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D.C’s Best Picnic Spots!

Where to go, what to bring

Dining al fresco in D.C. doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, if you want to avoid making reservations, waiting in line and eating elbow-to-elbow with strangers, planning a picnic is a great alternative. There are so many scenic (Instagram-worthy) spots to throw down a blanket and enjoy this simple and charming tradition. Here we’re sharing some of the best places in D.C. for a picnic – as well as some tips to make your picnic pleasant for all involved.

Hauling your provisions 

Although traditional picnic baskets are cute, your best bet is to purchase a modern, sensible picnic backpack since activities in D.C. typically involve walking some distance from your car or taking the metro and hauling a heavy hand-held basket will be cumbersome. Check Amazon for some great options. You can find backpacks with comfortable padded straps and efficiently organized compartments for cutlery, plates, napkins, a cooler, a blanket and more. You might want to invest in two backpacks and share the load with a friend.

Picnic food ideas

Reimagine the ordinary sandwich, chips, and soda. Take it up a notch and serve baguettes; or take it up two notches with quiche, charcuterie boards, fancy salads, and refreshing cocktails. Make sure most of your meal consists of finger foods (easy to eat) so you don’t have to worry about multiple plates/cutlery. And don’t forget dessert! 

Another culinary option: order food-to-go from your favorite D.C. restaurant. You’ll still need a method to transport it to your picnic destination, but letting someone else prepare and pack the meal will involve less work on your end.

Don’t forget to pack

Sunscreen

Anti-bacterial wipes

Wet naps

Garbage bags

Bug spray

Places to picnic

We’re providing some tried-and-true venues here, but there are so many more possibilities. Wherever your destination, make sure you learn about parking options (or Metro stops) in advance. Also, do a little research to make sure your spot is picnic friendly and open for visitors.

Between Constitution and Independence Ave., SW

Known as “America’s Front Yard,” this iconic spot is punctuated by the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument and flanked by Smithsonian museums. The long, grassy swath is often crowded, but people-watching can be just as fun as gazing at the patriotic landmarks.

1100 Ohio Drive SW

Located at the southern tip of East Potomac Park between the main branch of the Potomac River and the Washington Channel, Hains Point offers beautiful views of the Potomac River, the Anacostia River and the Washington Channel. It’s an ideal spot for bird watching and also has a playground and restrooms. A four-mile loop allows you to take in the many different species of cherry trees while hiking or biking. 

Located on the Potomac River and accessible by George Washington Memorial Parkway

This 90-acre island is a memorial to America’s 26th president and features miles of trails through wooded uplands and swampy bottomlands. Ranger-led programs are available. 

16th Street and W Street NW

A spectacular cascading fountain, reflecting pool, statues, and more will be your backdrop at Meridian Hill Park (also known as Malcolm X Park). If you’re there on a Sunday afternoon, you’ll most likely be able to watch a full-blown weekly drum circle party starting at 3 p.m., a tradition that began in the 1960s.

The Yards Park (and Dancing Fountains)

355 Water Street SE

This public space along the Anacostia River has gardens, water features, a dog run, a boardwalk and a shaded overlook.

Wisconsin and K St., NW

This 10-acre park curves along the Potomac River shoreline and includes a large fountain, benches, overlooks and large open lawn areas. A labyrinth with geometric turns encourages quiet contemplation as you wind your way from the outer edge to the center. Stadium-like steps leading to the river edge are a favorite place for picnickers. 

Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

Independence Ave. SW and 7th St. SW

The sculpture garden is free to enter, offering more than 30 works of contemporary and modern art displayed year-round — and picnics are permitted.

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The Benefits of Using Loan Calculators in Real Estate

Loan calculators are invaluable tools for anyone involved in the real estate market. Whether you are a prospective homebuyer, a real estate investor, or a homeowner looking to refinance, loan calculators can provide you with essential information to make informed financial decisions. These online tools allow you to assess mortgage payments, interest rates, loan terms, and more. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of using loan calculators in real estate and how they can help you maximize your financial outcomes.

One of the primary benefits of using loan calculators is the ability to determine affordability. By inputting specific financial data, such as your income, expenses, and desired loan amount, a loan calculator can calculate how much you can afford to borrow. This information is crucial in helping you set a realistic budget and avoid overextending yourself financially.

Additionally, loan calculators provide insights into the impact of interest rates on your monthly payments. By adjusting the interest rate input, you can see how different rates affect your loan payments. This allows you to compare various scenarios and choose the most favorable interest rate for your financial situation.

Loan calculators also help you understand the impact of loan terms on your overall cost. By adjusting the loan term input, you can see how longer or shorter loan terms affect your monthly payments and total interest paid. This knowledge empowers you to choose a loan term that aligns with your financial goals and minimizes the cost of borrowing.

Another benefit of using loan calculators is the ability to compare different loan options. If you are considering multiple lenders or loan products, a loan calculator can help you evaluate each option's affordability and suitability. By inputting the terms and conditions of each loan, you can compare the monthly payments, total interest paid, and other relevant factors. This allows you to make an informed decision and choose the loan that best meets your needs.

Furthermore, loan calculators are useful for refinancing decisions. If you are considering refinancing your mortgage, a loan calculator can help you determine if it's financially beneficial. By inputting your current loan details and comparing them to potential refinancing options, you can assess the savings in terms of lower interest rates or shorter loan terms. This helps you decide if refinancing is a viable option for you.

