Hello! It’s Elizabeth Ann Kline, your local real estate agent here in Fairfax County. I’ve been working in the area for years, and I’m passionate about helping people like you find the perfect home. As we head into the second half of August 2025, there’s some exciting news about the local housing market that could […]
Early-August 2025 Market Outlook: Fairfax Prices Plateau as Buyers Gain Leverage
As we move through the summer of 2025, the Fairfax County housing market is showing signs of stability. For those considering buying a home, this shift represents an exciting opportunity. After months of increasing prices, the market has plateaued, providing buyers with more options and a slightly less competitive environment. What’s Happening in Fairfax County’s […]
Existing Homes Now Cost More Than New Builds — Here’s What It Means for Buyers in Northern Virginia
In an unexpected shift, the median price of existing homes in the United States has now surpassed that of new construction homes. This rare flip in market trends has caught the attention of real estate professionals across the country. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median price of existing homes hit $429,400 in […]
Shifting Toward a Buyers Market: How Agents Can Adjust and Succeed
As the real estate market enters a new season, more signs are emerging that suggest a slow but steady move toward buyer friendly conditions. After years of sellers holding the upper hand, buyers are beginning to gain leverage in negotiations and that shift means agents may need to update their strategies to stay competitive. On […]
Why the Current Housing Market Pause Might Be a Golden Opportunity for Buyers in Northern Virginia
As the real estate market shifts into a quieter gear, many homebuyers are wondering what the slowdown means for them, especially those considering a move in places like Fairfax County and Northern Virginia. The national headlines are full of cautious outlooks, with some analysts suggesting the market could remain in this slower, stagnant state well […]
Shifting Toward a Buyers Market: How Agents Can Adjust and Succeed
As the real estate market enters a new season, more signs are emerging that suggest a slow but steady move toward buyer friendly conditions. After years of sellers holding the upper hand, buyers are beginning to gain leverage in negotiations and that shift means agents may need to update their strategies to stay competitive. On […]
Court Dismisses Antitrust Case Against NAR and Major Brokerages Here’s What That Means for Real Estate
By Elizabeth Ann Kline, REALTOR® | LIST WITH ELIZABETH In a legal win that many in the real estate industry were watching closely, a federal judge has officially dismissed an antitrust lawsuit that accused the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and several large brokerages of conspiring to block out a flat-fee competitor. As a full-time […]
As Housing Inventory Improves, So Does Affordability: Insights from Elizabeth Ann Kline
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market, you already know things have been changing fast. As a longtime REALTOR® and team leader based right here in Fairfax County, Virginia, I see firsthand how the real estate landscape is shifting in 2025. After years of rapid price growth and slim pickings, we’re finally […]
