"Diane and Brian Hagarty, Realtors

08/21/2026

This lady is having FUN!

08/21/2026

Should you make repairs before listing? The answer comes down to one question.

08/19/2026

Fixing up before you sell isn't a math problem. It's a choice about which buyer you're targeting, and the data shows the real stakes.

08/12/2026

Ever get one of those automated home value reports and think it isn’t right? Sometimes the robots send you a number from the system, and if it looks crazy, you're probably right. An algorithm can't see your renovations, your upgrades, or what makes your street special; it's a starting point, not the answer. We're not robots. We'll put together a Real Expert Home Valuation for your property, built on real local sales and a real conversation. Request yours here:

Homebot said one thing, but is it right? Get a Real Expert Home Valuation from Diane and Brian Hagarty, built on real Northern Virginia sales.

08/07/2026

Is trading a shorter commute for countryside living actually worth it? For a lot of folks out here, it's an easy yes, and not just for the fresh tomatoes. But there's honest math behind that trade worth knowing before you make the move. We break down the real Warrenton to DC drive in the full video.

Link to full video: https://blog.dianeandbrian.com/can-you-live-in-warrenton-and-still-commute-to-dc.html

08/06/2026

Treating myself to a delicious frozen yogi since I FINALLY got my real id at DMV. In and out of there in 15 minutes!!!! Wow.

Did you know Frozen Yogu has a special place for you and your puppies? Bringing mine next time.. and will try their Yogu Espresso Martini! Mmmmm

08/05/2026

Thinking of living in Warrenton and commuting to DC? Here's the honest distance, real rush-hour drive times, and the commuting options worth knowing.

08/05/2026

They bought this house just two years ago.

Huge backyard, Shenandoah River Access, Not too big...not too small.

Updated the kitchen, added the fence, all new floors and paint and more...just to where they wanted it. Until...

The commute was taking a toll.

Our clients just SOLD this house that we SOLD them two years ago (to the date...tax reasons :)) and SOLD them another home closer to work.

The great news is, in just 2 years and with doing some updates, they built some great equity. The numbers made sense...but the TIME they bought back was even more important! After all, Live Your Best Life is our tagline, and we mean it. More Time was what they needed!

These clients were incredible to work with...again. They made our job not feel like a job at all, we were advocates and team members. The way it should be. Congratulations! xoxo Diane & Brian

08/04/2026

Properties on large amounts of land move quickly ...

This property is 40 acres with barn and huge workshop. We had multiple offers and were under contract in a few days.

What did people love ? These were some of the comments from showings :

"It's exactly what we are looking for- privacy and still close to family and work"

"I can't wait to see the workshop, that is my hobby- wood working"

"My husband is a huge hunter, he would be in the woods all day!"

"The rooms are incredible in size- and the height of the ceiling is fantastic!"

"The lower level is like another house!"

"Is the pond stocked?' (yes!)

"Maybe I'll get some horses...or Alpacas for the barn, that would be fun!"

Friends, LIFESTYLE is what buyers are looking for right now. Our sellers wanted the property to go to someone who will appreciate it...looks like we made that match! Congratulations to all.

😀Diane & Brian

08/03/2026

We have gone HYPER LOCAL and moved our brokerage from lpt ( a cloud brokerage) to Samson Properties, right here in Warrenton! We love having an office right here in town (opening soon!) and look forward to seeing you! Our page name will be changed from Diane and Brian Hagarty lpt Realty to Diane and Brian Hagarty, Realtors.