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Many young professionals take location over space
Some residents select smaller digs like studio or tiny one-bedroom apartments that are less than one-third of the area's median-size home, but learn to make the most of them.
Housewatch
The biggest bang for your energy buck
Texas architects Peter Pfeiffer and Betsy del Monte have devised an "Energy Use Pyramid" that helps clients determine what energy-saving strategies give the most for their money.
Where We Live
Southbridge grows up despite setbacks
With 1,543 homes spread over 600 acres, Southbridge on the Potomac tries many different routes to build a sense of community.
Home & Garden
House Calls
Heather Gleason of Takoma Park wants to transform her foyer into a brighter, more beautiful space without sacrificing functionality.
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Blog: Local Address
Mortgage rates at record low and The Weekend Poll
December 04, 2009
INTEREST RATES on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages hit a new low of 4.71 percent this week, according to Freddie Mac. That's an incredibly low rate, and the chance to lock it in for three decades is probably a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. REAL ESTATE LIVE CHAT: We're going a bit off-schedule with the online chats this month so we can squeeze two in without tripping over holidays. The next chat will be TODAY, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m. As always, you're welcome to send in your comments or questions ahead of time. WEEKEND READING: In Saturday's Real Estate section we will introduce several Washington residents who are making the most out of truly tiny living spaces. The Weekend Poll poll by twiigs.com This is a non-scientific user poll. Results are not statistically valid and cannot be assumed to reflect the views of Washington Post users as a group or the general population.
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Post Real Estate blogger Elizabeth Razzi answers your questions about the local housing market at 1 p.m. ET.
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