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Commission a Watercolor Portrait of Your Dog and Support Logan Circle Main Street

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Commission a Watercolor Portrait of your dog and support Logan Circle Main Street!

Sign up to have your furry friend painted by @elizabeth_draws as part of the Dog Days of Summer Sidewalk Sale.

Watercolor portraits will be painted by Elizabeth Graeber on Saturday, July 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Joybird, 1328 14th Street. The cost is $75 (including a $25 donation to LCMS).

Elizabeth Graeber is a freelance artist and illustrator working with watercolor and gouache paint on paper. She is inspired by color and pattern and enjoys painting a series of things such as birds, plants, food and DOGS!  Her style is reminiscent of a delightful New Yorker cartoon. Elizabeth has created illustrations Alice + Olivia, Whole Foods, Warby Parker, Edible DC and the Washington Post.

The cost is $75 (including a $25 donation to Logan Circle Main Street). Donations will be used to support the Mid-City Dog Days Summer Sidewalk Sale which attracts 20,000 people annually.

The Custom Pet Portraits with Elizabeth Graeber is organized by District Bridges’ Logan Circle Main Street. District Bridges is a nonprofit organization with a mission to enrich neighborhood vitality by bridging community engagement and economic development opportunities so individuals, businesses, and organizations can thrive together. District Bridges offers a broad range of small business technical assistance, neighborhood development and consulting services.

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Life Hack #4: Car Repair and Maintenance Without Leaving Home

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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 reasonable prices. (Including a crazy special on your first oil change. It’s just $20.22. No catch. Seriously. It even covers synthetic oil.) Every appointment includes a FREE valet pick-up and return.

Here’s how it works:

  • Schedule online for any service for any kind of car.
  • A valet picks it up at your house or office and brings it to their full-service shop.
  • They communicate via video and photos so you get to see — and approve — all work.
  • The valet returns your car to you.

It sounds too good to be true, but with hundreds of happy customer reviews including the recent one below, this looks to be the real deal.

This is the second time I have used CarCare To Go, once for brake replacement and maintenance work, and just recently for interior detailing. I could not be more pleased with the quality of work and the service on both occasions. The pricing is transparent and very highly competitive. The car was picked up from my home and delivered back with no hassle. Everything was on time and with reminders and updates all along the way. I was able to go about my day working at home as normal without any disruption or inconvenience. Getting my car repaired, serviced and cleaned has never been easier. I highly recommend this group and plan to keep CarCare To Go as my “go to” auto service center. — Cynthia S.

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

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: July 13

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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: 241 K Street NE

“241 K is at the heart of NoMa, H Street and The Hill. You get that urban feel with a blend of historic charm without sacrificing modern luxuries. Close to Union Market and La Cosecha, Giant, Wholefoods, Harris Teeter, Trader Joes, REI, restaurants, coffee shops, bars and Downtown! Welcome home to this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home, great for entertaining with a large open living area, rustic exposed brick walls, a half bath on the main floor, a grand front yard, French Doors to the private back patio with encased blinds for light and privacy. A spacious owner’s suite and two glorious bedrooms with a 2nd full bathroom upstairs. In the back you have a private patio, a RiverSmart rain barrel to help keep our rivers clean and parking for 2 cars! Blocks to the dog park, museums, the Capitol, Senate buildings, the Supreme Court, DC Streetcar, NoMa metro station, Union Station, Amtrak and so MUCH MORE!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6 BR/8 FB/1 HB contemporary Foxhall Village/Berkely home built in 2016 with 11k+ total square feet spread across 4 levels and features a 2-car garage, sauna, home gym, fully automated smart features, 2 screened-in porches and a gorgeous backyard with patio and swimming pool — all for $9.75M.
  • “Don’t miss this beautiful home located in Petworth! This wonderful 3 bedroom and 2 full bath property boasts gleaming hardwood floors on the main and upper level. It also features an attached upper and lower back bedroom and lower level interior porch space.”
  • This 2 BR/2 BA “is a charming and perfectly located [Mt. Vernon] condo with an enormous living room [that] has space to entertain friends, play with your dog, sprawl yourself out, or get away from your cohabitants.”
  • Your Bankruptcy Property of the Week is a 2 BR/2.5 BA 2-story condo unit in the U Street neighborhood being sold AS-IS with offers due August 9th.

Coffee With Coleman: What to Know When Becoming a Landlord for the First Time

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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.

Most Thursdays I host a livestream at 6 p.m. to cover a lot of the nuts and bolts of the home-buying process. Sign up here to learn more: www.learntobuydc.com. 

Well-Paid Maids Discusses Workplace Flexibility With The Department of Labor

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On June 23, U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Marty Walsh and business leaders met to discuss a timely topic: flexibility in the workplace.

Amongst the panelists was someone you may be familiar with: Aaron Seyedian, owner of Well-Paid Maids here in D.C.

