Retirees need to budget carefully to stay within their fixed income. If the value of their investments sinks after retirement, seniors often have little choice but to spend less or return to the workforce. But there are plenty of ways to make a little of extra cash without having to… read more →
New-home construction has seen consistent growth in the past three years, and sales of new homes are expected to increase by about 16 percent, or 580,000 homes, in 2014, according to Kiplingers Economic Outlooks. And as more homes are built, new architecture trends will begin to appear — slowly. Building is not… read more →
Most renters sign a standard 12-month lease when renting an apartment, but there is another option available: the month-to-month lease. This type of lease certainly isn’t right for everyone, but given the right circumstances, it may be exactly what you need. Pros of a month-to-month lease Some renters prefer shorter-term… read more →
Spring is in the air here in the DC, Maryland and Virginia Area which means- Festivals!! What is great about the DC Metro Area in the Springtime is the abundance of Food, Wine and Cultural celebrations. Virginia has over 175 wineries and they are proud to share the love with… read more →
The Bay Bridge Boat Show kicks off the boating season each spring with a display of hundreds of new and late model brokerage boats and boat equipment displays. Attendees will learn about affordable, green small boats such as kayaks, canoes, inflatables, and day sailors. Introduction to boating seminars will be… read more →
Spring is just around the corner! It is never too early to start mapping out your Spring Cleaning Routine. Here are a few tips to make your Home shine! Taking Care of Stainless Steel To keep your stainless steel bright and clean, use a light mist of wax-based aerosol spray… read more →
Did you know, there are 92 restaurants in the Northern Virginia/ Washington D.C. area that are considered “Pet Friendly”? With the rising trend of having a furry friend by your side at all times, more and more restaurants are allowing pets! Need some help deciding where to eat? We have… read more →
Winter is over, and spring is here. Beside the joy of being able to go outside and engage in more outdoor activities, spring opens many opportunities for reducing your home energy bill. The drastic improvement in weather means you’ll use the furnace less and might even start turning on the… read more →
Buying a home can be exciting, nerve-racking and downright confusing. But with a simple checklist, you can feel comfortable with your purchase. Ask yourself these questions as you begin to make your new house into a home. Inspector Gadget Almost all homes get a general inspection before move-in. But now… read more →
There are some special tax benefits homeowners get for owning a home. Homeowners can deduct their mortgage interest, points they paid as part of the financing process and interest on any home improvement loans they take out — loans that are then used to make capital improvements or those that… read more →