Charles Chapman's Blog Posts

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses for sale and high buyer .

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And

If you're trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers' market we're in today won't last forever. If you’re

As rent prices continue to soar, many renters want to know what they can do to get ready to buy their first home. According to recent data from ApartmentList.com: “The first half

Mortgage rates are hovering near record lows, and that’s good news for today’s homebuyers. The graph below shows mortgage rates dating back to 2016 and where today falls by comparison

In the current sellers’ market, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be remodeled before they list their house. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can

It’s no secret that one of the top stories in today’s real estate market is low housing supply and high buyer demand. If you’re a first-time buyer looking for a starter home or are

According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report found rents rose

Sometimes it can feel like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. While your friends and loved ones may have your best interests in mind, they may also be missing crucial

Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Conventional conforming

With forbearance plans about to come to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures like what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are four

If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) just

Some Highlights The language of buying and selling a home may sound scary at first, but knowing how key terms relate to today’s market can help you. For example, current low mortgage

As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both

There’s no denying we’re in a sellers’ market. With low inventory and high buyer demand, homes today are selling above the asking price at a record rate. According to the latest 

Wishing you a happy and safe Independence.

The question of whether the real estate market is a bubble ready to pop seems to be dominating a lot of conversations – and everyone has an opinion. Yet, when it comes down to it, the opinions

When it comes to buying a house, you’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. With 

Some Highlights When you rent, you build your landlord’s wealth, your monthly payment depends on ever-rising rents, and you don’t benefit from home price appreciation. On

Some Highlights Longer days and sunny weather mean summer is upon us, and what better conditions than right now to upgrade to the home of your dreams? If your needs have 

During the Great Recession, just over a decade ago, the financial systems the world depended on started to collapse. It created a panic that drove some large companies out of business (ex. Lehman

As we enter the middle of 2021, many are wondering if we’ll see big changes in the housing market during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key

Today’s housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities. High buyer demand paired with record-low housing inventory is creating the ultimate sellers’ market, which means it’s a

One of the biggest questions in real estate today is, “When will sellers return to the housing market?” An ongoing shortage of home supply has created a hyper-competitive environment for hopeful

When buying a home, it’s important to have a budget and make sure you plan ahead for certain homebuying expenses. Saving for a down payment is the main cost that comes to mind for many,

Some Highlights Selling a house is no small task. If you decide to try to do it on your own, keep in mind you’ll be responsible for all the expert-level work of a real estate.

Over the past year, the pandemic made it challenging for some homeowners to make their mortgage payments. Thankfully, the government initiated a forbearance program to provide much-needed

Homebuyers are flooding the housing market right now to take advantage of record-low mortgage rates. Many have a sense of urgency to find a home soon since experts forecast a steady

The Power of Mortgage Pre-ApprovalSome Highlights  Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history,

Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You a Small FortuneMany people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some are renters who have a strong desire to

The information and links below are from the Consumer Financial Protection BureauLearn about mortgage relief options and protectionsA federal law put in place two protections for homeowners with

Super price for this move in condition split-level home in the Cohassett neigborhood within walking distance of Burning Tree Elementary, Thomas Pyle Middle and Walt Whitman High.Click here for price

7915 Kenbury Drive Price Just Reduced to $949,900Open Sunday, Oct. 7 from 1:00 to 4:00Expanded and fully renovated in 2011. Open kitchen with SS appliances and granite counter tops opens up to

Price Just Reduced!Move In Ready 6 BR, 4 FB Colonial with GarageJust Blocks From Downtown Bethesda!Open Sunday, September 9 1:00 to 4:00Click here for full details: 7915 Kentbury

As a Realtor, I remind my home buyers and sellers to update their mailing addresses, contact the utility companies, update drivers licenses - and help them celebrate their new homes with friends

June 2018 Housing Market Update: Prices at or near all-time highs in Washington D.C. and Baltimore Metro areas. Inventories continue their unrelenting decline, days on market at or near record.

Open Sunday 1:30 to 4:007915 Kentbury DriveBethesda, MD 20814Click here for price and full details: 7915 Kentbury.

Brand New Douglas Construction Arts And Craft6406 Winston Drive Bethesda    First Open Sunday, April 22 from 1:00 to 4:00Amazing Arts & Crafts Colonial on one of the prettiest private lots

5418 York Lane, BethesdaFantastic Brand New Custom Contemporary$2,495,000*Open Sunday, April 8 from 1:00 to 4:00This masterpiece built by Lange Development & designed by Platonic AIA. 6+

Coming next month in the BCC school districtIf this house checks all YOUR boxes, let me know -- I will make sure you know before the house hits the.

