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What Does the Current Fairfax County Real Estate Market Mean for Sellers? | Mid-June 2026
The latest Fairfax County and Northern Virginia real estate market data in June 2026 continue to reveal an increasingly segmented market. Buyer demand remains healthy, but Buyers continue to focus on newly listed Houses while extended-market inventory continues to expand. What Is the Most Important Signal in the Current Fairfax County Real Estate Market in June 2026? The strongest market signal this week is the widening difference between where inventory is accumulating and w

Scott Ford
4 days ago


Fairfax County Inventory Tracker | Early June 2026: Why Inventory Continues to Build Even When Buyer Demand Remains Healthy
The Fairfax County housing market continues to illustrate an important principle that every homeowner considering a sale should understand: When New Listings consistently exceed New Contracts, inventory builds over time. Although the relationship between supply and demand appears straightforward, its impact on market conditions—and ultimately Seller strategy—is significant. For the 15th consecutive week, New Listings exceeded New Contracts in Fairfax County, continuing a tren

Scott Ford
Jun 9


Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategic Insight Report Vol. 1 | Are Buyer Decision Cycles Lengthening?
Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategic Insight Report | Vol. 1 One of the most common assumptions in residential real estate is that if a House remains on the market for several weeks, it must be overpriced. Current market data suggests that conclusion may no longer always be correct. Over the past several months, I have been tracking inventory levels, Buyer activity, Days on Market, and long-term market trends across Fairfax County and Northern Virginia. One pattern continu

Scott Ford
Jun 4


Mid-May 2026 Northern Virginia Real Estate Market Update
My monthly Northern Virginia real estate market update for mid-May 206 summarizes current data and potential trends as the market continues to shift as Spring progresses towards early Summer. Buyer demand remains active, but the market is increasingly segmenting between Houses that capture immediate Buyer attention and Houses that remain on the market for extended periods. At the same time: Inventory continues to build across Fairfax County and the broader Northern Virginia

Scott Ford
May 21


Owner’s Title Insurance: Protecting Your Home After Closing | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
Most Buyers understand that title insurance is part of the closing process. What is less understood is who is actually protected—and what that protection covers. There are two types of title insurance involved in most real estate transactions: one that protects the Lender. and one that protects the homeowner. That distinction is important, particularly after Closing, when ownership—and the associated risks—fully transfer. Owner’s title insurance helps protect homeowners after

Scott Ford
May 13


Fairfax County Real Estate Market Update (May 2026): Why Inventory Is Building as Buyer Demand Remains Active
The Fairfax County real estate market is showing a consistent pattern that explains one of the most important current trends: Inventory is continuing to build—even while Buyers remain active. This is not a contradiction. It is the result of how Buyer behavior is interacting with new supply entering the market. Because Fairfax County represents the largest share of housing activity in Northern Virginia, these trends provide a reliable indicator of broader regional market condi

Scott Ford
May 7


Fairfax County Housing Data Points to a Continued Supply Gap | Northern Virginia Real Estate
Fairfax County’s recently published Housing Needs Assessment provides a clear, data-driven view of the Northern Virginia housing supply gap and where the market is headed over the next decade. The conclusion is straightforward: The housing supply gap is not projected to close. Fairfax County data highlights a projected housing supply gap through 2035, with limited relief in close-in locations. What the Data Shows regarding a Housing Supply Gap in the Northern Virginia real es

Scott Ford
May 4


Protecting Your Home from Deed Fraud: How the Virginia Deed Alert System Works | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
This post begins a new “Protecting Your Home” series focused on helping homeowners reduce risk before and during a sale. While most real estate discussions focus on pricing and timing, protecting ownership itself is a foundational step that is often overlooked. This infographic explains how the Virginia Deed Alert system provides early notification when documents are recorded under your name or property—helping homeowners respond more quickly to potential fraud risks. Most ho

Scott Ford
Apr 23
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How Your Home Is Titled Affects More Than Ownership | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
Most homeowners focus on buying and selling. Very few revisit how their home is titled after purchase. At closing, ownership is established and recorded. For many, that structure remains unchanged for years—often without further review. But how a property is titled can affect what happens later, particularly during major life events or transitions. How your home is titled affects ownership, control, and transfer decisions over time. Reviewing your ownership structure can help

Scott Ford
May 27


Owner’s Title Insurance: Protecting Your Home After Closing | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
Most Buyers understand that title insurance is part of the closing process. What is less understood is who is actually protected—and what that protection covers. There are two types of title insurance involved in most real estate transactions: one that protects the Lender. and one that protects the homeowner. That distinction is important, particularly after Closing, when ownership—and the associated risks—fully transfer. Owner’s title insurance helps protect homeowners after

Scott Ford
May 13


Vacant Home Risk in Northern Virginia: What Changes with Insurance When You Move Out Before Selling | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
“What changes when I move out before selling?” It’s a common step for many Sellers—especially when preparing a house for market or relocating before listing. But once a home becomes vacant, several things change. Some are obvious. Others are not. One of the most important—and most often overlooked—is how insurance coverage and property risk can shift once a home is no longer occupied. Vacant homes carry different risks than occupied homes. Insurance coverage, monitoring, and

Scott Ford
May 6


Home Insurance Coverage: What Many Homeowners Miss About Underinsurance | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
Most homeowners assume their insurance coverage reflects what their home is worth. In practice, that assumption is often incorrect. The reason comes down to a key distinction: insurance is based on reconstruction cost—not market value. Understanding that difference is critical to protecting your home as a long-term asset. Most homeowners insure based on assumptions that may no longer reflect current rebuilding costs. Industry data suggests ~60% of homes are underinsured by ~2

Scott Ford
Apr 30


Protecting Your Home from Deed Fraud: How the Virginia Deed Alert System Works | Northern Virginia Real Estate Strategy
This post begins a new “Protecting Your Home” series focused on helping homeowners reduce risk before and during a sale. While most real estate discussions focus on pricing and timing, protecting ownership itself is a foundational step that is often overlooked. This infographic explains how the Virginia Deed Alert system provides early notification when documents are recorded under your name or property—helping homeowners respond more quickly to potential fraud risks. Most ho

Scott Ford
Apr 23
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