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Are You Overimproving for Your Neighborhood?

zillow.com Home improvements always pay off come selling time, right? Turns out it's all relative.

Meet the Clutter Scale: One Pro's Secret to a More Intentional Home

zillow.com On a scale of 1 to 5, how much do you need to declutter? Dorothy Breininger shares a favorite tip for cleaning up.

Build a DIY Sporting Goods Holder to Keep Your Garage Organized

zillow.com Use an old bookcase, some bungee cords, and pegboard to build a holder for all your bats, balls, helmets, and other gear.

Quiz: Should You Renovate Your Home or Sell?

zillow.com Fix it up or give it up? See where you really stand with this quiz.

8 Curb Appeal Boosters You Can Do in a Weekend

zillow.com Win home shoppers over before they even think about stepping foot inside.

3 Must-Do's Before Listing Your House for Sale

zillow.com When it comes to first impressions, the little things make all the difference.

Is Buying a Historic Home Right for You?

zillow.com Hold on there, architecture aficionado! Consider these factors before making history your home.

From Haylofts to Hardwoods: How One Family Salvaged a Historic Barn

zillow.com Great-grandparents milked cows here. A father and daughter both played in the hayloft as kids. Now a new generation runs barefoot on its wood.

This Philadelphia Farmhouse Is a Historic Stunner

zillow.com The renovated barn holds a second barn, so the structure looks authentic inside and out.

Living Legacy: Making a Family Home in a Historic Mansion

zillow.com From 800 square feet in sprawling Manhattan to 6,000 square feet in historic Nyack.

1800s Estate Proves History Is Anything But Drab

zillow.com With bold colors (flamingo pink!) and whimsical wallpaper, this historic Vermont home is a fresh take on old meets new.

This Historic Connecticut Home Once Hosted a Dancing George Washington

zillow.com One of the oldest homes in Connecticut, this house has been a tavern, an arts guild and now a stylish family home.

Quiz: How Much Do You Love Your Home?

zillow.com We're gathered here today to find out ... when it comes to your home, is love enough?

Dreaming of Warmer Weather? These 8 Sunny Homes Are Under $300K

zillow.com When your arms are sore from shoveling show, it's only natural to fantasize about migrating south for the winter.

Resources for County Residents Impacted by Federal Shutdown

There are resources available here in Fairfax County for those effected by the government shutdown! The Fairfax County Animal Shelter has food and limited pet supplies available! 💕🐱🐶💕

fairfaxcounty.gov Thousands of federal workers, contractors, vendors and service providers in our county are being impacted by the partial federal shutdown. It can be frightening and stressful to be without a paycheck and unsure of when you will go back to work. Whether it is food, financial assistance or other needs...

Furnace, Boiler or Heat Pump? Time for Heating Systems 101

zillow.com If your current heating system yields cold hands and frozen toes — it might be time to upgrade.

What Your Houseplants Need to Make It Through Winter

zillow.com Winter doldrums, be gone! With just a little love and care, your plants can thrive despite the chill.

Explore a Tiny Tropical Treehouse in Hawaii

zillow.com What's better than a tiny home? One that's 15 feet up in the air and built for less than it costs to buy a new car.

Get the Look: 3 Ideas for Turning Your Home Into a Winter Haven

zillow.com Snowed in? Put that cabin fever to good use and try one of these iconic winter-proof looks.

5 Things to Look for in a Rental Listing

zillow.com Lackluster listings abound — learn to cut through the clutter and spot the keepers.

2019 Design Forecast: What’s In, What’s Out

zillow.com Is it time to say goodbye to shiplap and millennial pink? This design expert weighs in.

Hibernate Luxuriously in This 5,572-Square-Foot Cave Mansion

zillow.com Stalactites? Check. Waterfall? Check. 4 bedrooms and an illustrious guest list? Check, check!

How to Move Cross-Country: See How These Renters Made It Work

zillow.com From NYC to PDX — these renters made the move and even found room for a pup!

An Up-Close Look at Housing Insecurity (and How to Help!)

zillow.com “We have to believe that a better future is possible.”

