Photo Attribute: @MargJohnsonVA via Twenty20 It’s not uncommon to hear somebody say something like it’s a fact when it’s completely wrong. These common myths about buying and selling a home happen quite often with home buying and selling. Doesn’t it seem like everybody suddenly becomes an expert when you mention you want to buy a […]
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Can Your Home Look Luxurious Without Breaking the Bank?
Photo Attribute: @photovs via Twenty20 Budget luxury is possible, even though these two words don’t usually go together. If you just purchased a new home or you just want to redecorate a bit, you can make your home look luxurious without going crazy on the spending. There are certain ways you can get a higher-end […]
Common Mistakes Home Sellers Make
Photo Attribute: @maginnis via Twenty20 If you’re planning to list your home for sale, there are plenty of things you want to do. A good real estate agent will guide you through this process and provide tips along the way. While it’s important to have plenty of tips for selling your home, you should also […]
Sell Your Home Faster with These Cleaning Tips
Photo Attribute: @vmphotoo via Twenty20 When you’re planning to put your home up for sale, you want to make sure it sells fast. There are many ways you can prepare your home to be listed. If you want to sell your home faster, make sure it’s spotless with these cleaning tips. When a potential buyer […]
The Kite Festival is Back!
(Image credit National Cherry Blossom Festival) One hundred and ten years since DC received the gift of its cherry trees from Tokyo, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, an iconic springtime celebration is returning to in-person festivities with the Kite Festival, too. While 2020 and 2021’s springtime events were celebrated virtually at home, Cherry Blossom Festival President Diana […]
2 Popular Online Mattress Brands Now Have Local Stores — and President’s Day Deals
(Saatva Fluffy White Bed. Image courtesy Saatva) You’ve almost certainly heard before that humans spend 1/3 of our lives in bed. And you probably know all of the benefits to getting a good night’s rest. But did you know that the process of buying a mattress in 2022 is easier than ever before with popular […]
New Markers Recognize VA Black History
In celebration of Black History Month, we are recognizing several new historical markers that were researched and suggested in honor of three African American notables by Kings Glen Elementary students last year. Five new Virginia historical highway markers were announced by Governor Northam in April of 2021 as part of a Black History Month Historical […]
What Benefits Do You Gain By Owning a Home?
Photo Attribution: @kayp via Twenty20 Jumping into homeownership for the first time can be scary. However, taking a good long look at the many benefits can help ease your fears. For decades, homeownership has been a big part of the American Dream. While the common phrase of the “American Dream” may have become distorted over […]
