As we welcome the season of giving, we would like to take a moment to thank our wonderful clients and friends. Below you'll find photos of our Howl-O-Ween event, some tips on credit scores, our favorite fall recipes, and some suggestions for enjoying the best of fall in DC.
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Our first custom-built Little Free Library will be open soon! We're looking forward to creating more Little Free Libraries in the coming year. If you would like to partner with us to promote reading and literacy in front of your home or business, please reach out!
Martin, Jeff, Olivia & Dito
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Congrats to all our costume contest winners and to Jillian for winning the $300 Floriana gift card. A special thank you to all the pups and their humans who joined us for the Howl-O-Ween dog costume contest. We had such a blast partnering with our friend Krista of Doggy Style and Robert of the St. Gregory Hotel, which is a fantastic dog-friendly option for your visiting friends and family.
Please feel free to download and share the event photos.
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Across the DMV, the time homes were on the market before being sold, on average, decreased year-to-date.
At the same time, the median price of homes sold increased by 11.2% in DC, 4.2% in Montgomery County, and 6.1% in Northern Virginia compared to the prior year. (September 2018 vs September 2019)
For the most part, more homes have sold faster and at a higher price point throughout the DMV, indicating the continuation of a strong market.
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- Seeking information about your own credit score is always a soft inquiry, and won’t cost you points on your score, unlike a hard inquiry from a bank for a mortgage application.
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Preferably use less than 30% of your available credit each month and ideally less than 10%.
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Raising your credit limit could help keep your percentage of utilization down.
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Closing an older credit card won’t help your score and it might actually hurt you.
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Every time you open a new credit card - or take out a loan or qualify for a mortgage - the overall average age of our credit takes a hit, and the hard inquiry subtracts more points from your credit score.
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Shopping around for a mortgage getting multiple credit inquires can hurt your credit, but when credit scoring companies see different lenders pulling your credit score around the same time, they bundle multiple requests as a single query. So shop different rates at the exact same time, within 14 days or less.
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21% of consumers studied in 2012 found errors that resulted in modifications by the credit-reporting firms. Not all credit reports are accurate. You are entitled to a free copy of your credit report annually from each of the credit-reporting companies (TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax). You can request them at AnnualCreditReport.com.
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Our Favorite Fall Recipes
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As a vegetarian, Martin appreciates these hearty brussels sprouts. Bring some brightness to the dish with the addition of pomegranates. You can even include a light vinaigrette to take it in a warm salad direction. If nuts are a no-go, swap the walnuts for some toasted parmesan crisps.
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If you want to up your game on the cranberry front, Jeff loves this relish of fresh cranberries, pomegranates, and pistachios. It's a great dish to make a couple of days ahead of time, freeing you up to focus on the main event.
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Olivia's favorite turkey alternative for your Friendsgiving or holiday party is Momofuku's Bo Ssam.
- Affordable for a crowd.
- Pairs well with ANY of your favorite side dishes.
- Complete crowd pleaser, nothing is left no matter how much you make.
Pro tip: skip the ssam sauce.
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The holidays are undoubtedly Dito’s favorite time of the year. What could be better than family, friends, and food? At Thanksgiving, nothing is more satisfying than all those marvelous sides, stuffings and dressings. This recipe from Ina Garten has become a family favorite!
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13 fall cocktails to try right now
As the leaves fall and the weather cools, DC bars have been rolling out comforting cocktails engineered to warm up guests. These drinks are worth a taste because they’re new, presented creatively, or celebrate fall flavors by packing in ingredients like pumpkin puree or dehydrated fruits and cinnamon.
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2019 holiday markets
Although you may not be ready to ring in the holiday season just yet, it's never too early to begin your search for the perfect presents for family and friends alike. Luckily, the DMV region offers up an eclectic selection of festive markets, so you can track down one-of-a-kind gifts while avoiding the holiday rush.
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20+ restaurants with fires to cozy up to in DC
When the temperatures dip, these DC bars and restaurants heat up with fireplaces, outdoor fire pits, wood-fired ovens, and more. Discover The District's prime spots for getting cozy this season here.
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New Service for Our Sellers
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Compass Bridge Loan Services gets you access to competitive rates and dedicated support from
industry-leading lenders, with the exclusive option to get up to six months of your loan payments fronted when you sell your home with us. Compass Bridge Loan Services allows you to free up the liquidity in your current home before it sells in order to purchase your next home.
Contact us to discuss how Compass Bridge Loan Services could help.
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Looking to stay on top of the market? With Compass Collections, we can curate a targeted selection of the properties that have sold in your neighborhood as well as the homes currently on the market in your desired zip code. Interested in learning more? Contact us today to receive a Compass Collection made just for you.
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