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Join local DC startup cove for the Launch Party of their newest neighborhood workspace in Dupont Circle on Wednesday, November 15 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at 1666 Connecticut Ave NW. There will be food from Luke’s Lobster and Popped. Republic, music and giveaways from partners at Getaround and Via. RSVP at cove.is/dupont.

Cove Dupont is the DC-based startup’s most spacious location that opened this month, just north of the Circle. It’s the latest addition to cove’s network of neighborhood workspaces, geared for productivity and built for people who need a place to get things done outside the house, and away from the crowded coffee shop or sea of office cubes.

Cove has been building workspaces across DC and Boston for the last few years. Having already tested the waters out in Dupont Circle in September 2013, cove has finally returned to the Circle with 5,000 sq. ft. and floor-to-ceiling windows that stretch across its storefront on Connecticut Ave.

The beautifully designed workspace features plenty of seating in both quiet and social areas, high speed fiber internet, private call spaces and meeting rooms, a large event space, speciality coffee, beverages, snacks and tons of natural light. Basically where you want to be, and where you want to work.

RSVP for the Launch Party at cove.is/dupont, and sign up for your free trial visit at cove Dupont today at cove.is/locations/dc/dupont.

This weekly column is written and sponsored by D.C. real estate agent and Edgewood resident Jessica Evans. Email her questions at  [email protected].

In this fast paced and competitive DC housing market, buying is a challenge in itself without adding in the extra variable of selling a home at the same time. Sure, in an ideal world, you would be able to keep both your old home and buy a new one, but the DC real estate market strikes again and for many this is not financially feasible (or maybe you don’t want to experience the joys of being a landlord).

When selling and buying, timing is everything and advance planning is your best bet for a successful move, without having to move more than once. There is no one size fits all solution to this challenge but there are a few options to consider:

Option 1: Sell first, then buy. This usually includes an extended settlement date or rent back on the sale, to allow time to purchase.

Pros: you will have any proceeds from your sale to apply to your purchase. You won’t be stuck with 2 housing payments at the same time if it takes longer than expected to sell your home.

Cons: You will have a limited amount of time to find the home that you want to buy and ratify a contract (usually 2-4 weeks). There is a risk of not finding a home, or not ratifying a contract, in which case you may find yourself making sacrifices that you didn’t intend to make, or opting for a plan B of a temporary housing arrangement. (more…)

This column is written and sponsored by Alan Lescht and Associates, PC, an employment litigation firm in Washington, DC, that handles cases involving contract disputes, wage and hour issues, discrimination and retaliation, wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation and security clearances.

New employees are frequently faced with a bundle of papers that they must sign when starting a new job. This may include a mandatory arbitration agreement, which could be buried in a lengthy employment handbook. If you are faced with signing an arbitration agreement, or have already signed one with your employer, it is important to read and understand the agreement and the rights you may be giving up.

What is an arbitration agreement?

Arbitration agreements limit an employee’s right to go to court in the event that a conflict arises that falls under the scope of the agreement. Instead of filing a lawsuit in court, an employee must file a demand for arbitration, where a neutral arbitrator will be appointed, review the evidence presented and decide on the outcome of the conflict. If the arbitrator decides the case in favor of the employee, he or she will also make a finding on damages.

What are the pros and cons of arbitration?

Employers frequently favor arbitration agreements because it is a less expensive alternative to litigating a conflict in court. Employers also view arbitration as more predictable, as a trained legal professional, oftentimes a lawyer or judge, will decide the outcome of a case rather than a jury.

Arbitration may also be more cost-effective for employees, and will likely mean a quicker result than if the employee litigated his or her case in court. However, in arbitration the employee will likely be limited in his or her ability to engage in discovery, which is extremely valuable in employment cases. (more…)

This weekly column is written and sponsored by D.C. real estate agent and Edgewood resident Jessica Evans. Email her questions at  [email protected].

As we enter November, we’re starting to see late fall price reductions and some great deals. This week I am highlighting 4 homes that have the highly sought after 3 bedroom/2 bathrooms (or more) that offer the ideal space and layout for many buyers.

519 Lebaum St SE | Congress Heights| $410,000

East end DC continues to win with affordable, newly renovated, single family homes and this one is no exception. With a huge master suite and fully fenced back yard, this home offers suburban amenities in a close in urban location — 1 block from the St Elizabeths East redevelopment and 0.7 miles from Congress Heights Metro station.

1400 Longfellow St NW #T1 | 16th Street Heights | $379,000

This one level, 3 bedroom, 3 full bathroom condo is move in ready and offers an amazing amount of space for this price and location. Renovated in 2007, with in unit washer dryer, and a separate exterior entrance. Located across from Moreland’s Tavern (opening this weekend), Second Wind Crossfit and more, this location has more walkable options in close proximity than you might expect.

3011 Central Ave NE | Woodridge | $445,000

This spacious foursquare is being sold as a short sale but is in great condition with new central AC, furnace and a renovated kitchen. The unfinished basement and attic spaces offer space for future expansion. This home is a great option for a patient buyer looking for a move in ready home for 2018.

1100 Anacostia Rd SE | Penn Branch | $399,000

This fully renovated home is back on the market with a new lower price and has a master suite that you might expect to come with a much higher price tag. Located 1.5 miles from the Potomac Ave metro, it is easily accessible to Capitol Hill and downtown DC.

Want to see more? Check out all of the available 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom homes in DC for less than $450,000 here.