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Posted on 12/20/2020

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels You don’t have to worry about putting on a pot of coffee after dinner when you use these recipes. Make coffee part of your dessert for a delicious treat with just a touch of caffeine. Coffee & Whipped Cream Brownies A bit of instant coffee and some heavy whipping cream can spruce up...

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Posted on 12/13/2020

Gardening: Serene Places for Garden Arbors and Trellises

Photo by Colin Maynard on Unsplash Homeowners love the idea of creating a personal sanctuary in their outdoor living space, but many aren't quite sure of how to proceed when it comes to making the most of their yard and garden area. One of the most common issues faced by homeowners is that they don't really know how...

Posted on 12/06/2020

Five Things First-Time Homebuyers Need to Keep in Mind

Photo by ConvertKit on Unsplash Up to 9.2 million Americans will purchase their first home in 2020. Homeownership is a wonderful and sometimes overwhelming experience. It's exciting to have a place that you can personalize and call your own. However, owning a home can quickly become a burden if you don't plan carefully. Keep in mind these five...

Posted on 11/29/2020

Kitchen Cabinets: New Face or Completely Replace?

Photo by Jafar Mansuri on Unsplash To resurface or replace? That's the question. Consider replacing if: They have significant water or humidity damage. They're poorly constructed and/or falling apart. The design frustrates. You could do better starting over. The style can't be easily updated, for example, floral moldings. The cost to refinish is more than new cabinets. It...

Posted on 11/22/2020

Don’t Fall Prey to Budget Busters

Image by Monster Ztudio from Shutterstock It's time to find the perfect place of your own but becoming a property investor has one significant roadblock: a down payment. It’s something that can stop potential home buyers in their tracks. While winning the lottery or inheriting a windfall would be fabulous, you don’t need those luxuries before you can...

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Posted on 11/15/2020

Severe Weather Damage & Homeowners Insurance

Photo by Peter from Pexels When everyday people take out a homeowners' insurance policy, there is an expectation that you enjoy secure coverage in the event of a loss. That sigh of relief many people experience when signing off on a policy may be an illusion, to some extent. That’s because not every severe weather event is covered...

Posted on 11/08/2020

The Market: Is it Ready for My Investment?

Photo by Edar via Pixabay You’ve been considering an investment in real estate but are you really ready? Putting your money into something you haven’t done your homework on could be detrimental. You may even have all the tools, but are still straddling the fence. How will you know it’s time? Here are a few signs that indicate...

Posted on 11/01/2020

5 Tips for Easier House Painting

Image by kitzcorner from Shutterstock Don’t underestimate the importance of a fresh coat of paint when it comes to preparing to sell your home. Apart from changing the look of your space, it also adds to the value of your house. Painting can make your home feel brand new and attract the attention of serious buyers. While painting...

Posted on 12/11/2020

Video Tour - 10827 Hampton Mill Terrace #110, North Bethesda, MD 20852

You will love this beautifully renovated and spacious 3-bedroom patio-level condo - rarely available floorplan in the desirable Gables of Tuckerman community in North Bethesda! Ready to move right in! This unit has almost 1,100 square feet of living area on 1 level. ONE LEVEL - NO STEPS! So whether you're inside or out, this is the place to be! Newer kitchen with laundry area features wood cabinets and granite counters & a large pass-thru to the dining room. Updated baths - New floors and carpet - Newly painted - 2 huge walk-in closets - wood burning fireplace - lovely front-facing outdoor patio - plenty of parking including reserved...

Posted on 12/11/2020

10827 Hampton Mill Terrace #110, North Bethesda, MD 20852 is now new to the market!

You will love this beautifully renovated and spacious 3-bedroom patio-level condo - rarely available floorplan in the desirable Gables of Tuckerman community in North Bethesda! Ready to move right in! This unit has almost 1,100 square feet of living area on 1 level. ONE LEVEL - NO STEPS! So whether you're inside or out, this is the place to be! Newer kitchen with laundry area features wood cabinets and granite counters & a large pass-thru to the dining room. Updated baths - New floors and carpet - Newly painted - 2 huge walk-in closets - wood burning fireplace - lovely front-facing outdoor patio - plenty of parking including reserved...

Posted on 11/12/2020

Video Tour - 11710 Old Georgetown #1216, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Follow CDC guidelines - Masks must be worn - limit touching inside condo unit. Ideal floorplan. Beautiful, updated, finely appointed, spacious & sunny condo with natural light through huge windows! 2 underground parking spaces convey - Best first level parking location. Super convenient location. Pet friendly building. Pike & Rose restaurants & shops. 1 Block to White Flint Red line METRO station. Harris Teeter & Starbucks. IPIC Theaters. 24 hour security building by front desk concierge. Great views from condo & balcony. Luxurious amenities - Community room with kitchen & pool table. Billiards room. 24/7 access to...

Posted on 11/12/2020

11710 Old Georgetown #1216, North Bethesda, MD 20852 is now new to the market!

Follow CDC guidelines - Masks must be worn - limit touching inside condo unit. Ideal floorplan. Beautiful, updated, finely appointed, spacious & sunny condo with natural light through huge windows! 2 underground parking spaces convey - Best first level parking location. Super convenient location. Pet friendly building. Pike & Rose restaurants & shops. 1 Block to White Flint Red line METRO station. Harris Teeter & Starbucks. IPIC Theaters. 24 hour security building by front desk concierge. Great views from condo & balcony. Luxurious amenities - Community room with kitchen & pool table. Billiards room. 24/7 access to...