How buyers, sellers and agents are navigating the real estate shake-up
New rules on agent commissions formally kicked in last month but have already been having an effect on the ground.
By Michele Lerner
This Fredericksburg, Va., Victorian was restored — and doubled in size
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The five-bedroom, four bathroom house underwent a major renovation that doubled its square footage but kept its original details
By Sophia Solano
Sales underway at 6-condo building in D.C.'s Brentwood neighborhood
Buying New | Modern style Brentwood building has six condominiums
By Scott Sowers
1904 Waddy B. Wood house on the market for nearly $4 million
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The seven-bedroom, five-bathroom Colonial in Cleveland Park retains historic details alongside modern upgrades
By Sophia Solano
D.C. attorney general alleges ‘widespread’ title insurance kickbacks
An AG’s investigation found four Washington-area title insurance companies paid agents for referrals in violation of local consumer protection law.
By Aaron Gregg
Original houses hold timeless appeal in Signal Hill
Where We LIve | Northern Virginia neighborhood still has 1970s style
By Hope Hodge Seck
Why is rent so high? The Justice Department blames a tech firm’s algorithm.
An antitrust lawsuit filed against software vendor RealPage alleges widespread collusion among landlords who share rental data that trains pricing algorithms.
By Aaron Gregg and Eva Dou
Tudor to modern: Renovated D.C. mansion priced at $6.7 million
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The six-bedroom, eight-bathroom house blends original Depression-era details with modern upgrades -- including a pool and cabana
By Sophia Solano
Location a major selling point for Md. townhouse development
Buying New | Northpark Towns has four house designs planned for 102 lots
By Hope Hodge Seck
New rules could reshape homebuying. Here’s what it means for you.
A recent settlement from the National Association of Realtors takes effect Aug. 17, bringing new rules that affect homebuyers and sellers alike.
By Aaron Gregg
Eco-friendly Md. house on the market for $2.95 million
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house has a live roof and was built using materials from the property
By Sophia Solano
Fast growing New Market merges history, community spirit
Where We Live | Residential areas expand near preserved town center.
By Iris Vukmanovic
Famed artist’s D.C. home and studio on the market for $2.05 million
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | Photographer William Christenberry produced many of his images chronicling life in the rural South in this Cleveland Park house
By Sophia Solano
1885 mansion is now a Dupont Circle condominium complex
Buying New | The Rochester brings six units to S Street NW
By Amy Worden
Contemporary Reston, Va., lake house on the market for $3.2 million
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The four-bedroom, six-bathroom house has eclectic details. Take a look inside.
By Sophia Solano
History and convenience in Rockville’s West End
Where We Live | Variety of house styles add to eclectic charm
By Barbara Ruben
Air-conditioning business thrives during a summer of heat records
HVAC contractors have seen a spike in demand for their services, and they expect it to persist as summers get hotter.
By Hannah Ziegler
New contracts might make buying a home more confusing than ever
The real estate industry’s response to new rules governing commission offers: complicated legal agreements for home buyers.
By Aaron Gregg and Julian Mark
1893 Georgetown Victorian was once owned by a famous gardener
HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The gardens were the laboratory for a new gardening style developed by a prominent owner. Now the property is for sale for $2.15 million
By Sophia Solano