Name: DC Open Doors | A Proven Path to Homeownership in the District [Live Webinar 11/04/20]
Start: 2020-11-04T12:30:00-05:00
End: 2020-11-04T13:30:00-05:00
Location: Online

"I don't believe real estate should be a cut and paste world. We aren't a big box brokerage, instead we're an independent Black owned firm of skilled, innovative professionals of real estate." -Dana Ash-McGinty, Principal Broker

Dana Ash-McGintyis a multi-state real estate broker, speaker and trainer. As a 15+ year real estate veteran with over $500,000,000 (500M) in sales, she delivers results.

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ASH | MCGINTY provides real estate consulting and represent real estate buyers and sellers in the District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland and Pennsylvania.

What is Title Insurance?

Your Money

September 16, 2020

When a property is bought, financed or sold, a record of that transaction is generally filed in the public records. Likewise, records of other events that may affect the ownership of a property, such as [...] Take a look

How Much House Can I Afford? (150K Salary)

Your Money

September 16, 2020

The smart way to shop for your new home! Learn how to calculate how much house you can afford before hitting that open house or applying for a mortgage. If you’re ready to buy a [...] Take a look

What are Adjustable Rate Mortgages?

Mortgage Matters

October 21, 2020

Most people have lots of questions about adjustable rate mortgages (and little bit of fear). Rightfully so. But before we discuss the specifics on an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM), let’s first discuss fixed-rate mortgages. Fixed-rate mortgage [...] Take a look

Interest Rate vs. Annual Percentage Rate

Mortgage Matters

October 21, 2020

At ASH MCGINTY, we understand the important role your home plays in your your life. That’s why we are committed to providing you information that will help you make more informed decisions about your home [...] Take a look

What records am I entitled to when buying a condo in Maryland?

Buyers

October 3, 2020

In Maryland, you are entitled to see the public offering statement if new construction or the resale certificate package if the property is being sold by an individual owner. Both the public offering statement and [...] Take a look

What is Condo Ownership?

Condos

October 3, 2020

Condominiums are a housing alternative for those who want to own a home, but may not want to be responsible for lawn care. Condo ownership is also a good option if a single-family home is [...] Take a look

Buyers

House, Condo or Co-op?

October 3, 2020

You’ve decided, you’re committed, you’re serious, and ready to make a significant financial investment in a home. The catalyst for your decision could have come from a number of things: starting or expanding your family, [...] Take a look

Condos

Instagram: I Chose Hymalayan Granite

March 6, 2018

I paired this #hymalayan white #granite with #kraftmaid midnight blue cabinets in our Atlanta condo. #condokitchen #galleykitchen #stonecountertops #buckheadatlanta #granitecountertops #Atlanta ❤️❤️ […] Take a look

Condos

Bye Atlanta home… ——————- #Atlanta #Buckhead #buckheadcondo #highrise #forsale #condolife #byefelicia

March 6, 2018

Bye Atlanta home… ——————- #Atlanta #Buckhead #buckheadcondo #highrise #forsale #condolife #byefelicia […] Take a look

how much do sellers usually come down on a house

Set The RIGHT Price For Your Home From The Start

Selling

October 14, 2020

Every seller wants to get as much money as possible when selling their home. The natural inclination for most people is to price high, thinking you can always come down in the future. But a [...] Take a look

5 Must Have Tips To Sell Your House Fast!

Selling

September 2, 2020

Selling your home fast can be a stressful process if not done properly. But it doesn’t have to be stressful! It can be a quick and easy process. We have helped hundreds of homeowners like [...] Take a look

Preparing Your House For Sale

Quick Tips For Preparing and Showing Your Washington, DC Home

February 15, 2019

Create a Fantastic First Impression You don’t get a second chance to make a good impression! A home that stands out among similarly priced houses is the one that sells. The following suggestions for preparing [...] Take a look

Petworth

3 Options For Selling Your Petworth Washington, DC Home Online

December 8, 2018

Strategies For Selling Your Home Online There are three primary strategies for selling real estate online. The route you choose depends on your financial goals, your timeline and your willingness to put in some DIY [...] Take a look

Home Improvement

Get the Most Bang For Your Buck When You Sell Your Home

April 11, 2018

What renovations offer the biggest impact on a home’s value? Let’s see… 1. An Addition Any type of home expansion, whether it’s a new bedroom, a new den or a larger living room, will have [...] Take a look

