The D.C. metro area is in constant motion. But beyond the excitement of Capitol Hill, tourism, and local sports and entertainment, our real estate market has plenty of movement, too. DMV real estate has been hot for decades, even remaining fairly steady compared to other areas of the country during key market downturns. And while
First-Time Home Buyer Guide: 6 Important Things About Inspection
Buying a new home is not like buying a new pair of shoes. While you might try several on to find the perfect fit, that’s about where the similarities end. And unlike that pair of shoes, it isn’t as simple as trying it on, paying, and walking out with your purchase in hand. Instead, once
You Never Know What You’ll Find: 4 Unique DMV Listings
If you’re looking for a new place to live in the Washington, D.C., metro area—or informally, the DMV—there are plenty of options. Each corner has its own look and feel, along with advantages. From luxury condos in Alexandria and Arlington, to new single-family home communities in the suburbs, to the classic historic charm of the
Celebrating 60 Years in Business in Award-Winning, Active-Adult Community Birchwood at Brambleton
Local homebuilder, Miller & Smith, is signaling its 60th year in business by building on common ground for a very particular 55+ niche buyer at Nationally Award-winning community, Birchwood at Brambleton in Ashburn, VA. The builder, who has been building in the community since 2001, is opening up the luxury of choice with four distinct
In Full Bloom: Six Flowering Trees That Will Make Your New Build Home Shine
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
Luxury Living for 55+ Active Adults
Homebuyers 55 years of age or older who are interested in new elevator townhomes with country club privileges will want to check out Regency at Belmont in Ashburn, VA. Ownership at this luxury community by Toll Brothers includes access to the resort-style amenities at the nearby Belmont Country Club. All the townhomes at Regency at
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
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
Four Reasons to Buy a New Home in Washington, D.C.
If you’re looking to buy a home in the DMV, you have no shortage of options. And while housing inventory has been an interesting ride in recent years, existing homes and new builds alike continue to pop up throughout the area. Northern Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. offer buyers a variety of styles, configurations, and options,