So, you want to remodel. One question many have is: How much, if anything, should I do, and will it be a net gain financially? More important: What are the areas on which I need to focus? At DCRegionRealestate.com, we’ve already warned that sellers can’t expect to get all their money back for every upgrade. However, when you do make those improvements for your own enjoyment, … [Read more...] about Architect Advice Part 1: Make Smart Remodel Choices!
Home and Lifestyle
Don’t Miss the Del Ray House & Garden Tour Saturday, May 10
The Del Ray Citizens Association will hold the biennial Del Ray House & Garden Tour on May 10, featuring homes built as early as the 1940s, as well as more modern representations from the area. The tour is self-guided and runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Tickets are $25, and may be purchased online, at Del Ray Variety, located at 203 E Custis Ave. in … [Read more...] about Don’t Miss the Del Ray House & Garden Tour Saturday, May 10
Mega ‘Man Cave’ Masterpieces
According to Merriam-Webster, a "man cave" is "a room or space (as in a basement) designed according to the taste of the man of the house to be used as his personal area for hobbies and leisure activities." Well, over at Home Stratosphere, you can see how some people have taken that simple concept and gone wild. … [Read more...] about Mega ‘Man Cave’ Masterpieces
Discover Art in Architecture at Hollin Hills Home Tour
The Hollin Hills Civic Association will host the 2014 House & Garden Tour for the celebrated mid-century modern community May 3 and provide an up-close look at post-war artistic expression. The day begins with a lecture at the Hollin Meadows Elementary School cafeteria (2310 Nordok Place, Alexandria, 22306) at 11 a.m. entitled “Early Goodman Architecture and Influences … [Read more...] about Discover Art in Architecture at Hollin Hills Home Tour
Home Inspection Part 5: Resolve Runs, Drips, and Other Plumbing Issues
An unscientific look at recent home inspections that we at D.C. Region Real Estate have observed reveals that a good number of plumbing issues—whether it's one of our listings or a home we're helping someone purchase—should be fixed long before an inspection even occurs. Oftentimes, they're small, inexpensive fixes that can save you a lot of time and effort when you're … [Read more...] about Home Inspection Part 5: Resolve Runs, Drips, and Other Plumbing Issues
