Jon Coile, chairman of Rockville-based multiple-listing service MRIS, writes an occasional column on the Washington-area housing market. Home inspections are helpful for home buyers who hope their dream home has no major flaws. A house is like a car: It needs ongoing maintenance, and some parts have a limited life span. Inspectors often point out...
If, like most people, you’ve looked at a sofa or a bookcase or a lamp and wondered how it would look in your home, you probably measured your space, sent a link to a friend and fretted over your choice. You may have even brought the item home from a store or had it delivered...
Filed under: Buying, Renting, Selling Getty By Trulia Home-buying and selling is stressful - and with industry acronyms and real estate terms flying at you from all directions, you may feel overwhelmed navigating your new real estate reality. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer sifting through home for sale in Chicago, IL, or a seasoned investor, there's always more to learn. Trulia's quick guide to...
Jon Coile, chairman of Rockville-based multiple-listing service MRIS, writes occasional commentary on the Washington area housing market. This year, many people in the real estate industry are anticipating that the spring market will be especially robust. Many buyers want to take advantage of the current rates before further increases are announced. The stock market has...