Don’t Let Affordability Stop You From Making a Move

Dated: September 24 2024

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Unlocking your home’s equity can be your solution to making your next move. 

Is affordability holding you back from selling your house? It’s a valid concern, but it’s not as big of a challenge as you might think it is. Don’t overlook the potential of your home’s equity, as it may be the one thing that can help make your move possible.

Equity grows as you pay your mortgage and as home prices rise. Home prices have climbed over the past five years to nearly 60% and for more than 30 years, they have more than tripled. So, whether you've been in your home for five years or much longer, chances are you have plenty of equity.

Using your home’s equity can be a viable solution to pay for your next home. If you want to know how to use that equity to your advantage, call me at (703) 216-4272. I'll do a quick assessment and explain how you can use it towards your next home purchase.

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Terri Robinson

Terri Robinson, REALTOR® with RE/MAX Distinctive, has been a trusted name in Northern Virginia real estate for 24 years, representing buyers and sellers in Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince Wil....

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