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Do Not Disturb: Well-Paid Maids’ Industry-Leading Vacation Policy

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Well-Paid Maids Operations Manager Ogi on her recent vacation in Miami

Well-Paid Maids goes on vacation!

OK, well not all of us at once — we’re still available to professionally clean your home. But we have a healthy, industry-leading vacation policy. Take a look:

  • 20 paid days off per year
  • 2 paid holidays

If you lost count, that’s more than a month of paid time off per year. In the coming months, we have a number of employees taking well-deserved time away from work.

  • One is taking an entire month off for Ramadan so he can focus on his faith and his family.
  • Another employee is taking a week-long anniversary trip to Las Vegas with her partner. This will be her first time on a plane, so we’re sending calming vibes her way.
  • Finally, we have an employee planning her destination wedding in the Dominican Republic. We can’t wait to see photos!

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We have the highest tally of open houses in the District for 2022. There are 350+ opens on the books so take a look at our favorite open houses listed below to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1823 Newton Street NW #208 — $824,900 — Mt. Pleasant
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Jack Wang
    “Welcome home to The Mitchell #208! 2 levels, 2 ample sized bedrooms, 2 full baths and a powder room on the main level plus parking for 2 cars! As you enter the unit you are greeted with tons of natural light coming in from the south and east-facing windows. The open layout is perfect for versatile living and entertaining guests. Gorgeous Real Oak hardwoods on both levels of this amazing home. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, cherry cabinets and a generous pantry. There is also a balcony off the kitchen, perfect for sipping coffee and getting some fresh air. The primary bedroom has an en suite full bath, walk-in closet and access to the wrap-around porch. The porch decking is Trex so no maintenance. The art mural is professionally hand painted by a renowned local Artist. A second bedroom with two closets, hall full bath and a full-sized washer/dryer set complete the upper level. Pet-friendly building. Located just blocks from tons of shopping and dining options as well as Rock Creek Park.”
  • 2016 D Street NE #1 — $524,900 — Kingman Park
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Graham Grossman
    “Community garden? Check. Reserved parking? Check. Spacious chef’s kitchen with gas range and extra beverage fridge? Check. Dining area, and tons of counterspace? Check, check, check!”
  • 76 New York Avenue NW #403 — $529,900 — NoMa
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Dina Paxenos
    “Now is the time to grab this incredible deal for a top-floor spacious condo in NOMA. This 2 bed + DEN /1 bath condo was fully renovated in 2016 with all new appliances and systems including an induction oven/stove.”
  • 1742 Massachusetts Avenue SE — $1,199,950 — Hill East
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Cullen Watson
    “A truly breathtaking home sitting on one of the largest, lushest corner lots in all of Capitol Hill. A width of over 20 feet allows for properly proportioned rooms with original heart of pine floors, basking in natural light. Newly constructed 2 story rear addition allows for 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths + laundry on the upper level.”
  • 3322 Clay Place NE — $399,000 — Lily Ponds
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Jenny Chung
    “Ideally located just half a block from River Terrace Park, this freshly painted 2 bedroom, 1 bath home has hardwood floors and recently updated HVAC (2014 ) and roof (2021). The light filled main level features an open concept living and dining room with recessed lighting.”
  • 2905 13th Street NW #3 — $509,900 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Rhiannon Swanson
    “Here is your chance to get into one of the best neighborhoods in the city! Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo in the heart of it all. Charming walk up brownstone 4 unit building.”

Get Your Home Professionally Cleaned — Without Harsh Chemicals

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Well-Paid Maids, the District’s only living-wage home cleaning company, is committed to using safe, eco-friendly products.

In the spirit of full transparency, the company lists the specific cleaning products on its website. Each has been rated “low concern” or “lowest concern” from the Environmental Working Group, a leading organization that researches and rates products based on health and sustainability.

Clients are happy with this choice, too. Yelp reviewer J.O. said:

“…the eco-products smell like a day spa and don’t linger (unlike harsher cleaners). With a small child and pets, it’s really important that our house isn’t getting bombarded with chemicals, and the products they use clean just as well!”

