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Hello July!
July is a sizzling hot month for real estate, buzzing with excitement and patriotic flair! With fireworks still sparkling in the sky from Independence Day celebrations, the property market is just as electrifying. Families are out in full force, eager to find their dream homes before the new school year, while sellers are sprucing up their listings to attract enthusiastic buyers. It's a time of open houses and neighborhood barbecues, where the American dream of homeownership feels more vibrant than ever.
Whether you're hunting for that perfect city loft or a cozy suburban nest, July offers a star-spangled mix of opportunities and fun in the real estate world.
Real Estate in the News
1/3 of Single-Family Homes For Sale are Newly Built. Here's what Buyers Need to Know:
“It doesn’t mean necessarily that new construction has ramped up,” said Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders. Homebuilders are still constructing about 1 million single-family homes a year, he said.
“What’s happened is that the level of resale inventory has shrunk,” Dietz said.
You can watch this year’s Independence Day fireworks show from the National Mall, or upscale hotel rooftops, or aboard a dinner cruise. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate July 4 around DC!
The District’s signature pro tennis tournament returns to Rock Creek Park Tennis Center. Top-tier talent from all over the world will compete for a prestigious trophy, leading to action that you do not want to miss.
The Hottest Summer Ever Is Coming: What Extreme Heat Can Do to Your Home - And How to Prevent the Damage
The Realtor.com® 2024 climate risk study found that nearly a third of all homes in the U.S. are located in areas that are prone to extreme heat exposure.
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