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Residential real estate advisor | DMV
Helping people position homes to work beautifully today
and embrace tomorrow.

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A beautiful evening at Ned’s Club Washington, DC, celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall.

I had the privilege of speaking with Jane about ten years ago at the Explorers Club in New York, alongside oceanographer Sylvia Earle. Brave women shaping what my generation has enjoyed.

Wonderful to see Jane's legacy honored through the unveiling of this remarkable portrait by artist Ralph Heimans.

Thank you to the Jane Goodall Institute and The Ned for such an inspiring evening. I'm so grateful to be an original member.

#JaneGoodall #JaneGoodallInstitute #RalphHeimans #NedsClub #Conservation taken in Washington D. C. by @livewisedmv

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10 days ago

If you've been waiting for a project property in Davidsonville with room to work, this could be the one.

1282 Lavall Drive sits on a wooded corner lot in the established Lavall community, offering real privacy and mature trees all around. This Davidsonville renovation opportunity has 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a stone facade that gives it a presence you don't see on every block.

Bring your vision. The pool is ready to be brought back to life, the deck is ready for a rebuild, and being sold AS-IS means the upside is built in. A generator is already in place. For buyers searching for a fixer upper on over an acre near Annapolis, this corner lot in Anne Arundel County is a rare find, especially this close to Route 50, I-97, BWI, Baltimore, and DC.

Open House: Saturday 8/22 & Sunday 8/23, 12-2PM

📍 Just Listed
1282 Lavall Drive, Davidsonville, MD 21035
$535,000 | Sold AS-IS

Brad Kappel Team, TTR Sotheby's International Realty
📲 Alex Clark, Real Estate Advisor | 443.924.7231
Co-Listed by Bridget Baiss
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Davidsonville MD real estate • Lavall community Davidsonville • corner lot wooded acre Maryland • Anne Arundel County renovation homes • AS-IS fixer upper Davidsonville • private wooded lot Maryland • Davidsonville MD 21035 real estate • renovation opportunity Anne Arundel County • homes for sale near Annapolis with land • fixer upper near BWI and DC Brad Kappel Team listing photo of 1282 Lavall Drive in Davidsonville, MD, a stone and wood facade home on a wooded corner lot over an acre, listed by Alex Clark, TTR Sotheby's International Realty. taken in Davidsonville by @livewisedmv

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2 months ago

Honored to bring and moderate this important conversation at The Ned Club in DC, fittingly overlooking the Potomac.

Thank you to Aquil Abdullah, Janet Mann, and Alexis Dickerson for sharing your insights, and to the Potomac Conservancy team for making the evening so meaningful.

The Potomac gives us so much, from beauty to the water we drink. Protecting it matters.

For more on the evening, Aquil’s LinkedIn post is linked in my bio.

#PotomacConservancy #ProtectThePotomac #CleanWater #PotomacRiver #EnvironmentalStewardship#NedDC by @livewisedmv

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6 months ago

Watch the full home tour on my YouTube channel — link in bio.

Luxury today isn’t just finishes — it’s infrastructure.

I recently toured a fascinating renovation in Kensington, Maryland that shows where high-performance housing is headed. This expanded post-war kit home was transformed by Symbi Homes into a forward-thinking residence designed for efficiency, comfort, and long-term value.

Think beyond cosmetic upgrades:

• High-efficiency heat pump HVAC and water heating
• PV-ready infrastructure for future solar & EV charging
• Smart electric panel with energy monitoring
• Beyond-code insulation and air sealing
• Sustainable green-certified materials
• Integrated smart home technology
• Energy Star aluminum-clad wood windows
• TimberHue siding by James Hardie (only the second home in the U.S. to feature it ahead of its 2026 release)

Inside, a dramatic three-level addition floods the kitchen and living spaces with natural light, while a detached studio and flexible lower level offer multigenerational or guest possibilities.

This is systems-level renovation — not just beautiful to live in!

🎥 Full walkthrough and deeper explanation on my YouTube channel (link in bio).

#LiveWiseDMV #HighPerformanceHomes #GreenBuilding #SmartHomes #SustainableLuxury #DMVRealEstate #ModernHomeDesign #KensingtonMD by @livewisedmv

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7 months ago

Resilience Is the New Luxury | $88M Hillsborough Geothermal Estate

At $88M, scale is expected.
What’s rare is infrastructure.

