The past year was filled with challenges—some-more expected than others—and the home construction market was no exception. Supply chain issues caused shortages throughout the world, some of which (like wood) impacted home builders and buyers alike through supply and associated price jumps. Despite the challenges, builders continued to do their best to deliver quality construction
How to Know What You Need and What You Don’t: Growing Family Edition
One of the wonderful things about searching for a new home in the DMV is that you have an abundance of options. Charming brownstones in Adams Morgan, colonial charm in Alexandria, Virginia, easy coastal access with a larger lot in Bowie, Maryland—the list goes on. Options are a great thing, as long as you know
Cadence at Lansdowne Community Spotlight
At every stage, life brings you new adventures and endless possibilities. This is the guiding force behind Cadence at Lansdowne, a new 55+ community from Brookfield Residential, located in the heart of Lansdowne, Virginia, in eastern Loudoun County. Opening this fall, Cadence at Lansdowne is a unique community consisting of only 75 villa homes, ideal
Crown East Community Spotlight
When searching for the perfect luxury home, buyers look for exceptional design, upscale amenities, and a walkable and a desirable neighborhood. Many communities offer some of these elements, but Crown in Gaithersburg, MD, offers it all. Located conveniently off I-270 and Great Seneca Highway, is Crown East, the final section of four neighborhoods that make
Birchwood at Brambleton Model Home Overview
Nestled in the heart of Ashburn just south of the Dulles Greenway, and surrounded by more than 250 acres of common green space, Brambleton has cemented itself as the perfect place to call home. Birchwood at Brambleton, a close-knit active community, caters to active adults aged 55+ with contemporary and classically designed homes designed for
Meadowbrook Farm Model Home Overview
Rich with a history that embraces a classic hometown feel, Leesburg, VA, is the perfect place for the planned community of Meadowbrook Farm. An entirely new community of 400 single-family homes, Meadowbrook Farm holds true to the comfort and charm of small-town America, just as Leesburg does—but not at the expense of modern comforts. With
Wardman Tower – Community Spotlight
It can be difficult to find a property that perfectly balances the past and the present—a space that embraces thoughtful and forward-thinking design, but not at the cost of ignoring a building and location’s historical roots, leaving those iconic aesthetic touches behind in favor of bland stylings that supposedly represent modernism. But urban dwellers looking
Kent Island – K. Hovnanian® Four Seasons Community
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Kent Island, a 55+ active adult luxury community is now open just steps from the Chesapeake Bay. When you visualize your retirement, do you live year-round in a quaint resort town with access to everything you need nearby, enjoying your own low-maintenance home? Do you share your sunsets over-looking the
Guide to negotiating upgrades on new construction homes
Buying a house of your own and becoming a bona fide homeowner is considered one of the pillars of the American Dream. When going to buy new construction, you should know that there are pros and cons to that kind of purchase. Naturally, you have the opportunity to mold the home to your liking and
Muse – Community Spotlight
There is no shortage of artful inspiration and curated luxury at Muse Condominiums. Located in the Art’s District of Old Town North, Alexandria, Muse offers residents the opportunity to breathe in the beauty and history of the surrounding neighborhood and live a truly artistic lifestyle. This exclusive luxury community perched along the Potomac offers exquisite