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Posted on 04/28/2019

Yes, mom's house always seemed magically clean, so you may have missed some of her little tricks and tips. Here are a few to add to your cleaning repertoire and simplify your life. Housekeeping hacks Repurpose your orange peels: Place orange, lemon, or lime peels in your garbage disposal and run with plenty of water to clean out...

Millennials

Housekeeping

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Posted on 04/21/2019

How to Become More Self-Confident

Many people define self-confidence as the feeling of trust in your own abilities and judgment. While that may be true, it doesn’t really describe the progressive continuum in developing confidence in yourself. That means, you may not be confident in one area, but gradually are becoming more confident as you go through the process of trying, failing, tweaking,...

Posted on 04/14/2019

Side Chores to Pick Up

The side hustle chores, you know the ones that you do while you are doing something else. For example, you are vacuuming and picking the kids room at the same time. While the gas pump is filling your tank, you are cleaning out the car. Multi-tasking is a necessity with the way our lives run these days. You...

Posted on 04/07/2019

Should You Set Up a Second Home Showing?

A home showing is a valuable opportunity for a buyer, as it enables him or her to walk through a residence and find out what a house is all about. At the same time, a single home showing may be insufficient. Ultimately, there are many reasons why you may want to schedule a follow-up house showing, and these include:...

Posted on 03/31/2019

How to Save for a New Home

The idea of homeownership can seem daunting if you doubt you can save up a down payment. After all, even a modest house on a conventional mortgage requires twenty percent plus the closing costs. When saving up seems out of reach, try these creative tips to grow your nest egg: Delay gratification A lofty word for a simple...

Posted on 03/24/2019

Should You Establish Property Buying Goals?

As a homebuyer, it may be beneficial to establish goals. Because once you know what you want to accomplish during the homebuying journey, you can take the necessary steps to achieve your homebuying aspirations. Now, let's take a look at three factors to consider as you develop homebuying goals. 1. Your Dream Home Define your dream house – you...

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Posted on 03/18/2019

What to do About That Messy Closet

Do you have one of the closets that is the way old-school high shelf and a single bar? There is no place to put your shoes or stack your sweaters, let along hang belts and accessories. Welcome to the 21st century: Cool organized closets are not just for the rich anymore. You can get someone to help you...

Posted on 04/28/2019

Another Property Rented - 118 Monroe Street #1010, Rockville, MD 20850

Posted on 04/25/2019

8411 Thornberry Drive W, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 now has a new price of $355,000!

Welcome Home! You will love this wonderful 5 bedroom 3 full baths 2 car attached garage home the moment you cross the threshold. As you enter your freshly painted home you will see gleaming hardwood floors, updated light fixtures, updated kitchen with granite counter tops and newer appliances. Your new home has a separate dining room & large family room with wood burning fireplace insert along with walkout to large deck with huge yard. The master bathroom has been updated with a new shower stall insert and vanity.Don~t miss the large lower level recreation room with additional 5th bedroom and full bath, utility kitchen and walk out to back...

Posted on 04/04/2019

8335 Cottage Hill Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 is now new to the market!

Two-Story Colonial built in 1990. The 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home sits on a lovely .20 acre lot in sought after SAYBROOKE community. Large eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances leads out to a new, spacious deck area that~s ideal for summer dining. Light and bright windows give this home a dramatic look both inside and out. The main level boasts a spacious living room, separate dining room, family room and sunroom. Upstairs you will find a large master bedroom with en suite bath and walk-in closet, plus 3 additional bedrooms and hall bath. The lower level offers a play room, den (or 5th bedroom) with walk-in closet, large recreation...

Posted on 03/22/2019

8411 Thornberry Drive W, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 is now new to the market!

Welcome Home! You will love this wonderful 5 bedroom 3 full baths 2 car attached garage home the moment you cross the threshold. As you enter your freshly painted home you will see gleaming hardwood floors, updated light fixtures, updated kitchen with granite counter tops and newer appliances. Your new home has a separate dining room & large family room with wood burning fireplace insert along with walkout to large deck with huge yard. The master bathroom has been updated with a new shower stall insert and vanity.Don~t miss the large lower level recreation room with additional 5th bedroom and full bath, utility kitchen and walk out to back...

Posted on 03/14/2019

14403 Myer Terrace, Rockville, MD 20853 is now new to the market!

It is not a secret that you can purchase this sparkling split foyer home boasting 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms! The hardwood floors gleam in the living and dining rooms with tons of natural light beaming through the windows. You'll adore the retro eat-in kitchen with sliding glass doors, checkered flooring and newer appliances. The main level also offers 3 bedrooms, not to mention the enormous master suite addition with volume ceiling and fan, sitting area, bay window, French doors, and beautiful en suite bathroom. The lower level will not disappoint either...you'll be greeted by an enormous family room with fireplace, sizable bedroom...