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25 of the Biggest Design Mistakes NOT to Make
You met with your financial adviser, got a mortgage, and bought a house. Hooray! Now comes the hard part: making it your own. Whether you’re in for a gut renovation or just trying to redecorate, there’s a lot more to designing a property th...How to choose a property with good resale value
Buying a home is one of the most significant investments a person will make in their entire life. As this is a big financial purchase, it is also an emotional one. One may find themselves focusing solely on personal preferences or the prope...
How to Pick the Best Place to Retire for You
Most of us have major plans for retirement, and for many that includes a new place to call home. Maybe you think you have that destination locked in place, or perhaps you have a vague idea of the kind of climate and location you're looking for,...
The Most, and Least, Soothing Paint Colors
As we close in on a year of living claustrophobically, Americans continue to look for strategies that can quiet the jitters—and don’t involve thousands of calories. One solution: calming decor. To help you out, hundreds of designers were as...
Home Decor Items Worth the Splurge!
Putting a deposit down on a home or apartment (not to mention all of those monthly bills to follow) can make a real dent in your bank account. After that major investment, it can be tempting to skimp when purchasing home decor to furnish the pl...
Important tips when closing on a condo
After finding the Bethesda condo that is perfect for you, it is time to finally close the deal. Closing on a property can take a few days up to two months, depending on the type of property, how you will finance the purchase and other factors. ...
6 Sustainability Trends in 2021
With the climate crisis continuing to mount, the design world will undoubtedly focus on sustainability in the new year. In order to get a sneak peek of what the year might have in store, industry experts were asked what trends they envision for...
What to look for when buying a Bethesda townhome
A townhome is typically a multi-level residence with communal walls. It is like a cross between a single-family property and a condo unit. Like a condo unit, townhouse owners have home maintenance and fewer responsibilities. Moreover, it is eas...