The phrase “senior living” inspires an array of emotions—and each person’s feelings on the matter are surprisingly strong. Unfortunately, many of the more negative feelings result from misinformation or stereotypes that are not entirely based in truth. And while many people embrace the opportunity for 55+ living as a welcome next stage in life—and something
Four Reasons to Build a New Home in Maryland
Building a new home in the D.C. metro comes with an expansive area to choose from that spans two states in addition to the District proper. Each city within each state comes with its own feel and benefits, but the same could be said of the state you choose in general. Here are four of
New Home Kitchen Trends to Follow in 2023
The average cost to remodel a kitchen is $150 per square foot, and with the average kitchen in the United States measuring in at 250 square feet, that means it will cost around $37,500 to remodel—and that’s without enhanced finishes, upscale appliances, or the extra square footage from extended eat-in spaces that are found in
5 Important Questions For Caretakers of Parents Aging in Place
They gave you the lovey you carried with you for years, tucked sweet notes and jokes into your lunchbox in your school years, and cheered the loudest at your high school graduation. Those happy memories of a parent filled with seemingly endless energy and love are something to cherish forever but are also part of
Unlock Success with Your New-Build Floorplan: 4 Key Factors for Optimized New-Home Planning
The new-home-build process is filled with choices, but aside from selecting your builder, perhaps no choice has a bigger impact on your final “product” than your floorplan selection. We all know things look different on paper than a real-life walkthrough, so if you have an opportunity to see a model, it’s a definite advantage. However,
New Home Building Trends to Watch For
Through the end of 2022 and into the beginning of 2023, we’ve seen numerous shifts in the new-home-building landscape. Some, like the return of a somewhat more stabilized market, were fairly predictable. Others, like continually climbing interest rates were less so. Add to it all a seemingly more stable supply chain and the inflation appearing
Boost Your Retirement Fitness: 5 Ways to Challenge Balance, Flexibility & More
No one disputes the importance of activity and exercise to maintain a healthy physique and heart throughout life. That doesn’t go away as we get older and enter retirement. While our bodies may change, they need nourishing as much as before. In fact, the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommends that adults ages
Things to Keep in Mind When Planning Your New-Build Bathroom
Every part of your new home is sure to be exciting, but few areas define your personal retreat more than your kitchen and bathrooms. The primary bath in particular sets a tone, serving as not just a place to get ready in the mornings but also to settle in and settle down for the night.
Unlock Your Outdoor Potential: 5 New-Build Ideas to Stay on Top of the Trends
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One of the many advantages to living in the D.C. metro area is the presence of four defined seasons, paired with a fairly moderate climate that allows us to enjoy the great outdoors most of—if not all of— the year. If you’re building a new home in the area, make sure your new build has
What if You Don’t Want to Be a Social Butterfly in Retirement?
There’s a proven correlation between retirement and isolation. Studies have tied isolation and loneliness to a 50 percent increased risk of developing dementia, a 30 percent increase in developing coronary artery disease or stroke, and a 26 percent increase in overall mortality risk. Social interaction has numerous benefits, particularly as we age, yet not everyone
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