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Well-Paid Maids Takes COVID Seriously

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Dear PoPville readers,

Hi everyone! This is Ogi, the Operations Manager at Well-Paid Maids. That’s me in the picture above, answering customer emails with my dog Maxi.

As you already know, our company is the D.C. area’s only living-wage home cleaning service. All our employees make at least $17/hour and receive a full benefits package including 22 paid days off, health, dental and vision insurance, and 100% employer-paid commuting.

Basically, we try to be the most worker-friendly company we can be. That’s why, with the pandemic upon us, we now require customers:

  • To wear a mask while providing home access
  • To be absent for the duration of their cleaning
  • To allow employees to open windows for increased ventilation

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: October 14

By PoP Sponsor (a)

Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by Real Living At Home.

Featured Property of the Week: 3524 S Street NW

“This completely transformed, renovated rowhome in Burleith is ready for you to call it home! Walk through the front door to be greeted by a wide open floor plan flooded with light — perfect for entertaining or putting your feet up to relax after a long day. The kitchen boasts a Thermador range, quartz countertops, and Shiloh and Eclipse cabinets. The large island has enough seating for four, a deep sink and extra storage. The dining room overlooks the backyard, which boasts a large pergola perfect for alfresco dining. Walk upstairs to the primary bedroom with an ensuite luxury bath, second bedroom, second bathroom, washer/dryer closet, Juliet balcony and deep closets with systems already in place. The third floor has two additional bedrooms, a hall bathroom with custom tile work and a glass encased shower, and a flex space that can be used as an office/learning center/play space/entertaining room — you decide! The third level leads you to the roof deck that boasts some of the best views in Burleith! The lower level in-law suite contains a large additional bedroom with tons of light, access to the backyard, a large wet bar, a second washer/dryer, and a second living area flex space.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is an 8 BR/9 FB/2 HB 4-story, 12k+ square foot luxury stone Tudor on a ½ acre lot in Wesley Heights that features a swimming pool, theatre/billiards room, library, study and much, much more — all for just under $10M.
  • “This amazingly maintained home features three well-sized bedrooms, two and a half baths and a kitchen designed with the style and taste of an interior designer that loves to cook up a storm.”
  • End-unit 4 BR Petworth rowhome with 2,800+ square feet spread across 3 levels includes gorgeous wood features, fenced-in backyard and off-street parking with a 1-car garage.
  • Your Auction Property of the Week is a 4-story 5 BR rowhome in relatively decent condition with bidding to start at $500k on October 24.

Sick of Renting? FREE Virtual Home Buyer Workshop This Saturday

By PoP Sponsor (a)

Let us simplify the home buying process for you at a free, fun and informative virtual workshop.

Talk to local lenders about getting a loan and learn the importance of hiring a real estate agent not only to help you in your search but to make a winning offer. You will even hear all about the home buying experience from a recent first-time home buyer.

View the dates below and sign up for our informative workshop.

  • October 10
  • November 7

For your convenience, our workshops are virtual and free of charge and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can learn home buying strategies from the comfort of your own home. A Zoom.us link to our video conference will be emailed to those that sign up.

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We’ve got 250 more open houses in the District this weekend and have selected some of our favorites below. Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1414 11th Street NW #1 — $824,900 — Logan Circle
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — James Downing
    “Welcome home. From the moment you enter, you will see this is not just another condo, it is a great 2-level home with over 1400 square feet of living space! This 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath condo has everything you need and more. On the main floor you will love the living/dining area with a fireplace and an open kitchen with an island. Plenty of counter space to socially distant cook with your partner or friends. The main bedroom suite is upstairs with a private balcony and back on the main floor is the 2nd bedroom suite — or perfect for a family room or home office. Complete with your own parking space and no — you won’t have any high condo fees here. This 3-unit condo has a low fee of $231/month. Need more outdoor space? Enjoy the common area in front complete with a grill — all you need is the food and bottle (or two) of wine. Pets are welcome and your dog will love to hang out with you in Logan Circle just 2 blocks away. Walkable to everything you need for perfect city-living.”
  • 619 Elliott Street NE — $899,998 — Capitol Hill/H Street Corridor
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — John Coleman
    3 BR/2.5 BA 3-level interior townhome features exposed brick, hardwood floors, built-in shelving, high ceilings, oversized windows and a rear back deck and a gazebo!
  • 215 Emerson Street NW #202 — $225,000 — Petworth/Brightwood Park
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Melanie Friedson & Erin McCleary
    “The top floor, corner [1 BR/1 BA] unit offers a traditional floor plan with elegant original features mixed seamlessly with stylish updates throughout.”
  • 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue  SE #405 — $425,000 — Potomac Ave/Hill East
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Metro DC Houses
    Top floor 1 BR/1 BA unit at the nearly brand-new building the One Five boasts an open layout with hardwood floors throughout and a Juliette balcony as well as community rooftop deck and grilling area.
  • 1809 37th Street NW — $1,965,000 — Burleith
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Joshua Ross
    Back on the market with a $30k reduction from the original list price is this “refreshing & inviting 4 BR | 4.5 BA row home in the heart of Burlieth complete with multiple outdoor spaces & parking for 2 cars.”

For Your Protection, Get a Home Inspection Before You Buy a Home

By PoP Sponsor (a)

Buying your first home is, for most of us, the biggest investment you’ll ever make.

It makes sense to know what you’re buying before you fork over the funds. Getting the home thoroughly inspected by a trained professional whose job it is to find what’s wrong is a must. But in this competitive seller’s market, how do you protect yourself while still giving yourself the best chance to get the seller to take your offer? Let’s look at the different types of home inspections to consider as you decide what’s the best for you.

