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Posted on 05/29/2020

Video Tour - 41 Kennedy Street NE, Washington, DC 20011

Quaint brick traditional in tony Chillum. This home spans 1,890 square feet over three spacious levels, and features three bedrooms, three full baths, a traditional floor plan, hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces and solid bones with endless potential. A large family room exits to a fenced in back yard, and convenient off-street parking for two in the rear with easy alley access. Basement and attic are untapped living spaces. Close to Fort Totten Metro Station, shopping and eateries, downtown DC, with easy interstate highway access. Bring your vision and create your dream...

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Posted on 05/29/2020

41 Kennedy Street NE, Washington, DC 20011 is now new to the market!

Quaint brick traditional in tony Chillum. This home spans 1,890 square feet over three spacious levels, and features three bedrooms, three full baths, a traditional floor plan, hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces and solid bones with endless potential. A large family room exits to a fenced in back yard, and convenient off-street parking for two in the rear with easy alley access. Basement and attic are untapped living spaces. Close to Fort Totten Metro Station, shopping and eateries, downtown DC, with easy interstate highway access. Bring your vision and create your dream...

Posted on 05/24/2020

Is It a Good Time to Invest in Amelia Island?

Image by pwemedia from Pixabay Summer is the in-season on Amelia Island in Northeast Florida. But this popular vacation spot is enjoyable year-round, thanks to weather that ranges from mild to spectacular. A close-knit coastal community that's as charming as it is scenic holds the key to Amelia Island's reputation as a top-notch vacation spot. If you're thinking...

Posted on 05/17/2020

Selling a Water Damaged Home

Photo by Monkey Business Images via Shutterstock After a significant storm or catastrophic event, you may determine that moving to a different climate is right for your household. The question becomes, do you repair all the damage to your home before you sell it, or do you offer it “as is” so that the buyer takes on that...

Posted on 05/10/2020

Where Should You Search for Your Dream Residence?

If you want to enjoy a successful homebuying experience, it may be beneficial to hone your house search to residences in a select group of cities and towns. That way, you can speed up the process of finding and buying your dream residence. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you narrow your house search. 1....

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Posted on 05/03/2020

Linguine With Sweet Onions & Cauliflower

Image by Selling of my photos with StockAgencies is not permitted from Pixabay Cauliflower just keeps winning popularity contests, landing roles in everything from gnocchi to pizza crusts to rice replacements. Why have we fallen in love with cauliflower? Because it's a satisfying, delicious and healthy option! Cauliflower, like Brussels sprouts, kale and bok choy, is a member...

Posted on 04/26/2020

What You Should Know About HOA Laws

Photo by LinkedIn Sales Navigator from Pexels Homeowners Associations (HOAs) were originally created to give everyone a larger say in their community. The rules and regulations are there to provide structure, preserve property values, and increase a sense of unity within the neighborhood boundaries. But not all HOAs function in the same way, and some can lead homeowners...

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Posted on 04/19/2020

Bring a Wooden Floor Back to Life

Image by Twin Design from Shutterstock Starting an extensive renovation or replacement of hardwood flooring can be costly. Thankfully, there are other ways to bring your floors back to life if they are not deeply damaged. If you want to give your floors a facelift, try out these tips. Give It A Good Clean Sometimes, all a dull...

Posted on 04/17/2020

19 S Ann Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 is now new to the market!

Welcome to this gorgeous, renovated North Fells Point home. It is conveniently located near Patterson Park, Hopkins Medical Center, and Kennedy Krieger Institute with excellent access to public transportation. This chic 3-story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home presents today's discerning buyer a quality, top-of-the-line renovation. Large eat-in kitchen, with separate dining area, and spacious living room. Private master suite with sitting room/den, en suite bath. Two Spacious new decks (2nd and 3rd floors), and a private patio. This fenced-in, urban oasis is a must...

Posted on 04/15/2020

707 Forston Street, Takoma Park, MD 20912 is now new to the market!

Lovely, sunny, updated single family home on tree-lined street. 3/4 bedrooms along with a 3-walls-windowed sun room with outside access; large basement family/bed room; 2 full baths and laundry room. Large living room; formal dining room; eat-in kitchen with lots of built-ins; hardwood, ceramic and vinyl flooring throughout; rear deck facing large fenced yard with mature landscaping and extra under-deck storage. Shown by appointment...

Posted on 04/12/2020

Open House: Home Staging Mistakes to Avoid

Photo by Mark McCammon via Pexels Anyone who has ever gone out on a job interview or a date knows how important a good first impression is. First impressions can color the entire way we approach a person and environment. When it comes to your home, you want to create a positive setting that draws people in on...

Posted on 04/05/2020

Weekend Project: Build a Swing

Image by Lars_Nissen_Photoart from Pixabay A porch swing lends wistful ambiance to your home. Below are a few options on how to construct your own porch swing from 3 wood pallets, which local stores may be able to give you free of charge. Upcycling materials keeps useful scraps out of landfills and saves money. In addition, your weekend...