The market is swift, especially in sought after central DC.  Homes, priced right, rarely stay on the market for long.  In a market like this, it is the buyer’s turn to engage in Win/Win negotiations.

• It is important to negotiate, to stand above your competition.
• Know what you can borrow; and
• Get There First.

This is a great article in the Washington Post, April 9th that offers great advice on how buyers can stay competitive in our low-supply, high demand market.