Over the last few years, we’ve seen indoor spaces trend toward brighter, lighter colors with natural wood elements incorporated throughout and a resurgence of blues, greens, and beige tones. But styling finishes aren’t the only things that have evolved. As we’ve started the new year, we’ve explored new builder floorplans and found several emerging architectural
5 Ways to Stretch Your Dollar When Buying a Home in the DMV
Buying a home anywhere in the recent market can be challenging, but searching in the DMV, one of the nation’s most notoriously expensive real estate markets, comes with extra cost considerations for many. Get a great home by stretching your dollar further with these tips. 1. Expand your radius This is a bit of common
Two Communities, Endless Advantages
In our youth, we often envision the experience of reaching our later years looking a certain way; however, as we reach those years, we find that—as is often the case in life—there is no one “right” way to do things. This point is exemplified throughout Erickson Senior Living communities. With nearly 40 years in business
City Ridge: D.C.’s Newest Neighborhood
Nestled into D.C.’s Northwest corridor lies City Ridge, a highly anticipated 10 acre mixed-use community of exceptional apartment homes with stunning views, exciting retail and restaurants and innovative office tenants. Along the bustling Wisconsin Avenue, City Ridge comprises 690 apartment homes in total, each with access to a variety of on-site features, including the Great
5 Things You’ll Love About Your New Construction Home
Getting a new house is exciting, and moving into a new construction home is sublime. Any time you have a home new to you, you’re sure to have lots of initial excitement and find plenty to love. But there are just some things about new construction that can’t be beaten. Here are just five of
Townhome-style Residences in Eckington, DC
City Homes, a newly completed collection of 45 spacious townhome-style residences, is perfectly situated within Eckington, a historic enclave in Washington, D.C. Known for its idyllic Victorian rowhomes and beautiful tree-lined streets, Eckington is one of Washington D.C.’s oldest and most iconic neighborhoods – undergoing a significant transformation. Developed by Grosvenor, an international property group
Hidden Gems in Prince William County
With its proximity to Washington, D.C., and abundant scenery, it’s easy to see why Prince William County is a popular choice for local county workers and D.C. commuters alike. Although it is not directly connected to the D.C. Metro system, commuters have access to public transportation via the VRE train system. Major freeways, including 95
A Great Neighborhood for Active Living in Lake Frederick, Virginia
Located in the foothills of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains lies Lake Frederick, Virginia, a 117-acre lake owned by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF). The lake itself offers residents ample water activities, and the surrounding areas are an active nature-lovers paradise. Things to do in the Lake Frederick, Virginia, area Lake
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 Things to Know if You’re Starting Your Home Search in 2022
In 2021, we saw the housing market do some crazy things. Inventory remained low, while buyers—both those moving to the DMV and relocating within it—remained high. Pricing reached unpredictable highs, and the competition for a ratified contract was unfathomable. The housing shortage is still going strong throughout the nation, but the market has shifted a