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Posted on 11/29/2020

A buyer's market typically is a dream come true for those who want to find a high-quality and affordable house. In fact, there are many things you can do to capitalize on a buyer's market to ensure you can purchase a house that you'll be able to enjoy for years to come. Now, let's take a look at three...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 11/22/2020

Innovative Building Materials for Today's Homes

Photo by Peter Boccia on Unsplash Tired of the same old hardwood floors and vinyl siding? So are the designers of America's building materials. New, improved materials are becoming readily available every day. They're more sustainable and they last longer than materials of old. Not surprisingly, they look nice, too. Three of the best we've found so far...

Home Building Trends

Building

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Posted on 11/15/2020

HOA Concerns? Consider Your Options

Photo by Romakoma via Shutterstock Many modern housing developments share areas such as parks, pools and playgrounds. When this is the case, they need a homeowner’s association to tend to the needs of the common areas. The same is true for condominium complexes and townhome communities. Since hallways, elevators and the outsides of buildings require shared maintenance, the...

HOA

Hoa

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Posted on 11/08/2020

Increase the Probability of Selling Your Home Fast

Putting your home on the market is a life-changing decision and, for some people, it may involve conflicting feelings. Ideally, all members of your family should be on board with the decision to sell. If you, your spouse, or your kids are ambivalent or even against the idea of moving, it could send a negative message to prospective buyers,...

Sell Your Home Fast

Staging Your Home To Sell

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Posted on 11/01/2020

5 Houseplants to De-Stress Your Home and Purify the Air

Photo by Tristan Gevaux on Unsplash Houseplants are the ideal choice for functional decorations. The presence of plants in your spaces may brighten up your home, de-stress it, and purify the air. Houseplants can create a relaxed and restful ambiance. Below are some of the best houseplants to purify the air in your home and de-stress. 1. The...

Houseplants

Indoor Plants

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Posted on 10/25/2020

Improving Energy Efficiency with Your HVAC System

Photo by Skitterphoto via Pexels Keeping your home comfortable when the weather gets cooler can have a significant impact on your energy bills. In fact, your HVAC system is one of the biggest sources of energy usage in your home. You could end up spending more than you planned to on heating, especially if the weather turns colder...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 10/18/2020

What Details Increase Your Home Insurance Costs?

Image by designer491 from Shutterstock If you purchase a new home, you will need to purchase homeowner’s insurance. If you’ve never owned a home before, you may not realize all the factors that go into the cost of insurance. When looking for a home, it’s easy to get caught up in the house’s structural design, the marble countertops,...

Home Insurance

Homeowners Insurance

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Posted on 10/11/2020

Tips for Sellers: Plan for a Property Showing

As a home seller, it is crucial to do everything possible to prepare for a house showing. Yet determining the best ways to prep for a showing sometimes can be difficult. Fortunately, we're here to help you get ready for any showing, at any time. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you plan for a...

Selling Your Home

Showing

Posted on 10/04/2020

Create a Customized Potting Bench

Photo by Neslihan Gunaydin on Unsplash If you're like most homeowners who enjoy cultivating an attractive yard and garden space and perhaps even providing some tasty treats for the family table, you probably appreciate tools and amenities designed to make your gardening chores easier and more enjoyable. Many home gardeners make do with whatever available surfaces that happen...

Gardening

Organization

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Posted on 09/27/2020

Tips to Keep in Mind When Caring for Carpeted Floors

Although not everyone is a fan of carpeting, there are definitely benefits to having it in your home. The big question is, "Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?" Well, that answer depends on a lot of variables, but if you happen to like the look and feel of carpeting, then it's probably worth having. Assuming the carpet fibers...

Carpeted Floors

Carpet Cleaning

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Posted on 09/20/2020

Refresh Your Wooden Floors

Image by Twin Design from Shutterstock Starting an extensive renovation or replacement of hardwood flooring can be costly. Thankfully, there are other ways to bring your floors back to life if they are not deeply damaged. If you want to give your floors a facelift, try out these tips. Give It A Good Clean Sometimes, all a dull...

Hardwood Flooring

Flooring

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Posted on 10/30/2020

10010 Clue Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817 is now new to the market!

Sleek, clean lines and bright, airy spaces define this 5-year-young Bethesda home with premium lighting fixtures & appliances, and luxurious features in all 5 1/2 baths. Everything in the home is modern and energy efficient thanks to "smart" engineering, and offers unique features such as rounded wall edges, hand-scraped hardwood floors, custom stainless-steel stair railings - to name a few WOW factors! The gleaming kitchen is any chef's dream with an oversized Quartz-topped island, abundant custom cabinetry and sparkling stainless-steel KitchenAid appliances including double wall ovens and a five-burner gas stove. Recessed lights, high...

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