The Holiday Season Has Started!
The holiday season has officially started in the Washington DC area and here are a few classic ways to celebrate with family and a few thousand of your closest new friends. Maybe I will see you at one of these! Sculpture Garden Ice Rink. Attention all ice-skaters: The Sculpture Garden Ice Rink is back at the National […]
Worried About a Recession?
Worried About a Recession? What Bethesda Home Buyers Need To Know Worried about a recessionIt’s completely understandable that homebuyers today are watching the economy with extra care. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most of us ever make, and a little uncertainty in the headlines can make even confident buyers hesitate. […]
Renting Vs. Owning| Bethesda and the Larger DC Area
Renting vs. Owning: What Really Builds Wealth in Bethesda and Beyond Renting vs. Owning! Is this what you are contemplating for the New Year? Renting can feel like the simpler and more affordable option—especially these days. No repairs, no property taxes, no worrying about interest rates. You write the check each month and go about […]
Martha Stewart Meets Erma Bombeck
Martha Stewart’s Christmas letter to Erma Bombeck and Erma’s response. Hi Erma, This perfectly delightful note is being sent on paper I made myself to tell you what I have been up to. Since it snowed last night, I got up early and made a sled with old barn wood and a glue gun. I […]
Luxury Homes in Bethesda – December 2025
Luxury Homes in Bethesda: Where Convenience Meets Timeless Elegance If you’ve spent any time in Bethesda, you already know—this is a community that blends sophistication, convenience, and a warm neighborhood feel in a way few places can. As someone who has helped buyers and sellers throughout Bethesda for over 38 years, I can say with […]
The Kenwood on River Road
Convenience, Community & the Best of Bethesda Living The Kenwood on River Road is perfect for you if you’ve been searching for a place in Bethesda that truly blends comfort, convenience, and a sense of community, The Kenwood on River Road deserves a top spot on your list. This classic, well-managed condominium community offers an […]
Downsizing at the Promenade is Delightful!
Why is downsizing at the Promenade such a popular choice for homeowners in Bethesda? Maybe you want lots of amenities but you really don’t want the hustle of downtown Bethesda. Are you tired of living in a big house without interaction with your neighbors and friends? Then the Promenade Co-op is clearly for you! Downsizing […]
Renters and Landlords – New Laws in Maryland
Renters and landlords in Maryland have a whole new set of laws to understand and implement each year Here is a summary of the changes in Maryland effective as of October 1, 2025. RENTERS’ RIGHTS AND STABILIZATION ACT (HB 693) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS General Q: When does the Renters’ Rights and Stabilization Act (RRSA) go […]
The 50 Year Mortgage Explained
The 50 year mortgage is the most recent suggestion of how to solve the housing crisis. Is it a good idea or not? How would it work and how would it impact buyers? These are all good questions! There’s been a lot of talk lately about the idea of a 50‑year mortgage. On the surface, […]
Top Christmas Markets Around the DMV
The top Christmas markets around the DMV are getting ready to open soon! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanza or Hanukkah, Festus or Ramadan, I am sure that there will be unique gifts that you will fall in love with for giving throughout 2026! DOWNTOWN DC HOLIDAY MARKET The DowntownDC Holiday Market takes place this year […]