Jennifer Young Homes Real Estate Blog
Local Pumpkin Patches
Fall is in the air, and yes, this year will look a little different but the same traditions are still going strong. Already a classic activity, many orchards, farms, and pumpkin patches are adhering to new procedures to ensure the safety of their visitors while...
Buying and Selling Homes Safely During COVID-19
The real estate market is still strong and online tools are now becoming the norm. While the home-buying process looks a little different in many places right now, people are continuing to buy and sell safely. In some places, temporary business closures are affecting...
August and September Market Updates
Happy September everyone! Are you ready for back to school and your pumpkin-spiced everything? Fall is around the corner and fortunately, the market is still incredibly strong, especially in the suburbs or areas with land and single-family homes. While the large...
Neighborhood Spotlight: Mosaic District
Have you explored the Mosaic District yet? Located in the heart of Fairfax, VA, the Mosaic is an urban district with curated local boutiques, restaurants and events. With so many options, Mosaic is divided into four districts that offer a little something for...
Tips on Decluttering Each Room
Decluttering & home staging are two of the most powerful ways to increase potential buyer interest in your home by: Making the home look largerIncreasing the perceived valuePreventing buyers from getting distractedHelping buyers imagine themselves in the space 10...
July Real Estate Market Update
Hello everyone! I’m back with another monthly real estate update. I hope everyone had a lovely 4th of July. Homes are still selling in a matter of days, often with multiple offers. The lack of supply in inventory means that properties are going quickly,...
Thinking of Investing in Rentals With Others?
Investing in rental property is a way for many to take advantage of monthly cash flow while seeing the asset increase in value over time. There really isn’t any type of investment that provides both benefits as rental property can. That’s why many diversify their...
What Will Homes Look Like In A Post-pandemic World?
Better family gathering space. More comfortable bedroom space. Peaceful and private outdoor space. If those items tick your preferred “quarantine home” boxes, we get it. The truth is that being stuck at home—in a home you don’t necessarily love—stinks. So, we...
5 WAYS TO OBSERVE EARTH DAY AT HOME
While Earth Day is officially April 22, it’s a global event we should be observing all year long. Especially during this COVID-19 pandemic, when residents across the US and abroad, have been instructed to stay home. And while there’s evidence that a reduced amount of...
Precautions to Take When Selling Your Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak
PRESS RELEASE WASHINGTON, DC (March 11, 2020) — In the face of the increasing spread of the Coronavirus, Jennifer Young Homes is upping precautions and sharing tips for homeowners and sellers — especially during open houses. “Apart from washing our hands and keeping...
Let’s talk closet edit
It's not just another new year ahead of us, it's a new decade! Now is a great time to reflect on how best to celebrate a new you. A short pause allows you to refocus your energy on DECLUTTERING. Some choose to DE-clutter their mind with yoga/exercise in search of a...
Can you Trust Zillow’s Zestimate?
One of Zillow’s key features is its Zestimates, a popular consumer tool for seeing how much homes are worth. These estimates are based on information from sources such as comparable sales and public data. Zillow is one of the most popular real estate listing...