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
Things You’ll Love about Finding Your New Home in Fauquier County
While much of the DMV is filled with the bustle and energy city living brings, those searching for city accessibility with the quiet comforts and scenic appeal of the country will love Fauquier County, Virginia. Nestled into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains estate, this picturesque county sits just 40 minutes west of Washington,
Beacon Park At Belmont Bay—Community Spotlight
As we gain life experience and wisdom, shouldn’t we also gain added comforts and lifestyle improvements? That is exactly what Belmont Bay helps residents accomplish. Located in Woodbridge, Virginia, Miller & Smith’s Beacon Park at Belmont Bay blends the peace of riverside living with convenience, style, and beauty created specifically for Active Adults 55 years
5 Kitchen Trends to Follow
Of all the rooms in your home, few receive more traffic than your kitchen. Let’s do the math: assuming you’re home to eat an average of two meals a day; that in itself is 10 meals a week. Multiply that times 2.5 people in the household, times 50 weeks per year, and that’s 1,250 trips
5 Things We Saw in 2021 From Builders We Love
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— Quiet Types Edition
Looking for a new home in the DMV is an exciting time, but with the number of options available and the sheer size of the area and different neighborhoods, the search can quickly become overwhelming. Minimize distractions by knowing what to prioritize as you look and how, as a quiet type, your preferences and criteria
A Great Neighborhood for Young Professionals in Bowie, Maryland
Whether looking for a first apartment after graduating from university or a first home, young professionals have plenty of options throughout the DMV. However, few options combine the proximity to the water, accessibility to the city, and relative affordability that Bowie, Maryland has to offer. Located in Prince George’s County, Bowie has approximately 60,000 residents,
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
You’re Permanently Remote: 5 Reasons to Stay in the DMV
As the world continues to battle the Covid-19 pandemic, remote work for many has continued to be the norm, rather than the exception. Throughout the pandemic, workers throughout the DMV adapted to remote working possibilities, often taking up residence in beach houses and vacation properties less prone to transmission and restrictions. We’ve already seen relocation