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Housing is Now Cheap -- Or is It?

Housing is Now Cheap -- Or is It?

Mark Wellborn | December 30th 2009

Brett Arends, The Wall Street Journal columnist who we believe does a great job of explaining financial issues in layman’s terms, declared today... read»

Will the Silver Line Drive Tyson's Condo Prices Higher?

Will the Silver Line Drive Tyson's Condo Prices Higher?

Tim Brown | December 30th 2009

Proximity to Metro ranks with location and parking as high on the wish lists of homebuyers in the DC area. In a region plagued by traffic congestion, ... read»

Determined Buyer Looks at 298 Homes Before Making Her Decision

Determined Buyer Looks at 298 Homes Before Making Her Decision

Mark Wellborn | December 29th 2009

The Wall Street Journal has an interesting piece today on a northern California homebuyer who gives new meaning to the term “picky.” More ... read»

DC Housing Report: November 2009

DC Housing Report: November 2009

Fred Kendrick | December 29th 2009

Fred Kendrick of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, with help from Peter Clute of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, puts together a monthl... read»

The Real Deal with LEED Certfication

The Real Deal with LEED Certfication

Michael Kiefer | December 28th 2009

With green building becoming a standard in residential development, consumers are finding it necessary to quickly familiarize themselves with the LEED... read»

UrbanTurf Reader Asks: What Are the Chances That My Landlord Will Reduce My Rent?

UrbanTurf Reader Asks: What Are the Chances That My Landlord Will Reduce My Rent?

Mark Wellborn | December 28th 2009

In this week’s installment of UrbanTurf Reader Asks, a reader wonders what the chances are that she can get her landlord to reduce her rent for ... read»

Restoring a House in the City

Restoring a House in the City

Tim Brown | December 28th 2009

For those of you searching for a late holiday gift, Ingrid Abramovitch's Restoring a House in The City may fit the bill for someone interested in home... read»

Fannie Mae’s “First Look Initiative” Gives Homebuyers a Competitive Edge

Fannie Mae’s “First Look Initiative” Gives Homebuyers a Competitive Edge

Tim Brown | December 23rd 2009

Fannie Mae has introduced a program that now gives homeowners a leg up when bidding on foreclosed properties in its portfolio.... read»

What Does $550K Buy You in DC?

What Does $550K Buy You in DC?

Mark Wellborn | December 23rd 2009

In this week's installment of What X Buys You, we look in the $550,000 price point where we find a spacious two-bedroom condo with plenty of views on ... read»

National Home Sales Up 7.4 Percent in November

National Home Sales Up 7.4 Percent in November

Mark Wellborn | December 22nd 2009

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) today announced that national home sales activity hit an annually-adjusted 6.54 million units in November, ... read»

Homebuyer Programs for DC Residents

Homebuyer Programs for DC Residents

Michele Lerner | December 22nd 2009

While potential homebuyers keep their attention focused on the federal tax credit for first-time and repeat buyers, they may be missing out on program... read»

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