New School and Transportation Projects in Prince William

New School and Transportation Projects in Prince William

(Source of picture: Prince William County Public Schools)

As our communities and families grow in Gainesville, Haymarket and Bristow, we need more schools and infrastructure. The county has responded to the increased need for schools and roads by planning projects to build a new high school and working to improve roads to support more cars traveling throughout the county. Continue reading

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Deciding the Right Time to Downsize Your Home

Deciding the Right Time to Downsize Your Home

Your home is a huge investment, both financially and emotionally. Deciding to downsize can be a loaded decision. You may have raised your family there, spent some of the best years of your life and put a lot of money into buying and maintaining your home. There comes a time when it just makes sense to downsize to a smaller home so you can comfortably maintain your home and divert some of your extra funds to other things. Think about the following when you’re considering downsizing your home. Continue reading

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5 Must-Know Holiday Home Safety Tips

5 Must-Know Holiday Home Safety Tips

There’s nothing like being home for the holidays. Before the festivities get underway, you’ll want to make sure safety is at the top of your holiday to-do list. With all the decorating and running around, there are many extra hazards around your home to be aware of. Protect yourself, your loved ones and your investment in your home with these holiday safety tips. Continue reading

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What Is a Quitclaim Deed?

What Is a Quitclaim Deed?

General warranty deed, special warranty deed, quitclaim deed — just what do all these different types of deeds mean? Think of it this way. You have different deeds for different needs. When you have a professional real estate agent on your side, you never have to worry about not understanding all the terms you’ll come across during your real estate deal. A pro is there to help you navigate all the terminology you will encounter and help guide your educated decisions in the home buying or selling process. Continue reading

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What Is a Special Warranty Deed?

What Is a Special Warranty Deed?

You probably didn’t think you’d need to pull out your dictionary when you navigate buying or selling your home. But if hearing the words “special warranty deed” has you scratching your head, you’re most likely not alone. Don’t let the jargon scare you! A real estate agent can help you understand the terminology. Continue reading

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What Is a General Warranty Deed?

What Is a General Warranty Deed?

Buying a home is one of the biggest transactions most people make in their lifetime, so it’s no wonder there’s a lot of complex jargon associated with the process. One particularly important term you should be aware of is “general warranty deed.” Simply put, a general warranty deed is the best protection for a real estate buyer. Continue reading

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What Is a Selling Agent and What Can They Do for You?

What Is a Selling Agent and What Can They Do for You?

What Is a Selling Agent and What Can They Do for You?

Unless you’re in the real estate business, you may not know there are different kinds of agents out there — listing agent, selling agent, buyer’s agent, dual agent. How do you make sense of it all without taking real estate classes?

The terminology can be a bit confusing. For example, a selling agent does not represent the seller. Say, what? Continue reading

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Great Care in Your Neighborhood – Novant Hospital in Haymarket

Great Care in Your Neighborhood – Novant Hospital in Haymarket

Novant Hospital in Haymarket offers many specialties, offering you access to world-class doctors and surgeons without having to commute to D.C. or Richmond. Take a look at some of the specialized services that you can expect from this Northern Virginia-based hospital. Continue reading

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The Difference Between a Deed and a Deed of Trust

The Difference Between a Deed and a Deed of Trust

There are so many legal terms to navigate during a real estate transaction. You might feel like you’re studying for the bar exam when you’re purchasing a home. While the help of a professional real estate agent certainly will help you in your journey, it’s good to arm yourself with information so you fully understand all the terms that are part of a real estate transaction. Here is the difference between a deed and a deed of trust. Continue reading

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