Northern Virginia Summer Brewfest June 20-21, 2015 Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA. Enjoy a beer festival with food, live entertainment and children’s activities. Taste of Reston June 19-20, 2015 Reston Town Center. Enjoy a variety of food from the region’s finest eateries, live music, activities and games. Admission and… read more →
These days, the trend among cash-strapped home sellers seems to be to say less in hopes of getting more at closing. But in the long run, this less-than-full disclosure can prove costly. Sellers must disclose anything that could affect the property’s value or desirability, from big problems such as a… read more →
We all know about little hidden gems, whether in Virginia, Maryland or D.C., where our children aren’t the only ones having fun at the park. It’s safe to admit there is a child in all of us; no matter the age. My favorite is Burke Lake Park where there are bike… read more →
It takes a special person to see the potential in a home that’s in need of serious rehab. If you’ve got your heart set on buying a dream fixer-upper — but don’t have the savings to cover both a down payment and a renovation — there are loan products out… read more →
Finding an affordable and comfortable apartment can be an incredibly time-consuming process. Add a large dog to the mix, and it’s next to impossible. That’s what Jan Even, owner of a 90-pound Rottweiler mix, experienced during her Bay Area apartment search. She was planning to rent in San Francisco or… read more →
If you’re a recent college grad, you’ve likely heard speeches about pursuing your passions and believing in yourself, but you probably haven’t heard much about establishing a good credit history. Here’s what you need to know. Qualifying for mortgages, auto loans, apartments and even jobs has become dependent, to some… read more →
Tip etiquette is a touchy subject under any circumstances. It’s even more fraught with questions when deciding whether to tip your movers. Because movers are entrusted with your personal possessions and do much of the heavy lifting (pun intended), you may feel obligated to reward them for their hard work.… read more →
USAF Cycling Classic June 13-14, 2015 Cycling event in Crystal City, VA to help members of the United States military who have sustained Traumatic Brain Injuries. Capital Pride June 13-14, 2015 A street festival and parade celebrate pride in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender communities in Washington, DC.
The VA appraisal is a crucial part of the home-buying process for qualified veterans and service members. VA appraisals focus on valuation and a more broad-based check of property conditions that could affect health, safety, or marketability. Every VA buyer needs to clear the appraisal hurdle. But understand that an… read more →
The time has come when we cannot just rely on others to make the world a better place – each one of us has to do our bit. It is therefore time for people to be more and more aware about their Personal Social Responsibility (PSR). PSR is all about… read more →