AL Grant Realty Group

07/15/2026

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ affiliate company has finalized the sale of the 6,754 square foot waterfront estate at 1 Star Island Drive in Miami Beach for $55 million dollars. The buyer was JFStar LLC, managed by Virginia based real estate head John A. Franklin, following a complex transaction that involved an active lawsuit to enforce the sale contract.

07/14/2026

One of Sen. Raphael Warnock's highest-profile housing proposals has officially become federal law, marking a significant policy change aimed at slowing corporate ownership of single-family homes in Georgia and across the country.

Warnock announced Saturday that his provision prohibiting large private equity firms from purchasing additional single-family homes took effect after the broader bipartisan housing package became law without President Donald Trump's signature.

Under the Constitution, legislation passed by Congress can become law if the president neither signs nor vetoes it within the required 10-day window while Congress remains in session.

07/12/2026

Sunday Inspection done for First Time Homebuyer Client. Ask us about First Time Homebuyer programs. Great affordable housing in the DMV.

06/28/2026

Happy Sunday!

What’s one thing your dream home must have?

🏡 A gourmet kitchen?
🌳 A big backyard?
🛏️ A first-floor primary suite?
🏊 A pool?
🖥️ A home office?

Share yours in the comments! I’d love to hear what your dream home looks like.

06/26/2026

🏡 Why You Need a REALTOR® for New Construction

Many buyers think they don’t need a REALTOR® when buying a new construction home—but the builder’s sales representative works for the builder, not for you.

A REALTOR® helps you:

* Protect your interests throughout the process.
* Negotiate incentives, closing costs, upgrades, and contract terms.
* Review the contract and explain important deadlines and contingencies.
* Coordinate inspections to help identify issues before closing.
* Guide you from contract to closing, making the process smoother and less stressful.

The best part? In most new construction transactions, the builder pays the buyer’s agent’s commission, so you often receive professional representation at no additional cost to you (subject to the builder’s policies and the purchase agreement).

Don’t make one of the biggest purchases of your life without someone representing your interests.

04/08/2026

Thinking about upgrading to a bigger home but not sure where to start? 🏡

One of the biggest questions I hear is:
“Should I sell first or buy first?”

The truth is — there’s a strategy that lets many homeowners move without getting stuck with two mortgages or feeling rushed.

If you’ve been wondering what your options look like in today’s market, message me UPGRADE and I’ll send you my simple move-up strategy guide.
- AL GRANT

04/07/2026

Residential Real Estate Market Trends fothe Washington DC Metro area

Market Status: The spring housing market is gaining momentum after a slow start, with increased competition for desirable, well-priced listings.

Metro & Suburbs: Northern Virginia, particularly Fairfax, Arlington, and Loudoun, continues to experience a fast-moving market with low days-on-market.

Washington DC Pricing: In contrast to the suburbs, Washington, D.C. proper has seen a slight decline in median home prices (590K − $599K range as of February 2026), making it a potential buyer's market in some segments.

Inventory & Rates: While inventory is showing slight improvements, it remains tight overall. Long-term mortgage rates have fluctuated, rising toward 6.5%
in April 2026 due to economic uncertainty.

Let’s set time for a 15 minute free consultation. Send a DM or call me direct 202-225-8592. Let’s set a plan of action today!

04/02/2026

🌊🏡 Are you interested in buying, selling, leasing, or investing in real estate? If so, contact me today for more details!
☎️ 202-256-8592 (AL Grant, Team Leader) 🥇🏡

03/12/2026

First-time buyers increased to 34%, with modest affordability improvements. Homes sold above list price dropped to 14%. Average offers were 2.3 per home. All-cash sales rose to 31%. Contingency waivers also increased.

This report is a key indicator of housing market strength based on a monthly survey sent to over 50,000 real estate practitioners.