ICE CREAM ICE CREAM!! Water Gazing and Georgetown Harbour

Kennedy Center Washington, DC

DC RE GAL enjoying some ice cream

Oh Yes!!! Well if you can't tell yet, I LOVE LOVE LOVE the summer! Hot weather is the best, feel the energy smell the floral fragrance and most of all enjoy the warm sun and cool breeze. Today we are at Washington Harbor and its fantastic weather. People are sitting on the lawn enjoying lunch, taking long strolls in the park and moving hurriedly along to their next business engagement.

No matter what your doing you can't help but SMILE, sometimes for no reason at all. What makes a sunny day the best??? The best part of the day is the ice cream from Hershey's Old Fashion ice cream parlor in Georgetown. It was perfect because there was absolutely NO line! Perhaps that was because I had a cone at officially 11:45am. Don't you love it!! Yours truly, health conscious nut, went out on a limb and splurged for old fashion creamy calories!

Parents as if the Ice Cream is not enough to get you down here with your children, the splash park will do the trick. These little monsters are having a giggling good time. Who needs a pool when you stand 2 feet tall and weigh all of 30 pounds? Stripping down to your "bloomers" becomes not only acceptable but down right adorable. Their laughter is indeed contagious.

 

What's up on the blog today? Take a peek at my short video spill and then read on....

Georgetown has a myriad of condos and one blog definitely won't cover everything but we are going to do our best to take a snapshot of the market. 

Georgetown Washington, DC Condo Statistics

Where are my condo owners in Georgetown?

This is an exciting report for sellers. The one bedroom condo market took a slight dip from October through December but that only makes sense, can anyone say "government shutdown." However when we continue to examine the chart we see a strong steady market from February 2014 until present. All this despite a winter that wouldn't quite which is an afterthought at this point. Do you have a gorgeous 2 or 3 bedroom condo in Georgetown? The median sold price continues to make incremental increases month over month. The three bedroom condos reflect the growing interest in urban dwelling while not losing out on comfortable living space. If you've been sitting on the fence waiting for the perfect storm it just hit. Interest rates are historically low and Wells Fargo offers an amazing jumbo loan program 89.99% Jumbo financing with no MI.

Well that's it for today folks. I sure hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather as much as I am. If so please share and tell me what makes your summer special. Even better post your Favorite Georgetown Ice Cream Shop and be sure to tell us why it's so fantastic!!!

Find Homes for Sale in Georgetown

Visit my website to search for homes in Georgetown or to be notified when homes in Georgetown come on the market.

To find out what you home is worth in the current market email me or call 202-438-1056.

 

Our Blogs are a changing!!!

You know how you take these classes and they tell you "do it this way" "take this position" "this is exactly what works" "just follow this scenario for fantastic results"! So many choices and so little time.

We all know about these classes because if you are interested in any subject, have a job in any industry or you run your own business you have subjected yourself to this training. Now don't get me wrong, I am a #1 proponent of education. It is necessary on so many levels and without it none of us

would realize success. However sometimes you just have to take the  #NesteaPlunge and try something new. What do they say, #Daretobedifferent? Ok so I am breaking all the rules being cliché and using hashtags in my blog post but isn't that what it's all about? Cutting edge, going to new heights, BREAKING ALL THE RULES? Not to mention, its just good fun. I'm tired of living in a box and conforming, I just want to reach my audience and have real authentic conversation and interaction. I am a real person and those that read this blog post (thank you by the way) are too. We deserve to get to know each other better.





Real Beach I was there Playa Del Carmen Mexico circa 2014

So how am I going to start breaking all the rules? No more boring blog post with a trillion graphs about your target market or key neighborhood. That doesn't mean that I am not going to provide informative material, but lets face it we live in a time pressed locale. Who is really reading all of that stuff anyway? I want to give you a tidbit, a sliver of the fat and you give your take on how it benefits your interest. Then for Pete's sake communicate with me. Tell me what you like, what you don't like and what you want more of in this blog. So onward and upward to a new and exciting DCMetro Realtor blog post. Posts that are short sweet and simple, kind of like yours truly! Life really is what you make it and I want mine to be packed with fantastic content mixed up with a whole lot of energy. So put your feet up because we are about to go for a walk on the beach. Stay tuned we just got started.....

Annapolis a fab Community for Retirement

Downsizing or Purchasing? Regardless in Retirement Its Your Choice

During our golden age of retirement, we often think about how to better expand our money. After all, the objective is to last longer than our cash. One strategy for many is to simplify their living arrangements.

Downsizing often decreases expenses, and it provides a previously untapped retirement fund. For many in retirement the opportunity is especially effective because their home is paid for. 

Cost Benefits of Purchasing a Smaller Home

For many retired persons a smaller home is practical. The kids have grown up and moved on, there is no longer a need for all those unattended to rooms. Its a wonderful way to reduce expenses on maintenance, cleaning supplies, utilities and the list goes on.

