Welcome to DC!
Living in DC, Maryland or Virginia?
Living in DC, Maryland, or Virginia – which is the best? Public, private, or charter schools? How far is too far for your commute?
Let’s make it less overwhelming. I get it – moving here comes with a lot of decisions, and Google can only take you so far.
I’ve helped hundreds of families navigate the same questions you’re asking now. I’m not just here to sell you a house – I’m here to make sure you buy the right one. One that fits your life, your goals, and your gut instincts.
As a mom of two and a seasoned local expert, I’ll break down what you really need to know – schools, neighborhoods, commute patterns, walkability, dog-friendliness – you name it. No BS. Just facts, strategy, and the support and straight-talk you need.
Start by scrolling to the map below and selecting the area you’re curious about. You’ll find real talk, local insights, and deep dives I’ve recorded and written to help you move to and buy a home in DC with confidence.


Don’t know where to start?
I’ve written several guides and checklists for relocation, building, and land development for new buyers.
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BIG CHANGES in Condo Financing | What Buyers Need to Know
Condo Financing You found the perfect condo. The finishes are great, the location is ideal, and the price is surprisingly reasonable. For the past few years, buying condos has been a bit easier as there is more for...
BIG CHANGES Coming to Bethesda | If You’re Living in DC You’ll Want to Know About This
BIG CHANGES Coming to Bethesda If you haven’t driven through Bethesda lately, you might not recognize it. There’s so much redevelopment happening. There are mixed-use high-rises, luxury apartments, destination restaurants,...
DC’s Best and Worst Suburbs for Families RANKED
DC's Best and Worst Suburbs Narrowing down the best suburbs of DC isn’t hard. Most people with families would say the same 10 suburbs, give or take. Then narrowing to 5 might result in a good old-fashioned debate. Everyone...
7 Top Suburbs of Washington DC | Is Maryland or Virginia Better?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qwo8QGCK6KU Top 7 Suburbs Near Washington DC in 2025 Did you just find out that you have a job offer or transfer to Washington DC and you’re trying to figure out where to live? Maybe you lived here 10 or 15 years ago when you...
5 Northern Virginia Suburbs of DC You Should Consider Moving to and 4 You Shouldn’t
5 Northern Virginia Suburbs of Washington DC You Should Consider Moving It’s so hard to move to this area with such a variety of choices and cost of real estate. You have probably checked sites like Niche.com and...
The DC Area’s Most Affordable Family-Friendly Suburb [Only the Locals Know About This]
Most Affordable Family-Friendly Suburb Is there a Washington DC suburb that has affordable homes, fantastic schools, great parks and playgrounds and is diverse and safe? There absolutely is and you’ve probably...
Living in Maryland: Pros & Cons of Living in the Washington DC Suburbs
Pros and Cons of Living in Maryland Are you trying to decide where to live in the Washington DC Area and wondering about Maryland? Maryland is pretty awesome and we’re going to talk about everything I love about Maryland -...
Living in McLean Virginia | DC’s Luxury Suburb
McLean VA McLean Virginia is a Census Designated Place or CDP in Fairfax County Virginia. McLean is home to large homes and lots, the CIA Headquarters, the MARS Headquarters and a lot of wealth in the DC Area. The median...
Save the Corgis
In 2017, I founded East Coast Corgi Rescue, based in the mid-Atlantic area. I donate $500 from every closing to support Henry County Animal Shelter in Georgia. Why Georgia? Because 3 of my most precious pups came from Georgia and they have a serious need for help and very low funds.
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