Shavaun Ross

10/06/2026

Off-market deals. Strategic investing. Real returns. 🎉🥂

10/01/2026

🍂 OCTOBER DMV REAL ESTATE CHECK-IN:

Let’s talk about the market we actually have.

Mortgage rates are back above 7%, affordability is still a challenge, and some buyers are wondering if they should just wait.

But here’s the other side of this market:

When higher rates push some buyers to the sidelines, the buyers who remain may face less competition and more opportunities to negotiate depending on the property and location.

That could mean negotiating on:

🏡 Purchase price
💰 Seller-paid closing costs
📉 Interest-rate buydowns
🪖VA loan assumption loan options
🔨 Repairs or inspection items
🏗️ Builder incentives on new construction

And throughout the DMV, the market isn’t moving exactly the same in DC, Prince George’s County, Charles County and Northern Virginia.

So instead of asking, “Are interest rates too high to buy?”

A better question may be:

“What can I negotiate in today’s market that I couldn’t negotiate when everyone else was competing for the same house?”

The rate matters.
The price matters.
The monthly payment matters.
But so does your leverage.

If you’re considering buying, selling or relocating in the DMV, let’s look at the numbers and determine what makes sense for your situation not the headlines.

📍 Maryland | Washington, DC | Virginia
🏡 Buyers | Sellers | VA | New Construction | Relocation

📲 202-798-2854
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09/08/2026

Arlington & Alexandria Contract RoundUp

This area showed considerable buyer negotiating power: 54% of contracts were below asking, the highest share among the markets surveyed, compared with 30% above asking. Seller funding was still present in 92%. Cash was relatively strong at 31%, while home inspection and appraisal contingencies appeared in just 54% of contracts.

08/26/2026

Two referrals this week AND trying to find a home for myself 🙃🏡

Being the Realtor and the client at the same time is a different kind of pressure Whew! Grateful for the business, but somebody find ME a house too!😂

08/07/2026

🏡 **BIG NEWS FOR HOUSING & HOMEBUYERS**

JPMorganChase just announced plans to deploy **more than $750 BILLION through 2035** to help address housing affordability and expand homeownership across the U.S.

Here’s what caught my attention 👇🏾

🏘️ **1 MILLION affordable homes**
The initiative aims to finance the construction or preservation of 1 million affordable housing units nationwide.

🔑 **500,000 homebuyers helped**
JPMorganChase plans to help 500,000 customers purchase homes, including approximately **200,000 first time homebuyers**.

💰 **More mortgage lending**
The company plans to increase mortgage lending by **more than 40%** and hire 850 additional Home Lending Advisors.

💵 **Down payment assistance**
Part of the strategy includes working with organizations to help reduce mortgage costs and expand access to down payment assistance.

🏗️ **More housing supply**
JPMorganChase is also supporting changes to zoning, permitting and building codes that could make it faster and less expensive to build more homes.

🏠 **Alternative housing options**
The company is even considering financing options for **modular and manufactured homes** as potential new mortgage products.

Why does this matter?

The affordability problem isn’t just about mortgage rates. **We simply don’t have enough housing in many markets.** Increasing supply, expanding financing options and helping buyers with upfront costs could create more opportunities for people who have been priced out of homeownership.

This is a major long term investment, and I’ll be watching closely to see how these programs translate into opportunities for buyers in the **DC, Maryland and Virginia housing markets.**

Thinking about buying but unsure what programs or financing options may be available to you? Let’s talk. 🔑

Call now to connect with business.

08/07/2026

Maryland Metro & DC Market Update

The Maryland Metro & DC market leaned competitive, with 38% of homes selling above asking and another 32% below asking. Financing, home inspection, and appraisal contingencies were each included in 85% of transactions, while financing was used in 92% of purchases. Single-family homes made up 61% of the market, followed by townhomes at 31%.

07/26/2026

🚨New Federal Law Targets Large Corporate Buyers of Single Family Homes🏡

A new federal law backed by Sen. Raphael Warnock aims to limit large corporate investors from purchasing additional single-family homes. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act also includes measures designed to expand affordable housing and support first-time homebuyers.

07/04/2026

07/02/2026

***First Time Home Buyers Assistance Programs***

Buying Your First Home May Cost Less Than You Think.🔥🔥🔥🔥

Prince George's County now offers multiple programs that can help cover your down payment and closing costs.🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🎉🎉🎉

There are three homebuyer assistance programs designed to reduce one of the greatest barriers to purchasing a home the upfront costs associated with down payments and closing costs;

1. Pathways to Purchase
2. Homeownership Equity Program
3. Critical Workforce Housing

Check out the below link for more information:

https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/housing-community-development/first-time-home-buyers-assistance-programs

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07/01/2026

Big win: referral deal locked in.
📍Florida

One conversation turned into a closed loop of trust, timing, and ex*****on. This is what happens when relationships are treated like assets not transactions.

Grateful for the partnership, clear expectations on both sides, and the ability to keep opportunities moving across markets.

If you’re planning to sell outside your area and need a trusted referral, I can connect you with a qualified agent wherever you’re going so you’re covered from start to finish!