Chantilly Real Estate Blog
October 25, 2013
Barbecue season is all but over, and you won’t be spending as much time out on the deck. Don’t let it get you down, though. Spring will be here before you know it. There are a lot of things that can wear down and damage your deck, so protect your deck and make sure it stays in tip top shape over the winter.
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Topics: Around the Home, Chantilly residents, Homeowner Tips, Winter Preperation
October 23, 2013
If you are looking to buy a home, you might be wondering whether you should be looking for properties that are right in the center of the city or property in a rural area a short drive away.
The rural or urban decision will ultimately be up to you, as there are advantages and disadvantages to either option. The main difference will lie in your priorities â what type of lifestyle is most important to you?
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Topics: Homes In The City, Mortgage Loans, Northern Virginia, Rural Homes
October 18, 2013
The kids are back in school, the weather is getting cooler and your yard is covered in a layer of fallen leaves. Yep, it’s that time of the year again, but don’t think of fall leaves as a chore. They can be a useful resource for fertilizing your lawn or even decorating your home for autumn.
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Topics: Around the Home, Chantilly, Home Maintance, Homeowner Tips
October 16, 2013
You may have heard the term Private Mortgage Insurance when looking to finance real estate. What is PMI, and how do you know when you need to purchase it?
The answer can be hard to find among all the real estate jargon you’re hearing lately. Below is the short version of what you need to know.
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Topics: Chantilly home buyers, Home Buyer Tips, Home Mortgage Tips, Private Mortgage Insurance
October 3, 2013
When you own a home, there are additions that you can make to the property that will improve the value of your home. For example, a newly renovated kitchen or bathroom is a popular choice that will really make the home more desirable to buyers.
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Topics: Chantilly Home, Home Prices, Home Renovations, Home Seller Tips