Living in the Wahington, D.C. metro area more often than not, space is at a minimum. You say you want a haven to come home to after work. You say you want a place to escape the hustle of life. With an efficient layout and undemanding plants, you can achieve… read more →
Selling any home can be challenging, depending on the market. But if you have an old home and want to appeal to young buyers in their 20s and early 30s, you may need to take some extra steps. First, you’ll need to assuage the fears of young buyers about maintaining… read more →
A real estate owned (REO) home is one that is owned by a lending institution as a result of forfeiture or failure to make mortgage payments. REO homes are popular with investors and home buyers looking for a deal. When a homeowner defaults on a mortgage loan, the property ends up at… read more →
They say there are only two things certain in life: death and taxes. But even with taxes, your must-dos in a given year are far from certain, thanks to annual tax code changes and other trends. Some of the biggest changes for 2013, though, are in tax technology. Consumers and… read more →
One story living is hotter than ever and not just for baby boomers! Young families and singles opt for one level homes in today’s market. t’s only recently that an increasing number of homebuyers have been more interested in doing all of their living on one floor. In 1973, one-story homes made up… read more →
Every woman envisions the perfect wedding dress. But for now, in high school, the prom dress is the all important factor. For one day only, and only for high school junior and seniors with high school ID the “Empower Me Pretty” 2nd annual Prom Dress Giveaway will be held at… read more →
Everyone loves the smell of freshly baked cookies in the oven, right? Sure, but don’t expect that smell to sell your house, research suggests. Homeowners are often coached to create pleasing aromas when potential buyers pay a visit. But complex smells, like baked goods and potpourri, are likely to damp enthusiasm for a… read more →
For many April Fools Day , its the funniest day all year. Children of all ages love to out whit someone who seems to constantly come in first with the jokes. Being able to trick or prank that annoying colleague, can be enough of a fun thought on its own. When you are actually… read more →
Moving can be stressful enough for adults, let alone children. Studies have shown that children who move frequently tend to do poorly in school and have more behavioral problems. The study also found that introverted people who moved often when they were young demonstrated less well-being as adults — and… read more →
There is no time like the present for a little spring cleaning. Head over to the Home and Garden Show at the Washington Convention Center and find a skip to your step when sprucing up your digs. Find innovative products, new ideas, practical advice and great deals in remodeling, home improvement… read more →