8315 Thoreau Drive First Open This Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00Woodhaven Neighborhood of BethesdaSTUNNING ARTS AND CRAFTS HOME BUILT BY CASTLEWOOD CUSTOM BUILDERS LOCATED IN THE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER

Dianna and Gonzalo's Dream Home Love StoryWhen I visited Gonzalo and Dianna’s home recently, I had the opportunity to see how truly happy they and their daughters are with the lives they’re

It is a great feeling when my clients find a home they love! Occasionally buyers get stars in their eyes over a home that could cost them much more than they anticipate. Balla and Lynda went through

Happy Valentines DayCall me at 240-351.

8609 Long Acre CourtClick here for price and full details: 8609 Long Acre Court, Bethesda, MD

Brand New Home By Award Winning Douglas ConstructionOpen Sunday, 12/10 From 1:00 to 4:00Amazing new Arts & Crafts built by award-winning Douglas Const (Best Green Bldr-Beth Mag) 4 fin lvls, 6BR, 5

8706 Bradmoor Drive, Bethesda Open 1:00 to 4:00Beautiful hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen (granite, new cabs, new appls), 3 full updated baths w/ ceramic tile. Move-in ready, fresh paint, new

8706 Bradmoor Drive, BethesdaBeautiful hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen (granite, new cabs, new appls), 3 full updated baths w/ ceramic tile. Move-in ready, fresh paint, new lights, ceiling fans.

Brand New Home By Douglas Construction Open Sunday, Nov 19 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm100% complete! Amazing new Arts & Crafts built by award-winning Douglas Const (Best Green Bldr-Beth Mag) 4 fin lvls,,

October 2017 Bethesda Real Estate Detached Home Market Statistics. The charts below use data from the multiple list system for the past 12 months as of October 2017 and give you a

Gorgeous New Home By Mid Atlantic Custom Builders8709 Bradmoor Drive, BethesdaOpen Sunday, November 12 1:00 to 4:00

Brand New Energy Efficient Craftsman Home By Douglas ConstructionOpen Sunday, October 29 1 - 4Amazing new Arts & Crafts built by award-winning Douglas Const (Best Green Bldr-Beth Mag) 4 fin lvls,,

September 2017 Bethesda Townhouse Real Estate Market Statistics. The charts below use data from the multiple list system for the past 12 months as of September 2017 and give you a snapshot of

The Montgomery Homeownership Program II, an initiative of the Maryland Mortgage Program in partnership with Montgomery County, gives eligible homebuyers purchasing in Montgomery County up to $25,000

September 2017 Bethesda Real Estate Market Statistics For Zip Code 20816. The charts below use data from the multiple list system for the past 12 months as of September 2017 and give you a

If a picture is worth a thousand words, imagine how many words seeing this stunning Battery Park contemporary in person is worth. Open 1:00-4:00 Sunday.Click here to see more  of 5418 York

September 2017 Bethesda Real Estate Market Statistics For Zip Code 20816The charts below use data from the multiple list system for the past 12 months as of September 2017 and give you a snapshot

September 2017 Bethesda Real Estate Market Statistics For Zip Code 20814The charts below use data from the multiple list system for the past 12 months as of September 2017 and give you a snapshot

Want to know something cool? Home buyers can save thousands of dollars on the purchase of their home! How? By buying this Fall instead of waiting for Spring.Prices in the Fall and Winter

Courtesy of Realtor.com, Elizabeth Banks takes us through Step 1 of the home buying process. Enjoy!Buying a home is so grown-up and impressive, but there are a few things you should think about

Courtesy of Realtor.com, Elizabeth Banks takes us through Step 1 of the home buying process. Enjoy!Buying a home is so grown-up and impressive, but there are a few things you should think about

Here is an overview of the September Montgomery County Residential Real Estate MarketThis report offers a snapshot of how the Montgomery County market is performing compared to last month,

Some people only buy one house in their life, others buy several or even many. The first house is the most important and the one that causes people the most anxiety. Everything is new about the

I posted a blog recently about the wealth-building benefit of home ownership. The central point: Homeowners have an average of 44 times the wealth of renters. While the wealth-building effect of

Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey

The Average Price in MONTGOMERY COUNTY is $535,508. What's Yours Worth? Check Your Property's ValueFind The Value Of Your Montgomery County Property: Click

Classic All Brick Colonial Home Open Sunday, October 8 From 2:00 to 4:00So convenient to NIH and Suburban Hospital, one block from the bus and less than 2 miles from the Bethesda Metro, yet with a-

Buying a bank owned property can be a great way to save money on a new home or an investment property. It can also be risky and should be approached carefully with a clear understanding of the