This 12.5-acre Hillsborough estate spans 17,000+ square feet and is engineered for resilience with 24 geothermal boreholes powering the entire complex, along with estate-level fire protection and intelligent water management.

Luxury today isn’t just aesthetic.
It’s performance, longevity, and systems built to endure.

Key Women’s Event | Hillsborough, California
Listed by Jenn Gilson | Sotheby’s International Realty

Resilience is the new luxury.
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Global Introductions

Need a trusted real estate advisor in the U.S. or abroad?
I’m happy to make a personal introduction.
#hillsboroughca
#LuxuryRealEstate
#Geothermal
#HighPerformanceHomes
#SustainableLuxury by @livewisedmv

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8 months ago

Jewel in Boca Grande’s Quiet Enclave

Set on a prime tip lot with 170 feet of deep-water frontage inside the gated community of Boca Grande Isles, this Gasparilla Island home offers direct access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf.

Glass-lined living spaces look out over the harbor and the Gasparilla Inn Golf Course, capturing sunrise and sunset from nearly every room. The structure reflects thoughtful decisions -- concrete construction, impact glass throughout, and an elevated design.

Life here naturally moves outdoors: poolside days, shaded porches, calm water at your feet anchored by a **50’ deep-water dock with lift**.

A jewel, quietly held

5 beds | 6 baths
4,799 sq. ft. living area
$9,400,000

Listed by Zeke Seiglaff & Angela Steffan
Gulf to Bay Sotheby’s International Realty

If you’re exploring Florida—or anywhere globally—DM and I’ll personally connect you with a Sotheby’s agent I know and trust, like Zeke.

#BocaGrande #GasparillaIsland #FloridaGulfCoast #WaterfrontProperty #QuietLuxury #SothebysRealty #ResilientHomes #FutureReady by @livewisedmv

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10 months ago

One of my favorite Old Town DOs: The **Old Town Farmers’ Market** sits at the heart of **Old Town Alexandria**—majestic living in Washington, DC’s original settlement, now civically invested in sustainable, resilient growth to thrive for another century.

It draws a diverse mix of residents of all ages** and reflects a truly vibrant, global experience. Having lived in Amsterdam, London, and my hometown of San Francisco, I can honestly say Alexandria captures the very best of old and new; from 1700s Colonial row houses to elegant new LEED-certified townhomes.

If this magical place resonates with you, I’d love to be a resource as you explore this world-class gem in the Washington DC area.

#LiveWiseDMV #OldTownAlexandria #AlexandriaVA #DCMetroLiving #HistoricMeetsModern #LEEDHomes #SustainableLiving #ResilientCities #LuxuryTownhomes #ColonialRowHomes #FarmersMarketLife #GlobalNeighborhood #DCRealEstate #VirginiaLiving #WalkableCommunities #WorldClassLiving #CivicInvestment #UrbanLifestyle #LuxuryRealEstateDMV
This is the lifestyle I love sharing through **Live Wise DMV** 🌿
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10 months ago

5-Star Buyer Experience | Helping a Family Find Their Perfect Home in McLean — On Time and In the Right Location

This great family with three kids had just four months to find a home, and we made it happen.

In a competitive market, we focused on what really mattered: finding the right fit in an ideal location for their daily life.

💬 “Bridget has been great to work with. She is kind and patient and took the time to understand my needs and budget and found me a great house in a competitive market.” – LO

At **Live Wise DMV**, my goal is simple — to help families find homes that truly fit how they live. Partnering with TTR Sotheby’s International Realty gives my clients the advantage of market insight, trusted connections, and a smooth path to the right home.

📩 DM me or visit [livewisedmv.com](https://livewisedmv.com) to start your search — and let’s make your next move a wise one.
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#LiveWiseDMV #BridgetBaiss #TTRSothebys #LuxuryRealEstate #NorthernVirginiaHomes #DCMetroRealEstate #ViennaVAHomes #McLeanVA #FamilyHomeSearch #HealthyHomes #SustainableHomes #HighPerformanceHomes #FutureReadyHomes #RealEstateExpert #5StarReview #ClientStory #ModernLiving #PeaceOfMind #HomeBuyingJourney #LocationMatters taken in McLean, Virginia by @livewisedmv

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a year ago

Stunning Colonial Transformation in Observatory Circle

Luxury redefined in Observatory Circle.
Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this 6BR, 5.5BA, 6,050 SF home offers open living spaces, 9' ceilings, and custom designer finishes throughout.
Highlights include a detached 3-car garage with private ADU apartment, luxe primary suite with walk-in wardrobe, roof deck, and recreation level.
Close to Glover Park, Cathedral Commons, and the National Cathedral.
Listing courtesy of HRLS Partners, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.

