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    Kristi Adams

    Kristi Adams is a proud Air Force spouse and served on active duty herself as a Space and Missile officer. She is an Associate Professor for the University of Maryland’s School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation and holds a Master of Real Estate Development degree from the university. She and her husband have profitably owned rental properties since 2004. When Kristi isn’t writing about real estate, she’s writing about travel and has been published in several books and national publications. Find more of her writing at Kristi Adams Media.
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    May 22, 2023

    A Deep Dive into the Fort Cavazos Real Estate Market

    Army Posts

    Located in the bustling heart of Central Texas, lies one of the Army’s largest installations, Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood). What does the real estate market look like near Fort Cavazos?

    April 24, 2023

    What to Know About Washington, DC, Area Housing

    Renting a Home

    Whether it’s an assignment to the Pentagon or to another of the myriad locations in the Washington, DC, area, there are a number of things to consider and understand, regarding the National Capital Re...

    April 05, 2023

    9 Simple Ways to Stage Your Home on a Budget

    Selling a Home

    As tempting as it may be to simply list your home for rent or sale, taking the time to make repairs that matter and thoughtfully staging your home can provide a significant return on investment, ultim...

    March 15, 2023

    What to Know About the Housing Market Near Maxwell AFB

    Home Buying

    Located in picturesque Montgomery, Alabama, Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex is a proud Air Force hub. The frequent rotation of personnel makes the Montgomery real estate market an interesting and bustlin...

    January 25, 2023

    What Landlords Look For in a Tenant

    Renting a Home

    What exactly does a landlord look for in a tenant? Are there any secrets to rental success? There are several screening criteria that landlords rely heavily on.

    December 08, 2022

    What to Know About Buying, Selling, or Renting a Stigmatized Property

    Selling a Home

    Most sellers and buyers are aware that physical defects associated with a property require disclosure, but are there other required disclosures? If a “stigmatizing event” occurred on the property, the...

    November 18, 2022

    What Landlords Need to Know About the Eviction Process

    Property Management

    If you're a landlord and you're struggling with late rent, noise, cleanliness, pets behaving badly, pest infestations, criminal activity, or other neighbor complaints, and discover that your tenant wi...

    October 26, 2022

    Housing Horror Stories (and How to Get Help!)

    Property Management

    It’s that spooky time of year, and unfortunately in the world of real estate, there’s a chance that you may find yourself in a housing horror story. Here are some recourses!

    August 10, 2022

    How to Deal with Bad Tenants: Understanding Your Options

    Property Management

    Whether the issue is late rent, noise, cleanliness, pets behaving badly, or neighbor complaints— once a problem is encountered with tenants, it likely will not resolve itself without intervention.  

    July 29, 2022

    Tips for Choosing a Homeowners Insurance Policy

    Home Buying

    When it comes to selecting a homeowners insurance policy, it can be very easy to think all policies are created equal. And while lenders do require a homeowners policy to underwrite your loan, it's up...

    July 13, 2022

    How to Save Money When Buying a New Construction Home

    Home Buying

    You’ve weighed the pros and cons, and have your heart set on buying a new construction home. And yes, it’s entirely possible to dream big—and still save money. Here’s how!

    May 23, 2022

    How Rising Mortgage Interest Rates and Inflation Are Affecting the Hou...

    Selling a Home

    In the current housing market, military families may be asking questions like, does buying a home still make sense? What about looking to sell in the not too distant future? Are there strategies to he...

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