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Posts By UrbanTurf Staff

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In The DC Area, Homebuyers Still Have The Upper Hand

In The DC Area, Homebuyers Still Have The Upper Hand

UrbanTurf Staff | July 10th 2025

Slowing home prices and a high supply of listings on the market are giving buyers more negotiating power.... read»

The DC Area Has A Lot Of Homes On The Market, But Far Fewer Than 10 Years Ago

The DC Area Has A Lot Of Homes On The Market, But Far Fewer Than 10 Years Ago

UrbanTurf Staff | July 9th 2025

While record home prices, elevated interest rates and federal cuts are all contributing to the rise in inventory, there actually aren't a lot of homes... read»

Mortgage Demand Pops As Rates Drop To Three-Month Lows

Mortgage Demand Pops As Rates Drop To Three-Month Lows

UrbanTurf Staff | July 9th 2025

Applications to purchase a home increased 9% week-over-week, and were 25% percent higher than a year ago, according to the Mortgage Bankers Associatio... read»

First-Timer Primer: Tax Relief for DC Homeowners

First-Timer Primer: Tax Relief for DC Homeowners

UrbanTurf Staff | July 9th 2025

When you buy a home in the District, you will have to pay property taxes along with your mortgage and homeowner's insurance. Luckily, DC has a few way... read»

8 Days Or Less: The DC Neighborhoods Where Homes Are Selling Fastest

8 Days Or Less: The DC Neighborhoods Where Homes Are Selling Fastest

UrbanTurf Staff | July 8th 2025

Even as the housing market has slowed this year in the DC region, there are still plenty of neighborhoods where homes are selling quickly.... read»

What is Renter's Insurance?

What is Renter's Insurance?

UrbanTurf Staff | July 8th 2025

In this article, UrbanTurf explores what renters insurance is and what it covers.... read»

Mortgage Rates Drop For Fifth Straight Week Heading Into July 4

Mortgage Rates Drop For Fifth Straight Week Heading Into July 4

UrbanTurf Staff | July 7th 2025

Freddie Mac reported 6.67% as the average on a 30-year mortgage, down ten basis points from the previous week.... read»

Are Plans For The Redevelopment of GEICO's Headquarters Inching Forward?

Are Plans For The Redevelopment of GEICO's Headquarters Inching Forward?

UrbanTurf Staff | July 7th 2025

The application filed with Montgomery County seeks to extend the validity of a plan to develop 500 units at the Friendship Heights site.... read»

Above Asking: A $150,000 Premium In Chevy Chase

Above Asking: A $150,000 Premium In Chevy Chase

UrbanTurf Staff | July 7th 2025

In this week's Above Asking, we highlight a four-bedroom home on a tree-lined Chevy Chase street and a three-bedroom listing in a former Logan Circle ... read»

Georgetown Four Seasons Residences Selling For Above $3,000 A Square Foot, Per Report

Georgetown Four Seasons Residences Selling For Above $3,000 A Square Foot, Per Report

UrbanTurf Staff | July 2nd 2025

The conversion of the Georgetown West Heating Plant into luxury residences may be the most expensive condo building in DC.... read»

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