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February 18, 2025

Should You Buy a Home in DC Now?

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Should You Buy a Home in DC Now?

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With the Trump administration’s overhaul of the federal workforce, a lot of people in the area are understandably wondering what all of this chaos means for DC’s housing market. Business Journal’s Michael Neibauer is here to explain what all the uncertainty means for real estate in DC. 

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