A therapist’s guide to your mental wellness in an election season

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A therapist’s guide to your mental wellness in an election season

With consequential presidential debates, an assassination attempt and last-minute candidate turnover, the political climate in the US can seem surreal and overwhelming. The intensity of the intersection of political control and human rights in the US and abroad is palpable. Here in DC, it can all feel like a pressure cooker requiring immediate action.  Here are some ways in which you can care for your own mental health in the face of political uncertainty…

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Understanding the value of transforming your basement into an ADU that generates money [sponsored]

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Understanding the value of transforming your basement into an ADU that generates money [sponsored]

In the dynamic real estate landscape of DC, where homeowners are constantly seeking ways to maximize their property’s value, accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are on the rise. One increasingly popular method involves underpinning the basement or crawl space to create a separate basement apartment. This offers the benefit of adding living space and significant value to your home, as well as adding functionality for an au pair or an in-law suite. Transforming your unused space can also create a revenue stream if you choose to rent out the new apartment and can provide a higher resale value in the future.

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The "perm" you didn’t know you needed

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The "perm" you didn’t know you needed

Yes, that’s right. It’s time for a makeover. A permeable paver makeover!

Permeable pavers benefit the environment and offer several practical advantages to resident, making them a worthwhile investment for your property. They’re part of a larger movement towards green infrastructure and offer a range of environmental benefits that contribute to a healthier city environment and more resilient communities.

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Celebrating 2 years of creating healthy smiles in Petworth

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Celebrating 2 years of creating healthy smiles in Petworth

The journey to open Solstice Smiles Dental was a long and bumpy one, particularly due to the effects of the pandemic that set us back in multiple ways. However, with determination and perseverance, the practice was able to build up their clients over the past two years and create a community where people understand the importance of their oral health.

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FedCity shares how to increase your ROI when selling your home [sponsored]

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FedCity shares how to increase your ROI when selling your home [sponsored]

Our Fed City team helped a local family with an estate sale and getting their home ready to show potential buyers. But the 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo was in disarray, and the estate representative had no idea where to turn. We helped renovate the home and received numerous, high offers. Here’s what we did…

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The Rounds expands grocery delivery by partnering with local small businesses [sponsored]

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The Rounds expands grocery delivery by partnering with local small businesses [sponsored]

How often do you cringe at the amount of single-use plastic in your house? DC startup The Rounds is looking to make last-minute grocery runs and oversized Amazon orders a thing of the past for Petworth residents, all white cutting down on all that packaging waste. The company recently announced expanded delivery areas in DC and is excited about its growing list of local partners, and is offering a special discount to Petworth News readers!

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Even a simple renovation can add a ton of value when you go to sell your home [sponsored]

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Even a simple renovation can add a ton of value when you go to sell your home [sponsored]

The spacious three bedroom, two bath home at 248 Division Avenue NE needed a lot of work.  The owners were looking to sell, and knew they needed help.

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Thinking of buying a home? Check out this interactive home values map

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Thinking of buying a home? Check out this interactive home values map

This map shows the long-term value of a real estate investment. It’s a useful tool if you’re looking to buy, and interesting generally to see how home values have shifted over the years. [Sponsored]

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Struggling after forbearance? It may be time to sell or short sell

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Struggling after forbearance? It may be time to sell or short sell

It’s not a fun topic, but it’s an important one. If you or someone you know is struggling to catch up with mortgage payments after forbearance, now may be the time to sell or short sell your home before the bank initiates foreclosure. You could make a profit on the sale and get out from the high mortgage, or avoid foreclosure and be able to close out your loan. [Sponsored]

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Should I sell my house now… or wait?

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Should I sell my house now… or wait?

You might be wondering if now is still a good time to sell your home. The answer: it depends. If you’ve been considering selling your home but the market has you worried, we’ve outlined some scenarios to help you decide. Here are some questions to ask yourself. (sponsored)

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A look at how real estate is doing — June 2022 snapshot

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A look at how real estate is doing — June 2022 snapshot

Interest rates haven't seemed to put a damper on activity in our area yet. Properly marketed and priced single-family homes easily sell in the first weekend and condos are no exception. So what are “properly priced and marketed homes”? Here’s a look at recent single-family and condo home sales in Petworth, Park View and Shepherd Park.

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What’s up with the real estate market?

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What’s up with the real estate market?

We are surely entering a period of softening demand for more modestly priced homes – but the relative supply of those homes remains quite low. There is still upward pressure on home prices, but that pressure won’t be as significant as it has been over the last couple of years.

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A look at how real estate is doing — May 2022 snapshot

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A look at how real estate is doing — May 2022 snapshot

June will be an interesting month and I look forward to sharing those numbers with you. As you will see, the market determines the value of the home. If it’s priced too low, you will get a six-figure escalation. When priced just right, or a little too high, the market will tell you so. If you need a strategy to buy or sell a home successfully, contact me. Just remember, there is no National real estate market, there are hundreds of thousands of real estate markets in the US.

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A look at how real estate is doing — April 2022 snapshot

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A look at how real estate is doing — April 2022 snapshot

In this sponsored series, local realtor Peter Fortner features a neighborhood in the DMV area and shows how home prices are doing, for comparison’s sake but also for those that might who might be thinking about a move.

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