Buying a home is an exciting experience, but it can feel a bit overwhelming if you don’t have the right information. Check out these helpful resources about the home buying process. When you’re ready, give The Lise Howe Group a call at 240-401-5577 to tour available homes in the Montgomery County and Bethesda areas.
Interest Rate vs. APR: What Buyers Need to Know When you start comparing mortgage quotes, you’ll see two key numbers: the interest rate and the APR. They sound similar, but they tell different parts of the story—and understanding both helps you choose the loan that truly fits your budget and long‑term plans. Interest Rate: The
Bethesda Luxury Homes Along the Massachusetts Avenue Corridor For buyers searching for Bethesda luxury homes, the Massachusetts Avenue Corridor stands out as one of the most prestigious and enduring residential areas in Montgomery County, Maryland. Stretching from downtown Bethesda toward Washington, DC and the Potomac River, this corridor is home to some of the region’s
Written by Lise Howe, Associate Broker at RLAH in Chevy Chase, MD, with lots of experience helping sellers, buyers, landlords and renters in Kenwood Forest, Chevy Chase MD. Kenwood Forest I compared to Kenwood Forest II – how do you choose? Both are charming communities of townhouse-style condominiums located at the intersection of Bradley Boulevard
Written by Lise Howe, Associate Broker at RLAH, an expert in downsizing and relocating from DC and the wider metro area. Please share your questions about downsizing with her. Planning on downsizing in DC or Bethesda? Here are some things to consider as you plan to relocate. People across the country look forward to retirement
Written by Lise Howe, Associate Broker at RLAH, an expert in downsizing in Bethesda and all the condos in Bethesda MD. Downsizing at the Willoughby can feel like a fresh chapter—lighter, simpler, and full of possibility. For many people exploring this next step in the Washington, D.C. area, the Willoughby in Chevy Chase, Maryland offers
You will love living in Chevy Chase Village because of its history, sense of community and distinctive homes surrounded by mature azaleas and tall trees. Written by Lise Howe, Associate Broker with RLAH and specializing in close in Montgomery County and NW Washington with an interest in down-sizing seniors and condo communities. If you are
The Right Places to Downsize in Montgomery County: Reflections on the Choices There are a number of right places to downsize in Montgomery County. The choice of the perfect place really depends on your priorities! At this stage of life, many of us start craving something a little simpler. Not smaller in spirit — just
The 2025 housing market was a mixed bag. The past 12 months offered more homes available for sale and at slightly lower borrowing costs. Home prices, however, remained too steep for many middle-class Americans, causing properties to sit on the market longer and resulting in lower-than-expected sales. But 2025 wasn’t just a rollercoaster for buyers
Worried About a Recession? What Bethesda Home Buyers Need To Know Worried about a recessionIt’s completely understandable that homebuyers today are watching the economy with extra care. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most of us ever make, and a little uncertainty in the headlines can make even confident buyers hesitate.
Renting vs. Owning: What Really Builds Wealth in Bethesda and Beyond Renting vs. Owning! Is this what you are contemplating for the New Year? Renting can feel like the simpler and more affordable option—especially these days. No repairs, no property taxes, no worrying about interest rates. You write the check each month and go about
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