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6 Ways to Turn Your Balcony into an Outdoor Oasis
For anyone living in an apartment or condo, having a balcony is a major perk. Although it's not as luxurious as a sprawling backyard, even a tiny balcony provides a private outdoor space where you can kick back and take in some fresh air. And w...
Relocating Guide to Bethesda, Maryland
Relocating can often be a daunting task, especially for first-timers. It’s easy to find yourself caught in a whirlwind of activity, as there are so many factors to think about, potential problems to deal with, people to coordinate with, and s...
8 Tips for Hiring the Right Contractor
Renovating your home is a big project, whether you're tackling just one room or embarking on a more extensive makeover. If you're only updating a few fixtures or surfaces, you might be able to do most of the work yourself or bring in specific p...
Common Decorating Mistakes Solved!
You have the accessories, the furniture, and the color on the walls. But is something not quite right? One of these common decorating problems may be to blame. But don't fear -- these mistakes are easy to fix. Mistake #1 - Poor Lighting We'...
How to Really Budget for a Fixer-Upper
Many of us have stared in awe at the listing page of an old house with overgrown landscaping and bathroom tiles from the early 1900s. And many have imagined fixing up said old house—but few ever do. After all, it takes a special kind of perso...
Moving and Packing Tips for Smooth Moves
Moving—like getting a tooth pulled or driving a very long distance through uninteresting landscapes—is one of those trials almost everyone must face. It's sometimes unpleasant, it's never exactly fun, but it usually leads to a positive outc...
Is a Housing Crash Coming?
It's hardly a secret that real estate prices across the country have been skyrocketing. Recent data from Redfin, a real estate brokerage, shows that median home prices are up 20% year-over-year. At the same time, many properties are under contr...
8 Features Homebuyers Are Demanding in 2021
The pandemic has changed our lives in every way imaginable. And being at home in "lockdown" mode for so long caused many homebuyers to rethink what they want in a home. Just as we learned (at least some of us did) how to cut our own hair, we al...