Living in Northern Virginia

June 3, 2019

4 Best IB Schools in Northern Virginia

The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is an intellectually-rigorous academic system available at school levels for all children across the world. Based in Switzerland, the IB program offers a stimulating, enriching international education, culminating in an IB Diploma for graduating high school students that is recognized with favor at the best ...

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May 30, 2019

A Pool Sounds Great, But How About the Reality?

Oh, to swim in a crystal-clear, sparkling pool during these hot months of summer! It’s every homeowner’s dream. But, unless you have had a pool before, you probably don’t know what you are getting yourself into if you buy a pool home. Basically, the care and maintenance of a pool ...

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May 28, 2019

When It's NOT Better to Donate

When you are cleaning out your house during annual decluttering, you probably set aside a large amount of stuff to donate. No matter your charity of choice (Goodwill, Salvation Army, local places), giving gently-used stuff to people in need is a great thing to do… and it’s tax-deductible! Donating clothing ...

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May 22, 2019

Don't Let Your Summer Vacation Get Ruined by a Vacation Home Scam

Summer is in its first blush. School is about to let out, and everyone’s thoughts are turning towards warmer weather… and summer vacation! Most families will take the opportunity for a getaway during the warm months, and many already have booked their accommodations. In this day and age, lodgings have ...

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May 21, 2019

3 Ways to Upgrade Your Outdoor Space This Summer

Summer is finally here, and we couldn’t be more excited! With the warmer weather comes open windows, swimsuits… and more time in your backyard or other outdoor space. We have the tips you need to make sure that your patio, garden, lanai, or yard is as welcoming as the inside ...

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April 26, 2019

Before You Lease on Airbnb... Think These Things Over

Nowadays, it’s rare to find a person who hasn’t heard of Airbnb. It can be tempting, if you have an extra room in your house or you split your residency between two different locations, to think hosting is a great option for you. After all, you are essentially getting paid ...

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April 10, 2019

Save Money, Space, and Hassle With These Nursery Tips

Becoming a parent is an expensive prospect. You've likely already bought your home with a family in mind (or you're thinking in that direction!), and all you need to do is walk into Buy Buy Baby or the infants’ section of Target and prepare to be overwhelmed by ...

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March 28, 2019

3 Home Improvement Fails that Could Cost You Big Time

Homeowners DIY projects for a number of reasons. Some genuinely enjoy getting their hands dirty and being able to say that they contributed to the value of their home. Most, however, undertake home improvement projects by themselves to save money. In theory, this is a great idea. With a little ...

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March 19, 2019

Keep Your Home Marie Kondo Tidy With 4 Easy Maintenance Tasks

With the popularity of Marie Kondo’s Netflix show and the nationwide craze of “tidying up” in full swing, a lot of people are deep-cleaning their homes like there’s no tomorrow. For most of us, this kind of sweeping home cleaning job is a once-, maybe twice-a-year undertaking. But the reality ...

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March 15, 2019

Have a Septic Tank? Look Out for These 4 Signs of Trouble

A septic tank that’s well-maintained and used correctly can have a lifespan of thirty years or more. At the same time, however, there are plenty of places where things can go wrong. The fact that the whole system is underground means that assessing potential issues with your septic system can ...

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