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Posted on 04/18/2022

Tips for Setting Up a Retro Arcade for Your Home

If you have fond memories of playing video games at a local arcade, you can recreate that experience in your home. While it might sound complicated, creating a retro arcade in your home can be a simple project. Gather the Games You Want Think about the games you want to include in your retro arcade. If you still...

Entertainment

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Posted on 04/11/2022

Home Buying Myths: Common Misconceptions Explained

Information and advice for first-time homebuyers is everywhere. Unfortunately, many of the most commonly accepted truths about buying a home are either outdated or false. Here are some of the biggest myths about home buying to help you understand the facts. Myth: You Can't Buy a Home With a Bad Credit Score It is possible to qualify for...

Home Buying

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Posted on 04/04/2022

What is PITI? Understanding your financial situation

PITI, which is short for "principal, interest, taxes and insurance," is an essential term to know for anybody seeking a mortgage loan. The acronym refers to the relationship between these four numbers expressed in a ratio and can tell lenders about your financial status. Here is a breakdown of the term and why it matters to potential homeowners...

Insurance

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Posted on 03/30/2022

Washington, DC Real Estate Market Update 3/30/2022

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Posted on 03/28/2022

How to Press Leaves: DIY Art Guide

Some might be familiar with the old practice of pressing leaves or flowers inside books to keep them preserved. While this is a fun way to keep and dry plants, you miss out on the opportunity to display those plants as art in your home. If you have fallen leaves from your houseplants or from the outside world...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 03/21/2022

Questions to Ask When Finding a Rental

Whether you’re renting for the first time or not, there are important questions to ask and think about during the process. Asking the right questions can make an enormous difference in how successful you are in finding the right place and being happy in it once you do. Here are some questions every renter should ask while searching...

Lease Agreement

Rental Property

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Posted on 03/14/2022

Are Solar Panels Worth the Investment? Here Are the Costs to Consider

For many years, homeowners have wanted to transition to sustainable energy, but found the upfront costs were not necessarily offset by the return on investment. Although many feel it's wise to convert to sustainable energy sources to protect the environment, homeowners dealing with sometimes tight budgets need to make cost-effective home improvement decisions. That's why checking in periodically...

Eco Friendly

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Posted on 03/07/2022

Add Natural Charm With These Wood Slice DIY Projects

Arts and crafts with wood slices are the perfect thing to add a natural element to your home decor. There are countless crafting projects you can accomplish with wood slices and most of them require only a few materials. If you’re wanting to try this hot crafting trend yourself, we’ve put together some ideas to inspire you. Where...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 02/28/2022

Which residential projects require a build permit?

Before you make any major changes to your property, investigate what type of build permit you need. Even if you’re just remodeling your home, construction permits are required for most projects. Here is a basic guide to the types of major home remodeling projects requiring a permit: Demolition If you’re demolishing any outdoor or indoor structure, you’ll need...

Building Codes

Building Permits

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Posted on 02/27/2022

Washington, DC Real Estate Market Update 2/27/2022

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Posted on 02/21/2022

What is an ADU and What Are the Benefits?

Photo by Elle Hughes from Pexels Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are structures built on the same property as an existing home. These typically have a bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and other common living spaces. These units can either be attached to the existing home or built as their own standalone dwelling. ADUs are a great alternative housing solution. Keep...

Accessory Dwelling Unit

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Posted on 03/25/2022

2126 Minnesota Avenue Se, Washington, DC 20020 is now new to the market!

Modern town home with recent renovations, 3 bedroom, 2 full baths and 1 1/2 bath with central air. Off street parking with automatic garage door, deck, bus stop across the street and 1.5 miles from Potomac ave metro stop. 2 blocks from Anacostia park with roller skating ring, pool and open...

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