Hi-tech, functional, and COOL!
Forget voice commands. That is so last Tuesday. With this product you can run your house with gestures (I see no limit to the fun here) and put virtual buttons anywhere in a room. So awesome! Check it out here.
Home security: You realize how important it is when you need it.
Home security systems provide a host of benefits beyond just physical safety including insurance discounts and peace of mind. Here's a good article on some of the options. Of course you can always have Second Amendment security as a backup like me!
How well do you know your home?
There are a handful of basic and simple things we must all know and be aware of in our homes that if we ignore can create huge problems and/or expenses that far exceed their seeming importance. These things take only a handful of minutes a year to familiarize yourself so go through this list and [...]
Is it smart to pre-pay your mortgage?
This is one of my favorite topics. With thanks to Dr. Doolittle for the assist, there are wise and defensible arguments to be made on both sides of this question. If this is something you are considering please reach out to me to discuss. The analysis of this is something I have done a great deal of study [...]
Is buying income property a good investment? 9 things to consider before diving in
Perhaps it's time to look at buying investment property While not for everyone, having some long term investments in income producing real estate has proven, over the long haul, to be a valuable part of any investment portfolio. Why not give me a call and we can see if now might be a good [...]
Man Battles His HOA for 7 Years Over a $500 Mailbox—and Wins
Homeowners 1....HOA zero!! HOA's play an important role but stories of their over reach are legion! Read about this aptly named couple (the STRONG's) triumph over their dictatorial HOA here. Patrick Henry would be proud!
February Market Update
Nothing can stop the real estate market here in Northern Virginia; not the rising interest rates, not the pull back of the FHA mortgage insurance premium reduction, not lack of inventory, and especially not this cold weather we are experiencing. Sales are strong and we appear to be headed for a robust spring [...]