December 2019 | Maryland, Virginia and the District Real Estate :: The Gold Standard Group with eXp Realty

Expert Insights on the 2020 Housing Market

When closing out another year, it’s normal to wonder what’s ahead for the housing market. Though there will be future inventory issues, we expect interest rates to stay low and appreciation…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 31, 2019

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Why You Shouldn’t “For Sale By Owner”

Rising home prices coupled with the current inventory in today’s market may cause some homeowners to consider selling their homes on their own (known in the industry as a For Sale…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 30, 2019

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Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference

Some Highlights: Choosing the right real estate professional is one of the most impactful decisions you can make in your home buying or selling process. A real estate professional can…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 27, 2019

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Year-Over-Year Rental Prices on the Rise

Looking ahead, 2020 is projected to be a strong year for homeownership. According to the Freddie Mac Forecast, “We expect rates to remain low, falling to a yearly average of 3.8% in…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 26, 2019

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When a House Becomes a Happy Home

We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. No matter the size or…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 24, 2019

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2020 Forecast Shows Continued Home Price Appreciation

Questions continue to rise around where home prices will head in 2020. The latest forecast from CoreLogic shows continued appreciation at 5.4% over the next year:Additionally, ARCH Mortgage Insurance Company in their current Housing and Mortgage Market…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 23, 2019

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Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020?

Some Highlights: Interest rates will be lower than they have been since before 1980 at 3.8% and are projected to remain steady throughout 2020! According to CoreLogic, home prices will appreciate…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 20, 2019

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5,300 Reasons to Be Happy You’re a Homeowner

Studies have shown that, in many cases, the largest asset a family owns is the house they live in. Over the last twelve months, that asset has gained substantial value.…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 19, 2019

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The Biggest Issue Facing Housing Next Year

This coming year the housing market will be defined by 3 things- inventory, interest rates, and appreciation. But the biggest issue the housing market will face in 2020 is an inventory shortage. There…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 18, 2019

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3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020

It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces, but we can have deep sentimental attachments to the homes we’re…

Written by Danny Cheung

December 17, 2019

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Monthly Archives: December 2019

Expert Insights on the 2020 Housing Market

Why You Shouldn’t “For Sale By Owner”

Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference

Year-Over-Year Rental Prices on the Rise

When a House Becomes a Happy Home

2020 Forecast Shows Continued Home Price Appreciation

Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020?

5,300 Reasons to Be Happy You’re a Homeowner

The Biggest Issue Facing Housing Next Year

3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020

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