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Why Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) Matter
Looking for the perfect condo isn’t just about finding the right property, location, or amenities – it’s also about finding the right homeowners’ association (HOA). Here’s why the HOA should also play a major role in your decision...
Making the Move to Washington DC
The nation’s capital is a cosmopolitan city that rewards ambition and perseverance. It’s also a hodge-podge of cultures and cuisines – anyone who’s lived here has left an indelible mark on the city. If you think Washington D.C. shou...
Negotiation Tips When Buying a Condo
Now that you’ve found the condo of your dream, you must now negotiate with the seller to protect your interests and secure the best price for the property. Here’s how to negotiate a condo purchase, according to real estate agents. Know...
Questions to ask before you buy a condo
Want to own a house but don’t want to spend your entire weekend maintaining it? Or perhaps you want to be a homeowner but don’t want to leave behind your cosmopolitan lifestyle for the suburbs. If so, a condo unit is just the property fo...
The best things in life are free: An arts & culture tour of Washington, DC
Washington, DC’s claim to fame is being the nerve center of American politics. But the nation’s capital offers more than just political spectacle; look a little closer and you’ll discover a community that has a colorful cultural scene, to...
Important Condo Safety Tips to Remember
Security is one of the biggest perks of living in a condo. But that doesn’t mean you should be complacent when it comes to home security. Indeed, of the over million cases of burglaries in the US each year, about 70% occur in residential prop...