The Diane and Brian Hagarty Podcast

More buyers are walking away from deals right before closing than they have in years, and if you're getting ready to sell, that's a nerve-wracking thing to hear. But here's what most sellers don't realize: it's usually not the house at all, and a lot of these cancellations are preventable long before you accept an offer. In this video, I break down the real reasons buyers back out this late, and how to tell early whether an offer will actually make it to closing. Watch the video before you list, so a last-minute cancellation never catches you off guard.

If you're dreaming about a place with a few horses and some open land, you've probably run the mortgage numbers already. But the mortgage is the part everyone gets right, and it's not the part that catches people off guard. In this video, we walk you through the real monthly costs of running a horse property, the ones that never make it onto a spreadsheet, so you can buy with your eyes wide open. Watch our video before you fall in love with the land.

Everybody tells you to fix up your house before you sell it, but nobody tells you what that work is actually worth to you. The truth is, there are two completely different types of buyers out there. They want opposite things, and the most expensive mistake a seller can make is trying to win both at once. In this video, we break down what each buyer is really worth, which pool is bigger, and what it costs you to skip the work, backed by some numbers that might change your whole plan. Watch our video before you spend a single dollar getting your home ready.

If you're dreaming about a home in the Northern Virginia countryside but need to get to DC for work, you've probably heard someone promise it's a quick 45-minute drive. It isn't, and we'd rather be straight with you about what the commute really looks like. In our latest video, we break down the honest numbers, the real rush-hour times, and the commuting options most people never think about before they move out here. Watch our video to see if countryside living fits your daily reality.

If you're thinking about a move to Warrenton, there's something to know first: there are really two completely different Warrentons. One is the walkable Old Town, where you can stroll to restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques. The other is open countryside, where your backyard might look out on pastures, mountains, and the occasional fox. In this video, we break down what each version costs, including the in-town taxes most buyers don't see coming, and how to figure out which fits your life. Watch to find which side of Warrenton is right for you.

After years of raising kids and building a business in Warrenton, would we buy here again? Our honest answer, the good and the not-so-perfect.

A lot of people dream about buying acreage. More privacy, space for horses or chickens, maybe a garden, or a place to ride ATVs. But after helping families make that move for years, and living it ourselves, we've seen buyers overlook some really important things that don't show up in the listing photos. In this video, we walk through five things every buyer should know before purchasing acreage in Virginia. Watch our video to see what we've learned the hard way.

Why are so many buyers making the move to Warrenton right now? It’s not just because it was named one of the hottest zip codes in the country. Buyers are coming here for more space, better value, easier access to the city, and a lifestyle that feels completely different from the suburbs they are leaving behind. Check out our video to find out what makes this area so appealing.

You don’t need perfect credit to buy a home, but you do need the truth. Too many buyers in Northern Virginia assume a few late payments or a past collection means the door to homeownership is closed. That assumption keeps more people on the sidelines than their actual credit score ever would. In our latest video, we sat down with our trusted lender to explain what really matters, what doesn’t, and how a clear plan can move you forward sooner than you think. Click below to see what your next step could look like.

Think your pre-approval letter makes you a strong buyer? That might not be the case. Most buyers (and even their agents) are relying on a weak version that sellers don't trust. In this must-watch interview, a 25-year mortgage veteran reveals the two-tiered system of pre-approvals and the "fully underwritten" secret that can close a deal in 10 days and make your offer look like cash. Stop leaving your dream home to chance. Click to learn the strategy that turns your financing into your biggest advantage.