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Historic Board says Transformer sculptures can’t remain in Georgetown. Optimus Prime and Bumblebee just don’t fit the 230-year-old neighborhood’s vibe, according to the board. “This really puts us in a position of having to look like the old curmudgeon bad guys and girls. But it’s certainly not appropriate for a historic district,” said H. Alan Brangman, chairman of the three-person Old Georgetown Board, speaking late Thursday afternoon.
Live like a cicada. As we end a year of covid gloom, acquire vaccines and adjourn, squinting and stretching, into springtime, we — at least those in several Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern and Southern states — will have company: the billions of periodic cicadas known as Brood X.
KEVIN’S BLOG
LATEST JOBS REPORT: WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR YOU & THE HOUSING MARKET?
Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released a very encouraging jobs report. The economy gained 916,000 jobs in March – well above expert projections of 650,000 to 675,000. The unemployment rate fell again and is now at 6%. [REALASTUTE]
DON’T SELL ON YOUR OWN JUST BECAUSE IT’S A SELLERS’ MARKET
A sellers’ market might tempt some homeowners to try to sell their house on their own (known as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO) instead of working with a trusted real estate professional. When the inventory of homes for sale is as low as it is today, buyers are eager to snatch up virtually any house that comes to market, making it even more tempting to FSBO. As a result, some sellers think selling their home will be a breeze and see today’s market as a FSBO opportunity. Let’s unpack why that’s a big mistake and may actually cost you more in the long run. [REALASTUTE]
3 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR LIVING ROOM MORE FUNCTIONAL
Whether you have a large open floor plan or a small cozy space, having a living room that you can function in is so important. What can you do to better utilize your space? The living room is the main space in your home where people gather. It’s a high traffic room, and it has a lot of jobs. Creating a space that meets your family’s needs, but is also beautiful and desirable to be in, is no easy task. You might find yourself wondering where to even start, but with a few simple tricks, you’ll be headed in the right direction. [REALASTUTE]
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Kevin
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