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Which Type Of Mortgage Is Right For You?

July 1, 2017

Unless you are purchasing your new home in cash, you are going to need a mortgage. You might think that mortgages are pretty standard, but the truth is there are hundreds of different mortgage options out there. Choosing the one that’s right for you is going to depend on various factors such as your income…

Real Estate Trends In Fairfax: Start Of Summer 2017

June 20, 2017

Overall, real estate trends in the United States are on the rise. Fairfax and other Washington D.C. suburbs are thriving in the heart of summer. Throughout the winter, buying and selling houses is not as popular. Maybe it’s because the weather keeps people inside, or it could be that families are less likely to pick…

Making Your Luxury Home Your Own

May 15, 2017

Purchase With Pride Purchasing your first (or second) luxury home can be quite the daunting task. Particularly, if your current or previous home doesn’t offer nearly the same comfort, style, or luxury as our numerous models, upgrading to one of CarrHomes’ elegant properties can seem like a big leap. Each CarrHomes models is poised to…

Your New Home at Saratoga Towns in Springfield

March 28, 2017

Escape to Saratoga Towns The District’s population has been growing since the 1990s, and has in recent years surpassed other metropolises in terms of total population while expected to continue growing to reach (and exceed) one million residents. This influx of new residents, expats, and seasonal stayers has since made the option of living away…

Experience the Carr Homes Difference in Loudoun Oaks

March 28, 2017

The CarrHomes Difference It’s no secret that houses for sale are springing up across Greater Washington. However, it can be quite rare to find new homes for sale that meet your unique wants, needs, and future homeowner goals. At CarrHomes, we understand our clients’ desire for the absolute best in luxury homes in the Greater…

9 Ways to Transform Your Upstairs Loft

August 31, 2016

Here at CarrHomes, we’ve been building luxury homes in the Fairfax area since 1925, and many of our current models feature loft areas on the upper levels. Have you ever lived in a home with a loft area on the upper level? What did you use this space for? Was it your home office, a…

Optional Home Features: Box Beam Ceiling

August 20, 2016

Many of the homes designed and constructed by CarrHomes home builders can be built to certain owner specifications. We provide our buyers with a variety of customization options, such as adding bay windows, fireplaces, ceiling details, and more. One of our most popular optional features is the square shaped coffered ceiling, also known as the…

6 Benefits of Buying a Townhome

July 15, 2016

Preparing to buy a home comes with a very long list of decisions that need to be made, but perhaps the first choice you must make is to decide on what type of home you’re interested in. Many buyers see themselves in single family homes, but this option is not financially feasible for some households,…

High-Tech Gadgets That Turn Luxury Homes Into Smart Homes

March 18, 2016

Building a luxury home means finally getting the castle that you’ve always dreamed about. It also means that you can select the features and technology that is perfectly suited to your lifestyle. If you care about energy efficiency, and the gadgets that allow you to have a fully automated home just like the Jetsons, smart…

Top Three Reasons to Buy a New Construction Home

February 15, 2016

Buying a new home is a big decision and big financial step. Sometimes you’re in the market for an upgrade, sometimes you’re looking to downsize, and sometimes you’re taking the leap into buying your first home. For whatever reason you’re looking to purchase your new home, here are three reasons to consider a new construction…