Get To Know The Lise Howe Group

If you are planning to buy, sell or build a home in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, The Lise Howe Group is here for you!

The Washington, D.C. metropolitan area is known for its natural beauty and small historic communities. It’s a region of vibrant contrasts, famed monuments, and a seemingly inexhaustible store of vitality. Whether you are selling a home in one of Washington DC’s premiere neighborhoods, looking to up-size into one of Maryland’s suburbs, or want to slow down a little and enjoy life in Northern Virginia, The Lise Howe Group is here for you.

The Lise Howe Group is led by Lise Howe,who has nearly 30 years of real estate experience. Located in Washington, DC, she and her team are positioned to cover all of DC, MD & VA. One of the advantages that comes with the successful completion of hundreds of transactions in the area is an instinctive knowledge of selling homes, condos, and developments throughout the D.C. metropolitan area.

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Mortgage Rates Have Slowed Buyers

Mortgage Rates Have Slowed Buyers

Mortgage rates have slowed buyers down this year. If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. Others shifted to less expensive homes…

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New credit scores explained

New Credit Scores Explained

New credit scores are coming for homebuyers and lenders in the last quarter of 2025, but it is never to early to start to understand what is changing and how it will affect you as a consumer and possible home buyer.

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Bob Woodward is Selling His Apartment

Bob Woodward’s Former Condo for Sale

Bob Woodward's former condo is for sale - the one with the balcony he used to send messages to Deep Throat. The 450 square foot condo is for sale for $395,000 at 1718 P St NW in the Webster House.

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Curbio is being sued

Curbio is Being Sued

Curbio is being sued by the DC attorney general who is alleging “scheme of deception, intimidation and fraud.” Curbio provides pre-sale home renovations in 55 different markets, while charging zero fees upfront. The benefit to the seller is obvious. The property is market ready at no expense to the seller, which will hopefully result in…

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Native Plants for the DMV

Native Plants for the DMV

Native plants for the DMV should be embraced by home gardeners! Mid-Atlantic native plants and flowers have grown in this area for thousands of years, including through droughts, storms, blizzards and our very definite heat waves. These plants’ DNA is made to thrive in your yard with minimal care.

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Spring cleaning your closet

Spring Cleaning Your Closet

Spring cleaning your closet is one of those things we all aspire to do Pull all the clothes out and only put back what you know you will use. That sounds good in principle but what do you do with the piles of clothes that are left on your bed and the heaps of discards…

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Best Irish Pubs in the DC area

Best Irish Pubs in the DC Area

The best Irish Pubs in the DC area are getting ready for you to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on March 17! Are you ready to party? Green beer and corned beef and cabbage! Today, St. Patrick's Day is celebrated throughout the United States with parades, parties, festivals, and cultural events. It has become a day…

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Pines of Rome

Pines of Rome – a Bethesda Institution

The Pines of Rome was always my uncle's favorite Italian restaurant in Bethesda. We used to meet there with him and his sons to celebrate big occasions like birthdays. The food is classic old school Italian cuisine that we all grew up with before Italian food became upscale in this country. If you want spaghetti…

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Vinyl or Hardwood

Vinyl or Hardwood?

Vinyl or hardwood is a choice many homeowners have to make. Vinyl plank flooring is a favorite among homeowners who want the look and texture of natural wood or stone without the financial investment. It's durable, waterproof, and a great fit for families with kids and pets. Good vinyl plank flooring has the color all…

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second home purchases are decling

Investing in Short Term Rentals

Investing in short term rentals can be an excellent strategy to diversify your portfolio. Companies such as Airbnb and VRBO have brought the short-term rental market into the mainstream, making it easier than ever for investors to profit from real estate ownership. Rather than getting tied into long-term leases, property owners can capitalize on local…

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Family activities in Chevy Chase Great Falls

Family Activities In Chevy Chase – Top Ten

Family activities in Chevy Chase range from horseback riding to concerts, shopping to learning about butterflies, and ice skating to rides on a miniature open air train. Here are ten suggestions to get you started exploring Chevy Chase.

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Maplewood in Bethesda, a Co-Op for Retirees

Maplewood in Bethesda is tucked inside the Beltway in a safe, walkable, wooded neighborhood. This co-op community sets a high standard for independent retirement living with a billiards room, private dining room, club room, library, and art center.. Maplewood has been voted the "Best Senior Living Community" by the readers of Bethesda Magazine - for…

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