January & February 2008 Sales Figures for Carriage Homes in Braemar - 02/28/08 09:05 AM
Carriage Homes in Braemar have been a constant source of sales during the downtrending market in Prince William County. These last two month, a total of three Carriage Homes sold. First of all, if you are not familiar with the Carriage Homes, to put it plainly, they are the homes in … (0 comments)
Happy Buyers in Sterling, VA - 02/27/08 04:40 PM
What a great day for a settlement! My buyers made a terrific deal on this 3 level, one car garage townhouse in Sterling, VA. The unit has a fully fenced backyard, deck, finished basement, three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. Don't forget the walkout basement and hardwood floors on the … (3 comments)
So You Think So Much of Me that You Want Me to Sell Your House, but NOT List It - 02/27/08 04:19 PM
All I can do is laugh. Today I had two experiences that could have made me laugh or cry. I chose the former. First, a long time friend of the family sent a letter to me regarding her daughter's home. She wanted me to know that I could bring them a buyer … (5 comments)
One of Those Transactions that Keep you From Sleeping - 02/27/08 09:29 AM
It's been a while sinc e , but this is one that kept me up last night. We're going to settlement today (GOD WILLING), and it's a VA loan. I have absolutely nothing against VA Loans. They are great. But they are also picky. Here's what happened at the last minute... MINOR … (0 comments)
Anybody Still Working with Rentals in the Hollywood or Santa Monica Area? - 02/26/08 10:11 PM
I have a family member who is selling his home and moving to the So. Cal. area. He is looking in the areas of Studio City, Hollywood, West Hollywood or Santa Monica for a place to RENT. He will very likely be relocating premantly, but needs someone to help with a … (0 comments)
Am I Missing Something? Don't ARMS Have an Adjustment Limit? - 02/26/08 09:57 AM
It seems that everyday when I turn on the news, I hear more and more about the housing crisis in our country. Foreclosures continue to increase, home sales are decreasing. And somehow, ARM mortgages are the ones that are given the bad wrap. ARMS have specific adjustments...at least the plain old vanilla … (3 comments)
So You THINK You Live in Braemar - 02/25/08 10:54 PM
As a Realtor, I got involved in my HOA because I understand the benefit of great community amenities and community covenants. But when I first learned about Tartan Hills Village's relationship to Braemar (the larger community that THV is located within), I was shocked. To begin, the concept of Braemar is … (2 comments)
Money Merge Accounts: A Pessimist's Perspective - 02/25/08 04:07 PM
I logged onto one of my AR groups yesterday and saw an ad for MMAs (Money Merge Accounts). It was stated that this type of account could help you pay off your mortgage, giving you more money to spend, and utterly change your life. Who wouldn't want THAT?!!! Dad taught me, "IF … (5 comments)
Do You Mean What You Say? Or Should I Pick Up the Check Anyway? - 02/24/08 12:54 PM
There is never a boring minute in real estate. It's one of the reasons I love my job. In my first year of real estate, I found myself going broke buying lunches and dinners for potential clients. I was out to impress. I'd even argue others out of paying the bill. Then, a … (10 comments)
Parents Know Best---Or Should You Listen To Your Realtor? - 02/24/08 12:18 PM
Parents are always the first ones we go to for advice, especially with big decisions that they have already been through. And why not? They raised us from infancy. They taught us right from wrong, nursed our physical and emotional wounds, and helped us blossom into the adults we are … (5 comments)
Great Buyer Reactions!! - 02/22/08 04:41 PM
In my three years selling homes, I had never gotten that one buyer that had a reaction I will never forget....that was...until today. It began with a negotiation that had my buyer and I on the edge of our seats. An additional offer came in at the last minute, just when we had verbally … (0 comments)
Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery---Or Are People Just Lazy? - 02/22/08 04:27 PM
I teach technology classes to the newer agents, or technically challenged vets, in my office twice a month. Yesterday's class was on making the most of an agent website that is a freebe from our company. Imagine my surprise when my first pupil opened up her website, and I was staring at … (3 comments)
If I Can't Have This House----No One Can!!! - 02/17/08 06:28 PM
After a day of looking in the $250,000-$300,000 price range in the community of South Riding in Loudoun County, Virginia I am utterly exhausted. It is more of a mental fatigue than a physical one. 99% of the homes I have seen in the pat three months have been bank owned properties. … (8 comments)
Keeping your Home Secure! - 02/16/08 11:32 AM
In my neighborhood of Braemar in Prince William County, VA we've experienced a couple of break-ins recently. While no one was hurt and very little was taken, there is nothing like it to shake up the neighborhood and make you feel vulnerable. Several of my neighbors and I got together and made … (0 comments)
Combination Boxes...Why I Won't Use Them - 02/15/08 06:20 PM
The real estate market in Northern Virginia has seen an increase in foreclosure listings, short sale listings and the unfortunate rise of combination boxes. I know they about 75% cheaper than electronic lockboxes, but that's no reason to use them. This step back in technology has brought out the worst in some … (9 comments)
What Second Mortgages May Do to Make Money When Facing A Short Sale - 02/01/08 10:57 AM
I would start this particular post by saying that I was surprised when this happened in a transaction where I was a buyer representative, but at this point nothing in a short sale transaction surprises me. As a buyer representative, I try to prepare my buyers for the gut wrenching drama … (5 comments)
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Carriage Homes in Braemar have been a constant source of sales during the downtrending market in Prince William County. These last two month, a total of three Carriage Homes sold. 
