Reston Association Fees in 2026: What the $890 Assessment Covers
The 2026 Reston Association assessment is $890 per lot, due January 1, with late fees after March 1. Members who qualify for the Fairfax County…
Category: Homeownership
Real Estate Still Holds the Title of Best Long-Term Investment
With all the headlines circulating about home prices and mortgage rates, you may be asking yourself if it still makes sense to buy a home right now, or if it’s…
Healthy Home Upgrades
Your environment has a direct impact on your physical and mental health. If healthy living is important to you, you should make sure your home…
Best Healthy Home Upgrades For 2023
Homeowners often focus on property value when upgrading their houses, but there are plenty of other reasons to renovate as well. Health and wellness are…
Four Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity
If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years. Equity builds over time as home values grow and as you pay down…
One-Level Living in Reston and Herndon: Where the Houses Without Stairs Actually Are
After several decades of popularity, McMansions have started to fall out of favor. Owning a large, multi-story home may have once been the pinnacle of…
Improving Energy Efficiency In Older Homes
If you own an old home, you might feel frustrated with high utility bills due to inefficient systems and appliances. Although old homes have a…
Get Started With Smart Home Automation
Smart home devices have come a long way in recent years. Today, you can automate practically any device or appliance in your home. If you’re…
Essential Questions To Ask At A Home Inspection (Before, During, & After)
The inspection is one of the most critical steps when preparing to buy a home. The results of the inspection could make or break the…
Cooling Systems 101
Your cooling system is one of the most important features in your home, especially if you live in a warm climate. An efficient cooling system…