Roz Spoto-Craw's Blog

Posted on 03/12/2021
Vienna, VA Real Estate Market Update 3/12/2021
Click here to view Vienna, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
Read More
Posted on 03/10/2021
Sustainability Room by Room
Photo by Rovelyn Camato from Pexels Every room inside your home provides you with an opportunity to adopt a fresh, green lifestyle. When you focus on each individual room within your home, you can quickly create a sustainable space to live and grow. These tips can help you improve every room in your house until you have a...
Sustainable Living
Green Home
+ 1 more
Read More
Posted on 03/03/2021
How Conforming Loan Limit Increase Affects the Jumbo Market
Image by Arek Socha from Pixabay If you bought a house that was over $484,350 prior to 2020, you had to get a jumbo loan, which is a non-conforming loan. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) increased the limit on conforming loans to $510,400 in most areas. The FHFA also increased the loan limit to $765,600 in some...
Jumbo Loan
Mortgage
+ 1 more
Read More
Posted on 02/24/2021
VIENNA, VA Real Estate Market Update
Click here to view VIENNA, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
Read More
Posted on 02/24/2021
Improving Energy Efficiency in an Older House
Photo by Vivint Solar from Pexels When your pocketbook determines you can’t afford a new, energy-efficient home, you can still satisfy your preferences by upgrading an older house. Try these options for improving energy efficiency in your home. Apply for the FHA’s Energy-Efficient Mortgage program. With an EEM, you can finance an already energy-efficient home or use funds...
Homeownership
Energy Efficiency
+ 1 more
Read More
Posted on 02/17/2021
The Importance of Conducting a Title Search Prior to Purchase
Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There are many title companies available to complete a title search for you. However, if you’re trying to reduce some of the costs associated with buying a property, you can complete a title search on your own and potentially save hundreds of dollars. 1. Identify the Property Start by gathering as much...
Properties
Real Estate Title
+ 1 more
Read More
Posted on 02/10/2021
Time for the Contract - What It Should Include
Photo by Mohamed Hassan via PixabayBuying and selling real estate is a complicated process that takes time. Because you are making a life decision and dealing with strangers, you should always have a valid purchase contract. Real estate agents use a standard contract, but the buyer and/or seller may make changes to that contract. In making changes, be...
Home Buyer
Home Seller
+ 7 more
Read More
Posted on 02/08/2021
Vienna, VA Real Estate Market Update
Click here to view Vienna, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
Read More
Posted on 02/03/2021
Buying Investment Property Versus a Primary Residence
Photo by Alexander Zvir from Pexels Those who currently own a home may consider investing in a second home for income purposes. However, it is important to understand you may have hurdles to overcome when searching for a mortgage or obtaining homeowners insurance. Here are some of the most significant differences between buying an investment property and a...
Investing
Buyer Tips
+ 1 more
Read More
Posted on 01/27/2021
Home Staging: Why You Should Listen to Your Agent
Photo by John Wollwerth via Shutterstock No matter how well-intentioned, when it’s time to sell your home taking the advice of friends and family while disregarding the advice of your agent is a recipe for slowing down your home’s sale. Your professional agent knows the current market and what buyers look for. In fact, they may even have...
Home Staging
Home Staging
+ 3 more
Read More
Posted on 01/23/2021
VIENNA, VA Real Estate Market Update
Click here to view VIENNA, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
Read More
Posted on 01/23/2021
Video Tour - 1258 New Bedford Lane, Reston, VA 20194
MONEY MAGAZINE JUST SELECTED RESTON AS #1 LOCATION NATIONWIDE TO LIVE AND WORK FROM HOME! This home is perfection!! Modernized for 2021! Rarely available. This gorgeous home is situated on a picturesque lot in an enclave of coveted custom homes built by Ballantrae---minutes to Silverline Metro, Reston Town Center and Dulles International Airport. This home exudes class w/superior craftsmanship throughout. Offering 3 sides brick, 10 ft ceilings, 3 finished levels with so much new or remodeled + an addition of a mudroom and an enviable cedar screened Pavillion with stone fireplace to enjoy your outdoors in comfort, where you can sit, relax...
Real Estate
Reston
+ 3 more
Read More
BackNext
Showing Results
409 - 420 of590