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This idea seems so obvious (and so needed!) we’re wondering why someone hasn’t done this sooner. New local business CarCare To Go makes getting your car repaired or maintained as easy as ordering groceries online. It’s celebrity-level service at civilian prices.

Here’s how it works:

1. Schedule online whatever service you need for any kind of car.
2. Their valet comes and picks it up at your house or office and brings it to their full-service shop.
3. They communicate via video and photos so you get to see — and approve all work.
4. The valet returns it to you. The valet is free as is a light clean with every appointment.

To top it all off, they are offering a crazy deal for first-time clients: $20.22 for an oil change. No catch. Seriously. It even covers synthetic oil. Use coupon code FIRST20 when you book.

Sounds too good to be true. But with an average rating over 5.0 stars and hundreds of raving customer reviews, this looks to be the real deal.

You’ll wonder why you ever took care of your car any other way. Learn more here.

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Vibrant new metro-accessible apartments: 2-bedrooms from the $2,400s

Newly expanded, The Remy’s apartments and amenities have just doubled. Discover ultra-equipped, finely appointed, meticulously kept residences in Lanham’s new Harkins District — right by the New Carrollton Metro (Orange Line).

The Remy offers two-bedroom apartments designed to maximize space and support your personal style. Whether you are looking for space to entertain, space to work or space for a roommate, The Remy has a floor plan ready to accommodate.

The Remy’s amenities welcome residents into an array of destination-worthy experiences. Lavish spaces include saltwater and hydrotherapy pools, resort-like rooftop deck, clubroom and bar area and fully-equipped fitness center. Relax, socialize, be productive — the choice is always yours. Every detail was considered in designing The Remy’s finely appointed apartments with open floor plans across two buildings and eight stories.

Harkins District, The Remy’s micro-neighborhood, is becoming the envy of Prince George’s County. Its dynamic makeup and fast-growing roster of businesses and retail destinations complement the hub-location shared by its metro station. The Harkins District, like The Remy’s residents, carries its own beat.

The Remy is an experience all its own, where entertainment-packed amenities, feature-rich residences and unparalleled conveniences merge to present a community brimming with specialness.

Schedule your tour today!

Summer is just about here in D.C. 

Soon, it’ll be time to hit up splash parks with the kids, rent kayaks, attend outdoor concerts and movies, eat too much ice cream, plan a weekend beach trip — and get your home professionally cleaned.

Sure, everyone talks about spring cleaning, but summer cleaning is just as essential. After all, the kids are on break, friends and family come into town, and many of us are taking shelter in the A/C.

If you need a hand, reach out to Well-Paid Maids, the only living-wage home cleaning company in the D.C. area. Employees at Well-Paid Maids get:

• At least $22 an hour
• 22 paid days off per year
• Employer-paid commuting
• And more.

For context, this pay — and these benefits — is unheard of in this industry. But that’s exactly what founder Aaron Seyedian wants to prove: You can pay your employees a living wage and be a successful business.

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Theater Alliance’s dark comedy, Do You Feel Anger?, captures the office environment at its most absurd.

One coworker who keeps getting mugged down the hall. Another behaves like an actual baby. And somehow, everyone thinks “empathy” is a type of bird. 

Despite all of this, Sofia, played by Maria Simpkins, has been hired to disrupt the toxicity of this office environment. But who is most likely to change — the office, or her?  

Whether you’re already back to your office routine or still working from home, most D.C.-area professionals will find morsels of this workplace comedy that make them laugh — or shudder in horror. 

The all-star cast of Maria Simpkins, Nicklas Aliff, Marissa Liotta, Melissa Carter, Shaq Stewart and James Whalen is directed by Kelly Colburn.  

Do You Feel Anger? by Mara Nelson-Greenberg performs through June 11 at the Anacostia Playhouse. Use special code ANGER at checkout for 20% off all tickets. 

For tickets and information, click here.

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2 king-sized bedrooms, 3 full baths, $300 monthly condo — a lot for a little at 4525 Georgia Avenue, #1 at Petworth Crossing.