The tax benefits is what leads most if not all to home ownership, however with earnings reduced the need for a large tax right off is no longer. In fact many seniors are able to qualify for a tax reduction on their personal property taxes, through their local or state government. Downsizing your home allows many to downsize their way of life as a whole. A huge load off that allows persons in retirement to start living and enjoying themselves.

The Golden Years---Where to Spend them?

Why is Annapolis a wonderful community with which to retire to? Many may ask. Annapolis offers the tranquility of a water enthused backdrop with a splash of nightlife and a myriad of shopping alternatives. Not to mention the wonderful housing options that exist. Live close to the waterfront and enjoy the sweet communities of Gingerville and Herald Harbor just steps from Annapolis. These communities offer the quintessential charm of old shops, homes and buildings turned into fantastic mom and pop dining and boutiques, that you just won't find in  the mall. Coffee shops and cupcake eateries line the streets and add to the sweetness of the atmosphere. 

Want to live in the mecca of shopping, dining and the nuances of high rise luxury buildings complete with concierge services? Then Parole and West Streets are more your style. Walk to national stores and enjoy quaint wine boutiques that offer private tastings for you and few friends.


Why shouldn't retirement be the best time of your life? Annapolis Town Center allows for wonderful living, you can escape to the gym upstairs, enjoy a cup of tea or your favorite smoothie at Whole Foods. Not to mention the enjoyment of fun and fabulous dining at the following places....

Brio An Italian Delight

THE RESTAURANTS AT ANNAPOLIS TOWN CENTER

Distinctive Dining at your doorstep

Cuban Flavors Fit for the Most Discriminating of Palates

What if You Want a Bigger House?

Some retired persons aren't enthusiastic about downsizing: They want to "upgrade" their way of life. Perhaps you want the house large enough for your grandchildren to come stay over the summer. Some wait for retirement to finally get their dream home. If that is your style, Annapolis is still the community for you. Just across the way in the backdrops of Bestgate Road sites the diminutive community of Monticello. That's not to say it lacks anything in character. Monticello is a well thought out community of gorgeous single family 4 to 5 bedroom homes, beautiful landscape and a private pool and clubhouse. Who wouldn't want to be a resident at Monticello! 

Best of all Annapolis Mall is literally in your purview. Walk across the street and be at the finest of national chains. 

Retirement is a golden time where there should be more enjoyment and less hassle. If you've planned well you can have the style of living you desire. Annapolis is a place that allows for a lot of latitude. All in a days "work" one can share a cup of coffee while sitting by the water, do a little shopping, purchase a vintage wine and take a stroll through the mall. 

Take a gander of all Annapolis has to offer at Annapolis Luxury Properties

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Relaxing at Home..find the peace you deserve

The Washington DC metro area has one of the best job markets in the nation, boast a myriad of wonderful outdoor recreational parks and the possibility of fun activities to engage in after work, school and on the weekends....ENDLESS. Yet somehow life is still fast paced and chaotic for most. Many engage in all types of activities to de-stress...today let's add your abode to this list.

The design and styling of your home has a large impact on your relaxation. When you finally walk through that door after a long day of phones ringing, problem management and the "wonderful" Washington traffic we all just love, it should be an "ahhhh" moment.  Finally peace, quiet and solitude. What do you want to do first when you come home? Are you trying out  that new cooking recipe, you know the one you saw last night with that incredible white wine reduction. My hubby loves to cook and he affectionately calls himself "the bottom chef"!!

Luxury Kitchens for Less

So if that is your thing the Kitchen needs to be an oasis of comfort. Not to mention a kitchen remodel is a HUGE return on investment when you sell your property. If you haven't upgraded those countertops, ask yourself why not? Now is the time to get upgrades like Granite, Cesarstone and Silestone. No longer nearly the cost they once where and yet offer so much vitality to any kitchen. The diverse colors allows one to make the kitchen come alive with style and personality, transforming it from a place to make dinner to a culinary art institute. There are immediate health advantages as well because these materials are hypoallergenic and non-porous. Not to mention their elegance and strength.

Don't stop at the countertops because a kitchen just isn't a kitchen with out beautiful cabinetry. Is the expense of 48" cherry cabinets not one you want to bear? No worries, try a less expensive route with high-gloss laminate fronts which creates a sleek modern look with clean lines. The de-stresser?? Adding organization to your style with pull-out drawers behind each cabinet for additional storage space.
Become your own "bottom chef" at home by treating yourself to a renovated kitchen that has a touch of spice and a ton of elegance. Don't forget the organization, health benefits and the versatility. A voila!! A kitchen extraordinaire that alleviates stress and beckons you for a exquisite culinary creation.

Modern Dens for Easy Relaxing

Kitchen not your idea of unwinding look for additional post that explain ways to De-Stress at home with your bathroom, living room and bedroom. Can't wait for these post?? Let us know which one needs a remodel and we will get the information to exclusively.

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