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Virginia Tech Launches New Online Graduate Certificates in IT

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Not everyone has the time or financial resources to commit to a full master’s degree program. Some may already have a master’s and are just looking for a narrow update on a current skillset. For these reasons, Virginia Tech’s 100% online Master of Information Technology program now offers IT professionals the option to earn a graduate certificate in 10 specialized IT subject areas.

“IT leaders can find a certificate that speaks exactly to their professional needs without having to commit several years to pursuing a master’s degree,” says Barbara Hoopes, Associate Professor of Business Information Technology at Virginia Tech. In fact, students can earn a certificate in as little as 12 months as a part-time student.

Whether looking to simply enhance existing skills or prepare for a major career transition, students can expect to reap these rewards:

Enhanced Marketability — Both experienced and aspiring IT professionals can enhance their expertise through thoughtfully designed certificates that allow students to develop skills in areas where a current dearth of talent is driving competitive salaries and prime opportunities for career advancement.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: October 7

By PoP Sponsor (a)

Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by Real Living At Home.

Featured Property of the Week: 4020 Reno Road NW

“Surprisingly, 4020 Reno Road is not located on Reno, but rather, on a quiet private lane off Upton Street. This expanded Center Hall Colonial is hidden behind magnificent trees and mature plantings; a lush enclave. The gardens were twice featured on the Cleveland Park garden tour. The landscaped corner island at Reno and Upton seems like an extension of the gardens. Walking up the curved flagstone walk, you come to the Greek Revival portico. The front door is flanked by leaded glass windows and opens to a gracious foyer. You immediately notice the newly refinished oak hardwood floors found on three levels of the home. Anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, the living room has windows on three sides and crown moldings. Window benches with ample storage flank two sides of the room — ideal for reading or extra seating. Just off the living room, a family room has three walls of windows, refinished oak floors, a built-in cabinet and track lighting — an ideal retreat from hectic daily life. In addition, the sellers have had architectural drawings done for a rooftop deck over this room.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is an 8 BR/9 FB/2 HB Tudor in Wesley Heights with nearly 13k finished square feet of luxury living space that includes a full gym, billiards room, theatre room, library, pool and an entire guest wing of the home — all for just under $9.5M.
  • “A stunning, sun-drenched top floor [1 BR/1 BA] unit with a large bedroom, lots of storage and a beautiful bathroom. Relax in the living space with a cozy fireplace, dining area AND a private balcony!”
  • Spacious 3-level Petworth 4 BR/3.5 BA interior row home boasts an open layout with hardwood floors, exposed brick, a fully-finished lower level with office area and even some fenced-in (albeit narrow) backyard space leading to the detached 1-car garage.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is this “lovely residence” with “4 bedrooms, 3 luxury full baths on 3 finished levels with driveway parking in rear.”

You’re Invited: Virtual Visit Week for Prospective Undergraduates

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The Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University is offering a new three-part series of “virtual visits” to campus for prospective undergraduate students to see first-hand the opportunities and world-changing subject matter that a Schar School student encounters.

“The virtual visits will showcase some of the high-profile professors, students, and graduates who make the Schar School one of the highest ranked policy and government schools in the country,” said Shannon Williams, who works in student services and is coordinating the virtual visits. “The variety of the topics of the three events range from examining the future of American democracy to justice and prison privatization to getting ready for your career in changing the world. Prospective students will be able to ask questions at the end and they can register for one session or all three, at no cost.”

The virtual visit series will be held October 13-15, at 6 p.m. EDT. Topics throughout the week include:

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SWEAT DC Announces New Safety Protocols, New Workouts and New $29 Unlimited Pass

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SWEAT DC, Washington’s judgement-free, inclusive and challenging group-personal fitness studio, wants clients and potential clients to know the studio has introduced significant changes that assure the safety of members and trainers. The new theme is “smaller is safer; outside is safer; SWEAT is safer.”

For a limited time, owner Gerard “Coach G” Burley is offering a VIP, seven-day $29 unlimited pass to demonstrate the new protocols. Claim your pass at this link, questions or concerns contact [email protected].

New procedures at the fitness studio conform to socially distant protocols, with a new semi private personal training program, SWEAT Strength & Conditioning (SSC), limited to no more than five people at a time inside the studio. In addition to limiting the number of people training at a time, SWEAT DC checks temperatures at the door; uses sterilizing UV lights on equipment between classes; has installed HEPA air filters; provides CDC-approved masks for those who don’t have their own; disinfects all the gear after each use; and maintains a 10-foot distance between clients.

SWEAT DC recently launched outdoor cardio & core focused classes with similar protocols at nearby events space Hook Hall, where SWEAT DC trainers workout members on the outside turf.

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Listing of the Day: 1325 13th Street NW Unit 29

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Address: 1325 13th Street NW Unit 29
Neighborhood: Logan Circle
Listed: $899,000
Open: Sunday, October 4 from 1-3 p.m.

Tremendous value in a prime Logan Circle location blocks from D.C.’s top dining, Whole Foods, Metro and more.

This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome is accessed through a private gate off a gorgeous Courtyard oasis. Main floor features gleaming hardwood floors, gorgeous built-in bookshelves, a beautifully updated kitchen, powder room, wood-burning fireplace and two outdoor terraces. The second floor offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary bedroom overlooks the quiet courtyard and features a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Stacked washer/dryer and linen closet complete the second floor.

For even more outdoor space, enjoy access to the Iowa Towers Rooftop for sweeping views of the city and a public grill for BBQs with friends. Parking space in garage is included with unit. Don’t miss this chance to live in the heart of Logan Circle!

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