Elle V. wrote:

“…when they’re done, my house doesn’t smell like a chemical bomb went off. It’s just CLEAN.”

Of course, Well-Paid Maids is committed to providing clients the best experience — but they also look after their employees.

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A Walk-a-Thon That is Much More Than a Walk

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For nearly 40 years, La Clinica has provided culturally and linguistically appropriate clinical, mental health, substance use, community health programs and interpretation services to thousands of Latinx immigrants across the DMV.

On April 1, our 3rd annual Walk-a-Thon for Health will kick off, where each step we make individually and collectively affirms a more inclusive health system!

Heading out to go on a walk, why not make it count?

Bring along your friends, family and coworkers and join us by registering below. We promise a fun, interactive walking experience that is good for your health and good for your community!

Register at www.lcdp.org/walk.

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National Cathedral Celebrates Holy Week with Mendelssohn’s Elijah

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The majestic Washington National Cathedral celebrates Palm Sunday with the dramatic retelling of the life of the prophet Elijah and the epic return of the Jewish people to Israel, Sunday, April 10, at 4 p.m.

The Washington National Cathedral Choir and Baroque Orchestra will bring Felix Mendelssohn’s famed oratorio Elijah, Op. 70 to vivid life in the acoustically ideal gothic nave of the historic Cathedral. Soloists from the Cathedral’s Great Choir, accompanied by the Baroque Orchestra, will enliven the beginning of Holy Week with selections including, “Lord, bow thine ear to hear our prayer” and “He, Watching Over Israel.”

The briskly paced oratorio, which premiered in 1846, is considered one of the composer’s masterpieces, rivaling Handel’s Messiah in its celebratory powers. The seven-story-high vaulted ceilings of the Cathedral, the sixth-largest in the world, will reverberate with Mendelssohn’s majestic music and prepare spectators for the splendors of Holy Week.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: April 6

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

Featured Property of the Week: 1509 Girard Street NE

“Welcome to this brick with stone details detached Tudor home in Brookland with 4 bedrooms (3 upstairs), 3 full baths and 2 half baths, surrounded by mature trees. Notice details like the beautiful wood trim in the foyer and living room, curved archways, the wood stove insert in the brick surround fireplace in the living room, hardwood floors throughout much of the home, a partially finished basement with plenty of storage space, and ample closets throughout the house. Updates include the renovated kitchen with quartz counters and stainless appliances, replacement windows, polished hardwood floors, and new carpet in the main level primary bedroom. This property includes a second, adjacent lot to give a large side yard in addition to the spacious flagstone patio at the back of the house. There is a one-car side load garage plus space for one more car in the driveway. Sold as-is, this house is ready for your personal touches and you will be thrilled to find this size of house and lot in the District.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a large 5 BR/5 FB/2 HB Wesley Heights Colonial with 6,100+ square feet spread across 4 levels and features 3 fireplaces, a 2-car garage, and a gorgeous backyard with an outdoor kitchen, shower and a saltwater pool — all for just under $4M.
  • “This gorgeous, two-level condo in Uptown’s hottest new development — Historic Walter Reed — features the conveniences of modern city living with the creature comforts you have been looking for. This one bedroom plus den condo boasts an open-concept kitchen and living room, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, smart home technology, and solid wood floors throughout the entire main level.”
  • This “large detached 4 BR/3 BA home in Petworth” with “beautiful hardwood floors on both levels, handsome staircase to upper level and leaded transom above front entrance” needs to be updated, “but has good bones and great curb appeal – perfect for buyers looking to invest sweat equity or developer seeking to upgrade and re-sell.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 3 BR/2 BA detached home on a corner lot in Deanwood that is literally falling down, but the good news is the next-door neighbor is renovating so the block is already seeing a facelift.

Ready for Your Next Apartment?

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Welcome to Glover Park’s newest apartment building, Define Glover!