Find every new Bethesda home for sale. New homes by Bethesda's best builders. Click here for full details and prices.Every New Home For Sale In Bethesda Click

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and details Freshly painted interior & refinished

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda Oakmont colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and detailsFreshly painted interior & refinished wood

4 bedroom, spacious all brick Bethesda colonial. Remodeled kitchen and master bath. Screened porch. 2 fireplaces. Click here for full price and details.Freshly painted interior & refinished wood

Move in ready spacious Bethesda colonial. Open this Sunday, September 24 from 1:00 to 4:00. Offered at $865,000. Click here for full price and details.Freshly painted interior & refinished wood

Have you met with a Maryland real estate agent who did not provide you with the form “Understanding Whom Real Estate Agents Represent” prior to or in that meeting? Then you met with a bad real

Is $23,000,000 (that's right 23 with six zeros after) too rich for your blood? Well you can still dream can't you? After all that is still free.  Check out the Fabulous 15 most expensive houses

Many people believe they need to have a large amount of money saved to buy a house. Actually there are grant programs which can help renters to become homeowners with little money or no money to

This Sunday's Top 5 Open HousesClick the picture to see the full

Just listed!First open house on Sunday, May 141:00pm to 4:00pmAlmost new in prestigious walkable Crown!Restaurants & shopping moments away by foot.Click the photo to learn.

Open House! Sun 01:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM 1st Open House for this brand new home built by award-winning builder Mid-Atlantic Custom Builders. Come and see the beauty that went into building this

How to reduce the stress of buying a home while gaining a competitive advantage over other.

OPEN SUN 1-4PM February 12. Stunning updated colonial on highly desirable cul-de-sac in Avenel! Renovated gourmet eat-in Kitchen, Viking range, granite tops, two-story family room with

There’s no online calculator for setting the perfect listing price for your home. It takes experience, market savvy, and even a bit of psychology. A strong listing agent can help you set the,

Spacious, gorgeous new home by master builders Welty Homes. Located in the Walt Whitman High School District. Price just reduced by $49,000 and priced to sell fast! Open this Sunday, Jan. 29 from:

Lovely, updated home in the Walter Johnson High School District. Open this Sunday Jan 29 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.Click here for full.

Eight times during the school year, volunteers for Kids In Need Distributors (KIND) deliver food to schools throughout Montgomery County so that needy children are fed over the weekend.  School

Newly built by Douglas Construction 8718 Irvington Avenue, Bethesda. First open Sunday 1 -4.Click here for full

Listing of the week: 5019 Acacia Ave., Bethesda Click here for full

Happy New Year! 2017 is finally here and our good friend, Renata (the NOT real Realtor), wants to make sure we all get started off on the right foot today... WARNING: Do not view these

We offer a sizable closing credit on every home we sell. Use us as your buyer agent and you will save a substantial amount on your closing costs.  Here are several specific examples of the

Winter, spring, summer or fall, curb appeal matters. If you are planning on selling your house this winter, this video is for.

The charts below will give you a quick overview of the performance of the Potomac housing market during the last 12 months.Average sold price.Number of home sales settled.Average days on the market

The charts below will give you a quick picture of the Chevy Chase housing market for the last 12 months.Average sales price.Number of closed home sales.Average days on the market.For a detailed

The charts below will give you a quick overview of the performance of the Bethesda housing market during the last 12 months.Average sold price.Number of home sales settled.Average days on the market

The charts below give you a quick snapshot of how the Montgomery County housing market performed over the last 12 months.Average sales prices.Number of closed sales.Average days on the market.For a

Montgomery County High Schools Dominate New Rankings in Maryland, RegionPoolesville, Walter Johnson and Walt Whitman among the bestMontgomery County high schools dominate new rankings of the best

Bethesda Named One of America's Best Small CitiesThe recently released WalletHub report gave Bethesda good scores for quality of life. What do you think makes Bethesda great?Click here to see the

The charts below give you a good overview of the performance of the Silver Spring real estate market over the past 12 months, but you can click here for a complete Silver Spring market report.The

Overseeing building a custom home is a bigger job than many home buyers want to take on, while selecting a new home which is already completed leaves many buyers unhappy with some of the choices the

Click here for a complete Kensington market reportThe charts below give you a good overview of the performance of the Kensington real estate market over the past 12 months. The chart below shows

Altogether, the charts below give you a good overview of the performance of the Rockville real estate market over the past 12 months.Click here for a complete Rockville Market Report.The chart

Altogether, the charts below give you a good overview of the performance of the Chevy Chase real estate market over the past 12 months.Click here for a complete Chevy Chase market report.The chart

Altogether, the charts below give you a good overview of the performance of the Potomac real estate market over the past 12 months.The chart below shows the average sales price by property type.The

I had a conversation today that reminded me of how so many homebuyers leave thousands of dollars on the table because they wait to shop for a home until the holidays are over.I was at a broker’s

Altogether, the charts below give you a good overview of the performance of the Bethesda real estate market over the past 12 months.The chart below shows the average sales price by

The Maryland law which governs relationships between real estate agents and members of the public, the Maryland Real Property Broker’s Act (commonly referred to as agency law), has been revised.

