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
Inventory is Low, but What Should You Really Compromise on?
While the market has settled slightly since the summer 2021 peak, inventory throughout the DMV and country remains slim. Nationwide active listings have declined by more than 20 percent and as we approach winter, a traditionally lower inventory time of year, it’s unlikely the listing rate will surge anytime soon. The good news is the
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 to Create Your Dream Home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland
If you’re looking to create your dream home in Maryland and are searching for the perfect spot with the perks of small-town living and easy access to major cities, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, maybe just be the place for you. This small town of fewer than 1,000 people has plenty of charm while also affording residents
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
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
Best Neighborhoods in Frederick County, New Market, Maryland
Welcome to our tour of Frederick County, Maryland. Last time we visited Frederick, the bustling county seat, and highlighted the many shops and restaurants along its Main Street district. Today we’re slowing things down in a charming colonial town that’s known for some of the best antique hunting in the country. New Market, Maryland is