Howe Real Estate Should Be

Most people expect to pay off their mortgage and live in their house during retirement. Unfortunately, life doesn’t always go according to plan. If a homeowner dies before paying off the mortgage, it could have implications for the estate and the person’s heirs. Discussing the future and preparin...

In the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you’re part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren’t alone. According to Zonda, 98% of millennials want to become a homeowner at some point if they aren’t already. But why? There are plenty of reasons you ...

Bethesda, Maryland is a vibrant and thriving community filled with people who appreciate the performing arts.  Here are some popular events and things to do in Bethesda:Bethesda Row Arts Festival: This annual event showcases the works of over 190 artists in a variety of mediums, including paintin...

It's 7/11/2023 and that means National Slurpee Day.  How to get your EXTRA free small Slurpee® drink:Download the 7-11 app.Go to your favorite 7-11 and fill up a special slurpee cup with your favorite flavor slurpee. Scan your 7-11 App at the check out.(I confess that I don't like Slurpees - but ...

This is for all the animal lovers among us.  How can you not fall in love with a sweet kitten and want to bring one home with you?  Have you heard about Crumbs & Whiskers? It is a cat cafe in Georgetown with the mission to place cats and kittens a year into permanent homes and save them from euth...

Bannockburn was established in 1946 when its founders, the Group Housing Cooperative, bought the 124-acre Bannockburn Golf Club in Bethesda MD.  The community was intended to be a cooperative neighborhood, perhaps like the Cabin John Cooperative just up Macarthur to the north, but it never materi...

One of the biggest reasons that people decide to buy a home is to build equity and create stability and generational wealth for their families.  Unfortunately, this is a difficult market for buyers.  You may be having trouble finding a home that fits your needs and your budget.   Interest rates ...

If a kitchen renovation is on your radar screen, and you plan to stay in your home long-term, you can figure on spending $20,000 to $50,000 or more – especially if you plan to rip out counters and re-configure your space.But if you’re thinking of upgrades that increase your home’s resale value, a...

Cracks in ceilings can be a sign of a larger problem, or they may be nothing but a cosmetic issue. But when selling a home, all flaws in the ceiling require attention.Most ceilings will develop a few cracks over the years that are harmless and not indicative of some bigger issue. Repairing these ...

I want to salute my ancestor, William Thomas Hooper, on the 4th of July for his contribution to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  The signatories to the Declaration of Independence were a diverse group of men, who did not all take a straight path to rebellion.  My ancestor started ...