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Posted on 12/16/2020
Should Interest Rates Influence When You Buy?
Photo by Doubletree Studio via Shutterstock Interest rates rise in correlation to inflation and other economic activity. When that happens, it can increase housing costs. But the question is, should it prompt you to buy sooner than you’re ready? The Right Time Is Now In real estate, the right time is always now for someone. Is it the...
Mortgage
Mortgage
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Posted on 12/09/2020
Common Home Renovation Mistakes
Image by ClassicallyPrinted from Pixabay Renovating your home is a great way to improve your home while also adding value. While you may go into a home improvement or renovation project with the best-laid plans, problems are bound to arise especially with a larger scale job. Some issues can be prevented by understanding the most common pitfalls that...
Home Renovations
Renovation
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Posted on 12/02/2020
Outdoor Entertaining
Whether you're hosting outdoor gatherings in your own backyard or at another outdoor venue, there are a few elements you will need to consider carefully. The size of your space and the number of expected guests is only the beginning. You'll want to plan out the flow of traffic and access to certain areas. Seating is also an...
Outdoor Fun
Entertainment
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Posted on 11/25/2020
Should You Choose Carpeting, Hardwood or Tile?
Photo by Pixabay from Pexels The short answer to our question of the day is... We all know what we like when we see it. New flooring can greatly increase your home's beauty in the eye of the beholder, yet it's impossible to know what kind of flooring will attract your home's next buyer. That said, here are...
Flooring
Tile
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Posted on 11/18/2020
How to Stage for an Autumn Open House
Photo by Designecologist via Pexels Putting your home on the market during fall means that you might have to work a bit harder at attracting potential home buyers to your open house, but the extra effort is well worth it. In fact, 83 percent of buyers' agents surveyed by the National Association of Realtors stated that home staging...
Fall
Open House
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Posted on 11/11/2020
Reduce Water Consumption in Your Home
Photo by PublicDomainPictures via Pixabay Are you overpaying for water? You could be, if your home is not running as efficiently as it could, or if you have undiagnosed leaks or damage. Cutting your water consumption can help you save money every month, and in many cases, you won't have to change your habits at all. Try one...
Save On Utility Bills
How To Conserve Water In Your Home
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Posted on 11/04/2020
Tips for Designing an Outdoor Living Room
Image by Jesse Bridgewater from Pixabay An outdoor living room gives you a place to enjoy fresh air while spending time with family and friends, gathering around a fire or watching a movie. When you have this type of outdoor living space, you can make it as comfortable as possible with the right design. Use the following tips...
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Design
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Posted on 10/28/2020
How to Know When It's Time to Sell Your Home as an Investment Property
Photo by fran hogan on Unsplash If you’re a homeowner considering selling your home as an investment property, timing is important. From a financial perspective, just as you probably bought strategically, you want to sell strategically too. The trick is knowing when the right time arrives. Here are four common metrics people use to determine when it's time...
Investment
Investment Property
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Posted on 10/21/2020
Key Factors to Consider Before You Buy a Smart Home Device
Smart home devices enable property owners to automate a wide range of everyday tasks – everything from cleaning each bedroom in a residence to securing a house against burglaries and other threats. Yet not all smart house gadgets are identical. And if a homeowner fails to plan ahead for smart home technology investments, they risk spending money on smart...
Smart Home Technology
Smart Home Devices
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Posted on 11/11/2020
5033 8TH Road S, Arlington, VA 22204 now has a new price of $2,475!
PRICE DROP FOR QUICK LEASE!! This is the one!! Looking to get out of the condo and have space??? Rarely Available---Very Spacious, meticulously maintained 3BR/3Level/1.5BA (1500+interior sqft) Brick TH under $3000 in ARLINGTON! Quiet residential community near parks/bike, walking trails. Plenty of space---bright, nice L1 den great for working remote or rec rm. 1 Assigned parking space w/plenty of street parking for overflow. Walkable to Columbia Pike or bus to Pentagon metro. Not far from Reagan airport/DC. New Carpet, fresh paint thruout, some new flooring, gleaming hardwood floors on 2 upper floors. new stainless steel refrigerator,...
Real Estate
Arlington
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Posted on 11/11/2020
2726 N Washington Boulevard #1, Arlington, VA 22201 now has a new price of $2,075!
PRICE DROP FOR QUICK LEASE!!! Rarely available!!! ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED (except cable/internet)---Fabulous opportunity to lease SPACIOUS apartment in Lyon Park/N Arlington neighborhood. Apt. is on upper floor in Strip Shopping Center in the Barber Building with only a total of 3 apartments in building. Apt living and social distancing at its best---no crowded elevators to deal with! Beautifully maintained by long-time owner---You won't see this elsewhere for the price in N. Arlington.!!! Walk to Clarendon metro, shops, restaurants----Texas Jacks' Barbecue right across street!!! Apt has loads of charm and each of 2BRS has own bath. Freshly...
Real Estate
Arlington
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