The hardest part of a New Year’s resolution is sticking with it and seeing it through to the end. If finding a new home is on your list of resolutions this year, however, it’s a lot easier than you might think — you just have to have the right tools to help you out.
Our Cover Builder Wants You to Experience “A Life Well Lived” in 2017
A new year. A new issue. A new cover homebuilder. We’re excited to unveil our latest issue of New Homes Guide, which features Winchester Homes, one of the area’s most admired homebuilders, on our front cover. Based in Bethesda, Maryland, Winchester Homes has solidified its status as a premier builder of new homes in the
Design Forecast: 4 Big Ideas for 2017
A new year is upon us! As we leave 2016 behind and set our sights forward, we’ve compiled our list of the top residential design concepts that are ready to make an impact in the year ahead. 1. Clean & Modern When it comes to home exteriors, this sentiment represents the preference of the overwhelming
Homebuilders That Gave Back in 2016
The holiday season is all about giving back, and we want to recognize just some of the homebuilders that donated time, expertise and resources to essential charitable projects in our region this year. Take a look back at how builders gave back to the community in 2016. Christopher Companies Working in partnership with HomeAid Northern Virginia
Choosing the Best Homebuilder for Your Dream Home Just Got Easier
The smartest home shoppers know that finding the perfect community and ideal home style is only the first step towards getting their dream home. They know that among all of the homebuilders in the area, some stand above the rest as the best partners in the homebuilding process. When it comes to homebuilders, there
Tricks of the Trade: Creating the Ideal Exterior Palette for Your Home
As the dark and dreary days of winter begin to bear upon you, a feature on color is just the remedy you need. We’ve put together the following ideas and tips on everything you need to know when selecting the exterior materials and finishes for your home. 1. Site & Landscape It’s important to consider
Speed Cleaning After Thanksgiving
If you think cleaning before Thanksgiving is stressful, doing it afterwards can be a total nightmare. As much as you try you can’t handle everything while you have guests in the house. The only thing you can do during their stay is wash dishes and change towels or empty trashcans. This is the
Find the Best Builder for Your Home with Our Building Leaders Supplement
What do you do if you’ve found the perfect community or location for your new home, but you don’t know how to choose a builder to make your dream home a reality? With all of the homebuilders in the area, trying to narrow down your options can be a little bit overwhelming. But with our
Our Cover Homebuilder Invites You to “Imagine the Possibilities” of Your New Home
There can be only one cover homebuilder for the latest issue of New Homes Guide. This month, K. Hovnanian® Homes shows us what over seven decades of homebuilding excellence looks like right on our front cover. K. Hovnanian® Homes has built its superior track record of offering homebuyers uncompromising value on the foundations of top-notch
How to Measure and Understand Your Home’s Square Footage
Square footage is an elusive unit of measure. Because it factors in multiple dimensions, it can be inherently difficult to visualize or estimate. In the world of real estate comps, lender appraisals, and construction costs, this figure is a commanding factor in assessing the value of your home. Because it commands so much influence and