The Adagio Condos in Bethesda MD: Luxury Living
The Adagio in Bethesda: Luxury, Light and Lock-and-Leave Living If you are looking for a luxury condo in Bethesda with contemporary style, attentive service and an exceptionally convenient location, the Adagio deserves a place near the top of your list. Located at 6820 Wisconsin Avenue near Bradley Boulevard, the Adagio offers something many buyers are […]
Downsizing in Bethesda – What to Do First
Ready to downsize but overwhelmed by where to begin? Here’s how Bethesda homeowners can plan the move, prepare their home and decide what comes next.
Potential Capital Gains Tax Changes Could Make It Easier to Sell Your Home
Potential capital gains tax changes discussions in Washington are a topic that homeowners—particularly longtime homeowners—may want to keep an eye on. The Trump administration is reportedly considering changes to the way capital gains are treated when someone sells a primary residence. Among the ideas being discussed are increasing the amount of home-sale profit that can […]
Downsizing in Bethesda MD: 10 Questions to Answer
Should I Sell My Bethesda House or Stay Put? 10 Questions to Ask Before Downsizing in Bethesda The Maybe the house feels bigger than it needs to be. Maybe the stairs aren’t quite as appealing as they once were. Maybe you are tired of maintaining a yard that seemed like a wonderful idea 25 years […]
The Mendota Cooperative Washington DC | Historic Kalorama Co-op Guide
When people talk about Washington, DC’s iconic cooperative buildings, names like The Broadmoor, The Chastleton, and The Westchester often come up first. But before all these buildings, there was the first co-op, a clearly historic building that deserves a place among Washington’s finest addresses: The Mendota Cooperative in Kalorama. For buyers who appreciate beautiful architecture, […]
The Lucky Seven: Washington, DC’s Most Historic Co-op Buildings
The Lucky Seven: Washington, DC’s Most Historic Co-op Buildings If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you already know I have a soft spot for Washington’s historic co-op buildings. After nearly four decades selling real estate in the DC area, I’ve walked through hundreds of beautiful homes. Some are sleek and modern with […]
Where Have All the Strollers Gone? Bethesda Real Estate Trends
Where have all the strollers gone? A funny thing happens when your daughter announces she’s expecting her first baby. Suddenly, you notice strollers everywhere. You find yourself wandering through the baby department “just to look,” and before you know it, you’re wondering when baby strollers started costing as much as a decent used car. My […]
Buying a Foreclosure? You Might Get a Bargain…or a Few Unexpected Roommates
Buying a foreclosure at auction sound like great fun! Everyone loves a bargain. We stop for yard sales, wander through antique stores convinced we’re about to discover a priceless treasure, and some adventurous souls even buy foreclosures at auction hoping to score the deal of a lifetime. Sometimes they do. And sometimes…well…let’s just say the […]
New Condo Financing Rules for Bethesda & DC Condo Buyers
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a condominium in the DC metro area (or anywhere in the US,) there’s an important change coming on August 3, 2026, that could affect your ability to get a mortgage—and in some buildings, whether a sale can happen at all. I’ve been selling condos for nearly four decades, […]
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair 2026: A Complete Guide
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, and if you’ve never been, you’re missing one of the best traditions in Montgomery County. After selling homes for more years than I care to admit to in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac and throughout Montgomery County, I’ve learned something important: the best part of living here […]