This post is written by Lise Howe, Associate Broker licensed in DC, MD and VA and former attorney admitted to practice in DC. While no longer practicing as an attorney, Lise believes that her legal background is useful in identifying real estate issues that arise as her clients navigate life’s major transitions and working in
Fall in the Washington, DC area has a way of bringing everyone back to reality. Vacations wind down, children return to school, offices become busier, and suddenly the conversations that were postponed during the summer begin again. For some people, that conversation is: “Are we really going to stay in this house another year?” For
Fall may be my favorite time of year in the Washington, DC area. The humidity finally begins to disappear, the leaves start changing, and even those of us who are not going back to school feel as though it is time for a fresh start. One of the benefits of living in the DC area
Downsizing does not have to mean squeezing your life into a tiny apartment or giving up the neighborhood you love. For buyers who want less maintenance without sacrificing comfortable rooms, green views and a convenient location, Kenwood House in Chevy Chase deserves a closer look. Located at 5100 Dorset Avenue, just beyond the edge of
Kenwood Forest in Chevy Chase: A Great Neighborhood for Non-Drivers If you would like to drive less—or perhaps stop driving altogether—your next home needs to offer more than a pleasant place to take an evening stroll. You need groceries, transportation, restaurants, recreation and everyday services that you can realistically reach without getting into a car.
Best Bethesda Condos for Every Lifestyle: A Local Buyer’s Guide If you are searching for condos for sale in Bethesda, MD, you may quickly discover that you have almost too many choices. Bethesda offers everything from affordable garden-style condos surrounded by trees to full-service luxury buildings where someone is always available to accept a package—or
If you are thinking about giving up your house—and possibly giving up some of the driving that goes with it—The Elizabeth deserves a place near the top of your list. Located at 4601 North Park Avenue in Friendship Heights, The Elizabeth offers something that can be surprisingly difficult to find: generously sized, light-filled condos in
Could You Afford a Castle? The Real Cost of Historic Homes Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, have reportedly purchased Strancally Castle, a 19th-century Gothic estate in County Waterford, Ireland. The 16,000-square-foot castle sits on approximately 440 acres overlooking the River Blackwater, and its estimated value is somewhere between €20 million and €30 million—or
Washington, DC, is surrounded by some of the wealthiest communities in the country. That probably does not surprise anyone who has recently looked at the price of a house in Chevy Chase—or tried to renovate one. – or a new construction condo in McLean. But “wealthiest” can mean several things. It can refer to household
The Adagio in Bethesda: Luxury, Light and Lock-and-Leave Living If you are looking for a luxury condo in Bethesda with contemporary style, attentive service and an exceptionally convenient location, the Adagio deserves a place near the top of your list. Located at 6820 Wisconsin Avenue near Bradley Boulevard, the Adagio offers something many buyers are