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	<description>Courtesy of WashMetroHomes.com &#38; Reston Expert, Jennifer V-E Johnson</description>
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		<title>Heading To College? Ten Dorm Room Must-Haves</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:22:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; As teens get ready to head off to college, chances are you&#8217;ll hear more discussion about what to pack than what courses to take. Striking a balance between bringing the essentials for living on one&#8217;s own and fitting it all into a dorm room not much bigger than a walk-in closet, can be [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Bad Dog Breath: Why It&#8217;s Not Normal And Can Be A Sign Of Dental Trouble</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 13:00:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; Most people dutifully brush their teeth not only to prevent cavities and gingivitis, but also to keep their breath smelling fresh. In just the same way, regular brushing for dogs can ensure good dental hygiene and reduce the infamous &#8220;doggy breath.&#8221; Many pet parents believe that bad dog breath is a package deal [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Remodel Your Credit Before You Begin Home Renovations</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/05/remodel-your-credit-before-you-begin-home-renovations/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2011 12:47:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; Improved resale value, more space or better use of the space you have, and a brand-new room to enjoy &#8211; it may be hard to imagine a downside to renovating a kitchen or bathroom. But you could discover a dark side to remodeling &#8211; if you decide to finance the project by borrowing [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Backyard Upgrades Bring The Resort Lifestyle Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2011 13:13:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/?p=4672</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; Maybe the economy really is getting better, but if you&#8217;re still planning to forego a pricey vacation this summer, you&#8217;re likely not alone. Rather than dropping a lot of cash on travel, many Americans are choosing to spend their hard-earned money where they&#8217;ll enjoy it more for longer &#8211; in their own backyards. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>You And Your Home: Aging Gracefully Together</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/05/you-and-your-home-aging-gracefully-together/</link>
		<comments>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/05/you-and-your-home-aging-gracefully-together/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2011 13:45:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/?p=4685</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; Aging gracefully is all about taking a proactive approach to your future well-being &#8211; you anticipate the inevitable changes and do what&#8217;s necessary to stay healthy and fit. The same principles are true for your home. You need to assess the necessary changes that must be made around your home to keep it [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Is Your Home-Renovation Project Really Worth Doing?</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/03/is-your-home-renovation-project-really-worth-doing/</link>
		<comments>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/03/is-your-home-renovation-project-really-worth-doing/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:37:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; Maybe you&#8217;ve watched one too many home improvement shows. Perhaps you&#8217;re still stinging from that holiday guest&#8217;s comment about how your kitchen countertop has seen better days. Or maybe you&#8217;re just really tired of the same old, same old every day. Whatever the reason the remodeling itch has settled into your brain, before [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Renovation Inspiration: Upgrade Your Home&#8217;s Exterior For Timeless Appeal</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/03/renovation-inspiration-upgrade-your-homes-exterior-for-timeless-appeal/</link>
		<comments>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/03/renovation-inspiration-upgrade-your-homes-exterior-for-timeless-appeal/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:54:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; As spring approaches and the winter snow begins to melt from your roof and lawn, now is a great time to step back and survey what you can do to improve the look of your home for the warm summer months, and for years to come. Could your house use an exterior upgrade? [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips For Prepping Lawn Tools For Spring</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/02/tips-for-prepping-lawn-tools-for-spring/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:49:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; Spring is just around the corner, so it&#8217;s not too early to start thinking about preparing your garden tools and lawn equipment for the warm weather months. Taking the time to do simple maintenance can eliminate the hassle of a piece of lawn equipment failing to start. Having an operational lawn mower throughout [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Extreme Gardening: What To Do When The Weather Doesn&#8217;t Favor You</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/02/extreme-gardening-what-to-do-when-the-weather-doesnt-favor-you/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:48:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; &#8220;The month of June, it is well if it be partly wet and partly dry.&#8221; Despite that idealistic statement from an 1854 article on agriculture in The Cambrian Journal, no farmer, in the history of the world, has ever had the ideal weather for a perfect growing season. The same holds true for [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Credit-Building Help And Advice For Renters</title>
		<link>http://washmetrohomes.com/wordpress/2011/02/credit-building-help-and-advice-for-renters/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:16:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jennifer V-E Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ARA) &#8211; The case for renting, rather than owning, your home has rarely been stronger in America. In most parts of the country, rental payments are lower than monthly mortgage costs. Renting also provides the financial freedom and ability to relocate prized by job hunters who may need the flexibility to go where the jobs [...]]]></description>
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