Giving a Facelift to a Dated Exterior

Giving a Facelift to a Dated Exterior

February 6, 2010 by Katie Wethman · Leave a Comment 

Hard to believe, isn’t it?  But look closely and you’ll see the remains of the original home. On the main level, the owners added a welcoming front porch, and swapped the window out for a bay window.  Then they “popped the top” and added a second floor, and extended the chimney up.   Then they [...]

Up and Coming In Petworth

Up and Coming In Petworth

November 4, 2009 by Katie Wethman · 1 Comment 

I happened to stop by a client’s new house today–a fantastic renovation of a rowhome in Petworth–and whom should I see walking down the street but Mayor Fenty himself! He was checking out the neighborhood, shaking hands, etc.–no doubt checking up on all the recent development in the area!  He was very interested in [...]

Finding an Investment Property in Northern Virginia

November 26, 2008 by Katie Wethman · Leave a Comment 

As prices plummet, some solid investment opportunities are starting to emerge…but how do you identify good investment properties?
Step 1: Identify some target neighborhoods.
- The first thing to do is to consider long term (e.g., 10 years) appreciation potential. Think about area employment (and more importantly where those employers are—commuting time is a big factor). [...]

Guest Post: Rehabbing Properties Using the FHA 203K Program

November 3, 2008 by Katie Wethman · 1 Comment 

Thanks, Cindy Fox of SunTrust, for information on this program which can really help buyers who have found their diamond in the rough! You can find Cindy’s contact information at the bottom of this post.
Looking for a bargain in the real estate market?
Have you seen the perfect place for you and maybe your family [...]