Should You Still Expect a Bidding War?

  If you’re still worried about having to deal with a bidding war when you buy a home, you may be able to let some of that fear go. While multiple-offer situations haven’t disappeared entirely, they’re not nearly as common as they used to be. In fact, a recent survey shows agents reported only 1 i

Washington, D.C. Metro Housing Market Report – July 2025

  Housing Market Trends   Inventory is rising quickly in the Washington D.C. metro. At the end of July, there were 10,283 active listings across the region, which is up 40.1% compared to a year ago. The inventory of attached homes and condos is now at or above pre-pandemic levels, but the number of

Baltimore Metro Housing Market Report –July 2025

  Housing Market Trends   Market activity stalled in the Baltimore metro area. Both buyers and sellers are cautious as the housing market is shifting. In July, the total number of closed sales in the Baltimore region was 5.0% lower than last July, and new pending sales were down by 4.7%. New listin

What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

  According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed. Let that sink in. That means most homebuyers think they need better credit than they actually do – and maybe you’re one of them. And that could make you