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Rebates for Energy Efficiency

It is hot right now! One way to “break the heat” is to make your home more energy efficient (I’m sorry, I had to). Here are some available rebates: Source for these images: Capital Area Realtor Magazine, Summer 2023.

Interior Design Trends 2022

Interior Design Trends for 2022 Color of the Year Pantone Color of the Year 2022, Veri PeriBenjamin Moore Color of the Year 2022, October MistSherwin Williams Color of the Year 2002, Evergreen Fog Biophilic Design Nature and a connection to nature is in. Bring more plants into your interior spaces and use natural materials. Natural… Continue reading Interior Design Trends 2022

Life with Otto Leopold the Doberman

Get to know my pal Otto Leopold the Doberman. He is my best friend and the reason I got into the Doberman rescue field in the first place!

How Working from Home due to Covid-19 has Changed What People Want from their Home

When Covid-19 entered our home world in March 2020, we didn’t have any expectations for the longer-term consequences to… well so many things… but also to interior design. Here are a few ways that we have changed what we are looking for: 1. More Closed Spaces/Less Open Concept Open-concept layouts have been desirable for years.… Continue reading How Working from Home due to Covid-19 has Changed What People Want from their Home

Cost of Owning a Home: What is the True Cost of Owning a Home?

What is the true cost of owning a home? Cost of Owning a Home | As a homeowner, it will be important to budget for your ownership costs. Here is a list of some of the most common expenses for you to keep in mind and start developing your budget. Most people who are considering… Continue reading Cost of Owning a Home: What is the True Cost of Owning a Home?

Silver Spring’s Famous People

Did you know that Silver Spring is known for more than just its grand trees and parks? In this episode of Saving DMV, we’re going to talk about what else Silver Spring is famous for: a long list of celebrities and scandals. While this city might only have a population of about 80,000, you’ll be… Continue reading Silver Spring’s Famous People

Welcome to Silver Spring!

Downtown Silver Spring Community Hi, I’m Hannah and I am standing in the heart of downtown Silver Spring on the public plaza next to Ellsworth Place. I live in Silver Spring and I would love to tell you more about why I chose this unique community to call home.   Silver Spring is part of… Continue reading Welcome to Silver Spring!

Elevators in New Construction Luxury Townhouses, Obviously… But add it to an older single family, Bad financial decision

New Construction Luxury Townhouses Elevator project update. The Stiltz elevator has been ordered and the permits have been requested! The beginning of the project is just around the corner. While there are a lot of naysayers in the real estate community about residential elevators, I continue to see new construction, luxury townhouse communities in Bethesda,… Continue reading Elevators in New Construction Luxury Townhouses, Obviously… But add it to an older single family, Bad financial decision

Should We Get An Elevator?

Touring the Elevator Showroom I just toured Signature Elevators in Rockville and talked to Gary Case, the owner, about residential elevator options. We talked about various options available, such as the Stiltz Elevator, which uses an electric motor but does not need a separate machine room, or the more traditional Cambridge Elevating “full-size” elevator that… Continue reading Should We Get An Elevator?

You are Invited to an Open House and Art Gallery Show

13430 Ansel Ter, Germantown MD 20874 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom / 4 Level Townhouse in Clopper’s Mill West You are invited to an Open House and Art Gallery Show! This Saturday 12-2 pm and Sunday 1-4 pm. * Tour this beautiful townhouse! 3 BR / 2.5 BA / $399,000 * See the latest art… Continue reading You are Invited to an Open House and Art Gallery Show