Jonathan Fox: Ranked by the Washingtonian Magazine as top agent in 2017, 2018, and 2019, winners of Arlington Magazine Top broker in 2019, Washington Post contributor, along with appearances on HGTV!

With several development projects in the works, Ballston could become the next hot community. (Justin Gellerson for The Washington Post)
Top developers and first-time home buyers alike are all looking for the next hot neighborhood where investing is not only safe but will yield the highest return on investment.

Over the years, many communities have become suddenly hot — from Shaw, to H Street, to Petworth, to North Bethesda.

Now, the next hottest neighborhood is . . . Ballston, Va.

Here’s why:

North Arlington — anchored by the Metro, Interstate 66 East and four bridges to the District — has long been the epicenter of Northern Virginia’s urban developmen...

In today's episode we break down the entire process a homebuyer goes through from the day they find the perfect home until they get the keys! If you're buying a home or will be, this is a must see!

Preparation is a critical element of success. When listing your home in a very competitive real estate market, being properly prepared for a broad spectrum of home buyers’ demands should be the top priority of every seller. Properties that show the best sell the quickest and for the highest price. Therefore, getting your home into the best possible show condition is in the best interest of sellers.

Remember, from the perspective of a buyer, the overall touring experience, or the way the home made them feel, is just as important as the neighborhood, schools, bedrooms and bathrooms, so making a positive first impression is critical to getting a top-dollar offer.

Here are seven ideas to he...

Tried and true SPECIFIC tactics you can implement to get TOP dollar when you sell!

I show you behind the scenes how I prepare my listings for sale and get top dollar without renovating a thing! I outline practical projects ALL sellers should do before going on the market.