A home renovation that started in the laundry room
Architects reallocated spaces for better flow and used 3-D printing for a unique design touch.
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How an impulse home buy now could hurt your credit later
Before jumping on the bandwagon in a crowded market, it’s important to take stock and assess your financial situation, evolving lifestyle needs and long-term homeownership goals.
Three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family house in Fort Washington, Md., lists for $395,000
AFFORDABLE HOME OF THE WEEK | The house was updated in 2015 with a new roof, kitchen appliances, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, water heater, washer and dryer.
A guide to holiday decorating that will keep you off your HOA’s naughty list
Here's what to know when decorating your home for the holidays if you live in a homeowners association neighborhood.
Selling your home? Don’t forget to stage your bathroom.
TOWN SQUARE | Stay away from any ornate fixtures and wallpaper. The idea is to create a clean canvas and leave the imagination of what’s possible to buyers.
Mortgage rates level off ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday
The 30-year fixed-rate average was unchanged at 3.1 percent this week, remaining above 3 percent for the second week in a row.
New apartments in Southwest Washington to share space with a church
TOWN SQUARE | As part of the development deal for the location at 60 Eye Street SW, Foulger-Pratt will build an approximately 17,000- square-foot church sanctuary for the Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle Assembly on the ground floor of the seven-story building.
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How to find a reliable floor refinisher at a reasonable cost
Checkbook’s undercover shoppers obtained quotes from a sample of area refinishers for sanding and refinishing two rooms totaling 560 square feet. We found enormous company-to-company price differences — for example, from $1,500 to $5,510 for a water-based finish.
New app makes it easier to buy unlisted homes
TOWN SQUARE | The DropOffer app, which is available for buyers by invitation through their real estate agents, provides property information and home valuation estimates on homes that are not on the market. Buyers can submit offers directly to homeowners through the app.
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Factors to help you determine if a long- or short-term apartment lease is best for you
Whether you desire more stability or appreciate a flexible arrangement, both long- and short-term agreements come with their own unique tradeoffs that are important to understand before you sign on the dotted line.
Two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in Woodbridge, Va., lists for $329,500
AFFORDABLE HOME OF THE WEEK | The contemporary-style open floor plan includes a kitchen with Corian counters, 42-inch cabinets and breakfast nook that opens into the living area with a fireplace.
Distinguished homes for sale in the D.C. region
The Washington Post's picks of noteworthy residences on the market.
Mortgage rates propelled higher by rising inflation
Rising inflation caused the 30-year fixed-rate average to move past the 3 percent mark.
Home renovation projects you can tackle for around $20,000
We asked home improvement and real estate experts for advice about how to spend a $20,000 remodeling budget wisely.
Shortage of homes for sale continues to plague housing market
TOWN SQUARE | A recent report by Redfin real estate brokerage found that one-third of homes in more than 400 metro areas went under contract within one week of being listed for sale during the four weeks that ended Oct. 17.
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