up. You…
Builders Are Building Smaller Homes
There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find…
Newly Built Homes Could Be a Game Changer This Spring
Buying a home this spring? You’re probably navigating today’s affordability challenges and dealing with the limited number of homes for sale. But, what if there was a…
Improving Your Credit Score for Home Buying
A strong credit score is extremely helpful when applying for a mortgage. If you’re planning to buy a house soon, you might wonder if your…
Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now?
You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home. And while…
Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans
If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do you have to…
Top 5 Essential Questions To Ask About HOA Fees
A homeowners association (HOA) can offer a number of valuable services to the community, but residents are required to pay fees in exchange. Some home…
Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You
If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s…
What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?
If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate…