Holly Weatherwax, Real Estate

I get this question a lot. 'Can I get rid of my bathtub shower combo and just install a shower?' I always remind people that while their home is an investment, some updates are made for livability. The caveat for that advice is that if you have a home that could appeal to a family with young children (when you go to sell), it is a good idea to have at least one bathtub on the bedroom level.

Is Bathtub Replacement Right for You? Weighing bathtub replacement against showers? Read our expert tips on their pros and cons, plus essential questions to help you choose wisely.

Happy First Day of Summer ☀️ and the longest day of the year! This is my favorite time of the year!! 🏖🍉🏊🍦⛵⛳🏄‍♀️

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Have you been seeing a lot of discussion on Social Media about HOAs? If you are considering a Northern Virginia home purchase, here is some information about why you might be buying in an HOA, whether you want to or not!!

Buying your home in an HOA #realestate #realtor #HOA #MomentumRealtyVA Why would you buy a home in an HOA?

Looking for inexpensive ways to update the exterior of your home? If you live in a detached home, replacing the mailbox can be one way! Of course, some HOAs prescribe what that mailbox must look like, but in nearly everycase, an updated mailbox looks great!

Spend $150 and Instantly Elevate Your Curb Appeal With This Simple Upgrade You could spend thousands of dollars landscaping your yard to perfection—or you could spend $150 and make your home look modern instantly.

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What is your favorite thing to bring on a picnic? I am partial to cheese and crackers. I feel like it is easy to serve and easy to eat. It is an added bonus that you can have them waiting around in your fridge and pantry until you feel like gathering things together for a

I agree with a lot of these, but not all. I do see that many new buyers are using their formal rooms in different ways than what builders orginally intended. I still think a good soaking tub is worthwhile--if you enjoy a bath. I can attest that a steam shower may not get as much use as you think!

Designers Have Spoken: These Popular Home Features Are Overrated They're not worth the hype.

Buying your first home takes real preparation. It isn't a matter of just being 'ready.' There are some concrete steps to take to prepare. I always recommend meeting with a top-notch lender (this is not the time to find someone online) and putting together a program to get you ready to purchase your first home. If you need any referrals, please let me know!

Realty Times - How To Improve Your Financial Situation Before Buying Your First Home Are you looking to get into the real estate market and buy your first home? A house is one of the most significant investments a person will likely make in their lifetime. Getting into the real estate market can take longer than many expect. The average time it takes for a person in the US to b...

This wonderful 🏠 is ready for the new owners! My clients loved living here and put in the time and effort to get it ready for market🛠. Their efforts really showed ✨and it went quickly under contract. Now my folks can move on to their next chapter and the new owners can make this special home their own! 💗

If redoing a bathroom is in your future, you might find this article interesting. What do you think of these tile trends? I believe you can never go wrong with subway tile and putting it vertically gives it a different look. What are you liking in the tile world these days?

4 Trends in New Tile Products for 2025 Wallpaper, handcrafted and stone looks were among those featured in new collections at recent trade shows in Las Vegas

Looking for some good summer reads? I find it helpful to have a list on hand of some of the more recently released books. I love everything written by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It is the epitomy of beach reading for me!

Our Annual Summer Reading List Is Back — Here Are 13 New Books to Keep in Your Beach Bag This Season Grab your bag, some trusted SPF, and your emotional support beverage of choice.

So Ricky Racoon keeps showing up to my hummingbird feeder. Hubby bought this racoon deterrent (in the pot). Makes an ultrasonic noise and strobe light clicks on. 🤞🤞🤞

As the weather warms up and we want to spend more time outdoors, the issue of the ever-present misquito comes back around! If you are hoping to deter misquitoes, without spraying your entire yard (butterflies and lightening bugs are also affected by these treatments, as well as other insects), here are some natural things you can do to make your space less habitable for them.

Realty Times - 8 New Tricks for Keeping Mosquitos Away Mosquitos. They’re universally despised, and there’s not much we wouldn’t do to keep them away, right? Personally, we’re always on the hunt for a new serum or device or prayer that will help keep them away of the yard so we can actually enjoy our time out there without coming back inside cov...