Read on for seasonal tips to consider and discover lifestyle tips curated just for you!
Hello September!
As the sun sets a little earlier and a gentle breeze begins to rustle the leaves, we find ourselves at the threshold of a brand new month. September, with its golden hues and promise of change, welcomes us with open arms. It's a time of transition, reflection, and renewed energy.
In this edition of our newsletter, we'll explore a variety of topics that embrace that spirit and inspire you to make the most of this vibrant time of the year.
Real Estate in the News
Here's How Gen Z Can Become Home Owners
"My parents were in their 20s when they bought their first home. It was the 1950s, Midcentury Modern, (my mother’s favorite furniture style) was just modern, and the house, a Dutch colonial in Brooklyn with four bedrooms, one full bath and two half baths, cost them about $25,000. That would be about $285,000 today, adjusted for inflation."
Put on your dirndl or lederhosen and head to The Wharf for free Oktoberfest festivities such as Polka Dancing, the Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash, and Stein Hoisting Competition.
National Public Lands Day - Free National Park Entrance!
In honor of National Public Lands Day, all US National Parks offer fee-free entry on 9/23. Head to Great Falls Park, Prince William National Forest, Shenandoah National Park, and parks throughout the country for a free day of exploring!
Lifestyle Tips and Tricks
On the House: How To Be Certain That You've Found The One
Shopping for a home isn’t all that different from looking for a partner: You scroll through tons of photos online, make mental checklists of must-haves, then try to imagine a connection that could last decades. Are you sufficiently in love to commit for the next 30 years of your life?
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