Merrifield Area Lifestyle and Homes

04/29/2026

New listing in my neighborhood and what a beauty it is!

02/15/2026

Thank you to all my wonderful clients. I really do appreciate you putting your trust in me.

01/10/2026

Thank you for the great haircut. I feel 10 years younger!

04/21/2025

Experts share how to borrow against home equity after you’ve paid off your .

Mortgage Q&A: “Can I mortgage a house that is paid off?” When you own a home without any associated mortgages, it’s known as a “free and clear”

04/18/2025

Find out how conforming loans work with this important guide.

A conforming loan is a type of conventional loan, and the amount borrowed must fall below the FHFA limits. Learn if a conforming mortgage is right for you.

04/17/2025

Get to know the basics of getting an interest-only .

Discover the ins and outs of interest-only mortgages, types, factors, regulations, advantages, risks, & comparisons with other mortgage options.

04/15/2025

Understanding your financial profile will put you in a better position to negotiate a rate.

Mortgage rates are negotiable, especially if you don’t mind shopping multiple lenders and leveraging competing offers. Here’s what you need to know.

04/14/2025

Planning to move? Check out these helpful packing tips

Learn how you can pack your home with confidence and skill, whether you're packing a few boxes or an entire house.

04/11/2025

Know how insurance works by knowing what car insurance covers.

Car insurance generally covers car vandalism if you have comprehensive insurance as part of your policy.

04/10/2025

Include non-recurring expenses in your with these helpful tips.

To budget for non-recurring expenses, make a list of all your expenses that don’t occur monthly (such as gifts, travel, and home repairs), add up what you spent on them in the past year, and divide the amount by 12. This is roughly the amount you will need to save each month to cover non-recurring...