buyers

March 6, 2019
Buying your first home in Washington, DC can be a daunting task, but did you know there are many resources available to help you through the process?
March 13, 2019
What is a condo conversion? Is it a good investment for you and is DC a good place to do one? Learn the facts and the process for converting one title into individually titled condominiums.
March 20, 2019
Are you selling a home in the DMV? Be sure you properly disclose all of the necessary information to the buyer before contracts are signed! Here are the legal disclosure requirements for the DC, Virginia, and Maryland.
May 15, 2019
If you are a foreign property owner who is selling US property or are buying from a foreign seller, you need to know how the FIRPTA law affects you. Learn about the tax implications and exemptions here.
May 29, 2019
When buying a new home, should you have a survey done? Learn more about location and boundary surveys, and whether or not you need one before closing!
June 12, 2019
Having both the buyer and the seller physically present at a closing is not always possible, and SMART Settlements understands that. Learn how we can accommodate your closing remotely!
April 7, 2021
Purchasing title insurance is a standard part of the closing process, learn what an owner's title policy covers and why every buyer needs one.