In conclusion, loan calculators are powerful tools that provide numerous benefits in the real estate industry. They assist with affordability assessments, comparing loan options, understanding the impact of interest rates and loan terms, and making informed refinancing decisions. By utilizing loan calculators, you can optimize your financial outcomes and ensure that you make sound decisions that align with your goals. So, take advantage of these online tools and empower yourself in your real estate journey.

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Home Decor in 2024. What’s Hot & What’s Not?

Pink’s out. Peach is in.

Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2024 is soft and subtle “Peach Fuzz,” replacing last year’s vibrant “Viva Magenta.” Pantone is recognized globally as a leading source of color expertise. 

“In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance,” says Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute™. 

If you’re looking to revamp your space, consider PANTONE 13-1023 and its complementary colors: everything from creamy, brown and tan neutrals to shades of teal, lavender and mint green. Note: gray is not listed. For those who went wild with gray or greige tones during that trend, you might want to roll up your sleeves and buy a new paint roller.

What’s out?

Say goodbye to Barbiecore (think pink). What else is losing favor? Here’s a quick rundown of trends that seem to be going by the wayside in home decor:

Sliding barn doors (Let’s face it – they don’t even do a great job of blocking light, smells, and sounds.)

White-on-white kitchens

Extremes – whether that means bare minimalism or over-the-top Grand Millennial

Heavy industrial style

What’s in?

Back kitchens

AKA butler’s pantry or scullery, this separate space keeps secondary or backup items hidden from site, tidying up the more public area. Here you can house additional refrigeration and freezing, warming drawers, wine storage, lesser-used mechanical devices, formal entertaining dishes and cutlery, etc. Appliance garages have been around for a while, but they seem to be gaining popularity as another way to streamline kitchens.

Bespoke bedrooms and bathrooms

Behind the scenes, highly personalized spaces offer homeowners comfort and creative freedom. Feel free to layer these rooms with your favorite monogrammed fabrics, artwork, family photos, and heirlooms. Make it meaningful.

Casual luxury

It may sound like an oxymoron, but  luxury doesn’t have to mean formal. Rather than opulent and imposing, choose comfortable, lived-in furniture that is still beautiful and lavish.

Bold wall treatments

Add depth and personality to walls by treating them as large canvases. Incorporate wallpaper, paneling, 3D wall coverings, stone or wood features, decorative molding. This is a take on dopamine decor – which continues to be popular – creative touches that make you feel good when you walk into a room. 

Separated spaces

Demolishing interior walls to create all-in-one living/working/playing areas is seeing a bit of a reversal. Delineating spaces by incorporating walls that still have good flow through the use of doorways and openings allows for rooms with purpose and intention.

Mixed metals

This may come as a relief. Chrome, brass, black, copper, bronze – all can be used when harmoniously paired. Trying to keep up with what’s in shouldn’t mean having to change out plumbing fixtures annually!

Mixed materials

Kitchen countertops don’t have to be one solid matchy-matchy mass. Add interest and dimension to this horizontal space. Consider a mix of materials for visual, tactile and utilitarian variety – natural wood with granite, or quartz with sleek stainless steel. 

Outdoors in

Windows seem to be taking center stage – becoming bigger and bigger. The view outside is more of a focal point than an after-thought. Biophilic design is also a way to get the feeling of nature inside your dwelling by adding large indoor plants and natural wood and stone finishes.

Mud-laundry rooms

Combining a laundry with a mudroom is a space-efficient idea. Storage components can serve double-duty: hooks, cabinets, cubbies and drawers.

Sustainability

Cheap, mass-produced furniture is becoming increasingly unpopular. People are gravitating toward quality pieces that are higher end and/or repurposed for a lesser environmental footprint.

A word of caution

Before you revamp your space with all the latest trends, carefully consider which ones truly work for you. If you’re thinking about selling your home soon, reach out to me and let's talk about what changes will give you the biggest bang for your buck.

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Adnan Vadria's Tips for New Real Estate Agents

As an experienced commercial real estate agent with over a decade of experience, Adnan Vadria understands the challenges of the industry. To make your mark in this competitive industry, here are Adnan's top tips.

Location, location, location

Location is the most important thing in real estate and if you're just starting out, pick a place that you know well. Once you do that, it will be easier to establish credibility with local investors, sellers and other agents. That being said, don't just focus on one area - learn as much as you can about the entire market so that you have an advantage over others who are still trying to figure things out. Don't be afraid to take on clients who might not look like your typical client: In this industry, it pays off big time when you find someone new and land them as a customer for life.

Work hard on getting listings

Getting listings is one of the most important things you can do as a new agent. Establish yourself as an expert in your community by talking to homeowners and connecting with the homeowners’ needs.  Networking is another great way to get listings. Seek out events where other agents will be present, talk about how great it would be if they listed their home with you, hand them your card, and keep track of who may be interested.

Network like crazy

To become a successful real estate agent, Adnan Vadria says networking is key. Networking doesn't just involve formal events and parties. It also means following people on social media and interacting with them online, which can lead to more meaningful connections offline. If you're still nervous about reaching out to professionals in your industry or with similar interests, the Internet is full of websites where professionals are looking to connect digitally as well!

Recognize that a good reputation is vital for success

Starting out as a real estate agent requires a strong work ethic and a good reputation. This can be difficult to maintain when you are still new to the industry and working your way up, but it is absolutely vital to succeeding in this competitive field. Adnan Vadria has built his business on these principles, and now he shares some of his insights with others.

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