There Is A Cost When Waiting To Buy

access_timeApril 12, 2022personThierry Roche

Ever seen something on sale on a website? Sometimes, shopping online can really get you some great deals! And, maybe you see that item, you’re interested, but there isn’t really that full sense of urgency. Maybe there are other things going on in your life and you just didn’t get back to that item for […]

What Options Can Equity Give Homeowners?

access_timeMarch 23, 2022personThierry Roche

According to CoreLogic’s Homeowner Equity Insights, Americans have seen the equity in their homes increase by 29.3% year over year in the fourth quarter of 2021. The average home equity during that time period was a whopping gain of $55,000. This increase is a fuel that homeowners are experiencing. A fuel which is a large […]

Let’s Assume A Few Things – We’re Talking About Assumptions

access_timeMarch 5, 2022personThierry Roche

Looking for an alternative to paying higher, current rates? This could benefit buyers with lower closing costs while saving money on the payment. Your alternative could be existing FHA and VA mortgages – they’re assumable at the note rate to owner-occupied buyers who qualify. For the last 20 years, rates have been steadily coming down […]

Will it Hurt if I Wait to Buy?

access_timeAugust 2, 2013personThierry Roche

“The risk of a wrong decision is preferable to the terror of indecision.” – Maimonides Whether you agree with the quote above or not, by delaying your decision to buy in today’s market it will cost you more. Indecision has lost more money than any bad decision every did. As I have reported to you […]

"Please take our offer…"

access_timeMay 8, 2013personThierry Roche

Homeowners with homes for sale in Northern Virginia have found that the housing climate has changed very quickly. Buyers, who still think it’s a buyer’s market have been surprised to find listing prices rising and they are missing their opportunity to buy the home they really want.

Save Money on Your Taxes by Bunching

access_timeApril 4, 2013personThierry Roche

Having low mortgage interest rates can be a drawback if the total interest and property taxes paid are below the amount paid for a standard deduction. If you plan a little you may be able to improve your situation at least every other year. Anyone that keeps tabs on their taxes knows that you can […]

Smart Buyer Tips – Northern Virginia Real Estate 2013

access_timeJanuary 8, 2013personThierry Roche

If you have been shopping for Fairfax, Va real estate recently, you may notice prices are rising again, and competition for homes has started heating up. A “sellers market” may be where you find yourself as a buyer if you are looking at homes for sale in Northern Virginia.
As the market shifts from a buyer’s market, it’s good to know how to improve your chances to have the seller accept your offer. The secret to finding the best home at the best price is knowing how to present your offer in this changing market.

Home Warranties – Avoid the Unexpected in Northern Virginia

access_timeDecember 19, 2012personThierry Roche

Do you know the pros and cons of having a home warranty? It’s common for sellers to offer home warranties on their properties, and buyers might find it an incentive. But a growing number of owners of Fairfax, VA real estate and Vienna, VA real estate are purchasing home warranties without even being in a real estate transaction. Some have seen that the home warranty service agreement can limit the unexpected expenses of repairs and replacements of the home you intend to live in for awhile.

Have Your Tenants Send Your Kids to College

access_timeDecember 11, 2012personThierry Roche

There are many owners of Fairfax, Va real estate who are concerned right now about how to afford one of the larger price tags of parenthood: funding your child’s college education. As homeowners, we have a lot of things to save for and invest in, but not always enough discretionary income after the family essentials have been met. In almost any economy, wise real estate investors have an interesting option…

FHA Changes – Higher Costs to You – Northern Virginia Real Estate

access_timeDecember 4, 2012personThierry Roche

Are you a buyer looking to purchase Fairfax, Va real estate or other Northern Virginia real estate? Actually, anyone looking to purchase a new home with an FHA mortgage loan needs to be aware of some changes on the horizon for mortgage insurance premium (MIP) requirements.

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