Especially during the winter months in Metro DC, homeowners can wrestle with how to make their living spaces feel both brighter and larger. After all, homebuyers today are looking for that open, airy layout! There are dozens of easy ways to go about it, and even if you are working with a smaller footprint in […]
House-hunting can be a lot of fun for new buyers in Metro DC, but your judgement can also quickly get away from you. It is easy to focus more on features of the home rather than costs like upkeep and utilities and buyer’s remorse can set in after you’ve signed on the dotted line. But […]
Many middle-class Americans wonder about how the wealthy one percent live their lives. One aspect daydreamers wonder about are the homes. How do they compare to the rest of us? While your fantasies may be outrageous, you may still be surprised to see just how much people are willing to spend on their family homes. […]
Are you planning on updating your Washington, DC Metro-area home? Adding on a new addition can take a lot of time – and money, too. To save on money, you might want to consider space reconfiguration. What Is Space Reconfiguration? This is the idea of using extra space from a nearby room or converting underutilized […]
Are you in need of a change of scenery? You may want to consider home swapping. The idea of switching homes with another family may seem like a strange concept, but it’s actually started to catch on. What Does Home Swapping Entail? A recent article on Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch explains the ins and outs of the […]
Are you thinking of living in the Washington, D.C. Metro area? Are you thinking of putting your DC home on the market? Currently, it’s not a bad idea to start looking for new homes around DC. Plus, if you wait to sell, there’s a strong likelihood that there won’t be as many qualified buyers out […]
Despite uncertainty surrounding the fiscal cliff, Americans are showing increased confidence in the housing market and the direction of the economy, according to Fannie Mae’s November 2012 National Housing Survey. Let me share the highlights with you! Consumer Opinions on Housing According to the survey, the share of respondents who say now is a good […]