Reasons to make an appointment to see 4525 Georgia Avenue, #1 at Petworth Crossing very soon:

•     Built in 2018, the gorgeous two-level home combines the best qualities of a detached house with the low-maintenance needs of a 1,550-square-foot condo. 
•     Two king-size bedrooms on the upper level, both of them ensuite; the owner’s suite boasts two walk-in closets while the guest bedroom has one. 
•     There are three full baths; the one in the owner’s suite has a a walk-in rain shower and Carrara double vanity.
•     The large living room opens to a den that is easily converted to a home office, gym, or third bedroom.
•     The contemporary open floor plan, oversized windows, and sliding glass walls allow an abundance of natural light.
•     Three outdoor spaces provide opportunities to entertain or simply relax in fresh air.
•     Bonus Smart Home features; tankless hot water heater; gas stove/oven.
•     The spacious chef’s kitchen is appointed in stainless steel and marble, with plentiful cabinetry with pull-out shelves.
•     Five can sit at the centerpiece kitchen island, which has an expansive waterfall-edge.
•     Assigned off-street parking.
•     Walking distance to the Petworth area’s restaurants, parks, day-to-day conveniences including Metro.

Did we save the best for last? 

Lowest monthly condo fee in recent memory: $300.

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The desire to move, to seek something new and immerse oneself in the greatest and most sophisticated residences can be fulfilled at D.C.’s newest apartment building.

Every inch has been meticulously constructed with you in mind. As you take a look at the exterior, the 300,000 square foot, 13-story, 244-unit has already grown its roots in the community and is setting the standard for luxury living in the Ballpark District of the Navy Yard.

Long lines throughout the home form intimate and functional spaces suited for anyone seeking a private oasis. The floor plans feature many contemporary finishes and range from studios to duplex penthouses.

Luxurious kitchens feature Blomberg stainless steel appliances, a panel front Bosch dishwasher and Brizo Litze pull down faucet. Refined, classic materials, such as rich wood finish soft-close cabinets, shimmering quartz countertops and backsplashes, islands with waterfall edges and a built-in microwave elevate the overall space.

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Meet Brisia Cedillos, a cleaner at Well-Paid Maids.

She joined the team in August 2019, took a break during COVID, and is now back and cleaning homes.

Before joining the team, Brisia had experience cleaning professionally, so she decided to apply to Well-Paid Maids due, in part, to its mission and benefits — $22 an hour starting wage, insurance, employer-paid commuting, paid time off and more.

“Not all cleaning companies have these benefits, and they implement new benefits every year,” she says.

She also loves that Well-Paid Maids recognizes her hard work and enjoys the sense of freedom as a member of the team. Basically, you can be your own boss, Brisia describes. 

She receives her schedule via email with plenty of time to plan and prepare. It includes instructions and specific preferences for each client. Then, instead of trekking to an office to check in, she can clock in and out on her phone.

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If you’re like most people, you’d rather not waste hours getting your car serviced. That’s why so many are turning to local start-up CarCare To Go for all their car needs.

They provide maintenance, all repairs, even detailing for all brands. And every appointment comes with a free valet pick-up and return of your vehicle from home.

It’s as easy as ordering groceries online.

And to help you actually afford those groceries, they are offering a crazy deal for first-time clients: $20.22 for an oil change. No catch. Seriously. It even covers synthetic oil. Use coupon code FIRST20 when you book.

But what you might love even more than the free valet, competitive pricing, 12k- or 12-month warranty, free light-clean with every appointment is just how darn nice the people who work there are. Which might just explain why their average review is 5.0 stars and clients are writing reviews like the one below.

Great experience overall. CarCare To Go picked up the vehicle on time, quickly diagnosed the issues that needed to be addressed immediately (clogged sunroof drainline, brake fluid replacement), and recommended services that could wait. Extremely communicative throughout, providing frequent updates. Clear and reasonable pricing. Returned the vehicle on time and in excellent condition. 10/10, will use them again for regular maintenance as it saved me at least 2 hours getting to/from my usual place. – Owen

You’ll wonder why you ever took care of your car any other way. Learn more here.

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