To learn more or schedule a private showing, contact:
Bridget Baiss | Live Wise DMV | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
📩 bridget.baiss@ttrsir.com
🌐 livewisedmv.com
📞 571-999-5370

#LiveWiseDMV #WJDevelopment #ObservatoryCircle #WashingtonDCRealEstate #LuxuryHomesDC #DCColonial #DetachedGarage #ADU #TTRSIR #HRLSPartners by @livewisedmv

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a year ago

Leaves are everywhere right now, and most of us rake, bag, and haul them away.

But the smartest, easiest, and most affordable solution may be to leave them right where they are.

The same leaves we throw out become the mulch we pay for in spring — nature is already doing the work for free.

Why it matters for our property values:
• Enriches and protects soil and tree roots
• Creates winter habitat for essential species
• Supports long-term ecosystem health right at home

In the DMV specifically:
• Nearly 75% of butterfly species rely on leaf litter or the native plants it supports
• Up to 80% of fireflies lay eggs in it
• Insects overwintering in leaf cover form the base of our food web
What looks messy to us is survival for them.

Your landscape isn’t just aesthetic — it impacts property value, long-term enjoyment, the next buyer, future generations, and the wildlife living alongside us.
Our sanctuary isn't just the house — it’s everything living around it.
What do you think?
Do you leave the leaves or still rake and bag? Curious how many people are rethinking their yard this year.
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#DMVLiving #EcoStewardship #VirginiaHomes #BackyardHabitat #SustainableLiving #HealthyHome #NativeEcosystems #LeafLife #PropertyValue #LiveWiseDMV by @livewisedmv

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a year ago

This week I had the privilege of creating and moderating a conversation at the Lutron Experience Center, DC with an inspiring panel of leaders in modern residential architecture — Ron Mangas of @listmodern
, Kelly Davies Grace of @nontoxarchitect
, and Scott Guenther of @scottguentherstudio

Our discussion highlighted how modern architecture is thriving in the DC region — centered on truly one-of-a-kind, groundbreaking designs that balance timeless character, connection to place, and adaptability, while embracing resilience, sustainable materials, and a focus on sustainability, health, wellbeing, and optimal quality of living.

This evening also set the stage for the Modern Home Tour DC, tomorrow October 4th. (Side note: my own Kaleidoscope House, designed by @mcinturffarchitects
, will be on the tour. 🎉)
👉 Details & tickets: https://lnkd.in/eTHBZpyv

A heartfelt thank you to Jason Schwartz and the entire Lutron team for being such generous hosts, to architect @travispricearchitects
for joining the evening, and to everyone who came out for an inspiring night of conversation.

Panel + partners: @listmodern @nontoxarchitect @scottguentherstudio @travispricearchitects @mcinturffarchitects @modernhometour

#ModernArchitecture #DCModern #DesignInnovation #SustainableLiving #ResilientDesign #HealthAndWellbeing #LightingDesign #SustainableMaterials #OptimalLiving #LiveWiseDMV #TTRSIR #DCModernHomeTour2025 #TravisPriceArchitects taken in DC by @livewisedmv

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a year ago

Seattle felt like coming full circle.
Big thanks to Rachael, Robyn, and the Revesta crew for pulling off an energizing two-day event. New ideas and connections that go way beyond business.
From catching up with friends and past clients in Seattle and Vashon Island to meeting inspiring colleagues from across the West and US —part reunion and recharge.
Seattle will always hold a special kind of magic for me and my family.

#TTRSothebys #SothebysRealty #TTInternationalRealty #LiveWiseDMV
#SeattleRealEstate #WashingtonDCRealEstate #VashonIsland #WestCoastConnections
#LuxuryRealEstate #ModernLiving #HighPerformanceHomes #AgentLife
#RealRelationships #WomenInRealEstate #ComingHome #GratitudePost by @livewisedmv

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a year ago