Nicknamed the “Land of Pleasant Living”, Anne Arundel County is home to over half a million residents that enjoy the quality of life, rich heritage, and proximity to Baltimore and Washington, D.C. that their home county has to offer. Having experienced a population boom driven mainly by the growth of intelligence and cyber security agencies
Love Where You Live: The Importance of Walkable Neighborhoods
There are many different factors to consider when it comes to choosing your new home. Currently, walkability is one of them as the popularity of sprawling auto-dependentsuburbs is waning across certain areas of the country. According to studies, a majority of Americans – 6 in 10 – say that they would prefer to live in
Relocating to the DC Metro Area? You’ve Got Plenty of Options!
According to 2013 research, an average of 160,000 workers relocate to metropolitan Washington for work every year. While relocation is an important milestone in anyone’s life, it can cause a lot of anxiety when it comes to finding the perfect place to live. The best thing about moving to the DC Area has to be
Baltimore, MD: Plenty of Charm, Plenty of History
White steps, steamed crabs, beer, Mount Vernon, the Preakness, Mencken, museums, quiet neighborhood streets, Babe Ruth, row houses and raw bars – that’s Charm City. With more than 200 neighborhoods to choose from, Baltimore, MD boasts hidden charm in every direction. With so many great historical and vibrant choices, it’s not hard to see how
A Spotlight on Loudoun County, VA
Located in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Loudoun County is currently the state’s fourth most populous county as it continues to grow and merge its modern developments with its undeniable historic roots. Home to Dullest International Airport, Loudoun County is located just 30 minutes from Washington, DC and offers countless of opportunities for business with a
The Sights and Sounds of Charlottesville, VA
What’s special about Charlottesville, Virginia you say? Well, a lot actually. Located about 100 miles southwest of the nation’s capital, Charlottesville offers a dynamic blend of arts and culture fused with literature and historical significance. After all, it is where Thomas Jefferson laid his hat; it’s home to the Monticello. Dubbed “America’s Smartest City” by Lumosity.com
New Homes vs. Resale Homes: 10 Reasons Why the Investment is Worth It, Pt. II
Two weeks ago, we started counting down some of the reasons we believe looking into a new home over a resale is worth the investment. This week, we finish up our list and hope to help answer the question: Should I buy a new home or a resale home? Before digging into Part II of this
Life In Richmond, VA: A Spotlight On a Once Well-Kept Secret
Perhaps once a well-kept secret, Richmond, VA is now getting a lot of buzz from home-buyers and tourists around the country. The city of Richmond is more than just the capitol of Virginia – there are hundreds of years of history that are still very much alive in the architecture of downtown buildings or the
New Homes vs. Resale Homes: 10 Reasons Why the Investment is Worth It.
For New Homes Guide, February is the month we encourage our readers to embrace our ‘New Year, New Home, New Markets’ mentality. With the hustle and bustle of 2014’s first month behind us, February allows us to think clearly about the big decisions left to make in the remainder of the year – such as
Fantastically Fresh Architectural Trends for 2013
Cookie-cutter is out, and unique is back in a very big way! Keep a lookout for these fresh new architectural styles in and around DC in 2013: The Hybrid: Old and new are coming together like never before—in 2013, you’ll see modern architectural elements like skylights and strong lines fused seamlessly with classical designs. The
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