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Posted on 01/23/2021

Click here to view BETHESDA, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 01/17/2021

Image by Breadmaker from Shutterstock A fireplace is a cozy addition for a home that can add aesthetic value as well as warmth to your space. Whether you’re building new, retrofitting, or shopping for the perfect home there are options for most situations. You’ll find many design options as you start to shop but the initial consideration should...

Fireplace

Home Decor

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Posted on 01/10/2021

Are Your Green Home Improvements Welcomed in Your Neighborhood ?

Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...

Green Living

Home Impovements

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Posted on 01/03/2021

What Is Native Gardening?

Photo by Larisa Koshkina via PixabayRestoring native habitat to our surroundings is like pressing the "refresh" button on biodiversity. Homeowners who embrace native gardening are making big contributions to healthy landscapes, which is great for maintaining the native ecosystems. Making a Difference—Beautifully Native plants are the greenery that would grow in certain areas with or without human intervention....

Gardening

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Posted on 12/27/2020

6 Essential Tools for Every Homeowner

Photo by Davie Bicker via Pixabay There are plenty of maintenance concerns to think about when owning a home. Once you’ve completed your purchase and settled in comfortably, it’s important to remember that there will be no landlord to come around and fix those leaky faucets. You’ll need to either fix them yourself or pay to have a...

Home Maintenance

Tools

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Posted on 12/23/2020

BETHESDA, MD Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view BETHESDA, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/20/2020

Where Should You Search for Your Dream House?

If you want to enjoy a successful homebuying experience, it may be beneficial to hone your house search to residences in a select group of cities and towns. That way, you can speed up the process of finding and buying your dream residence. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you narrow your house search. 1....

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 12/13/2020

Simple Breakfast Ideas

Image by ArtCoreStudios from Pixabay Having a nutritious breakfast gets your day off to a great start. However, finding time to make it can be tough when your mornings are busy. You don’t have to gather a ton of ingredients or set aside a lot of time to prepare a good breakfast. Keep the following easy and healthy...

Cooking

Recipes

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Posted on 12/06/2020

Non-Negotiables and Homebuying Deal-Breakers

Photo by Edar via Pixabay Before you sign on the bottom line, know which items are negotiable and which negate the deal entirely. Clearly defining these in advance can save you significant headaches when the buying bug takes over. Your agent will remind you of your non-negotiables and keep you on the right track. Here are some big-ticket...

New Buyers

Property Deals

Posted on 11/29/2020

Rental Properties: Are They Worth It?

Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay It’s only a hassle if you’re not in control. There are a lot of ways to do investment property wrong, but here are the ways to do it right so that it’s an asset, not a nuisance. Be picky about the property. While you don’t need to purchase anything high-end, always choose something...

Rental Property

Investment

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Posted on 11/22/2020

A Quick Guide to Conforming Loans

Image by InspiredImages from Pixabay When you plan on getting a mortgage, you have some choices. There are conventional, FHA, VA and other options. One term you'll likely hear is a conforming or a non-conforming loan. If you aren't sure what that means, you could end up confused about the kind of loan you're actually getting for your...

Mortgage Loan

Home Loan

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Posted on 11/25/2020

1301 N Courthouse #1607, Arlington, VA 22201 now has a new price of $505,000!

This bright and beautiful 2 bedroom/2 bath unit with washer and dryer is located within the Woodbury Heights Condominium in Arlington, Virginia and awaits your arrival. Open floor plan, gleaming hardwood floors in bedrooms and main living areas. Tile floors in kitchen and baths. The updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, double oven, spacious granite breakfast bar, and lighted kitchen accent cabinet, upgraded storage in cabinets with soft close drawers and is ideal for the chef to create sumptuous meals while staying at home. Primary bedroom has double closets and an elegant private bath with luxurious shower. Freshly painted....

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