JaneEllen McLaughlin Saums, Realtor with Corcoran McEnearney

06/19/2026

Tips for building an eco-friendly home.

Easy Easy ways to integrate green products and technologies into your home.

06/19/2026

Today we commemorate Juneteenth, a day of profound significance. We honor the resilience of those who paved the way and renew our commitment to the ongoing journey toward justice and equality for all.

06/15/2026

Not even severe weather could stop this wonderful community event!

Although we couldn't gather in person at our McLean office, bestselling author Thrity Umrigar joined us virtually from Cleveland for an engaging and insightful morning discussion.

Guests enjoyed a short reading from her newest novel, Missing Sam, along with a thoughtful conversation about her writing journey, (12 novels!) creative process, and experiences as a journalist and Harvard Nieman Fellow.

Missing Sam is a compelling and thought-provoking read that I highly recommend. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this virtual author event such a success!

06/15/2026

A vacation home can be a great investment. Here's how you can make your vacation home dreams come true on a budget.

Vacation home buying can be fun and affordable in these locations.

06/12/2026

The Metro DC housing market took a modest step back this week, with total contract activity down 3.8% compared to the same period last year. But the numbers tell a more balanced story than the headline suggests.

While most jurisdictions saw slight declines, average days on market remained remarkably stable at approximately 33 days, signaling that buyer demand continues to hold steady.

For Northern Virginia, the bigger story remains Prince William County, which continues to lead the region with year-to-date contract activity up 10.2% compared to last year. Across the market, buyers are moving thoughtfully, sellers are adjusting expectations, and homes are still going under contract.

This week's data feels less like a slowdown and more like a brief pause in what has otherwise been a steady 2026 market.

Have questions about what these trends mean for your neighborhood or home value? Let's connect!

06/09/2026

My first guided tour of the season with Fairfax Master Naturalists was a huge success, helped along by a beautiful evening on Kane’s Creek. We saw (and heard) an incredible variety of wildlife, including bald eagles ranging from nestlings to adults, ospreys, Great Blue Herons, a turkey vulture, Tree Swallows, Red-winged Blackbirds, Eastern Wood-Pewees, geese, damselflies, dragonflies, a Northern Watersnake, and several species of frogs.

A special thank you to my co-leader, Pete, for all of his help and expertise throughout the tour!

Mason Neck State Park offers guided morning, evening, and twilight kayak tours throughout the season. For more information, contact the park at 703-339-2385.

06/08/2026

Is the landlord life right for you? Find out!

Renting your space? Consider our helpful hints before posting that listing!

06/05/2026

Are you ready to move? Don’t wait any longer to find your next home. Call today!

06/05/2026

I spent an incredible three days at Mason Neck State Park where I took the ACA’s Community Paddlesports Leader course! As a paddle guide at the Park, it was amazing to dive deep into the essential on-the-water skills and real-life scenarios that leaders face when guiding groups.

The weather was absolutely gorgeous, but with those cool water temps and a steady breeze, the wetsuit was definitely a lifesaver!

Nature absolutely put on a show for us while we were out there. Just some of our incredible wildlife sightings:
• Bald Eagles & Ospreys
• Cormorants & Kingfishers
• Tree Swallows & Red-Winged Blackbirds
• Zebra Swallowtail Butterflies
• ...and 7 Great Northern Snakes — right at our launch site!

A few days spent learning new skills, guiding on the water, and experiencing the local wildlife firsthand is always time well spent.

06/04/2026

One of the most common questions we hear a lot is: How do you sell your current home and buy the next one at the same time? 🏡

It can feel overwhelming, but with the right plan, it’s very doable!

👉 The key is understanding your numbers early, preparing your home properly, and having a clear strategy for timing the transition. For many sellers, that includes negotiating a short rent-back period to create some flexibility. Every situation is a little different, which is why having both a plan and a backup plan makes all the difference.

If you’re thinking about making a move and want to talk through what this could look like for you, we’re always happy to help.