Maurice Kennedy, ® Realtor's Blog

Posted on 08/15/2021
Building Your Dream Home: Tips for Age-in-Place New Construction
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels New construction is typically a long-term investment, so it’s important to think ahead. You’ll want to make sure your new home will still offer a suitable place to live as you get older. Aging-in-place features can help ensure that your home remains a safe and comfortable environment well into the future. You...
Aging
Aging In Place
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Posted on 08/08/2021
Here's Why a Mesh Router Might Be the Security Upgrade You Need
A mesh router is designed to provide more Wi-Fi coverage in a home, making it useful for residents who use their devices in every corner. By using multiple access points, you're getting signals from a number of directions that are then rebroadcast over different areas. A studio apartment is unlikely to need a mesh router unless it's located...
Home Technology
Home Wifi
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Posted on 08/01/2021
WOODBRIDGE, VA Real Estate Market Update 8/1/2021
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Posted on 08/01/2021
Top Eco-Friendly Materials for a Green Home
Photo by Bidvine from Pexels There are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to building a new construction home. Not only are you going to be talking with the builder about the floor plan and interior design theme for the house, but you also have to think about the type of lifestyle that you want...
Eco Friendly Homes
Eco Friendly Materials
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Posted on 07/25/2021
How is Fair Market Value Determined?
Image by Andrey Popov from Shutterstock The term "fair market value" is the price at which an interested but not desperate buyer is willing to buy and a motivated but not distressed seller is willing to sell on the open market in your location. The set value depends on recently sold similar-sized homes with like amenities, upgrades, and...
Home Seller
Home Value
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Posted on 07/18/2021
How Credit Impacts Your Mortgage Payments
One of the most important things to check once you decide to start the home buying process is your credit score. The three major credit bureaus keep track of how you pay for your credit and how much credit you have. Your score fluctuates, sometimes daily, depending on how much you owe and how many accounts you have....
Credit Score
Interest Rates
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Posted on 07/16/2021
Stafford, VA Real Estate Market Update 7/16/2021
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Posted on 07/11/2021
4 Reasons Why Down Payment Amount Matters
Many financial experts suggest paying a 20% down payment when buying a home. While for some prospective homebuyers this may be a simple task, others might wonder if the suggested 20% of the home purchase price—or higher—are necessary. Here are some reasons it benefits you to make a larger down payment when buying a house: Score Better Mortgage...
Down Payment
Financing
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Posted on 07/04/2021
Room by Room Home Staging Tips
There is a lot that goes in to home staging beyond just tidying up. Interior designers and real estate experts have found specific ways to make the absolute best of any home by knowing how to make the best of every room. General staging tips like cleaning and going for neutral colors apply everywhere, but here are some...
Home Decor
Home Decor
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Posted on 06/30/2021
WOODBRIDGE, VA Real Estate Market Update 6/30/2021
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Posted on 06/27/2021
How to Repurpose Your Closet Space
Image by JUNO KWON from Pixabay For years people have mistakenly believed that their coat closets have one purpose and one purpose only: to store coats that were not being used. However, thanks to the ingenuity and creativity of modern homeowners people today are finding that these small spaces have much more practical uses. If you no longer...
Closet
Organization Tips
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Posted on 06/20/2021
Which is Smarter: Paying Off the Mortgage or Investing?
Photo by Andrey_Popov via Shutterstock Often, when discussing ways to get out of debt, the subject of “mortgage versus investments” comes up. If you have a mortgage, your monthly budget likely revolves around paying it first, meaning investment ideas take a back seat. One way to free money up to invest is to pay off the mortgage, and...
Investment
Investment
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