Located at 2210 Wisconsin Avenue NW, in the heart of Glover Park, Define Glovers offers pet friendly, modern studios, 1- and 2-bedroom units starting at $1,995. You and your friends can also enjoy monument and Cathedral views from the expansive rooftop lounge at one of the highest parts of D.C. Hello, 4th of July fireworks?!

Lucky tenants will be able to take advantage of the recently opened Whole Foods and Trader Joes a few steps away. Define Glover is also conveniently located a short walk from Georgetown University, shops and the Georgetown waterfront.

Units are leasing quickly!

Reach out to our fantastic management team here to schedule a private tour and find your next apartment today!

Coffee With Coleman: Will Interest Rate Hikes Change the Housing Market?

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Welcome to Coffee with Coleman! I’m John Coleman, and in this feature, I’ll cover real estate topics in fun and easy-to-digest video breakdowns. If there’s a topic you are interested in hearing more about, feel free to comment on the video and/or reach out to me directly.

Interest rates are rapidly changing and everyone hates it, but is it going to fundamentally change the market?

That’s what we discuss today!

Most Thursdays I host a live stream at 6 pm to cover a lot of the nuts and bolts of the home buying process. Signup here to learn more: www.learntobuydc.com

Get Educated! Real Estate Buying Strategies April 23

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The Real Estate Market is HOT and it’s time for you to get educated!

Please join our First Time Home Buyer Workshop on Saturday, April 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Be apart of the generation that’s building equity and wealth through homeownership.

Learn mortgage loan options with local lender Alex Jaffe. ⁠Also, receive the best strategies for making winning offers from our GreenLine Real Estate agents, Regina Gloster and Jeremiah Olugbuyi.

Our workshops are virtual and free of charge. A Zoom link to our webinar will be available to those who sign up. For more information and registration please visit GreenLineRE.com/homebuyerworkshop.

No obligation to buy… only to learn.

Don’t forget to check out our Home Buying Tips Blog for home buying tips and money saving strategies.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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Today’s no joke, there are 310+ open houses scheduled across the District alone this weekend. Once you get your pranks out of the way, take a look at our favorite open houses listed below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 633 A Street SE — $2,749,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Sheila Hansen
    “An inspired design orchestrated $1M+ gut renovation of a gracious turreted Victorian beauty with over 3,500 sq. ft. of living area in a most coveted LOCATION. No expense was spared, No refined detail overlooked, no corners cut, no compromises on quality.”
  • 7227 Georgia Avenue NW #17-A — $414,900 — Brightwood
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Jason Lallis
    “This gorgeous, two-level condo in Uptown’s hottest new development — Historic Walter Reed — features the conveniences of modern city living with the creature comforts you have been looking for. Situated directly across from the upcoming Whole Foods in Brightwood, this one bedroom plus den condo boasts an open-concept kitchen and living room, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, smart home technology, and solid wood floors throughout.”
  • 616 20th Street NE — $599,900 — Kingman Park
    Open Sun. 1:30-3:30 p.m. — Rebecca Love
    “Want a single-family home for the price (or less!) of a condo, look no further than 616 20th Street NE! Fully renovated home with a gorgeous chef’s kitchen with hand-picked granite countertops, half bathroom on main level and two full bathrooms upstairs.”
  • 1401 Carrollsburg Place SW — $1,195,000 — Navy Yard
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Lisa Dubois-Headley
    “Fabulous 3-level Federal Style Row House in Southwest D.C. — Nats Park, Audi Field, and The Yards are at your doorstep! This gorgeous renovated/updated 4 BR/2.5 BA home features large windows and hardwood floors throughout.”
  • 3517 13th Street NW #201 — $679,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Dina Paxenos
    “Move right into this spacious and bright 2bed/2bath condo with garage parking before the rush. From the soaring ceiling heights to the open layout and privacy (201 shares the 2nd floor with just one neighbor), this is a guaranteed buyer pleaser.”
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