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. […]
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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 […]
Gift Guide Experiential Gifts in (or near) the DMV What do you get for that person in your life who seems to have everything? An experiential gift, of course! From theater tickets to sporting events to cooking classes, we’re sharing a few ideas that will appeal to a wide range of individuals. Note that opting to gift an experience is also an excellent approach […]
Local Events Holiday Light Displays in the DMV One of our favorite things about the holiday season in the Greater Washington Area is the twinkling of lights on a dark night. Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, Leesburg, and even Annapolis are great spots to stroll the beautifully decorated and glowing streets and candlelight tours. Grab a warm drink to add some cheer along the […]
Real Estate What Are the Real Costs of Renting? Homeownership is not for everyone. Is that a bad thing and what does it cost in the long run? There are times when homeownership makes sense, but is this one of those times? For many, the combination of inflation, high interest rates, and steadily increasing home prices has put homebuying plans on hold, especially for […]
Gift Guide Gift Guide: Top Titles from Birch Tree Books for 2023   It’s that time of year again, when the weather gets chilly, lights go up in trees and windows, and holiday shopping season begins. At Birch Tree Bookstore, you can avoid the stress that sometimes creeps up at this time of year by filling your Birch Tree shopping basket with meaningful gifts like books, plants, […]
Local Events Top Things To Do in December in the DMV This December we are so excited for the festive holiday parades, tree-lightings, music and theater, craft shows, and other local celebrations of the season. We even relish a nip in the air so we can warm ourselves with a cup of hot cocoa and a fresh-baked treat. Here are a few of our favorite things […]
Gift Guide Gift Guide: Shop Local for the Perfect Gifts this Holiday Season The Saturday after Thanksgiving celebrates small businesses and shopping local. Practices we embrace wholeheartedly for both in-person and online shopping! Whether you are shopping for gifts or the perfect holiday attire, we hope this selection inspires you to support businesses in your community.   Mint and Ivy Shop Online | Instagram ​Mint & Ivy curates beautiful […]
Real Estate Statistics Tell the Story: Precise Pricing is More Important Than Ever Even in a white-hot “Seller’s Market,” owners must be careful when pricing for maximum buyer exposure. It’s a market that can be enticing for sellers and exhausting for buyers: record-low inventory, high interest rates, and competition around every corner. However according to David Howell, McEnearney’s Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, sellers still need […]
Gift Guide Shop Local to Set Your Thanksgiving Table Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and if you’re still shopping for finishing touches to bring your tablescape to life, there’s still time to pick up these finds at area shops or have them shipped to your doorstep in just a matter of days. They’re bound to make your setup look extra chic and photo […]
Neighborhood Guides Scrumptious Pie Shops in the DMV Area, Just in Time for Thanksgiving! It’s the most wonderful time of the year—it’s pie season! While we eat pies year round, Thanksgiving is when we give them a true pride of place at the table. Pumpkin, pecan, apple…they are all delicious. There’s still time to order your favorite from one of these local pie, pastry, and dessert shops in the […]
Gift Guide Shop Small & Support Local This Holiday Season This week’s article is from our partners at The Scout Guide, giving insight on the best way to shop small and support local At The Scout Guide, we take our statement to “Live. Love. Local.” to heart. Our purpose has always been to celebrate and shine the spotlight on local businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, and makers, […]
Featured BAMBOO-zzled! Bamboo’s beauty masks the unchecked damage it can do to local landscaping and ecosystems.   DON’T. That one declarative word was repeated over and over again in response to a query about adding bamboo to landscaping projects. But why the negativity about something that is prized for its tranquil beauty, sustainability, ecological benefits and history […]