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Top Things to Do in March in the DMV

Our favorite part about March is that no matter the weather, spring is just around the corner! Check out our top picks for St. Patrick’s Day, Women’s History Month, Nowruz, and other great events in and around Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. SAINT PATRICK’S DAY Photo courtesy of The Wharf Alexandria St. Patrick’s […]
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First-Time Homebuyer Programs to Help Smooth Purchase Challenges

Eric Boutcher, Atlantic Coast Mortgage. It’s not easy being a buyer right now, but there are important lending and grant programs that give first-time home buyers a head start. Navigating the intricacies of the real estate market can be daunting for any home buyer. From finding the perfect property to securing the best deal, […]
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How to Make Your Garden More Eco-Friendly

If you’re an avid gardener, you know that taking care of your plants involves much more than just watering them. It’s about creating a sustainable ecosystem that not only benefits you but also benefits your surroundings and the environment as a whole. In this blog post, we’ll share some little-known tips and tricks on how […]
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2024 Interior Design Trends, According to the Experts

Earlier this month we explored some quick and easy ways to incorporate animal prints into your home – a trend that’s chic and fun. This week we would like to share an article from our partners at The Scout Guide with trends for 2024 from design professionals around the country. From the hallowed pages […]

Local Events Top Things to Do in March in the DMV Our favorite part about March is that no matter the weather, spring is just around the corner! Check out our top picks for St. Patrick’s Day, Women’s History Month, Nowruz, and other great events in and around Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. SAINT PATRICK’S DAY Photo courtesy of The Wharf Alexandria St. Patrick’s […]

Real Estate First-Time Homebuyer Programs to Help Smooth Purchase Challenges Eric Boutcher, Atlantic Coast Mortgage. It’s not easy being a buyer right now, but there are important lending and grant programs that give first-time home buyers a head start. Navigating the intricacies of the real estate market can be daunting for any home buyer. From finding the perfect property to securing the best deal, […]

Home Inspiration How to Make Your Garden More Eco-Friendly If you’re an avid gardener, you know that taking care of your plants involves much more than just watering them. It’s about creating a sustainable ecosystem that not only benefits you but also benefits your surroundings and the environment as a whole. In this blog post, we’ll share some little-known tips and tricks on how […]

Home Inspiration 2024 Interior Design Trends, According to the Experts Earlier this month we explored some quick and easy ways to incorporate animal prints into your home – a trend that’s chic and fun. This week we would like to share an article from our partners at The Scout Guide with trends for 2024 from design professionals around the country. From the hallowed pages […]

Gift Guide It’s an Animal Print Winter Remember back in 2013 when Jenna Lyons, then the executive creative director and president of J.Crew, proclaimed leopard to be a neutral? We certainly haven’t forgotten the bold statement, and over a decade later, we’re still going wild for leopard (and all other types of animal print, for that matter). If you’re looking to liven […]

Real Estate What Does a Real Estate Agent Really Do? If you were to watch an episode of Million Dollar Listing or any of the many other real estate shows you might think you have an idea of what a real estate agent actually does on a day-to-day basis: they spend their days looking at gorgeous properties while driving around town in a fancy car […]

Home Inspiration Must-Have Smart Tech Features That Are Affordable For Any Home Upgrading technology in your home doesn’t need to be expensive or difficult to incorporate. The 2024 Spring Housing Market has already taken off, with declining interest rates bringing many homebuyers off the sidelines and into the purchasing game. Sellers are preparing their homes for eager buyers and are learning what features will attract the most […]

Local Events Celebrate Black History Month “Black History Month is a time to celebrate the fullness of African American history and culture, but that cannot be contained in one month alone.” – Kevin Young, Andrew W. Mellon Director of the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Many area museums and historic sites have events planned throughout the month. Check […]

Local Events Top Things to Do in February in the DMV February may be the shortest month – even with an extra day this year – but there are so many great reasons to get together with family and friends. From Black History Month and the Lunar New Year to Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl LVIII, check out our highlights for February events in the DMV […]

Home Inspiration Start the New Year off Right: Create a Map for Your Garden Happy New Year! Did you choose any resolutions for the year? If one of yours is to work on your garden, then you’ve come to the right place. Most people wait for spring to start their gardening and landscaping projects but don’t forget that winter is an excellent time to design and plan so you […]

Home Inspiration How to Use the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year You’ve probably seen paint companies tout color trends, but one of our favorites each year comes from Pantone – the company that millions of designers and producers rely on around the world for inspiration. This week we would like to share an article from our partners at The Scout Guide celebrating this year’s choice. […]

Neighborhood Guides The Best Winter Sports Activities Close to the DC Metro Area If the recent snow has inspired you to get out on the slopes, there are plenty of ski and snowboard areas close to the DC metro area ready to welcome you. With action-packed days and cozy evenings, a short getaway with family and friends is a great way to refresh. If you don’t want to […]

Real Estate There Are More Options To Homeownership Than You Think There are myriad programs and creative financing options that can pave the way to owning a home if you know who to ask and prepare ahead. As we prepare for the 2024 spring market, Realtors and their clients are having in-depth discussions about what they can afford and how to secure their financing. But many […]

Home Inspiration Mixing Vintage and Modern in the Home Most design enthusiasts will agree that you can never go wrong fusing together vintage and modern pieces in the home. As we begin 2024, it’s normal to want to refresh your space now that the holiday décor is put away, and what better way to do so than by mixing in some secondhand finds? Below, […]

Local Events Top Things To Do in January in the DMV After the busy winter holidays, life seems to slow down in January. But many of us see the new year as the perfect time to try something different. Although it’s not great weather for outdoor festivals, the DMV boasts impressive cultural offerings including live theater, music, and world-class museums. Check out our list of highlights […]

Home Inspiration Bright Ideas: How to Bring More Light Into Your Space As we have recently marked the Winter Solstice, this week we would like to share an article from our partners at The Scout Guide with inspiration to brighten your days. Adding light to our interiors has been a fixation since we were cave dwellers. Whether you are lacking in windows, have a north/south facing home, […]

Real Estate How Young Moguls Are Shaping Generational Wealth Through Homeownership How young is too young to be a homeowner? For the minor children of a top-producing Realtor®, you can’t start soon enough. Cher Castillo began building her real estate savvy when she was an undergrad at the University of Florida in the late 1990s and found a condo she thought was a great buy at […]

Neighborhood Guides Ice Skating Around the DMV Few things speak to the most wonderful time of the year more than ice skating. Whether you’re making it a friend or family outing, or adding a bit of romance by gliding across the ice with your favorite paramour, it’s a beautiful (albeit sometimes chilly) way to spend some time doing something sweet and fun […]

Real Estate What Is Buyer Agency and Why Does It Matter? Buyers’ Agents are getting a lot of attention thanks to a recent ruling on real estate commissions and it’s important to know why they are crucial to selling a home. Recent signals by the Federal Reserve to cut rates in the new year are expected to usher in an improved market for buyers in 2024. […]

Home Inspiration Protecting Your Furry Soulmates During The Holidays They are our soulmates in fur pajamas (or feathers, or scales, or…you get the picture!) so make sure they are protected during holiday festivities. For pet lovers, the holidays aren’t complete without our furry friends joining in our festive fun. While we celebrate, we should ensure the safety of our pets is top of mind […]

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