Of course, many workplaces are remote or hybrid right now, but a cleaning company like Well-Paid Maids requires in-person work, so Aaron provided insights on how he provides flexibility for employees.

For one, Well-Paid Maid employees can work flexible schedules. This was true even before the pandemic. For example, a Muslim employee takes Friday off for prayer. Aaron also allows flexibility for child care. During the summer months, some parents move to part-time schedules so they can spend more time with their kids.

“It sounds mundane, right?” Aaron said during the panel. “You tell your employer when you can work. But in a lot of blue-collar industries, it’s not respected.”

Aaron sees these flexible policies as an investment in his employees. For instance, when an employee moves to part-time during the summer, that’s technically a net loss for the business, since he’s providing benefits to a part-time employee. But this time off boosts workplace morale and increases retention. It pays off for the rest of the year, he explains.

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Tri Pointe Homes Aims to Make a Statement with Brookland Grove Community

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New-to-D.C. award-winning home builder unveils first neighborhood: Brookland Grove.

The “new kid on the block” actually is building the block. Tri Pointe Homes, one of the fastest-growing premium homebuilders in the country, is unveiling its first Washington, D.C., community of three- and four-level townhomes that are intended to make a great first impression — for the homes as well as the builder — in the vibrant Brookland neighborhood, just blocks from the Brookland/CUA Metro Station.

Brookland Grove brings to D.C. the “life inspired” luxury designs that are perfected by a unique finishing program, offering homebuyers carefully curated styles and finishes to personalize their dream home in the Tri Pointe Homes Design Studio. The new homes range from 2,086-square-feet to 2,169-square-feet, with three or four bedrooms, 2.5 to 3.5 baths and available rooftop terraces. One or two-bay garage parking is included.

The new neighborhood, located at 436 Holmwood Drive, NE, fits seamlessly into historic Brookland, adding to the undeniable vibe that already exists. With a creative mix of neighborhood amenities, including shops and restaurants, The ArtsWalk, Dance Place and Metropolitan Branch Trail, it’s time to follow your heart and feed your soul at Brookland Grove.

“We’ve been waiting for this moment and now we’re entering the D.C. real estate market in one of the most energetic neighborhoods at Brookland Grove,” says Brad Blank, president of Tri Pointe Homes D.C. Metro Division. “Our life-inspired homes are designed in the very same spirit as this neighborhood, with a uniqueness that fits right into the creative landscape.”

Tri Pointe Homes, named 2019 “Builder of the Year” by Builder and Developer Magazine, will deliver Brookland Grove homes this year.

Join us for a Muddy Boots Tour on Sunday, July 17 from noon-4 p.m. or schedule your own on-site or virtual tour today. Townhomes are now selling from the low $900s and will be available for move-in this year. Call 240-559-5079 to speak with one of our New Home Specialists.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We’re back on the normal summer open house grind with 330+ slated across the District this weekend. If you have the energy to endure the D.C. swampiness and heat, it’s still a good time to find your new home before interest rates rise any further. Take a look at our suggested open houses below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 624 Pickford Place NE — $850,000 — Capitol Hill/H Street
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Metro DC Houses
    “Nestled on a quiet one way street in the heart of Capitol Hill, the property boasts a 2-story window that casts light throughout the property. With 2 bed, 1.5 bath it has everything a penthouse condo would have less the condo fees. The private oasis of a yard is perfect for entertaining and just blocks from bustling H Street, which has everything from award winning restaurants to grocery and even gritty to fancy workout options. Both bedrooms feature good closet space and the main level open floor concept is airy while still allowing for a natural feel of room space because of the layout. There is a wood burning fireplace and the kitchen has everything one needs with stainless steel appliances: stove, refrigerator, built-in microwave and dishwasher. There is a full size washer and dryer and the property has central HVAC. The neighborhood has parks with basketball and tennis courts. While it is within steps of Union Station, because the street is only one block long, it is extremely quiet and most of the foot traffic is for individuals that live on this small enclave on the Hill.”
  • 608 Quincy Street NW — $875,000 — Petworth/Park View
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Ashley Brudowsky
    “Welcome home to this stunning, fully renovated row house on one of the most charming blocks in Park View. It boasts gorgeous hardwood floors, updated kitchen and baths, a newer roof (2018), and parking! It’s a city dweller’s dream with a walk score of 92. It’s located a mere two blocks from the Petworth metro, along with being surrounded by local favorites such as Call Your Mother, Timber Pizza, Magpie & Tiger, Honeymoon Chicken & Reliable Tavern. This is the one you’ve been waiting for.”
  • 5009 Astor Place SE — $614,999 — Marshall Heights
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Tumi Demuren
    PRICE REDUCTION on this 4 BR/3.5BA “newly constructed [3 level] townhouse” with a fenced-in backyard, wet bar, storage room, and wide plank hardwood flooring throughout.
  • 1823 Newton Street NW #209 — $790,000 — Mount Pleasant
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Jack Wang
    “2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a half bath, and parking for 2 cars. As you enter this gorgeous 2 level unit, you are greeted with real hardwood flooring throughout, tons of natural light and move in ready condition.”
  • 212 16th Street SE — $939,000 — Hill East
    Open Sat. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Andres Serafini
    BACK ON THE MARKET is this “totally renovated row-home in the heart of Hill East. This elegant residence was completely gutted and reimagined with a contemporary blend of modern finishes. Enjoy a thoughtful floor plan including 1,860+ sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, private parking, reimagined front porch, and 2 decks off the back.”
  • 1940 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,199,900 — U Street Corridor
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Joe Himali
    “This end-unit row home offers an airy and contemporary 1,650 square foot open plan with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and two flexible den/office spaces. The entry opens to a magnificent and sun flooded open living and dining area, highlighted by a southeastern facing bay window.”

