Move here, get paid: Small communities use incentives to beckon workers

Momentum builds amid pandemic on need for talent, increasing population and filling jobs.
  • 5 days ago

New insurance covers structural issues missed by a home inspector

TOWN SQUARE | The policy covers up to $100,000 in repair costs for structural items such as walls, roofs and foundations. For most homes, the policy costs $350.
  • 13 hours ago
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Selecting a kitchen cabinetry design that will endure

Whether you choose knobs or pulls, the hardware you add will protect your cabinetry’s finish from the natural oils on your hands. While this has no impact on the structural integrity of cabinetry, it will certainly keep it looking newer for many more years to come.
  • 1 day ago

Three-bedroom, three-bathroom end-unit townhouse in Annapolis, Md., lists for $375,000

AFFORDABLE HOME OF THE WEEK | The kitchen, which has room for a casual dining table, has stainless-steel appliances, dark wood cabinets, white Corian counters and tile flooring.
  • 1 day ago

Distinguished homes for sale in the D.C. region

The Washington Post's picks of noteworthy residences on the market.
  • 5 days ago

Mortgage rates continue to move sideways

The 30-year fixed average, which has remained below 3 percent the past two months, edged up to 2.87 percent this week.

New sustainable, affordable apartments coming to Bethesda

TOWN SQUARE | Planned amenities for residents include a swimming pool, a club room, a co-working lounge, a fitness center, a dog run, a pet spa and a courtyard with grills, hammocks and an outdoor fireplace.
  • 5 days ago

Retiring? You may want to make a homeownership plan first.

TOWN SQUARE | Some retirees may plan to sell their current home and pay cash for their next property, but experts suggest looking carefully into the pros and cons of that plan.
  • 6 days ago
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Need to repair a trip hazard in your cracked concrete sidewalk? It’s easier than you think.

ASK THE BUILDER | This is the easiest of all repairs, and there’s a good chance you can do this repair yourself in an hour or less.
  • Aug 24

New tool for landlord and tenant emergency assistance

TOWN SQUARE | Rental Assistance Finder connects renters and landlords with the state and local programs that are distributing billions of dollars in federal assistance nationwide to help renters stay housed during the pandemic.
  • Aug 24
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Four things first-time home buyers should know about their credit

It’s important to understand what your credit report represents and what it doesn’t. A credit report tells the story of your individual choices.
  • Aug 23
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It may seem like an unnecessary cost. But title insurance is important, and here’s why.

Title insurance is not a gimmick. You are not buying a newspaper. You’re making a sizable investment, so protect yourself.
  • Aug 23

Two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in Falls Church, Va., lists for $379,900

AFFORDABLE HOME OF THE WEEK | Built in 1987, the gated condo complex includes indoor and outdoor pools, a business center, meeting and party rooms, tennis courts, a fitness center, a sauna, concierge services and on-site conveniences such as a personal trainer, a florist and dry cleaning.
  • Aug 23
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