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UrbanTurf Staff | January 27th 2014
On Saturday, the Arlington County Board approved a plan to replace Marymount University's eight-story "Blue Goose" facility with a nine-story office b... read»
Lenders Shop a New Type of Loan, But is it Worthwhile?
Lark Turner | January 24th 2014
A new adjustable-rate mortgage is being pitched to buyers with deeper pockets, but it may be a "crapshoot."... read»
Best New Listings: Two District Rowhouses and a Takoma Park Special
Lark Turner | January 24th 2014
In this week’s edition of Best New Listings, UrbanTurf looks at newly listed rowhouses in Burleith and Capitol Hill, and a Takoma Park bungalow.... read»
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The Main Story in Housing Remains Inventory
UrbanTurf Staff | January 23rd 2014
The National Association of Realtors released its monthly report on existing home sales today, but it was inventory that made headlines. ... read»
DC Residents Pay Highest Internet Costs in the U.S.
Lark Turner | January 23rd 2014
The WhiteFence Index, which measures the cost of basic home utilities and services in major cities, shows DC's prices are a bit above the norm —... read»
4.39: Mortgage Rates Dip For Second Week
Lark Turner | January 23rd 2014
On Thursday morning, Freddie Mac reported 4.39 percent with an average 0.7 point as the average on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, down slightly from 4... read»
The New Man Cave: An Interior Design Website Launches Just For Men
Lark Turner | January 23rd 2014
The world is used to seeing popular interior design sites and businesses geared toward women. A New York start-up is now approaching a market that has... read»
This Week's Find: A Former Carriage House on the Hill
Lark Turner | January 22nd 2014
A hidden gem on Capitol Hill, This Week's Find may actually require some searching on the part of interested buyers. ... read»
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