Unveiling at City Ridge DC!

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Join us this Saturday, July 9 for a full day of FREE activities at our Unveiling Celebration!

We will be kicking off the day at 9 a.m. with an outdoor Wimbledon Watch Party on the Great Lawn. In the afternoon, relax with a beverage at the Rosé Garden, grab a fresh flower bouquet from the Blue Ribbon Floral Truck, listen to live music or enjoy a variety of lawn games, face painting, bubble art and more.

Plus, you can sign up for a tour with our City Ridge team for a look at our community!

Don’t miss this unveiling of our signature City Ridge sculpture at 4 p.m. and to close out the festivities, we’ll be hosting a viewing of “Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark” on the Great Lawn.

We can’t wait to celebrate the opening of City Ridge with all of you. For registration and event details, click here — and be sure to share your favorite Unveiling moments with us by tagging @cityridgedc!

Why Well-Paid Maids is the Best Cleaning Company for Remote Workers

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Photo via Leanne Walker/flickr

For many remote workers, a messy home is distracting.

You’re getting pulled into meetings and your Slack messages are blowing up — but your floors are begging for a vacuum, the kitchen demands scrubbing, and the laundry is calling your name.

You basically spend every waking hour in your home, so it’d be nice to get it professionally cleaned — but is that doable when you work from home?

The short answer: Yes!

Well-Paid Maids is the best cleaning company for remote workers in the D.C. area. Here’s why:

  • Book an appointment for an exact time, not in hours-long estimated windows, so you can schedule a cleaning around your Zoom calls.
  • They send one person — not an entire team — who can easily work around your needs.
  • You can personalize your cleanings. If you don’t want your den cleaned because you’ve set up shop there, just let them know!
  • They only use eco-friendly cleaning products. No harsh chemicals mean you can stay focused (and not choke on fumes).

Plus, Well-Paid Maids is the only living-wage cleaning company in D.C. so you can feel good about supporting the cause. Employees earn at least $22 an hour and get a full range of benefits, including 22 paid days off per year and insurance.

Book your cleaning online so you can finally focus on work!

Real Estate Fresh Finds: July 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: 50 Florida Avenue NE #725

“No doubt one of THE BEST units in the stylish ‘Lexicon’! This near-new luxury condo is sure to impress. Unbeatable, unobstructed city views. Natural light flows in through a wall of majestic floor-to-ceiling windows, lighting up the beautiful “Oak mist” hardwood floors and inviting you to take in the spectacular scenery. Rested on the most sought after tier of the building with extra-high ceilings. The spacious open floor plan opens to a large private balcony that’s perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy preparing meals with upgraded state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances, “Glacier white” quartz counters, white cabinetry and an island decorated with custom wall paper. The two master suites offer space, privacy, and their own full baths with frameless glass shower doors and “Stereo Gray” ceramic tile. BR #1 has a walk in closet and bath with jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The unit is complete with a convenient washer/dryer. The building amenities are second to none and include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, business center, 24-hour concierge, extra storage and a secure underground garage parking space. Awesome location in the heart of D.C.’s desirable Eckington neighborhood. within walking distance of galleries, museums, boutiques, bars and restaurants and the NoMa- Gallaudet Metro Station. You’ll have a fabulous city lifestyle and will love coming home!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 3 BR/3.5 BA luxury unit at the Westlight in West End with 3k sq. ft. that features floor-to-ceiling windows, a gorgeous onyx and quartz kitchen, multiple walk-in closets, and a ton of building amenities including a fitness center, clubroom and rooftop pool — all for $7.45M.
  • “Welcome home to this stunning, fully renovated row house on one of the most charming blocks in Park View. It boasts gorgeous hardwood floors, updated kitchen and baths, a newer roof (2018), and parking!”
  • This Petworth “investor notice” estate sale is a 4 BR end-unit rowhome with 2,500 sq. ft. is being “sold as-is, major renovation needed.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is the main level 1 BR/1 BA Fannie Mae Homepath Property in Wesley Heights which includes 1 parking space.
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