The Popsicle Place Program in Seattle Helps Families in Need

zillow.com When medical emergencies arise, the last thing you want to worry about is not having a home.

Small-Town Charm: 8 Homes for Sale in Less Populated Areas

zillow.com Tired of the big-city rat race? Respite awaits in one of these quaint charmers.

How to Host a Cozy Game Night

zillow.com Dust off the cards, break out the vinyl and soak up the good vibes. It's game night!

9 Tips for Achieving Maximum Coziness

zillow.com Gray skies don’t have to mean a drab indoor life.

9 Cozy Cabins for $300,000 or Less

zillow.com Don't just dream about cabin life — make it yours! Start here with these 9 budget-friendly beauties.

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Cabin (and How to Find One!)

zillow.com Ready to cozy up to your own slice of cabin bliss? Here's where to start.

This Remarkable Home Is Anything but Square

zillow.com 1 1/2 bedrooms. 1 bathroom. And 0 straight lines.

A Farmhouse-Style Prefab That'll Make You Want to Ditch the Big City

zillow.com A deep farm sink, a light and bright interior, and clean lines earn this prefab the farmhouse-fan seal of approval.

Heads up!!

TRAFFIC ALERT: Vdot just announced that Popes Head Road (Route 654) between Colchester Road (Route 612) and the Fairfax County Parkway (Route 286) will be closed to through traffic for approximately 4 weeks beginning Monday, October 15th to replace the bridge over Piney Branch. Residents, businesses and places of worship within the closure area, emergency vehicles, school buses and those traveling to and from the Fairfax County Police Range, Fairfax County Police Association building and Popes Head Park will have access to the closed portion of Popes Head Road; however, they will not be able to go beyond the point of bridge replacement in either direction. Through traffic will be detoured via Fairfax County Parkway, Braddock Road (Route 620) and Colchester Road back to Popes Head Road.

Can I post this now? Is it finally fall? 🍂 💛🎃 🧡🍎

5 Reasons to Buy a Home This Fall

zillow.com The days may be getting shorter, but the list of home-shopping benefits is getting longer.

Whale Watch From Any of This Home’s 3 Rooftop Decks

zillow.com What’s better than a rooftop deck? Three of them. Each with its own sweeping view.

The Truth About Toxic Mold (and How to Get Rid of It)

zillow.com Don't let the mold panic set in just yet — it might not be as bad as you think.

How to Fix Ceiling Water Stains

zillow.com Don't let those water stains hang over your head — a DIY fix is just a weekend away!

Happy National Coffee Day! 💕☕️💕

Tenant Troubles: Who Is Responsible for Problems in Your Rental?

zillow.com Who foots the bill when the maintenance issues roll in? It depends, so get to know your tenant rights.

Sleep Under the Stars in This Tiny Cabin Near a National Park

zillow.com This rustic desert cabin turns off-the-grid living on its head with chic interiors and a stargazing portal.

Monday musings...🤔

Did you know that home staging can drastically reduce the number of days your home is on the market as well as increase the perceived value of your home?

Did you know that a complimentary home staging consultation with Staged by Design is included in all of our listings? Their wonderful designers will go room by room in your home and provide you with tips to help you to maximize your profits!

Make it a great day, folks!

5 Organizing Secrets Only the Pros Know

zillow.com Before you get overwhelmed by clutter, take a cue from the organization pros.

👏🏻🙌🏻🥂 Great work, Bryan!!

UNDER CONTRACT!!! Congrats to my clients on the Sale of their home. This one called for a full court press and it worked like a charm. Tons of interest, over 30 private showings, over 25 groups through the Open House on Sunday, multiple offers, a tough negotiation, and we are OFFICIALLY Under Contract. Super happy for my clients! Congrats!!!

www.43446LaidlowSt.TheBestListing.com

3 Steps to Creating an Organized Entryway (Even If You Don't Have the Space)

zillow.com With a little inspiration and organization, you can create an entryway that makes coming and going a breeze.