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Posted on 12/15/2019

Do You Need to Save 20% for a Down Payment on a Home?

Buying a home is a big financial endeavor that takes planning and saving. Aside from a down payment, hopeful homeowners will also need to save for closing costs and moving expenses. When it comes to the down payment amount you’ll need to save, many of us have often heard 20%, the magic number. However, there are a number of...

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Posted on 12/08/2019

DIY Home Improvement Projects

Photo by RawPixel via Pixabay It may be tempting to call an expert (and sometimes, you can't avoid doing so) to fix something or to enhance the decor of your home, but some projects are surprisingly easy to do. Tackling DIY projects at home has never been easier, thanks to the availability of tools and products designed just...

Posted on 12/01/2019

How to Refinish Cabinets Like a Pro

Paint is the magic elixir when it comes to inexpensive home makeovers. It rejuvenates space in a way few other things can do. Yet many homeowners have blinders on when it comes to the places they can paint. Namely, they only see the walls as a palette. Let's challenge that notion and remind you of a new way...

Posted on 11/24/2019

Prepare for an Open Houses in Bad Weather

Image by Andy Dean Photography from Shutterstock When placing your home on the market you’ll likely need to plan to hold an open house or two. If there's a chance of bad weather during a scheduled open house, you might question moving ahead with the event. Before you cancel, here are a few things to consider: Serious buyers...

Posted on 11/17/2019

How To Find A Good Contractor

When looking for a contractor online to work on a project for you, you might end up getting discouraged and afraid to hire one. There are too many stories about homeowners having terrible experiences of theft, delayed jobs, or poorly done work that required another repair. These experiences happen everywhere but it doesn’t make all contractors bad, there...

Posted on 11/10/2019

What to See on Your Journey to Maine

Photo by J. Lynne Hardesty via PixabayThe little state of Maine draws thousands of travelers each year. If you’re among those who are making the trek to this popular travel destination, you may feel overwhelmed by the plethora of things to see and do. If your time is limited, here are a few things you simply must see...

Posted on 11/03/2019

Things You Need to Consider Before You Host a House Showing

A home showing often plays a key role in the property selling journey. In fact, if your house dazzles a buyer during a showing, you may receive an offer to purchase your residence shortly after this individual views your home. Of course, there is no guarantee that a house showing will lead to a fast, profitable home selling experience....

Posted on 11/27/2019

2018 6TH Street S, Arlington, VA 22204 now has a new price of $1,695!

AGENTS, SENTRILOCK BOX on lower level rear door. Spotlessly clean and vacant now. A spacious and very desirable 1 bedroom, 1 full bath lower level unit minutes to the I-395 Glebe Rd ramp and just minutes to D.C. and the Pentagon. Washer and Dryer in the unit and a large private patio to...

Posted on 11/23/2019

5849 Jacksons Oak Court Court, Burke, VA 22015 now has a new price of $417,000!

Some many upgrades and extras, just too many to itemize in this beautiful move-in ready home. Kitchen with new Cabinets and new Butcher Block Counter top with newer Stainless Steel appliances. A separate Dining room,a Family room with a brick Raised Hearth fireplace and a wall mounted large screen TV (Conveys), and a walk-out to the fenced and private rear yard. Great for entertaining with its very own Fire Pit. The Master bedroom features a Designer Walk-in closet and remodeled full bath. An End unit 3 Bedroom and 2-1/2 bath Townhouse. And oh so close to the Burke Center for all your shopping needs. This is truly a home you must visit...

Posted on 11/23/2019

5849 Jacksons Oak Court Court, Burke, VA 22015 now has a new price of $419,000!

Some many upgrades and extras, just too many to itemize in this beautiful move-in ready home. Kitchen with new Cabinets and new Butcher Block Counter top with newer Stainless Steel appliances. A separate Dining room,a Family room with a brick Raised Hearth fireplace and a wall mounted large screen TV (Conveys), and a walk-out to the fenced and private rear yard. Great for entertaining with its very own Fire Pit. The Master bedroom features a Designer Walk-in closet and remodeled full bath. An End unit 3 Bedroom and 2-1/2 bath Townhouse. And oh so close to the Burke Center for all your shopping needs. This is truly a home you must visit...

Posted on 11/22/2019

Video Tour - 5849 Jacksons Oak Court Court, Burke, VA 22015

Some many upgrades and extras, just to o many to itemize in this in this beautiful move-in ready home. ) Kitchen with new Cabinets and new Butcher Block Counter top with newer Stainless Steel appliances. A separate Dining room, A Family room with a brick Raised Hearth fireplace and a wall mounted large screen TV (Conveys), and a walk-out to the fenced and private rear yard. Great for entertaining with its very own Fire Pit. The Master bedroom features a Designer Walk-in closet and remodeled full bath. An End unit 3 Bedroom and 2-1/2 bath Townhouse. And oh sop close to the Burke Center for all your shopping needs. This id truly a home you...

Posted on 11/22/2019

5849 Jacksons Oak Court Court, Burke, VA 22015 is now new to the market!

Some many upgrades and extras, just to o many to itemize in this in this beautiful move-in ready home. ) Kitchen with new Cabinets and new Butcher Block Counter top with newer Stainless Steel appliances. A separate Dining room, A Family room with a brick Raised Hearth fireplace and a wall mounted large screen TV (Conveys), and a walk-out to the fenced and private rear yard. Great for entertaining with its very own Fire Pit. The Master bedroom features a Designer Walk-in closet and remodeled full bath. An End unit 3 Bedroom and 2-1/2 bath Townhouse. And oh sop close to the Burke Center for all your shopping needs. This id truly a home you...