Fantastic New Home By Castlewood Builders. Open Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 to 4:00.

New construction at 4806 Leland Street Open Sunday 1-4. Listed for $2,195.

Early voting in Maryland begins October 27 and continues until November 3.  If you are not registered to vote, you may register at the polling location during early voting.  You cannot

As reported by the Washington PostMarriott International announced plans to move its headquarters to downtown Bethesda Tuesday, opting to remain in Montgomery County after getting a commitment for

The chart below shows the average sales price for Bethesda detached houses, townhouses and condomiums during the past 12.

Deconstruction is an environmentally-friendly alternative to demolition of an existing house and can result in substantial tax savings for people having a new home built.After dismantling an

The update below is courtesy of Cecelia Adams of RSI TitleEffective October 1, 2016, Montgomery County law requires that “a single-family home located in the County must be tested for radon

Same home sales for newly built Bethesda homes upon re-sale.The average home price for detached homes in Bethesda (excluding brand new homes) over the last six months was $1,091,427 which is a $27

Take a tour of one of Bethesda's most elegant homes.  Open Sunday, Sept. 25 from 1:00 to 4:00.

The Maryland Mortgage Program has been the state’s premier homeownership program for more than 30 years, relying primarily on private capital to provide affordable loans for hard-working

The real estate market in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Kensington and Potomac went from strength to strength in April.  While the number of homes sold overall was virtually unchanged and the number

Queen Elizabeth's Grandparents' House Is on the Market For £30 MillionThe 232-acre Woolmers Park in England, along with its 1730s mansion, is on the market with a rumored asking price of £30

If you are like many people in the Washington, DC area, you lead a busy life and may travel frequently and may need to travel can pop up even if you are in the middle of buying or selling a home.

How is the market doing so far?  Here is a snapshot with statistics supplied by the MRIS and RBI for the month of March for Montgomery County.The 841 closed sales in Montgomery County in March

Dream Home Or House Of Horrors?Every homeowner has a dream house in their heart.  What to do when the house you have is not that dream house?  Remodel of course!  Thousands of

Curious what homes sold and what they sold for in March in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Kensington or Potomac?The volume of March 2016 home sales held steady with March of 2015.Bethesda and

Spring Weather is here! Time to get active!Here is a quick guide to Bethesda’s Bike Trails:The Capital Crescent Trail Runs through Bethesda and Chevy Chase--it starts in Silver Spring and goes

FHA Condominium Financing Rules EasingCondominiums are among the most affordable homeownership options for first-time homebuyers, but a lack of financing options has stood in the way of many.

Would you like to see how a new home is built, but you don't have six months to stand around and watch?   Watch this time lapse project of a custom home built by Weaver Homes.The

Home inspector Ray Hurst explains the problems an old electrical panel box can cause.Electrical problems have been big news recently (think Metro) and problems can lurk inside your home if you

Will the basement of a new house stay dry?I often hear homebuyers ask how they can be sure that a newly built home isn’t going to have water issues since there isn’t a history to rely on with

Curious what homes sold and what they sold for in February in Bethesda, Chevy Chase or Potomac?Click the links below to see;  And if you'd like to know what your own home would sell for, email

BETHESDA, CHEVY CHASE HOMES TOURWe are having a Saturday afternoon tour of new built homes for sale in Bethesda and Chevy Chase on March 19.We are also having a lunch hour tour of Bethesda homes

Here are the latest Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Potomac Market Reports.These are for single family homes. If you'd like a Market Report for condos or townhomes, let us know and we'll be happy to send

Here's some interesting news about the market in Bethesda and Montgomery County:Bethesda - 2015 compared to 2014Average sold price is up by 3.33%Median sold price is up by 4.43%Average list price

Overseeing building a custom home is a bigger job than many home buyers want to take on, while selecting a new home which is already completed leaves many buyers unhappy with some of the choices

Radon is a naturally occurring colorless and odorless gas which is a known carcinogen. The EPA has established a guideline threshold of 4 picocuries per liter and recommends remediation at levels