Eric Pearson's (e4realty) Blog

Today I go back to the University of Mary Washington to participate in my 4th alumni basketball game.  While my skills have diminished since playing there, I still have a love for the game and I'm always excited to go back and play with great friends/teammates. Basketball was a lot more than just...

Recently Warren Buffet told a client the same thing I have been telling my clients, "Right now is the best opportunity to buy in your lifetime!"  Interest rates are low and home prices are more affordable than ever.  In the Loudoun County/Northern Virginia, prices are beginning to appreciate - ev...

The Loudoun County real estate market saw little change over the last week of January - but get ready!  As March gets closer, inventory will increase and buyers will be coming from all directions. Loudoun County saw a slight drop in active and settled properties.  There are currently 871 active l...

I couldn't have asked for a better 27th birthday!  Got to spend time with family and friends, my Mom had all my favorites for dinner, my girlfriend's Mom made me an amazing cake and the Stone Hill Middle School seventh grade travel I coach got our first victory.  I've been working them really har...

Today 3 out of 10 real estate transactions never make it to closing!  With lending standards more strict and the market more confusing that ever, it is important to have real estate representation from an agent who knows how to protect your best interests.  Below are some of the common reasons fr...

The Loudoun County real estate market remained level through entering the 4th week of January.  Active lisitngs reduced by 10, contracts increased by 42 and settled properties decreased by 10 over a thirty day period compared to the third week on January. Forclosures and short sales still make up...

I've been telling my buyers for month's now that NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY!  Interest rates are historically low - probably the lowest we'll see in our lifetime - and home affordability is high.  With homes now showing signs of appreciation in the Loudoun County area, buyers can get into a property ...

The Loudoun County real estate market is showing positive signs in 2012.  Currently there are 1,285 active listings in Loudoun Country, 722 properties under contract and 109 properties have settled through January 18, 2012 (settled properties slightly higher because not all new construction home ...

What sells homes today?  Simple...THE INTERNET! In a recent poll by the National Association of Realtors, when asked where they first learned about the home they purchased buyers said: Their Real Estate Agent - 34%. The Internet - 32% Yard Signs - 15% Friend, Neighbor or Relative - 7% Home Builde...

Mulitple listings expire/withdrawn everyday in Loudoun Country, VA.  I research the market each morning to see why particular properties did not sell.  Sometimes it is price, sometimes it is condition and sometimes I feel for the homeowners because it is obvious their realtor did not put worth th...