Living in the DC area gives national holidays special meaning! Memorial Day events in DC are majestic tributes dedicated to those who gave their lives in service to our country. Here are some of the most popular events for visitors and residents of Metro DC! Washington D.C. Memorial Day Weekend Events 2013 Rolling Thunder: Sunday, […]
As the Metro DC real estate market heats up, DC homeowners are becoming interested in buying vacation homes while prices are still reasonable and mortgage rates are low. The idea of owning a private retreat near the coast, or having a warm-climate getaway for the winter months certainly holds appeal! Vacation Home Financing Strategies Of […]
The results are in! U.S. News & World Report has completed their annual assessment of 21,035 public high schools in the United States. Their analysis includes each school’s ratio of students to teachers, participation in Advanced Placement courses, and student test scores in Algebra and English. Top schools are awarded gold, silver or bronze medals. […]
Summer is just around the corner, but there is still plenty of time to update your outdoor living space! Use these ideas to get your DC area home ready for backyard barbeques, relaxing summer nights, and festive holiday weekends! Easy Deck Ideas for Your DC Home Redo the railing and posts. It will help your […]
It’s that time of year again for homeowners in Chevy Chase, Bethesda and DC! Regularly maintaining your home prevents headaches down the road. Even small details, once neglected, can add up to a big expense! Here are a few areas that are important to the preservation and value of your Metro DC home. Defend Your DC Home Against Moisture Check […]
When you are planning a move, it’s important to find the right DC area neighborhood to suit your needs and lifestyle. In order to evaluate all your choices in DC, Chevy Chase and Bethesda, you should have some basic parameters in mind. Here is a guide you can follow whether you are looking at homes […]
The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District always has something new for you to explore! Here is a sample of the upcoming exhibits and events featured in the month of April! Gallery B, Downtown Bethesda Fair Focus Exhibit Collection: April 3-27 Gallery hours: Wed.- Sat., 12-6pm; Sun., 12-5pm Opening Reception: April 12, 6-9pm April’s exhibition features […]
Troublesome neighbors are not only a nuisance, but a drain on your DC metro home value. According to the Appraisal Institute, problematic neighbors can reduce nearby property values by 5 to 10 percent! Identifying and Avoiding Potential Problems in DC Problem neighbors include homeowners with noisy or uncontrolled pets, unkempt yards, bad odors, loud music, […]
Did you know that 13 percent of the U.S. population is aged 65 and older? A century ago, only 4 percent of the population held this age! Advances in medical technology have given Americans longer lives, and the baby boom generation will give America the largest elderly population it has ever seen. As baby boomers turn 65 and over, it is estimated that one in […]
Warm weather is coming, and spring sports activities are not far behind! If you have been searching for a team sports program for the kids to enjoy, there are several acclaimed groups to choose from in Bethesda! Here is partial list of youth sports organizations in the area! Bethesda-Chevy Chase Baseball BCC Baseball provides sports participation for […]
