alexandria: Nature's Fireworks - 06/07/08 09:21 PM
This evening in Northern Virginia after a day of sweltering temperatures that actually reached 100 degrees, we're watching an amazing thunder and lightning display move its way through Alexandria.
Since I live on the 16th floor of a high-rise condominium building (Alexandria Knolls West -- where I currently have this wonderful … (36 comments)
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alexandria: Which Homes Are Selling the Fastest and With the Least Discount? The Answer May Surprise You - 04/29/08 04:32 PM
Whether you are in the market to buy a home or to sell your current home, it is important to keep abreast of market statistics (or at least to work with a knowledgeable REALTOR who does). Newspapers, national magazines, and television news report on regional and national trends, but don't do … (34 comments)
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alexandria: Will the Sellers Come Down on the Price? - 02/18/08 09:40 AM
People who are selling their homes need be cognizant of the questions that buyers ask when viewing homes.
The first question on every buyer's mind is invariably: How Long Has That House Been on the Market? A close second and closely linked with the first question is the ever present query: … (32 comments)
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alexandria: When is Alexandria NOT Alexandria? - 02/05/08 08:54 AM
What the heck does he mean by that title?
In Northern Virginia, A is not always A.
To make sense of this, you must understand that in addition to counties, Virginia also has independent cities, with separate city governments and services that are not part of any county. Thus, the mailing … (16 comments)
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alexandria: Foreclosures and Bank-Owned Properties in Alexandria Virginia - 01/25/08 01:27 PM
Foreclosures can be very rough on an owner of a home. There's lots of blame to spread around. Some of the blame falls on unscrupulous and/or greedy lenders, some on unwise borrowers, some on the frenzy of the recent real estate boom, and yes, even some of it on the bad … (22 comments)
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alexandria: Condos with a View -- Carlyle Towers in Old Town Alexandria - 10/12/07 07:47 AM
Carlyle Towers in Old Town Alexandria offers luxury amenities and some of the units have outstanding views of Alexandria, the George Washington Masonic Memorial (pictured), and the D.C. skyline.
Carlyle Towers condominiums is a three-building complex on the western end of Old Town Alexandria comprised of 2121 Jamieson Avenue, 2151 Jamieson … (16 comments)
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alexandria: Walk to Fight Breast Cancer in Alexandria - 10/11/07 07:05 PM
The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Did you know that today the five year survival rate for women with localized breast cancer is 97%? Back in the 1940s, only 72% of women diagnosed with breast cancer survived for five years.
In the U.S. the lifetime risk of a woman … (4 comments)
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alexandria: Houses on a Hill: Overlook in Alexandria - 10/08/07 10:06 PM
If you've ever driven down Edsall Road heading west towards I-395, you may have noticed two entrances to a neighborhood called Overlook.
But chances are that unless you were specifically looking for a townhouse in this area of town, or you were just up for exploring and a short detour, … (13 comments)
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alexandria: Not a Statistic to Boast About: Teen Pregnancy in Alexandria Virginia - 09/18/07 10:40 PM
Having lived and worked as a Realtor in Alexandria, Virginia for the last 6 years, I spend much of my time pointing out the highlights of our area and describing the amenities of Alexandria and the surrounding towns to potential homebuyers. I’ve even (with tongue-in-cheek) proclaimed my joy at Money Magazine’s … (9 comments)
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alexandria: Northern Virginia's 15 Wealthiest Zip Codes - 09/15/07 05:10 PM
Back in March, I wrote an article about the average home sales prices in some of the pricier Northern Virginia and D.C. neighborhoods according to zip code. (SEE Northern Virginia & D.C. Golden Zip Codes Revisited).
The D.C. and Northern Virginia area is one of the wealthiest in the country, not just … (3 comments)
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alexandria: Slow Market? No, it's Holding Steady in Alexandria, Virginia - 09/13/07 03:53 PM
Wherever I go these days, whomever I speak with, upon finding out that I am a Realtor, says the same thing "How are you doing these days? Slow market isn't it? Tough real estate market, eh?"
The facts are that the real estate market is always tough. If it isn't tough for … (7 comments)
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alexandria: Biking Around Northern Virginia and the D.C. Area - 08/31/07 09:49 AM
Throughout the Spring, Summer and Fall, Northern Virginia and D.C. residents enjoy the outdoors. One such way is by taking to the roads, or better yet the paths... the bike paths. Bicycling paths and multi-use trails abound throughout the Greater Washington area. Bicycling is a great way to get some exercise, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: What Homes did NOT Sell in Alexandria During the Past Week? - 08/20/07 06:42 PM
In trying to keep up with the Northern Virginia real estate market, we often focus on what has sold recently, and the current inventory of homes on the market. An often overlooked factor in determining pricing of homes for sale is to examine expired listings, or the homes that have NOT … (1 comments)
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alexandria: 7 Things You Must Do to Sell Your Home in Northern Virginia - 08/15/07 09:07 AM
With the record inventories of homes for sale in Northern Virginia, it has become increasingly crucial to follow certain steps in order to sell your home in the current market.
As of this morning, there are close to 9,600 homes for sale in Northern Virginia:
Fairfax County: 7,630 homes for saleAlexandria: 1,353 homes … (4 comments)
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alexandria: Can a Homebuyer Get Sellers to Pay Closing Costs in Today's Northern Virginia Market? Answer: It Depends - 08/11/07 03:39 PM
One of the most frequent questions that I get from clients is whether sellers are willing to contribute towards closing costs. I recently wrote an article with a detailed breakdown of purchaser's closing costs in Virginia. Depending on several variables including lender's fees, location of the sale, price of the property, … (13 comments)
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alexandria: Farmers Markets in Arlington & Alexandria: Fresh Produce & Fun - 08/10/07 06:24 PM
Looking for fresh produce and fun? Why not visit one of the many local Farmers Markets held in Arlington or Alexandria!
Usually thought to be territory for those early-risers on the weekend, there are actually local farmers markets that have extended morning hours and even afternoon hours and during the week as … (1 comments)
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alexandria: Old Town Alexandria: Homes For Sale -- Something Old, Something New & Market Statistics - 08/10/07 02:44 PM
Old Town Alexandria is one of the most popular areas in Alexandria City for homebuyers. Occupying zip code 22314, Old Town's charms include the Potomac River, the Torpedo Factory Art Galleries (inside of what was once an actual torpedo factory), and the many great restaurants, boutique shops, historic homes, and businesses … (8 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria Condo for Sale at Mayflower Square -- Great Price for 2 bedroom condo - 08/08/07 12:30 PM
I just listed this condo on the market today at Mayflower Square. It's priced at $235,000 and is a great deal for a 2 bedroom condo in Alexandria. It's just off 395, near the West End of Alexandria and an easy commute to to Old Town Alexandria, the Pentagon, and D.C. … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Northern Virginia: July's Least Expensive Sales - 07/29/07 01:43 PM
Yesterday's blog post discussed Northern Virginia's most expensive sales for the month of July 2007. Today we examine the least expensive sales of single family homes, townhouses and condos in Northern Virginia for the month.
The buyers who bought these homes were able to do so without losing the shirts off their … (2 comments)
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alexandria: Cameron Station Market Update: Summer Sales in Premier Alexandria Community - 07/24/07 04:03 PM
Cameron Station is one of the premier communities in Alexandria, Virginia. Summer sales have been strong. Currently there are 13 homes on the market. This includes 11 townhouses and 2 detached single family homes, priced from $569,900 through $1,149,900.
Here’s an update on the sales in Cameron Station during the … (0 comments)
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