Featured Items You May Be Forgetting to Part with As You Spring Clean Springtime and organization projects go hand in hand, but there are some areas of the home that you may be forgetting to tackle as you take on this year’s tasks. Below, pro organizers located throughout the DMV highlight six types of crucial items that they recommend sorting through this season to get your space into […]
Real Estate Let’s Get Moving! Expert Tips To Smooth the Journey Home THE Team from Town & Country Movers joins us this week for tips on a smooth move.   Moving can be the most stressful part of buying or selling a home, but it doesn’t have to be. The spring market is one of the busiest times for everyone associated with real estate, with Realtors® and […]
Real Estate Your Mortgage Closing: What to Expect and How to Prepare Bill Stern of CMG Home Loans joins us this week for a mortgage update. Your offer has been accepted, you’ve sent your earnest money in, and you’ve started working with your trusty mortgage team whose goal is to get your loan through underwriting and fully approved for your closing. Congratulations! But along the way, you’ve […]
Featured A Scouted Weekend Getaway to Keswick Hall From our partners at The Scout Guide,  if you are looking for a weekend getaway to Charlottesville Virginia, then you should checkout Kenswick Hall.  A short drive from the bucolic college town of Charlottesville, Virginia, you’ll find historic Keswick Hall, a renowned resort where you can unwind, escape, and relax. We’ve planned a four-day itinerary […]
Local Events Top April Events around the DMV & WV It’s time to shake off the last chill of winter and celebrate the beauty of spring! Check out our list of April events around Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. From garden expos to street festivals and markets, there is plenty to choose from this month.   Photo courtesy of: The Woman’s Club of Chevy […]
Real Estate When Is The Best Time To List My Home? Across the country, sellers are consulting their calendars to land on just the right time to list their properties. Just like the temperature, the spring real estate market is heating up in our region, and buyers are anxious to get in on the action. Limited inventory still favors sellers, but there are strong signs that more homes […]
Home Inspiration Finding Calm in Your Closet Closets provide homeowners with the means to store clothes and other items out of the way so they don’t crowd the rest of the house. But some people can underestimate just how many possessions they have. As a result, closets tend to lack the room needed to house everything you want to tuck away. If your […]
Real Estate What You Don’t Know About Flood Risk Can Cost You The seasonal transition to spring rains brings a risk of flooding, but smart homeowners and buyers know how to navigate potentially troubled waters ahead.   Pop Quiz! True or False? Question 1: Homeowners insurance covers flood damage. Question 2: Flood insurance will cover the repair or replacement cost of a home, regardless of the property […]
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Home Inspiration Staying Ahead of Home Tech Trends in 2025 Technology evolves at lightning speed, making it tough to keep up with the latest advancements. That’s why partnering with a professional integrator is crucial when choosing smart systems for your home. “At Daisy, we stay ahead of industry trends, so you don’t have to,” says Justin Tsuchida, owner of Daisy Northern Virginia. “What’s cutting-edge today […]
Real Estate The State of the Housing Market in Washington, DC & Surrounding Areas – March 2025 Market in a Minute & StatPak March 2025 We profile the most important market indicators every month – contract activity, interest rates, inventory, affordability and direction of the market – in an easy to read and digest summary. It’s not just the numbers; it provides context to understand why the numbers are important and what […]
Real Estate Real Estate Taxes in the DC Metro Area: What Homeowners and Investors Need to Know Real estate taxes are an important consideration for anyone looking to buy property or invest in real estate.  For those in the Washington, D.C. metro area, understanding the region’s tax landscape is crucial, as the area encompasses multiple jurisdictions with different tax rates, rules, and regulations. Whether you are already a homeowner, a prospective buyer, […]
Home Inspiration Easy Yard Upgrades to Tackle Before Spring Arrives We’ve made it through the bulk of winter and spring is right around the corner-officially arriving on Thursday, March 20, to be exact! To prep your yard for the warmer months ahead, there are a few tasks that you can begin now, according to area landscaping pros. Below, two local experts share tips on what […]
Local Interest Before Amazon, There Was Sears, Roebuck & Co. Many local residents are delighted to own a piece of American architectural ingenuity from the storied Sears, Roebuck and Co. “The 1920s were roaring, the stock market was soaring, and R.B. Craddock ordered his Alexandria dream home from the Sears, Roebuck and Company catalog. His rare 1922 Arts-and-Crafts house at 2804 King Street has been […]
Local Events Top March Events around the DMV & WV Our favorite part about March is that spring is just around the corner! After this winter we are all ready for warmer weather. Check out our top picks for St. Patrick’s Day, Women’s History Month, Nowruz, and other great events in and around Washington, D.C., Maryland, Northern Virginia, and West Virginia.   SAINT PATRICK’S DAY […]
Local Interest The Moses Hepburn Rowhouses: A Legacy of Resilience, Wealth, and Community Leadership Photo credit: Calder Loth, 2023   Moses Hepburn fought tirelessly for the education, rights, and dignity of African Americans. The Alexandria Old Town rowhouses that bear his name are a powerful symbol of an enduring community spirit. Nestled in the historic district of Alexandria, Virginia, the Moses Hepburn Rowhouses stand as a testament to the […]
Local Events Taking a Beat: A Celebration of DC’s Most Famous Black Musicians & Locales Taking a Beat: A Celebration of DC’s Most Famous Black Musicians & Locales With a sound and artistry all its own, our vibrant city builds on the legacy of great artists who call Washington, DC home. Our nation’s capital is rich in musical history and influence, made even more engaging by the contributions of centuries […]
Real Estate Use Your Tax Refund Toward Homebuying Costs For many, it’s a once a year windfall. Check out the best ways to make your tax refund work for you. Tax season is right around the corner, and if you’re expecting a sizeable tax refund and want to invest in your homeownership future, here’s something you might not have considered: using your tax refund […]
Home Inspiration Winter Hosting Tips to Make The Season More Festive The holidays are over, but the temps are unpleasant, to say the least, and outdoor entertaining most likely won’t be a viable option for another couple of months. But how can you make your indoor gatherings feel festive and enjoyable during this dreary winter period? As it turns out, there are plenty of fun routes […]
Local Events Black History Month Celebrations & Exhibitions Throughout the DMV & WV Photo courtesy of The Smithsonian    It’s a month filled with celebration of Black art, culture, history, and impact. We welcome you to immerse yourself in this curated list of special events throughout the region. From the sweeping historical landscapes found at the venerable Smithsonian museums to intimate gatherings in noteworthy local parks, there is […]
Real Estate Home Purchase 411: The Top Five Things You Might Not Know In homebuying, what you don’t know can indeed hurt you in the long run. If you’re in the market for a new home you may be pondering many things: Will I get the best interest rate? What will my commute to work be like? What can we do with the basement? Will the primary bedroom […]