Neighborhood Guides The “Grand Old Ditch” is More Than It Used To Be: Celebrating the C&O Canal With a history as rich as it is long, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal offers summertime fun for explorers of all ages and interests. Whether you’ve yet to check out a portion of the nearly 200 miles of Potomac River paths or have been navigating the trek for years, a summertime visit is a must! […]
Real Estate What is “The 85% Perfect Home” and How Does It Help Buyers? Seeking perfection is noble but it could cost you in this market. We’ve all read the industry reports and heard buyers’ distress about the lack of inventory in our area. Interest rates have stabilized but are still much higher than what’s been available for most of the last decade. Listings are few, competition is fierce […]
Featured Summer Reading Guide 2023: Nostalgic Titles from Birch Tree Books & Foliage Plants Summer is fast approaching, and whether you’re facing boring flights and long road trips or looking forward to relaxing afternoons on the beach, what you need is a good book. What makes a good summer read? A story that’s compelling and bingeable, and also sparks conversation topics to take home with you. And this summer […]
Featured Designing the Ultimate Coastal Cowgirl Home You don’t need to live by the coast to appreciate and enjoy coastal style at home. Last year, “Coastal Grandmother” inspired decor was all the rage—this aesthetic celebrates the laid back, beachy lifestyle we often see represented in Nancy Meyers movies. While the Coastal Grandmother look is certainly still en vogue, this year, we’re seeing […]
Gift Guide The Best Mother’s Day Gifts from Local Shops in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia As Mother’s Day approaches, many of us will be looking for creative ways to express our love and appreciation to all the mothers in our lives. It is also a great opportunity to support local businesses – many of which are owned by entrepreneurial moms! From flowers or sweets to quirky trinkets, the shops we […]
Featured Experts’ Top Kitchen Trends For 2023 This week we would like to share top kitchen trends from our partners at The Scout Guide. If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then achieving a functional, stylish space is of the utmost importance. We sought the expertise of six Scouted interior experts for their pulse on what’s trending in kitchen design […]
Real Estate It’s All Relative: Helping Family Fund Their Way Home Tapping into monetary gifts and family financing can be a creative – and caring – way to help loved ones get the home they want. Real estate is one of the most effective ways that families build, generate and protect their wealth. Home appreciation offers cash equity, vacation and investment properties bring consistent revenue streams, […]
Neighborhood Guides Local Gardens Worth A Visit April is a busy month for garden-related events including Virginia Historic Garden Week, but we want to highlight some area gardens that are beautiful any time of the year. Whether you want a long ramble or a quick refresh, check out these great options.   WASHINGTON, DC Photo courtesy of: United States Botanic Garden   […]
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Home Inspiration Get Your Gardening on With These Local Suppliers Spring is officially here, and that means that gardening season is officially in session. If you’re looking to spruce up your yard this season and need to restock your supplies, don’t forget to check out the local DMV area retailers below. Whether you’re looking to build up your collection of pots and planters or are […]
Real Estate Statistics Tell the Story If you know how to read them, sales and inventory statistics reveal what is really happening in the local real estate market. Listening to the news, it’s easy to be confused about what is really happening in real estate. Some analysts predict a crash, others say there’s no end in sight to rising prices, and […]
Featured Home quality, longevity back in vogue for affluent buyers: Peter Pennoyer This week we would like to share home quality and longevity for affluent buyer from our partners at Luxury Portfolio. After decades of teardowns replaced with cookie-cutter mansions and new-build homes without much thought put into them, luxury real estate is looking once more towards quality materials, custom details and master craftsmanship. Perhaps spurred by […]
Local Events Top April Events around the DMV It’s time to shake off the last chill of winter and celebrate the beauty of spring! Check out our curated list of April events around the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia area. From garden expos to street festivals and markets, there is plenty to choose from this month. Of course, the biggest D.C. area […]
Real Estate Arlington Passes Its Controversial Missing Middle Zoning Plan. Will the Debate Come to Your Town Soon? It’s the news that set Arlington County abuzz and could be coming to a neighborhood near you, but what exactly is “The Missing Middle” and how will it affect local real estate? After years of debate, the Arlington County Board unanimously voted 5-0 on Wednesday (March 22) to expand housing options in portions of the […]
Home Inspiration A Restful Weekend at the Inn at Little Washington Looking to take a luxe weekend trip that will make you feel refreshed and charmed without having to travel far? You may wish to plan a visit to The Inn at Little Washington!  The Inn was founded in 1978 and is located in Washington, Virginia, just an hour and a half from Washington, D.C. Boasting […]
Home Inspiration Still Not Finding Joy In Your Backyard? Unseasonably warm weather means many of us are spending more time outside (yay!) and, possibly, planning get-togethers and holidays for the Spring and Summer. As a host, you want a functional and inviting outdoor space to entertain your guests of all ages, with places to sit and congregate and cook and eat and play. When […]
Real Estate Harnessing Buying Power in 2023 This year will shake up how everyone is involved in the homeownership process as consumers, lenders, and Realtors explore solutions to keep the housing market moving at a healthy pace. The days of throwing a home on the market and watching multiple offers roll in is probably a thing of the past, but there are […]
Local Events National Cherry Blossom Festival In Washington DC Rediscover Spring throughout Washington, DC and be a part of this year’s National Cherry Blossom Festival, March 18 – April 16. Four weeks of celebration filled with food, fun, culture, and of course those beautiful Yoshino cherry trees! The 2023 Festival is the 111th anniversary of the gift of more than 3,000 trees from the […]
Home Inspiration Creating a Heart-Healthy Home Valentine’s Day may have come and gone but keeping your heart a’flutter with a healthy home is something we can love at any time of year.  We all know what contributes to a healthy lifestyle – eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep, regular exercise, eliminating or reducing alcohol and tobacco. What we may need […]
Local Events Top March Events Around 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, and other great events in and around Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.   Saint Patrick’s Day Photo courtesy of: Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade   […]
Home Inspiration Celebrating English Country Style If the winters temps as of late have been any indication, winter is still in full force here in the DMV. However, there’s something sort of charming and romantic about staying inside and cozying up with a good book as the wind howls outside, right? We find that winter is the perfect time to embrace […]