Terry Blockett's Blog

Posted on 01/15/2023
Refinancing with no closing costs: Top pros & cons to consider
Refinancing your home can have a plethora of benefits. Among lowering your monthly payment, refinancing your home can also allow you to borrow against your home’s equity. However, refinancing in the beginning can have significant closing costs, such as application fees, loan origination fees, mortgage insurance and interest - especially when involving mortgage points. Your new mortgage’s closing...
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Posted on 01/08/2023
Want to Invest in Luxury Real Estate? Here Are 3 Ways to Start
Real estate investment opportunities come in many forms. Whether you own and manage a rental property, own shares in an investment trust or anything in between, it's possible to get great returns on investment. High-end or luxury real estate has always been considered a profitable way to go in investing. But how do you get started? Here are...
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Posted on 01/01/2023
Cats at home: How to incorporate a cat house into your home
Cats love having places they can call their own. However, sometimes their space can be a little invasive or clash with your living space’s decor, which can make a pet’s safe space a bit of a hindrance for you and others who may live in your home. And while there are hundreds of DIY cat house designs out...
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Posted on 12/28/2022
SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 12/28/2022
Click here to view SPRINGFIELD, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 12/25/2022
Time to DIY: Build projects to try at home
Some of the best home DIY projects are as useful as they...
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Posted on 12/18/2022
Explaining loss of use coverage
Loss of use coverage is part of every standard homeowners insurance policy. While other portions of the policy help pay for repairing your home if it’s severely damaged, loss of use coverage is there for your everyday living expenses while the work is done. Unfortunately, major home repairs can’t happen overnight, and simultaneously your expenses can increase dramatically....
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Posted on 12/11/2022
Insulation: Spray Foam or Fiberglass, Which is More Cost-Effective?
While upgrading a building’s insulation may not feel as exciting as an expansive new kitchen, the potential energy savings add up. Here are a few things about fiberglass and spray foam insulation property owners may want to consider. What Homeowners Need To Know About Fiberglass Insulation The upfront investment of fiberglass insulation proves attractive to DIY homeowners because...
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Posted on 12/04/2022
Homemade Lemon Bars for a Crowd
If you need a dessert for a potluck, lemon bars might be the answer. A classic treat, lemon bars are both tart and sweet. They’re also easy to make in large quantities and cut into small pieces for sharing. While it might seem intimidating to make them from scratch, the process is simple and the ingredients are relatively...
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Posted on 11/28/2022
SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 11/28/2022
Click here to view SPRINGFIELD, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 11/27/2022
What Is Cottagecore Style?
Cottagecore style has grown in popularity recently and is all over social media. The design style includes everything from home decor to fashion. Similar to shabby chic and farmhouse styles, cottagecore celebrates the comfort and charm of country life no matter where you live. If you’re interested in learning more about this fun and popular trend, here are...
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Posted on 01/06/2023
3733 Roxbury Lane, Alexandria, VA 22309 now has a new price of $460,000!
Sought after garage townhome in the quiet Roxbury of Mt. Vernon HOA. Open concept dining/living area. Living room has a wood burning fireplace with tile surround and wood mantle. Take a few easy steps to a full-size deck with steps leading to a fully fence back yard. Kitchen has a cozy eat in space and updated appliances. This home has on the 2 large bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The bedrooms are large with private bath in each room. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and 2 window. The family/rec room is large with a full bath. A most see home located close to schools, shopping and...
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Posted on 12/18/2022
4315 Lawrence Street, Alexandria, VA 22309 is now new to the market!
Fully furnished shared townhouse space including furniture and linens. Freshly painted/updated private bedroom with full size bed/storage space and bathroom with walk in shower. Private front entrance. Laundry room is attached. Additional living space in rear with work area, TV, and shared back entrance to fenced yard with pergola and hot tub. Second floor includes shared living room with large screen TV, electric fireplace, dining room and fully equipped kitchen including a coffee bar. Owners will be in town sporadically with their 2 dogs and will occupy 3rd floor. Great location - bus stop in front of home, close to Ft Belvoir, Wegmans,...
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