For decades, FICO has ruled the mortgage world. If you wanted to buy a home and qualify for a loan backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, your credit had to pass through one gatekeeper: your FICO score. But as of yesterday, the credit scoring landscape is officially changing — and it's kind of a bi

If you're launching or growing a business, one of the biggest decisions you'll make is choosing the right location. But here's the truth: navigating commercial real estate isn't the same as buying a home. And working with a residential agent — no matter how skilled they are — simply won’t cut it.

Posted by Christian Harris | July 2025 | New Virginia Real Estate Law   Virginia Real Estate Law Updates – Effective July 1, 2025 Virginia has introduced a wide range of legislative changes that affect real estate, housing, infrastructure, and consumer protections. These updates go into effect on Ju

Posted by Christian Harris | June 2025 | Retail Real Estate Trends Kroger, one of the nation’s largest grocery chains, is making headlines after announcing a wave of store closures across multiple states. While the closures are positioned as part of a long-term optimization plan, the ripple effect