Ethio Star Home Group

08/31/2026

Key takeaways

The average daily 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage rate rose to 6.87% on Monday, its highest level of 2026, according to Mortgage News Daily.
Increase came after Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh warned that inflation progress has been only “modest.”
Experts say concerns about persistent inflation, including pressure from the conflict in the Middle East, are pushing longer-term borrowing costs higher and may continue to affect mortgage rates.
After a relatively calm August in the mortgage market, borrowing costs soared to their highest average in 2026 on Monday.

The 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.87% by the afternoon, according to Mortgage News Daily. That's six basis points higher than Friday's average, which was already a three-week high.

The 15-year, fixed-rate mortgage had also climbed, averaging 6.38% by the end of the day on Monday.

08/28/2026

Key takeaways

Before you start looking for homes, take time to evaluate your finances and improve your credit score. There’s a big difference between meeting the minimum credit score requirement and showing your lender a credit score well above 750.
Remember to account for the variable expenses of owning a home, which include insurance, property taxes, maintenance and repairs.
While sellers still have the edge in most parts of the country due to limited inventory, buyers are gaining more bargaining power. Work with an expert real estate agent to develop a negotiation strategy and score a better deal on your first home.
If you’re still renting your place, the thought of buying a home can feel pretty overwhelming. A recent TD Bank survey of first-time homebuyers found that 64 percent of people who have never owned a home are concerned about affordability due to high mortgage rates. Despite those worries, nearly half are working to save up for a down payment. If you’re one of them, read on for some money-smart moves that can put you on the path to successfully buying a home.

08/28/2026

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Housing activity held steady in July, with homes receiving an average of 2.0 offers and closing in 30 days. About 19% sold above asking price, while first-time buyers represented 29% of the market.
Read more on what's happening: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/realtors-confidence-index

08/01/2026

🏡 We’re Back TODAY! Open House | Aug 1st | 1:00–3:00 PM

Missed our first Open House? Here’s another opportunity to tour this beautifully renovated home in the highly desirable Providence Glen community!

📍 24837 Mason Dale Terrace
Chantilly, VA 20152

✨ Brick-front townhome with extensive 2024 renovations
✨ Spacious, modern living spaces
✨ Move-in ready with designer finishes throughout

Browse the full photo gallery, video, and property details here:
24837MasonDale.com

If you know someone searching for a home in the Chantilly area, we’d appreciate you sharing this post. You never know who may be looking for the perfect place to call home!

📅 Saturday, August 1st
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

We hope to see you there!

Listed by Eyob L**e
Ethio Star Home Group
KELLER WILLIAMS® Realty
(571) 201-3150
[email protected]

07/31/2026

Open House Everyday

24837 Mason Dale Ter, Chantilly, VA 20152

07/31/2026

What do selling your home 🏠 and putting on sunscreen 🧴 have in common?
If someone doesn’t have your back, you’re going to get burned 😡.
Want a knowledgeable and reliable agent who will protect your best interests throughout every step of the transaction? Send me a DM.

07/30/2026

🎆POP QUIZ🎆

Do you know your credit score? If the answer is no, don’t sweat it! There are plenty of ways to get your FICO Score and/or VantageScore for free online. Knowing your credit score is the first step to protecting it. this holiday season.

Where do you find your score?