Looking for a new home can be an exciting, if not somewhat overwhelming, experience in itself. But if you’re new to not just your home search but the D.C. metro area as a whole, that feeling might be next level. We’ve put together a quick-list of what you need to know to make the new
Make Building New Attainable in Current Conditions
Building a new home isn’t exactly an inexpensive endeavor. But building a new home in the DMV—a consistently desirable market—comes with the accompanying less-than-desirable price tag. Throw in today’s interest rates and housing market and it’s easy to see how prospective buyers may become overwhelmed or even priced out of the purchase before they truly
3 DMV Real Estate Trends from Early 2023
The past few years have thrown some long-standing real estate patterns for a curve. But as we look back at the first few months of 2023, we can already see some new (and returning) patterns emerging, along with perhaps a return to some level of predictability—in some areas, at least. Here are three trends we’re
Luxury Living for 55+ Active Adults
Homebuyers 55 years of age or older who are interested in new elevator townhomes with country club privileges will want to check out Regency at Belmont in Ashburn, VA. Ownership at this luxury community by Toll Brothers includes access to the resort-style amenities at the nearby Belmont Country Club. All the townhomes at Regency at
New or Existing Construction: What’s Your Best Bet?
Buying a home is always an exciting time, but it’s also filled with hundreds of decisions points. What do you want in your new home? What do you need? And are those needs really a need—or a want? What’s the parking situation? What can you afford? And perhaps one of the biggest questions: Should you
Senior Living Solutions: Achieve Your Dream Retirement Lifestyle
The stress-free days you’ve been craving are just around the corner. After a lifetime ofwork, you’ll get to embrace the retirement you’ve dreamed of. No more putting off activities for nights, weekends or precious vacation days. Your time will be open for you to enjoy favorite hobbies, learn new skills, visit with family or socialize
How to Build Community in Retirement Through Giving Back
While retirement looks different for everyone, few activities hold greater benefit to both the participant and community than philanthropic work. Numerous studies have tied volunteer work to lessened isolation, stable or improving health, having a strong sense of purpose, and even lower rates of mortality and heart disease. Two local residents of Asbury Methodist Village
Why Engaged Living is Key to Senior Wellness
Countless studies have proven humans need connection. Among older adults, studies have tied loneliness and social isolation to an increased risk of dementia by 50 percent, stroke by 32 percent, heart disease by 29 percent, among other health effects. While connection is critical, finding it can be challenging—particularly among seniors where the timing of newly
5 Ways to Stretch Your Dollar When Buying a Home in the DMV
Buying a home anywhere in the recent market can be challenging, but searching in the DMV, one of the nation’s most notoriously expensive real estate markets, comes with extra cost considerations for many. Get a great home by stretching your dollar further with these tips. 1. Expand your radius This is a bit of common
Senior Living Solutions: Find the Right Community for Your Next Move
Today’s retirement communities are more advanced and comprehensive than their predecessors in every way, from their exceptional on-site healthcare and services, to their expanded amenities and programs that take into account the modern needs and desires of their diverse community. Residence options vary in size and style — from cozy country cottages to luxury