Preparing Your House For Sale

Creating Curb Appeal to Get Buyers in the Door

March 12, 2018

The National Association of Realtors states that 49% of all houses are bought based on one factor— Curb Appeal. But, how do you achieve it? Here are a few ideas: • Addresses aren’t just for [...] Take a look

Selling

Selling? ‘Catch Them At The Curb’

November 15, 2017

‘Catch them at the curb’ isn’t just a catchy phrase. This should be the goal of any Seller. A buyer’s first impression is created at the front of your house. Although over 90% of buyer [...] Take a look

Selling

Preparing Your House For Sale With Fresh Exterior Paint

September 16, 2017

The four components of exterior painting includes: Exterior Doors/ Shutters Trim Siding Decks/ Porches A three-color paint scheme is fairly typical. One for doors/shutters, one for trim and and one for siding. Wood decks and [...] Take a look

Only 14 Spots Remain – 100% Financing, Down Payment & Closing Costs Assistance in Montgomery County NOW!

Buyer Tips

October 15, 2020

Want to own a home in Montgomery County, Maryland NOW? MONTGOMERY HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM V There are only 14 remaining reservations for this program. The MONTGOMERY HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM V purpose is to help Maryland first time [...] Take a look

If you don’t have a 20 percent down payment, look at other options.

Buyer Tips

October 12, 2020

Think it’s impossible to buy a home unless you have 20% saved up? Maybe not. Low down payment options may be more common than you think—if you know where to look. Certain loans allow you [...] Take a look

Buyer Tips

Types of Loans & Home Purchase Basics to Get You Started

October 1, 2020

Congratulations on your decision to buy a new home! There are many important things to consider throughout the process, especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. Here’s some important information to know and a few things [...] Take a look

Buyer Tips

How Lenders View FICO Scores

September 30, 2020

Let’s take a look at FICO scores and how they’re calculated. Your FICO score is a numerical representation of the odds that a consumer will default 90 days or more or a credit card or [...] Take a look

Buyer Tips

Do I Qualify For Down Payment Assistance in MD if I Live in DC (and vice versa)?

September 28, 2020

The short answer is yes. Yes, you qualify! But first, what is down payment assistance? You are probably familiar with the various down payment assistance programs available. These programs assist with homebuyers mortgage down payment [...] Take a look

Buyer Tips

What Happens After Being Pre-Approved?

September 25, 2020

Congratulations! You have submitted all the required documentation and now you have that Pre-Approval for your new home. So… what’s next? As you continue to move along in the home buying process, you will only [...] Take a look

Buyer Tips

5 Down Payment Myths Debunked

September 24, 2020

Many of our first-time homebuyer clients are not aware of the wide variety of financing options, such as down payment assistance available to them. We saw this as a clear opportunity to both educate and [...] Take a look

Buyer Tips

5 Items You Need To Qualify For a Home Loan

September 9, 2020

Congratulations! You’ve decide to purchase a home. This is an exciting time, but there is work to do before you pop the champagne. The first step toward purchasing a home is getting pre-qualified for a [...] Take a look

We’re going live to discuss DC Open Doors! [11/04/2020]

DC Open Doors

October 26, 2020

The DC Open Doors Program makes homeownership in Washington, DC an affordable reality by offering qualified buyers home purchase loans and down payment assistance. Qualified first-time and repeat buyers are eligible for this program. We’re going [...] Take a look

How DC Open Doors Works For You In 2020

DC Open Doors

October 22, 2020

DC Open Doors makes homeownership in the District more accessible. The District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA) “DC Open Doors” is designed to be a zero down home purchase program for those wishing to [...] Take a look

DC Open Doors

DC Open Doors Makes Homeownership in the District Achievable (2020)

September 23, 2020

Updated September 23, 2020 In an effort to promote and make homeownership and Washington DC real estate more affordable, the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA), has created a down payment assistance program called [...] Take a look

DC Open Doors

Buying a Condo with DC Open Doors

September 17, 2020

Washington, DC is a very expensive city to live in. One of the most expensive in the country. That’s the not so good news. The very good news is that owning a property in the [...] Take a look

DC Open Doors

Find a DC Open Doors Approved Lender

September 10, 2020

The DC Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA) makes owning a home both affordable and attainable with the DC Open Doors Program is a mortgage program that can provide down payment assistance for those with an income [...] Take a look

Are you a D.C. government employee interested in buying a home in the District?

