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10/29/2026

Decluttering your kitchen category by category prevents overwhelm and builds momentum.

From the counter to the spice cabinet — how to declutter your kitchen category by category, in the right order, without getting overwhelmed and giving up.

10/29/2026

Who’s Buying Homes with Cash Right Now?

More than 1 in 4 homes are being bought with cash right now. But here's something that might surprise you about who's buying them.

It's not just wealthy investors swooping in with deep pockets.

A lot of these cash buyers are everyday homeowners who've built up serious equity over the years. And that equity is giving them more buying power than they may have ever imagined.

According to Cotality, the average homeowner with a mortgage has about $310,000 in equity.

Think about what that could mean for your next move.

You might have enough equity to buy your next home outright. No mortgage payment. No worrying about today's interest rates.

And even if you can't pay all cash, that equity could help you borrow significantly less.

But what if you're buying with a mortgage?

Here's some good news: Nearly 3 out of 4 homebuyers are still using financing. You're actually in the majority.

So don't let the headlines about cash buyers make you second-guess what's possible for you. Whether you're buying your first home or using equity to make your next move, there may be more opportunities than you think.

Wondering how you stack up in today's market? Send me a message. Let's talk about your options.



Troy Sponaugle 703-408-5560
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It's your move, let us help YOU make the right one!

10/28/2026

Choosing softly glazed fine chintz fabrics elevates retro floral decor schemes.

England and France banned chintz during the 17th and 18th centuries. However, thanks to trending nostalgia, the bold floral design is making a big comeback.

10/27/2026

Full height glazing in the study overlooks a double height courtyard filled with dense green.

Casa Refugio by Taller Segovia Molina is a brick courtyard house in Queretaro, Mexico, shaped by privacy, gardens, and a vaulted stair.

10/25/2026

What are the most essential gadgets every home needs? Find out here.

These gadgets will improve your life as a new or long-time homeowner.

10/24/2026

Are home prices going up or down? It depends on where you look.

Over the past year, prices in Chicago climbed almost 7%. In Seattle, they dipped about 1.6%. That’s a nearly 9-point gap between two major cities.

Look at little closer, though. Home prices are rising in 13 of the 19 major cities on this chart. And where prices are down, the dips are small (less than 2%).

So, this isn’t a crash. It’s just a market normalizing after overheating during the pandemic. And that’s hitting some areas differently than others.

Here’s what it really means. Your local market matters.

If you’re selling where prices are still rising, you may not need to cut your price. And if you’re buying where prices are softer, you may have more room to negotiate.

National headlines can’t tell you which side your neighborhood is on. Local data can. Let’s look at how prices are moving in your area, so you can set your price or make your offer with confidence.



Troy Sponaugle 703-408-5560
[email protected]
It's your move, let us help YOU make the right one!

10/23/2026

🏡 One-level living + a seller-paid rate buydown in Fairfax. Lower payment from day one.

📍 3674 Persimmon Circle, Fairfax Plaza Townhouses
2 BR | 2 BA | Den | 1,610 sq ft | $450,000
End unit • Assigned parking • Community pool • Close to shopping, dining and commuter routes. Woodson, Frost, Mantua

Open House: Saturday and Sunday, October 24 & 25 from 2 - 4 pm

Seller will contribute 2% of your client's loan amount toward a permanent interest-rate buydown.

That means a lower rate for the life of the loan, not just the first year or two.

✅ Ramped entry with handrail to a covered front door
✅ No sunken living room. The whole main floor is one continuous level
✅ Walk-in shower (no tub to step over)
✅ Laundry room on the same level
✅ 12'7" x 9' bonus room: office, guest room, hobby space or room for a live-in helper
✅ Level private deck across the front

Updated and move-in ready: fresh paint, updated bath vanities, new lighting, electric fireplace. HVAC and electrical panel (2021), water heater (2025).

📞 Call or text Karen at 703-244-9343 for additional information.

RAMPED ENTRY, ONE LEVEL, NO STEP-DOWN: Easy-Living End Un...

10/22/2026

Ignore these common radon myths.

Separate fact from fiction about radon.

10/22/2026

Confused by Home Price Headlines? Here’s Why.

National headlines can’t tell you what your home is worth or how much room you have to negotiate. Local data can. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, let’s look at how prices are moving in your area, so you can set your price or make your offer with confidence.



Troy Sponaugle 703-408-5560
[email protected]
It's your move, let us help YOU make the right one!

Whether you own a house already or you’re looking to buy one, you probably care about home prices.

10/21/2026

What are the most important things to consider when ? Find out here.

Location, condition and features that fit your lifestyle are some of the things you need to look for when buying a house.