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So you’ve decided to sell your home.  Maybe you’re leaving the area. Maybe you’re staying local but need something a little bigger.  No matter why you’re moving, one thing is true: you only get one chance to get it right.  Homebuyers are becoming more selective than ever in what they want, and if you don’t grab them at the first visit they usually won’t come back!  We’ve put together the following home selling tips for 2019 to help you impress buyers, generate offers, and get more money for your listing. 1. Pay attention to pre-listing repairs I sometimes jokingly say that...

When considering a home renovation, the possibilities are endless! Renovation projects, especially kitchen renovations in Fairlington, can be a huge undertaking. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Bob DeLong, owner of DeLong Home Improvement, to talk about his experience with kitchen renovations. DeLong has been a homeowner in Fairlington since the original conversion in 1977 and has worked on over 600 Fairlington properties! He has also “flipped” 5 Fairlington homes, adding high-end renovated kitchens. All five of their Fairlington projects had multiple offers and were under contract within days! What are some of your most requested kitchen renovation...

You only have one opportunity to make a first impression! While professional photography is a great start, home staging is another resource that can make your home shine. Check out the video below to see the two home staging services that we offer, light staging and full staging, in action. Filmed at our latest listing for sale in Alexandria, VA, 610 W View Terrace is an excellent opportunity to purchase a single-family home in Alexandria!

Getting your home ready for photography is one of the most important things you can do! According to the National Association of Realtors, 87% of buyers found online photos to be an important resource. Our Marketing Coordinator, Yolanda Castleman, will meet with the professional photographer the day of your home’s photo session to make any last minute adjustments. Prior to that, we recommend that homeowners do the following to prepare their homes for photography: – The entry/foyer area is the buyer’s/renter’s first impression of your home. Put any jackets and shoes into a closet. -Less is more! Clear off any excess knick knacks...

It’s official: Amazon is coming to Northern Virginia. If you are thinking about buying, selling, or renting a home in the area over the next couple of years, this can bring a lot of uncertainty. Kay Houghton and Associates is here to help the community understand the impact that Amazon’s HQ2 will have on the area. Jobs According to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) released by the Commonwealth of Virginia, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership Authority, and Amazon.com Services Inc., Amazon HQ2 will bring a minimum of 25,000 jobs to the area, which may go as high as 37,850. This will happen in two...