The D.C., Maryland and Virginia housing markets have been among the strongest seller’s markets in the country for some time now, meaning that there tend to be more buyers than new listings for sale.
With the coronavirus scaring some sellers out of the typically strong spring housing market, that trend has only intensified. Even now, many homes are getting multiple offers and the market is competitive. How do you stand out in a crowd of qualified and motivated buyers?
Cleaning promotes a well-kept appearance of your home, but did you know having a clean home and space is also beneficial to our health and the health of our home? There are many benefits to a clean home that will help your immune system prosper and Maid Bright can help.
Here are the top benefits of having a clean home:
Reduce Allergies and Illness
A clean home is one way to keep allergies at bay especially during high allergy season. Regular cleaning can be impactful on common allergens such as dust, pollen and pet dander. These allergens can build up in our homes, particularly on our bedding and upholstery over time if they are not washed properly leading to worsened allergic responses.
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: 517 13th Street NE
“Feel instantly at home in this warm, inviting, light-filled corner property. It is situated in the heart of D.C.’s historic Emerald Street neighborhood and close to Lincoln Park and H Street NE. This spacious 3,000 SF home offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bath over 3 floors. It draws you in from the grand double door front entrance to its light filled main floor with living and dining rooms, half-bath, chef’s kitchen connected to a side patio for outdoor dining and access to a fully finished basement apartment.”
“Completely renovated and truly a labor of love, all construction and design details were thoughtfully executed to provide a worry free, low maintenance home. Renovated by the current owners, with all new mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, oak hardwood floors throughout and a chef’s kitchen with a 9.5 ft island perfect for entertaining. More details unfold throughout the house, from exposed brick walls, solid wood interior doors, handpicked marble and porcelain tiles, oversized showers and extensive built in storage throughout.”
“Upstairs you will find three spacious and light filled bedrooms and two bathrooms. Basement is configured as a one-bedroom apartment with full bath, kitchen and full size washer/dryer, its own heating and AC and connecting stairs to upper levels with a fireproof door. As-is, the unit can be used for great flex space for both AirBnB and personal use.”
For professionals on the rise, an MBA is a key credential. But while an MBA may help launch the next stage of a career, few are willing to put everything on hold to obtain one. Staying on top of course work while holding down a job and meeting personal obligations is challenging at best.
“Students nowadays aren’t willing to go to school to earn an MBA on a full-time basis and forego the economic benefits of a full-time job,” says Dr. Parviz Ghandforoush, Associate Dean for Graduate Programs at Virginia Tech’s Pamplin College of Business.
That’s one of the reasons why business schools like Pamplin have developed an alternative: hybrid MBA program options that combine the flexibility of online courses with the in-person interaction of a traditional MBA.
Online collaboration and discussion modules give students flexibility to access coursework whenever and wherever they are located. In-person class lectures offer hands-on learning, face-to-face discussions and substantive interaction with instructors and classmates.
As D.C. extends the quarantine orders, we extend our virtual open house offerings! We continue to encourage digital-only tours and showings. We have selected another batch of our favorite “virtual showings” with 3D tours, videos or both 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.
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: 1451 Belmont Street NW #217
“One of the largest floorplans in the Fedora with almost 1,300 square feet, this home has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den, garage parking and storage unit on site. Corner unit has 2 exposures, new hardwood floors just installed and brand new plantation blinds. Open living/dining area has crown molding. The master bedroom has a bathroom with double vanity and a walk-in closet. The balcony overlooks a beautiful, secure courtyard with grills and a fire pit. The building has a daytime concierge, lounge with bar & television for entertaining guests, bike storage and roof deck with amazing views of downtown D.C., the Capitol and the Monument.”
Other Notable Fresh Listings:
Washington residents and businesses concerned about running short on hard-to-find hand sanitizer will be relieved know that Benji’s Hand Sanitizer is now available in 1-gallon sizes and available for free contactless delivery throughout the region.
A gallon of the sanitizer, which is 70 percent alcohol, is $95 and will be delivered within 24 hours of placing the order. The no-contact home delivery hours are from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week.
Bulk orders for businesses are available by calling 202-952-8432 or emailing [email protected].
As COVID carries on, so does our VIRTUAL open house list! We continue to encourage digital-only tours and showings and have selected another batch of our favorite “virtual showings” with 3D tours, videos or both 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.
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: 431 Jefferson Street NW
“431 Jefferson Street NW welcomes you home! This luxurious 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath Brightwood Park/Petworth row home has been renovated from top to bottom! The main living area’s open floor plan makes it perfect for entertaining and your guests will certainly compliment you on your coffered ceilings, hardwood flooring throughout, quartz countertops and honeycomb backsplash that adds texture to your home design. The designer took extra care when renovating the upper level and turned two smaller rooms into the now luxurious master suite, with a walk-in closet, a second large closet and a large master shower. The basement entertainment space features a family/recreation room; a third bedroom and a third full bath; and brand-new laundry; all leading out to a covered patio space and deep backyard.”
Other Notable Fresh Listings:
With a ~180 new listings in just the District this week, we’re seeing a rate of new listings similar to pre-pandemic numbers which means just because showings are different, doesn’t mean the demand is too. We continue to encourage digital-only tours and showings and have selected another batch of our favorite “virtual showings” with 3D tours, videos or both 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.
