As you may know, one of the core values of Integrity Real Estate Group is giving back to the communities where we live and work. In addition to NOT following the standard industry practice of charging clients a per transaction “administration fee” of $300-$595, on top of the commissions charged, the agents at Integrity contribute […]
Welcome to 2024 and Trending Real Estate Topics
We at Integrity Real Estate Group hope that you have enjoyed a peaceful, relaxing holiday season. We wanted to take a look back at 2023 in Real Estate and also touch on some trends that we expect in 2024, along with some helpful tips on Real Estate and financing. As the year unfolds, we will […]
REAL Estate Commission Class-Action Lawsuits in the Headlines
You may have read about this or heard information in some financial news reports recently. Are big changes in real estate commissions coming? How might recent litigation impact sellers, buyers and real estate agents? As Principal Broker and Founder of Integrity Real estate Group, I am compelled to share with you my professional opinion and […]
Planning to Sell in 2019? What you really need to know before putting your house on the market.
You’ve made the decision to sell your home, and you want to get the maximum possible sale price. So what do you need to do to get it ready? There are a million web sites out there that will tell you the basics on how to prepare it for market, some of them good, some […]
BUYING OR SELLING A HOUSE THIS SPRING?
Be aware that Agents are working with “a major broken real estate tool” as the busy season approaches – It’s Not Your Agent’s Fault! Quick, name your Real Estate Agent’s most important “work tool” to help you buy or sell a home. Is it their cell phone, tablet, lockbox, signs, camera, their personal contacts or […]
GIVING BACK IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA – Paying it Forward
As agents who live and work in Northern Virginia we recognize that what we do each day has a tremendous impact on the lives of our clients. Homeownership not only defines the “American Dream,” it’s the place where life happens every single day, and we are proud to be part of that process. We are […]
Northern Virginia Home Sellers- What you really need to know when you decide to sell
Military Buyers – VA Mortgage Loans – Are You Getting the Best Deal From Lenders? Are VA “Affinity Programs” Costing You Money Behind the Scenes?
Since 1944 the Federal VA mortgage loan guaranty program has helped those who serve our country realize the dream of home ownership. Because VA loans are backed by the government you can buy a home with no down payment, no PMI, competitive interest rates, and it is easier to qualify because there is less risk […]
NOVA Home Buyer Frustration – The NOVA residential market is “hot” early this year!
If you are in the process of buying a home anywhere in Northern Virginia right now we understand your frustration. You may have made offers on a few homes and have gotten “shut out” because there were multiple offers. Some homes are sold even before you get a chance to actually see them. Here are […]
House with a Great Backyard? How Much is it Worth in Northern Virginia?
Have you noticed that in the close-in counties in Northern Virginia that lot sizes on houses are getting smaller and smaller? Especially in new house communities. That’s because there is little or no land left to build on in the “easy-commuting” locations. Much of the new building for single family homes is called “in-fill” development. […]