Tips & Tools for Creating a Life and Home you Love!

Selling your home in the spring is usually best for most homeowners.  The time of year isn’t just blooming with flowers but also buyers! Starting in March and going through June, the real estate market is in full force throughout the NOVA area. Just about anyone who is looking for a home is hitting open […]

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At first thought, it may seem logical to take any extra money you might have (thank you work bonus!) and pay down your mortgage. Seems like a good idea on the surface, but let’s dive deeper and see if it’s right for YOU. Tackling mortgage debt on the fast track is not highly recommended unless […]

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Are you giving your credit score the attention it deserves? If you’re even thinking about buying a home or refinancing your current one in the near future, then you need to show it some love. Make sure you understand the ins and outs of your score and what you can do to make it more […]

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As a homeowner, you should have gained some equity in your home since living there and paying your mortgage down. Have you ever considered using this equity to finance some of your needs if you don’t have the cash flow? A home equity loan or line of credit are two ways to get the necessary […]

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Who hasn’t checked out online real estate sites for price estimates of their own home, a neighbor’s home, or even a beach house when on vacation?  Most of us are guilty as charged! It’s easy to see why these sites and apps are tempting to use since buyers and sellers can get marketing information directly […]

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Homeowners like to see their home increase in value — it means you made a good decision purchasing this property. Kudos to you! But before you start high-fiving about how much your home is worth, you might want to take a closer look at your tax assessment. Remember … the higher the assessment, the higher […]

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In this 2-part series, Greening Your Home, you’ll learn ways to make your home more energy-efficient while also saving you money in the long run. This second article lists some simple ways you can save energy in your home. Caring about the environment and being “green” can be easier than you think as a homeowner. […]

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In this 2-part series, Greening Your Home, you’ll learn ways to make your home more energy-efficient while also saving you money in the long run. In this first article, you’ll learn why energy audits can help you solve some of your home’s energy dilemmas. Caring about the environment and being “green” can be easier than […]

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The wear and tear on your home from the outside elements each season is something you should never ignore as a homeowner.  Wind, snow, ice, rain, and sun can cause damage over a period of time if left unchecked. Whether you’re living in a single-family home or a townhome, you need to schedule regular maintenance […]

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You love your neighborhood and everything about where you live, but you wish you could make some changes to your home.  You’re not alone with this thinking. But many homeowners don’t move forward since they believe that financing and lack of cash is a roadblock for them when it comes to renovating their current home. […]

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I'm Anna, a Realtor® with a passion for helping first-timers and up-sizers find home in Northern Virginia.

If you've been thinking about buying your first home, or moving to your forever home, and are just not sure of the steps involved, or even where to start, then I'm glad you're here! 


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