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Selling Your Home Early In The New Year

One of the very first things I learned when I became a real estate agent twenty plus years ago was that you never sold your house in January, February, or March. “Wait for the spring market,” is something that I told numerous sellers early in my career because that was what the real estate industry […]
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3 Easy Ways to Refresh Your Home for the New Year

The holidays are over, but the chilly winter months mean that you’ll be spending more time being cozy at home. So how do you make your space feel new and enjoyable once all of the festive décor is packed away? We’re weighing in with a few tried and true tips. Give Existing Furniture […]
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The Anticipation & The Agony of New Construction

I started my real estate career selling new construction and it was a unique and educational experience for me and my clients. There is nothing quite like watching a hole in the ground become a bustling construction zone that gradually evolves into a beautiful dream home, despite all the annoyances of delays due to weather, […]
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Last Minute Gifts for Everyone on Your List

It happens to all of us…you begin December with the best of intentions and make plans to get ahead on all of your holiday gift shopping, only for the middle of the month to approach in the blink of an eye! This festive season definitely goes by fast, and we don’t blame you if you […]

Real Estate Selling Your Home Early In The New Year One of the very first things I learned when I became a real estate agent twenty plus years ago was that you never sold your house in January, February, or March. “Wait for the spring market,” is something that I told numerous sellers early in my career because that was what the real estate industry […]

Uncategorized 3 Easy Ways to Refresh Your Home for the New Year The holidays are over, but the chilly winter months mean that you’ll be spending more time being cozy at home. So how do you make your space feel new and enjoyable once all of the festive décor is packed away? We’re weighing in with a few tried and true tips. Give Existing Furniture […]

Real Estate The Anticipation & The Agony of New Construction I started my real estate career selling new construction and it was a unique and educational experience for me and my clients. There is nothing quite like watching a hole in the ground become a bustling construction zone that gradually evolves into a beautiful dream home, despite all the annoyances of delays due to weather, […]

Uncategorized Last Minute Gifts for Everyone on Your List It happens to all of us…you begin December with the best of intentions and make plans to get ahead on all of your holiday gift shopping, only for the middle of the month to approach in the blink of an eye! This festive season definitely goes by fast, and we don’t blame you if you […]

Uncategorized Get Cozy: 18 Sumptuous Spaces We’re Coveting This week we would like to share some tips on how to convert some of your spaces to make them more cozy for colder days to come. Courtesy of our friends at The Scout Guide. As the colder months set it, we’re ready to snuggle up with a book next to a roaring fire for […]

Uncategorized Gift Guide: Top Titles from Birch Tree Books With the holidays around the corner, Birch Tree Bookstore in Leesburg is here to help you find the perfect gifts for your friends, co-workers, family (or yourself! you deserve a treat, too). We wanted to create a gift guide that would help you find the perfect gifts (books!) for everyone on your list. As a […]

Uncategorized Rock That Raspberry Blush In case you haven’t heard, paint company Benjamin Moore recently announced its color of the year for 2023. The lucky winner? Raspberry Blush, a beautiful reddish pink that’s full of charm and energy. Not sure how to incorporate this hue into your home? Read on for five of our favorite ways to have fun with […]

Uncategorized Turkey Trot Races Around the DMV Wouldn’t it be great to burn off your Thanksgiving calories before you even sit down for the meal? We know this isn’t actually possible, but just bear with us. While you can’t burn calories that don’t exist yet, you can feel better about the calories you consume after taking part in one of the many […]

Uncategorized Events Around The DMV – Honoring Veterans Day Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11, the same day that World War I ended in 1918. Originally established as Armistice Day, it was a way to honor the Americans who had served in that war. In 1954 it was renamed Veterans Day and today the holiday honors all men and women who have […]

Real Estate Ready to turn the page? Are you feeling either unsettled or bored? Take a look at challenges faced by five of my recent buyers and see if you find yourself in their shoes. Active, handsome fellow using lots of energy walking his dog, but cursing his aching knees when climbing stairs in his townhouse. Dynamic, world-traveler in need of pizazz, […]

Uncategorized Our Favorite Independent Bookstores in the DMV Curling up with a good book and a warm beverage is one of our favorite ways to while away the hours on a cold night. And of course books make great gifts! As we approach peak holiday shopping season and Small Business Saturday on November 26, we are excited to share our favorite independent bookstores […]

Real Estate The Benefits of Relocation Services Buying and selling a home can be exciting and stressful all at the same time. Locally, most people know at least one real estate agent; whether an agent they have used before or someone they are acquainted with. If not, recommendations from a friend, family member, or trusted advisor are a great place to start. […]

Uncategorized Local Hostess Gifts That Go Beyond the Basic Holiday party season will soon be in full swing, and you know by now that no great guest shows up to an event empty handed. That said, if you’re feeling a bit tired of showing up with a bottle of wine and calling it a day, we totally understand. Why not opt for something […]

Real Estate Why Downsizing Can Be So Satisfying A few years ago, I downsized. We moved from a single-family home to a townhouse. The kids were out of college, and the question was, do we need this large house? Plus, my business here at McEnearney Associates/Crouch Realty Group is all about downsizing, helping older folks transition, and working with estates, so I wanted […]

Uncategorized Top October Events to Check Out in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Fall is officially here! Cooler weather and comfort food are the perfect reasons to gather with friends and family. Or perhaps you would like to take in some live music, theater, and art? Check out our top selections for October events around the DMV including a list of Oktoberfest celebrations. WASHINGTON, D.C. Photo […]

Uncategorized How to Be Smart About Septic and Well Systems September 19th – 23rd is SepticSmart Week! When my husband and I bought our home in Vienna in 2001, we had never previously considered that we would ever own a home with a septic system. We were a bit apprehensive but took the plunge and have never looked back. To some, the idea of purchasing […]

Uncategorized 10 Interior Design Trends to Embrace in 2023 This week we would like to share some design inspiration from our partners at The Scout Guide. As we round the corner into the last part of 2022, we’re looking ahead to design trends for the coming year. Across the board, we’re seeing a shift away from safe neutrals into more adventurous, playful territory. […]

Uncategorized Our Favorite Home Retailers in the DC Area As easy as it is to shop for home décor and furniture online, there’s nothing like walking into a brick-and-mortar store and taking a look at pieces firsthand. It can be fun to learn the story behind a specific item or discover a new favorite brand while wandering through a store in-person, after all. Luckily, […]

Uncategorized Enjoy a Weekend Getaway in Fredericksburg, VA We could just as easily write about Fredericksburg in our “MCE Loves Local” category, but we feel it’s the perfect place for a longer trip that’s not too far from home. Located on the Rappahannock River in Virginia, Fredericksburg is known as the childhood home of President George Washington. It was a major port during […]

Uncategorized Paying Points to Buy Down Your Interest Rate Historically, and on average across the nation, most consumers have paid just under one discount point to obtain the rate for their mortgage. One point is 1% of the loan amount. In the Washington metropolitan area—where the average length of time a consumer owns their home is lower than the national average—buyers have typically paid […]

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