Lorton Homes for Sale - Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Laurel Crest, Laurel Highlands - 09/27/11 06:13 PM
Lorton Homes for Sale - Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Laurel Crest, and Laurel Highlands

Lorton is a charming community located just south of Springfield in northern Virginia's Fairfax County.  In recent years, Lorton VA real estate has undergone considerable growth and development making it the perfect place to buy your next condo, townhouse, or single family home.
 
Lorton homes for sale range from single and multi-level condominiums to a beautiful selection of luxury townhouses and single family homes.  If you are looking for your next dream home, Lorton has many upscale communities from which to choose.  One of Lorton's … (8 comments)

Kingstowne Alexandria Single Family Homes Market Update (22315) - 09/25/11 07:59 PM
Kingstowne Alexandria Single Family Homes Market Update (22315)
 
Kingstowne is a popular Alexandria suburb located just 15 minutes south of Washington, DC.  Kingstowne is home to a beautiful selection of single family homes with plenty of amenities to please the select buyer. 
 
The library of single family homes currently available for sale in the Kingstowne area (zip code 22315), range from a moderately priced 2BR, 2BA home to a large 7BR, 4BA home at roughly twice the price.  If you are looking for the perfect single family home, Kingstowne-Alexandria has many homes from which to choose.  To browse … (6 comments)

Pay It Forward, Silent Need Brings Silent Assistance - 09/25/11 01:08 PM
Pay It Forward, Silent Need Brings Silent Assistance
 
In today's economy uncertainty reigns, which makes being the family's sole provider a very difficult job.  But, what happens when the family's only financial resource comes to an end?  How does one cope?  Who will pay the rent or mortgage?  How will you afford your medication?  Should you tell anyone?  Borrow money from anyone?  If so, who?  Many of your family members and friends have been forced into the same scenario.  So, where do you go from here? 
 
Unfortunately, this is the scenario faced by many families today … and … (15 comments)

Alexandria VA Short Sales - 102 Active Short Sale Listings in Alexandria VA - 09/21/11 08:23 PM
Alexandria VA Short Sales - 102 Active Short Sales in Alexandria VA
 
Interesting in buying a short sale in Alexandria?  As of 9/21/11, there are 102 active short sale listings in Alexandria.  Currently, there are 70 short sale listings in Alexandria's Fairfax County and 32 short sale listings in the City of Alexandria.  
 
If you have been sitting on the fence waiting to buy your next home in Alexandria, why not check out the latest list of short sale properties available now!  This list contains everything from starter homes to luxury condos, townhouses, and single family detached homes.  If you … (10 comments)

Island Creek Homes For Sale - Alexandria VA Homes for Sale - 09/20/11 10:40 AM
Island Creek Homes for Sale - Alexandria VA Homes for Sale
 
Island Creek is a very popular subdivision located in Alexandria, Virginia.  Island Creek is home to a fine selection of condos, townhouses, and single family homes all strategically located within a 5-minute commute to Fort Belvoir.  If you are interested in buying a home in Alexandria and/or relocating to Fort Belvoir, Island Creek has the perfect blend of condos, town homes, and single family homes from which to choose.  Island Creek is also located within minutes from Alexandria's well-known community of Kingstowne.  Here you will find an assortment of shopping, … (2 comments)

Kingstowne Condos - Eton Square Condominiums Market Report - 09/18/11 05:04 PM
Kingstowne Condos - Eton Square Condominiums Market Report
 
Eton Square Condominiums is located in the popular suburban community of Kingstowne.  Kingstowne is one of Alexandria's most sought-after communities located just 15 minutes south of Washington, DC.  Eton Square Condos offer two separate community entrances divided by the well-known Kingstowne Boulevard. 
 
The first entrance to Eton Square Condos is directly across the street from the Kingstowne Shopping Center near Safeway.  The second entrance to Eton Square is across the street from the Toys-R-Us Shopping Center.  The single street that separates Eton Square Condominiums from the two shopping centers is … (0 comments)

18 Things to Consider Before Buying a Home in Virginia, Maryland or Washington, DC - 09/14/11 11:22 AM
18 Things to Consider Before Buying a Home in Virginia, Maryland or Washington, DC
 
I recently spoke with a prospective client regarding the possibility of buying a home in and around the northern Virginia area.  From this conversation, I realized that living in and around northern Virginia can mean different things to different people.  Some people describe it as living in the northern most cities in Virginia such as Alexandria, Arlington, Springfield, or Falls Church.  Others describe it as living in Virginia, Maryland or Washington, DC. 
 
For those who describe it as the latter, here are a few … (10 comments)

3 Key Factors to Consider Before Hiring Your Next Listing Agent in Alexandria VA - 09/14/11 11:20 AM
3 Key Factors to Consider Before Hiring Your Next Listing Agent in Alexandria VA
 
In I0 years of real estate, I have had the pleasure of working with some awesome listing agents.  Not only were they a pleasure to work with, they respectfully represented their seller clients and took extreme care in protecting the interest of the sellers from beginning to end.  What I admire most about these agents is their ability to work diligently on behalf of the sellers, while maintaining mutual respect for the buyers and the buyer's agent.  However, all listing agents are not the same.  As … (8 comments)

My Personal Plea on 9-11 - 09/11/11 09:22 PM
My Personal Plea on 9-11
 
I feel lucky that I did not know any of the victims from the 9-11 attacks.  However, that did not stop my heart from aching or the tears from running down my face as I watched the 9-11 coverage this weekend.  I hurt…not only for the victims of 9-11...but for the family members and friends they left behind.  As we remember the tragedies of 9-11 and all that it means to each of us, I pray that you are strengthened and comforted each day forward.  And in all things, trust God's wisdom as He continues … (10 comments)

Pay It Forward, Timing is Everything - 09/11/11 06:59 PM
Pay It Forward, Timing is Everything
 
This past week was an extremely busy one for me…deadlines everywhere!  And anyone who knows me, know that I am not the type to miss a deadline.  Rather, I am the type to "anticipate, prepare, and submit" long before crunch time; in most cases anyways. 
 
Well, last Tuesday was no exception.  I had tons of things to do with very little time to do them.  As I rushed around trying to check things off my to-do-list, I was distracted by a phone call from an old friend.  It was a friend I … (4 comments)

Alexandria Virginia Condos - 30 Day Market Comparison Report - August 2011 - 09/08/11 11:54 AM
Alexandria Virginia Condos - 30 Day Market Comparison Report -  August 2011
 
August 2011:  In the month of August, 110 new condo listings were added to the MLS (multiple listing service) in Alexandria. These listings include a total of 52 new condo listings in Alexandria's Fairfax County and 58 new condo listings in the City of Alexandria. Of these new listings, a total of 71 units remain active.  This list includes 36 new condo listings in Alexandria, Fairfax County and 35 new condo listings in the City of Alexandria.  
 
The total number of Alexandria condo units sold in the month of … (4 comments)