Leigh-Anne Vaughn Realtor - Pearson Smith Realty, LLC

03/28/2025

On Tuesday, Zillow economists published their updated forecast model, projecting that U.S. home prices, as measured by the Zillow Home Value Index, will rise 0.8% between February 2025 and February 2026. That's another downward revision. Last month, their 12-month forecast projected a 1.1% increase in U.S. home prices, and the month before that, they expected a 2.9% increase.

Zillow projects that U.S. home prices will rise just 0.8% between February 2025 and February 2026 in its latest forecast.

03/26/2025

🩷😎🏡

Get the Current Price, Photos, Details & More Now!

03/26/2025

Open House in Manassas. 🏡

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For INSTANT ACCESS to all photos, details and more, Text 158208 to 25678 or go to https://www.searchallproperties.com/information/3372752

Don't Miss This!! LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Close proximity to so many wonderful area amenities and attractions ***Sought-After 55+ Community | 1s.... ❤️

Get the Current Price, Photos, Details & More Now!

03/24/2025

In even better news for buyers, home prices dropped year-over-year in eight of the 50 most populous U.S. metropolitan areas, nearly all of which were in Florida and Texas' the two states that have built the most new homes in the country over the past five years.

Mortgage rates are trending down and home prices are growing at their slowest pace in a while, bringing buyers back into the market just in time for spring.

03/13/2025

A large, unfinished basement space is like a blank canvas with endless possibilities, waiting to be transformed to complement your home. A finished basement is usually the least expensive way to add square footage to your home. Do you want to put in a home theater like the basement with a large projector screen pictured above? Or maybe your finished basement will serve as a guest suite? Or maybe a kids' playroom is the plan?

Don't let that unfinished basement just sit there. Get ideas and inspiration to turn your space into a beautiful, finished basement that's your favorite part of the house.

03/11/2025

While buyers in states like Florida, Texas, and Louisiana may have plenty of options when shopping for a home this spring, intense competition hasn't abated since the pandemic-era home demand rush in many cities concentrated in the country's Northeast.

Americans looking to purchase a home in certain US cities might be pleasantly surprised to find the tide is shifting their way this spring after years of challenging affordability.

03/06/2025

The front yard is your home's calling card. Make a huge impression with the right plants, flowers and landscaping. Read on to find ideas for small or large yards, whether you're looking for simple and low-maintenance lawns or verdant gardens bursting with curb appeal.

Here, a stunning collection of landscaping ideas for the front yard--each with a tangible takeaway.

03/04/2025

"We expect home prices to continue rising, but at a more moderate rate than recently," Guatieri added. "This just reflects our view the housing market will slowly pick up as mortgage rates decline in response to anticipated Fed easing later this year and through next year."

Affordability in the U.S. housing market will improve modestly in the coming year, according to property market experts polled by Reuters, based on expectations for a few more interest rate cuts, not an increase in homes available to purchase.

02/27/2025

The counter stools make a statement in this traditional white kitchen. They're made of a natural wood frame, wicker backing, brass support bar, and mint green upholstery.

Explore dozens of beautiful kitchen backsplash ideas made up of all different materials, colors and designs.

02/25/2025

The combined value of US homes peaked at $50.4 trillion in July. The drop to $49.7 trillion is reflective of seasonal sales trends, with overall home values rising during the peak buying seasons between March and September and falling during the winter months when fewer properties are sold, Redfin said. New construction also helps underpin the overall increase in market valuation.

The combined value of US homes gained $2.5 trillion (5.2%) in 2024 to reach $49.7 trillion, Redfin reported.

02/18/2025

Of course, it's hard to say with certainty what will happen in the coming months and years. But based on what we know right now, it's unlikely that home prices will drop soon.

Explore trends, predictions, and insights for the housing market in 2025 and see if home prices are likely to trend up or down soon.

02/13/2025

Whether you're looking to make something special for your sweetie, bestie, kids or their teacher, these homemade gifts and DIY projects are easy to make and 100% Cupid-approved.

02/11/2025

If you're thinking about buying or selling a house and wondering about the housing market, you're not the only one. The real estate market has seen a lot of unusual trends in the past couple of years, so it makes sense that you'd want the latest market update before you make any major decisions!

Being aware of these real estate housing market predictions will help give you confidence about buying or selling a house this year.

02/11/2025

Are you looking for a home with an Open Floor Plan in PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY VIRGINIA?

If you are looking for a home with an open floor plan in PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY VIRGINIA, then this is the list for you.

02/06/2025

Having a room that connects to the landscape is a winner at any time of year, making great use of space in the summer and allowing spirit-lifting views of nature and the sky in winter. But what's the best way to make the indoors and outdoors work in harmony with each other? Here, experts suggest ways to create a home and yard that function as a single holistic space.

From framing the view to unifying the flooring, there are lots of beautiful ways to connect your landscape and interiors

02/04/2025

"The data is telling that home sellers and listing agents know exactly what the demand is for homes, and they understand the affordability crunch that buyers face; therefore, they're pricing listings a little lower than last year this time," Simonsen said.

Widespread price reductions and dwindling sales suggest that the housing market might become more affordable this year, a real estate analyst said.

01/30/2025

Exhibitors returned for another imaginative and promising edition of the Maison & Objet design fair at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center this month (Jan. 16-21). Echoing the event's central theme, Sur/Reality, the colors chosen by the various brands present were full of verve and joy, promising a season of delight. We took a closer look at the major color combinations on display to give you some inspiration for the year ahead.

Discover which shades were catching eyes and providing inspiration at the recent design fair in Paris

01/29/2025

Whether it's tackling a single junk drawer or organizing craft supplies, here are some manageable organizing projects that will bring you one step closer to home organization bliss.

Sometimes all it takes is one small decluttering project to make a space feel tidier. Whether it’s tackling a single junk drawer or organizing craft supplies, here are some manageable organizing projects that will bring you one step closer to home organization bliss.