The Loudoun County website has recently been updated in certain areas, including portions of the Cities and Towns section.  The fast-growing Ashburn, Sterling, Dulles Corridor, Leesburg and Purcellville are the housing and business centers, whereas Middleburg, Waterford, Lovettesville and Paeonian Springs offer Loudoun views and historic character.

In addition to dozens of quaint historic areas and small towns, Loudoun is home to more than 10 excellent vineyards and wineries.  Actually, there are dozens of small, independent vineyards run by homeowners putting their 3, 5, 7 or more acres to work, for both love of outdoors and a nice county tax break on their property.

There are some charming homes for sales in Loudoun County...as well as executive and luxury homes for sale.  You just have to know where to look!  Glad to assist.  Best, Nikola

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Hurry to see this desirable model in Cascades...the highly-sought after Loudoun County community.  It may be hard to choose...whether you like the location best, or the great lot backing to mature trees and a walking trail, or the inside with true gourmet kitchen, oversized rooms and extra touches.  Unlikely that this home will be available long...so call today to see this lovely home in person.

Call Nikola at 703-579-7612

Luxury Home & Lifestyle in Leesburg, Virginia, on 3 gorgeous acres...just on the edge of Virginia Wine Country!  This wonderful property has all the touches, privacy and wishlist items you could want.  Meander around the heavily-wooded rear portion of the lot on a natural trail, stop for a few moments and watch the nearby horses, and step up and over the massive boulders added by professional landscapers.  Then, just wait until you see the inside!

It's no secret that home lending market has tightened up quite a bit...and it's difficult getting answers on loan applications and pending closes that you can rely on....or....well....take to the bank.  I know of a number of high loan-to-value deals where the buyers are using mortgage brokers who are subject to the rules and policy changes of the banks...and yes, banks are changing their programs all the time.

If you are ready to buy a home, do yourself a favor and get pre-approved by more than one lender, with at least one of the lenders being a bank that does in-house underwriting.

In Loudoun County or Fairfax County, I'd be glad to assist you in finding just the right home.  However, I'm glad to recommend several excellent bank lenders to you, no matter where you are buying.  Just give me a call.

Best, Nikola

http://wwwPaintingLoudounRed.com

Lovely & Immaculate Home Featuring Wonderful Upgrades in Purcellville, VA  (404 Mohawk Court) 

●Attractive styling and inviting floor plan to welcome you home every day!

●Entertain in the large gourmet kitchen with island, maple cabinets & updated appliances

●4 upper level bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms offer plenty of room

●Dramatic, oversized master bedroom has arched ceiling & luxury master bath

●Professionally decorated with paint, upgraded lighting, faucets & more!

●Large walk-out level basement has spacious finished rec room & large storage areas

●Just 3 blocks on sidewalks to the W&OD Trail, ideal for walkers & bike riders!

●Perfectly situated on a desirable cul-de-sac lot, backing to trees!

Truly a Must See Home at $549,500 in Old Dominion Valley, in Purcellville, VA

UPDATE:  THIS PROPERTY IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Lovely Custom Home With Engineered Modular Design and Wonderful Features Inside & Out!

See this fine home at 13297 Harpers Ferry Road...(see www.13297HarpersFerryRd.com)  

●Attractive styling, perfect touches and inviting floor plan to welcome you home every day!

●Entertain in the spacious kitchen with Silestone island, stainless appliances & cherry cabinets

●First-floor Master offers privacy, and features soaking tub with separate shower, & walk-in closet

●3 upper level bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms offer plenty of room for family & guests

●Fantastic, oversized finished "Loft" above huge 3-car garage is perfect for office, library or extra family room!

●Large walk-up unfinished basement with extra tall ceilings and double-open basement doors

●Perfectly situated on 3 nicely-proportioned acres with trees, an adjoining 6 AC avail, and no HOA! 