DC4ME

September 22, 2020

DC4ME provides full-time D.C. government employees a reduced interest rate mortgage. D.C. employees also have the option of 3% down payment assistance with a 0% deferred subordinate loan. DC4ME is offered to District Government employees, including employees of District [...] Take a look

Only 14 Spots Remain – 100% Financing, Down Payment & Closing Costs Assistance in Montgomery County NOW!

Buyer Tips

October 15, 2020

8 Things You Should Know About The Maryland Mortgage Program

Maryland Mortgage Program

September 1, 2020

We want to make sure you have all the details! Here are 8 Things You Should Know About The Maryland Mortgage Program (MMP). MMP provides eligible homebuyers purchasing in Maryland a 30-year fixed-rate home loan. [...] Take a look

The Pathway To Purchase Program Is Back!

Pathway To Purchase Program

September 29, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the Pathway To Purchase Program was on hold for any applicants that had not yet completed the required Housing Quality Standard (HQS) Inspection. However, inspections have now resumed! The Pathway To Purchase Program provides [...] Take a look

Pathway To Purchase Program Income Limits

2 Important Things You Should Know About the Pathway To Purchase Income Limits

First Time Home Buyers

May 9, 2020

[Figure 1.] As you probably know, there are multiple first time home buyer programs in Maryland. Of all the home buyers programs in Maryland, the Prince George’s County PATHWAY TO PURCHASE PROGRAM is one of the best! [...] Take a look

Find Your Local REIA

Real Estate Investing

December 2, 2019

Real Estate Investor Associations – Love It or Hate It Dana Ash-McGinty This is a subject that I hear so many real estate investors discuss. Some love local REIA and others completely avoid them. Personally, [...] Take a look

My Fave Real Estate Investing Books

Real Estate Investing

December 1, 2019

Here’s a snippet of my own personal real estate investing library. Updated December 1, 2019 Your real estate investing success is highly dependent on the quality of the education you receive. Arm yourself with skills, [...] Take a look

Investing

Investing in Tax Liens: The Rate of Return

November 28, 2019

Tax Lien Investing, An Underutilized Investment Tool The goal of an investor is to seek new opportunities while evaluating risks vs. rewards. Many stock market investors are happy with a safe return of 10-15%. Investing [...] Take a look

Real Estate Investing

Quick Tips for Investing in Rental Properties

February 14, 2018

If you compare the potential financial returns in real estate investments to other types of investments, the value of real estate properties typically create a higher of value over time. If you want to secure [...] Take a look

Real Estate Investing

10 Questions To Ask Yourself Prior To Rental Real Estate Investing

June 12, 2017

Prior to taking any steps towards investing in real estate, there are a few things about yourself you should consider. These things include: what you want, what motivational forces you respond to, and whether or [...] Take a look

African-American Homeownership and the American Dream

@danaashmcginty

October 13, 2020

I was born and raised in Atlanta, GA, but spent my summers each year in Hollywood, Florida visiting my grandparents. My father and my grandparents are from Nassau on the island of New Providence. Nassau is [...] Take a look

The Old Man, the Boy and the Donkey

@danaashmcginty

September 19, 2020

Have you heard the tale of the old man, the boy and donkey? An old man, a boy and a donkey were going to town. The boy rode on the donkey and the old man [...] Take a look

@danaashmcginty

Creating Your Reverse Bucket List

September 18, 2020

Under pressure to set new goals? Constantly focused on making your dreams come true? Give yourself a break—- first, acknowledge what you have already achieved. Create a reverse bucket list. Every year, every month, even every week— I constantly [...] Take a look

@danaashmcginty

Giving Up The “Boss Chick” Masculine Energy

September 17, 2020

“What?! She’s been duped. I would never be in a relationship like that. I wonder why she would choose that?” The Call Years ago it was a random Saturday morning when I received a call from [...] Take a look

@danaashmcginty

I Refused To Sign Another Lease!

September 15, 2020

Invest every month in your own asset. “My 1st condo.” – Dana Ash-McGinty, Real Estate Broker I was done with renting! I was determined to have the satisfaction of homeownership but, I didn’t want to [...] Take a look

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