According to the National Institute on Aging, about 20% of injuries related to exposure to cold occur in the home. If you or your loved ones live in a warm-all-year state, you’re in luck as far as winter weather is concerned. But residents in the majority of the country should take some time to prepare
2024 Year in Review: Surprising Moments You Need to Know
Getting older is a natural part of life, but sometimes, it feels anything but. Over the past year, we’ve explored a variety of ways to help you and your loved ones through the aging process, from games and activities to sharpen the mind, ways to stay physically fit, and what to know as you explore
Explore the Magic: 2024 Holiday Events Guide for All Ages
When it comes to kicking off the holiday season, it’s hard to rival the beauty and diversity of the events and experiences in Washington, D.C. From festive concerts to multi-denominational lighting celebrations, festivals, and markets, there are festivities at every turn throughout the city and greater DMV. Kick off your holiday season with one (or
The Ultimate Guide to Landscaping: When to Save or Splurge
When building your new home, the sky’s the limit—at least where options are concerned. And while it’s easy to envision our dream home, chances are good that dream is filled with extras and add-ons that aren’t included in the base home price—or budget, for that matter. Those enhancements don’t stop at the walls of your
Experience the Magic: Fall into Fun at These Must-Visit Local Vineyards
While our area is rich in history, it’s also rich in wine, with more than 300 wineries calling the region home. And while the wines themselves have history, what makes our region’s wineries so special is the sense of community they build. You can find local wine at various festivals and external events, but nothing
Savor the Freshness: 7 Vibrant Farmers Markets to Explore
The D.C. Metro area may be one of the largest in the country, but even with its bustling 95-corridor location, it’s surrounded by farms, sprawling landscape, and agricultural opportunities. And while Wegmans and our local stores have a great variety of local and organic favorites, you just can’t beat getting fresh foods straight from the
Five Phone Apps You’ll Love to Elevate Your Smartphone Game
With a cell phone in every pocket, it’s hard to believe that just 30 years ago we were still pulling handsets off the wall—and in some cases, still attached with cords. We’ve come a long way even from those original Nokias and flip phones, with today’s mobile devices acting as true palm-sized computers that can
Landscaping: Know The 6 Elements that is Required: Official Approval
If you’re building a new single-family home, you’ve no doubt thought about your lot placement, your floorplan, and your design finishes. But when you build a new home, you’ll keep making the space your own as long as it’s yours. And the decisions don’t stop at the interior—they continue to the outdoors as well. We
Fun Festivals to Check Out This Fall in the DMV
We can finally see the light at the end of the hot, humid tunnel. And as the end of summer draws closer, we’re ready for cooler temps, less tourist traffic, and more of the festivals and fun that make living in the D.C. metro so enjoyable. The fall calendar in every corner of the DMV
Want to Make a Quick Move to a New Home? This is the Easiest Way to Make it Happen.
Ready to own the new home you’ve always dreamed of but don’t want to wait for construction? It’s a common misconception that you have to wait for months to get into the new home you’ve always wanted. Many of the top builders are building quick-delivery homes in prestigious communities across the Mid-Atlantic region. Best of
