You have countless decisions to make when building a new home in the D.C. Metro. But one thing new homeowners often don’t realize is that purchasing a new home typically comes with minimal landscaping. Since many plants and trees take a few years to grow and provide the shade and privacy you likely desire, it
6 New Things to Do in Fairfax County in 2024
While the D.C. metro is filled with history, the area continues to grow and evolve in new ways. There’s tons to do for residents of every age, and new stores, restaurants, and entertainment options are constantly emerging. Although the year is young, it’s already starting strong. Here are a few of the confirmed and potential
Escape The Cold: Three Fun Ways To Have Fun to Start the New Season
Living in the D.C. metro comes with many benefits, not the least of which includes the many entertainment options. No other place in the country affords residents access to the number and variety of museums, a free zoo, and historical experiences as D.C. does. But when winter blues strike, sometimes you need to get out
Enhancing Home Life for Aging Parents: Practical Steps for Thriving
Aging is tough. It’s hard on the body, it’s hard on the mind, and it’s hard on the spirit. And it’s not just hard on the person who is aging. It also takes a toll on the people around them—especially the children who see the signs day after day and question the safety of a
Mastering Language: A Comprehensive Look at helpful Acronyms for Buyers
Every industry has its own lingo—some might call it alphabet soup. And while, once you know, you know, if it’s your first foray into something new, the jargon makes it easy to feel a bit lost. Home buying is no exception. If you’re looking to purchase a new home in the DMV, here’s a quick
Five Phone Apps You’ll Love to Elevate Your Smartphone Game
With a cell phone in every pocket, it’s hard to believe that just 30 years ago we were still pulling handsets off the wall—and in some cases, still attached with cords. We’ve come a long way even from those original Nokias and flip phones, with today’s mobile devices acting as true palm-sized computers that can
Luxury Single Family Living in Arlington, Virginia
Homebuyers who are looking for the rare opportunity to own a brand-new single-family home in Arlington will want to check out The Grove at Dominion Hills by Toll Brothers. Discover luxury living in the Dominion Hills neighborhood, which has been ranked as the #2 place to raise a family in Virginia by Niche.com. Situated in
Landscaping: Know The 6 Elements that is Required: Official Approval
If you’re building a new single-family home, you’ve no doubt thought about your lot placement, your floorplan, and your design finishes. But when you build a new home, you’ll keep making the space your own as long as it’s yours. And the decisions don’t stop at the interior—they continue to the outdoors as well. We
New Homes Guide 2023: Hits and Highlights
It’s hard to believe 2023 is behind us. And while Taylor Swift and economic trends may have ruled many of the main media headlines over the course of the year, here at the New Homes Guide we explored many other hot topics affecting real estate and new-home builds throughout our region. While the trends are
Trust or Will: Which Is Right for You?
Estate planning isn’t something anyone really wants to do, but it is something everyone should do. For your own benefit, it’s a way of ensuring all your assets and belongings are distributed to the people and organizations you want them to reach. From the potential recipient’s end, it saves stress, disappointment, potential legal fees, and