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Posts By Lark Turner

Following are all articles by UrbanTurf author Lark Turner, from most recent to least.

The Essential Guide to Being an Amateur Landlord in DC

The Essential Guide to Being an Amateur Landlord in DC

Lark Turner | June 5th 2023

Our guide for amateur landlords who don't really know what they're doing.... read»

First-Timer Primer: DC's Home Buyer Assistance Programs

First-Timer Primer: DC's Home Buyer Assistance Programs

Lark Turner | April 4th 2023

DC's homebuyer assistance programs can be a bit complex. This edition of First-Timer Primer aims to provide some clarity.... read»

Buying with Friends: What You Should Know

Buying with Friends: What You Should Know

Lark Turner | October 3rd 2022

Here are some precautions to take before buying real estate with a buddy.... read»

First-Timer Primer: Zoning and Your Planned Rowhouse Addition

First-Timer Primer: Zoning and Your Planned Rowhouse Addition

Lark Turner | September 6th 2022

Before deciding to build an addition to your rowhouse, find out whether you'll need to get a zoning exception or variance.... read»

First-Timer Primer: The Do's (But Mostly Don'ts) of Reverse Mortgages

First-Timer Primer: The Do's (But Mostly Don'ts) of Reverse Mortgages

Lark Turner | May 4th 2022

Though the cash offered by a reverse mortgage may seem attractive, many borrowers likely have a better option.... read»

First-Timer Primer: The Ins and Outs of Renter's Insurance

First-Timer Primer: The Ins and Outs of Renter's Insurance

Lark Turner | June 21st 2017

Last year, UrbanTurf reported that only 34 percent of renters had acquired renter's insurance, but that number would likely be higher if tenants under... read»

First-Timer Primer: Renting Out Your Basement

First-Timer Primer: Renting Out Your Basement

Lark Turner | June 7th 2016

UrbanTurf talked to a reader who recently bought a house with a rentable English basement for details on what to consider in this scenario.... read»

Dupont Circle is Getting a Long-Term, Corporate-Stay Micro-Hotel

Dupont Circle is Getting a Long-Term, Corporate-Stay Micro-Hotel

Lark Turner | July 2nd 2015

A project originally slated to contain micro-units will now be built as a 50-unit micro-hotel after securing approval Tuesday from the Board of Zoning... read»

4.08: Mortgage Rates Reach New 2015 High

4.08: Mortgage Rates Reach New 2015 High

Lark Turner | July 2nd 2015

With the summer buying season in full swing, mortgage rates keep climbing.... read»

$100,000 for a Garage in Columbia Heights

$100,000 for a Garage in Columbia Heights

Lark Turner | June 30th 2015

A 2,000 square foot garage is on the market in Columbia Heights for $100,000.... read»

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