Buying and Selling in NOVA - Erika Potter

07/07/2026

🏡 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗦𝗔: 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗮𝘄, 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄.

🔧 Normal wear and tear is the landlord's responsibility.
If an appliance or major system simply wears out or fails during normal use—such as:
• Dishwasher stops working
• A/C breaks down
• Water heater reaches the end of its life

A landlord generally 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 a flat repair, maintenance, or "𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙧 𝙙𝙚𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙚𝙚" for those types of repairs.

💥 Tenant-caused damage is different.
If a tenant (or their guests) damages the property—such as breaking a window, putting holes in the wall, damaging doors, or misusing an appliance—they can still be responsible for the cost of those repairs.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗺 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲:
✅ 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗿 = 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆.
✅ 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁 = 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆.
✅ 𝗡𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗜𝗥 𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗦

Now is a great time for landlords to review their lease agreements and for renters to understand their rights and responsibilities under Virginia's updated law.

Questions about what this means in a real-world situation? Drop them in the comments.

05/22/2026

Shout out to the LoCo Sheriff's Office! This happens a lot more often then you would think. Please don't trust every rental listing you see! Work with a trusted agent to ensure you don’t get scammed.

MEDIA RELEASE: The Loudoun County, VA (May 22, 2026): The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is seeking information from the public related to the indictment of Kimberly Vu.

After an extensive investigation by the LCSO, Vu, 45, of Sterling, was indicted by the Loudoun County Grand Jury on May 18, 2026, on 26 charges, including obtaining money by false pretenses.

Vu is accused of operating a rental fraud scam in which she posed as a real estate agent offering homes, townhouses, and rooms for rent. Investigators allege Vu contacted potential renters, collected security deposits and first month’s rent, and then failed to provide the promised housing.

The LCSO believes there may be additional victims connected to this case and is asking anyone with information to contact Sergeant Wilson at 703-777-1021. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Loudoun County Crime Solvers at 703-777-1919 or submit a tip through the LCSO app.

Full Release: https://bit.ly/4fyKt7F

05/22/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED!!! 🏡

📍 25284 Gray Poplar Terrace, Aldie, VA 20105
💲 Offered at $488,000

Join me this Saturday, May 23rd from 12:30–3:00 PM to tour this beautifully upgraded former “Matisse” model home in one of Aldie’s most convenient locations.

✨ Highlights Include:
• 1,608 sq.ft.
• 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths
• 1-Car Garage
• Designer upgrades & decorator accents throughout
• Spacious open-concept living
• Stylish kitchen with granite counters & dark cabinetry
• Light-filled living spaces and model-home feel

This home combines low-maintenance living with upgraded finishes and a functional layout perfect for today’s lifestyle.

📅 Open House: Saturday, May 23rd
⏰ 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Stop by and see everything this stunning home has to offer.

📲 Erika Potter, REALTOR®
703-489-0840

05/17/2026

✨ JUST LISTED in ALDIE | $488,000 ✨

25284 Gray Poplar Terrace • Loudoun Crossing
End-unit. Former model home that still shows like one and only minutes to Rt. 50, I-66 & Dulles. 💫

3 BD 🛌 | 2.5 BA 🛁 | 1 car garage 🚗
1,610 sq ft of high-end finishes and the upgrades buyers actually want:
🍳 Gourmet kitchen — granite + gas range
🛁 Oversized primary suite with spa-style bath & two walk-ins
🧺 Upper Level Laundry
💡 Whole-home lighting control + automated window treatments
🔊 Built-in speakers throughout
⚡ Tesla EV charger + epoxied, finished garage
🏊 Community pool, clubhouse, gym & indoor tennis

Move-in ready and priced delow comps for quick sale! This one checks every box. 📦✅

📲 DM me or call 703.489.0840 to schedule your private tour.

Erika Potter, REALTOR® | Real Broker, LLC
VA Lic. #0225206298 | MLS # VALO2124746
Equal Housing Opportunity. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

03/21/2026

Fewer listings mean strategic buying and selling is crucial! With Erika Potter from Real Broker, LLC, navigate Loudoun County's -4% inventory change like a pro. 🚀🏠

03/09/2026

Wonder how your offer stacks up against others?
Are Buyers offering full price? 🏡💵
Waiving inspections? 🧐
Are Sellers paying the Buyer’s agent’s commission? 👩🏼‍💻

A quick snapshot of the current market conditions broken down by county, courtesy of Universal Title.

03/07/2026

If you're not looking for a production home in a cookie-cutter neighborhood, and you don’t want to start from scratch building a fully custom home, then semi-custom is the way to go.

02/20/2026

Loudoun County Recognizes the 2026 Best Workplaces for Commuters. Do you work for one of these businesses? What are your thoughts?

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution at its February 18, 2026, meeting honoring local employers recognized as 2026 Best Workplaces for Commuters. The resolution honors 20 Loudoun County employers for demonstrating exceptional commitment to providing efficient transportation....

02/12/2026

From the National Association of REALTORS:

Since 1981, single women have outpaced single men in home buying. From 11% in 1981 to 21% today, they prioritize stability and family proximity, making financial sacrifices to achieve homeownership.

So my question is for the men out there... What's holding you back from buying?

01/26/2026