●Enjoy the country and still be in Purcellville in 10 minutes, or to Dulles Airport in 35 minutes

NOW just $600,000 for this advanced-design NEW Construction home in Purcellville, VA. on 3 Acres....or add 6+ more acres for a total price of $775,000!

Lovely & Immaculate Home With Wonderful Features Inside & Out!  (120 Burnell Pl)

●Attractive styling, perfect colors and inviting floor plan to welcome you home every day!

●Entertain in the oversized eat-in gourmet kitchen loaded w/granite and designer tile!

●4 upper level bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms offer plenty of room for family & guests

●Dramatic, vaulted master suite includes soaking tub, separate shower & large walk-in closet

●Large walk-out finished basement with luxury full bath, media center, high-tech wiring & more!

●Wonderful, oversized sunburst deck and new stone-edged patio are great for relaxing & BBQs!

●Perfectly situated on a quiet street, bordered by a common area and a 50-foot rear buffer zone!

●Commuter access is ideal, minutes to Greenway, RT 15 & RT 7, Dulles Airport is just 20 minutes

JUST REDUCED to $550,000 for this lovely home in Leesburg, VA.--- SOLD Summer 2007!!!

Whew, another weekend here and gone...another two open houses...and another 2 total attendees!

Is it just me, or are you also pulling from zero to just a few at open houses these days?  As I fight the rock hard ground in my area to install 5-6 signs for each open house, I'm thinking..."I'm having to put nearly 3 signs out per person who actually attends"...assuming it's not just a neighbor.

Separate question...can I assume you've tried...like I have...to promote Opens in the MLS, in newspaper, and even via postcards...and have not seen any measurable impact to attendance?

(I really do hope I'm the anomoly here...and want to hear your good ideas)

(I'm in Northern VA....we've been hit pretty hard by a buyer slowdown, and declining prices...I think a bit more than many other areas, partly due to our high price increases in the previous 2-3 years.)

Let the incentives begin!....well, continue.  New home builders just reported that the new housing starts were the lowest in 17 years....yikes!  However, this is good news for the prospective new home buyer.

I'm aware of one builder now offering a free rec room in the basement PLUS a free, equipped Media Room...screen and all!  Another is offering free upgrapes on multi-sided brick, upgraded landscaping packages and more.  Of course, granite, hardwood floors and a few other things that used to be "options" tend to now be standard.  The standard options are better than ever in communities in Leesburg & Ashburn such as Lansdowne, Belmont Country Club and River Creek.  Further West, in Purcellville & Hamilton, values abound in Heather Knolls, Hamilton Ridge and even Wright Farm Estates.

So, whereas I wish new home sales were higher (first, because that would mean move-up buyers would be selling their resale home....and second, the affected industries and work forces in construction, mortgages, appraisal, etc would have more stability), I envious of those buyer who are considering new homes right now.

This is a perfect time to buy if you're relocating to Loudoun County, or sold your property already, or trying to drive down the cost of an entry-level new single family home, townhouse or condo.

Remember to have a seasoned agent negotiating on your behalf to make sure every party in your transaction is not cutting corners as we ask them to cut prices!  I'd be glad to personally assist you in any way.

Best, Nikola

http://www.PaintingLoudounRed.com

Quick alert for Buyers throughtout the US, and especially in Loundoun County, VA and Fairfax County, VA.

I work with a number of excellent lending professionals...mostly from firms that underwrite their own loans...and am pleasantly surprised how they have made their lending programs so attractive for first-time AND repeat home buyers.  From reduced fees, to favorable rates and more transparency, I'm a believer the mortgage industry is an ally in helping individuals buy homes they can afford, on terms that meet each buyer's unique needs. 

There are very good borrowing options available today.  Please take the EXTRA time, and learn about more than one lender, their programs and who will service your loan after the closing.

I'm glad to share the names and numbers of several individuals who have earned their stripes, in my mind, as responsible lenders.

Best, Nikola

http://www.PaintingLoudounRed.com