Barbara Simon & Robin Cale, Realtors, Corcoran McEnearney

06/19/2026

Looking for a new favorite restaurant? Consider Ada's on the River! Has anyone already been there?

Barbara Simon &
Robin Cale

Steakhouse in Alexandria, VA

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Pricing your home is one of the most important decisions you'll make when selling.

Many sellers are surprised to learn that pricing too high can sometimes work against them. The goal is to attract the right buyers and build momentum from the moment your home hits the market.

Have questions about today's market or your home's value? Feel free to reach out!

06/17/2026

Luxury isn't a word, it’s a feeling. Ready to experience the difference for yourself?

Barbara Simon &
Robin Cale

06/17/2026

Home Prices Are Rising in 71% of Markets

06/17/2026

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year."

But before you decide, make sure you understand what you could be giving up too. Because moving this Summer does have its advantages.

For buyers, it could give you more options in your price point. Historically, there are over 30% more fresh listings in the Summer compared to the rest of the year.

For sellers, it can mean a better sales price. Data shows, on average homes sell for 4% more in the typical Summer month compared to usual month in the Fall or Winter (when demand typically falls off).

The point isn't to rush into anything. It's just to make sure you have the full picture before deciding whether waiting is really your best move.

DM me if you want to talk through your options. No pressure, just perspective based on years of experience.

06/17/2026

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news.

06/16/2026

Stop spending your weekends maintaining a life you don't love. Reclaim your Saturday and find a home that offers peace of mind, not a to-do list.

Barbara Simon &
Robin Cale

06/16/2026

After several weeks of steady momentum, the Metro DC housing market hit a bit of a slower pace last week. Think of it less as a market slowdown and more as the market deciding to take a walk instead of a sprint.

Here are a few key takeaways:
• New contract activity across the region declined 5.3% year over year.
• Northern Virginia saw the largest drop in weekly contract activity (-17.7%), while Montgomery County (+9.5%) and Prince George’s County (+2.1%) posted gains.
• Average days on market increased slightly, from 33.4 to 35.7 days.
• Luxury activity softened in several areas, with Northern Virginia contracts above $1.5M down nearly 30%.
• Despite the softer week, year-to-date contract activity remains positive across the region. Prince William County continues to stand out with nearly 10% growth in contracts, while Northern Virginia remains up 4.8% year to date.

The bigger picture? This looks more like seasonal normalization than a meaningful shift in market conditions. Buyers and sellers are still active, and the year-to-date numbers continue to tell a much stronger story than one week's headline.

Questions about what these trends mean for your neighborhood or your real estate goals? Let's connect!