community information: Need a little something to help you get in the holiday spirit? - 12/11/11 12:16 PM
Need a little something to help you get in the holiday spirit? Well if you live in Northern Virginia, you can see this amazing holiday light show in person. Just load up the car and head to Collingwood Rd, in Alexandria Virginia. Now when you get there and you pull off the side of the road. Turn your radio to 88.1 and turn up the volume as each new song comes on, the lights are choreographed to the music. My husband and I went last night and thankfully, I had my Flipshare Camera in my purse. Oh my what … (2 comments)
community information: MOLD must be big business for some.... " A lesson in why you should always get a second opinion" - 12/02/11 08:53 PM
Over the weekend I had gone to the basement to get my Christmas decorations only to discover the carpet in the storage room had gotten wet at some point. The room smelled damp and moldy. After moving a few things with the lights on, I noticed the carpet had dark spots were furniture legs had been and where the boxes were. Not wanting to take chances I called my local home inspector to come asses the situation. The inspector came right over ... Before entering the house, he said "Peggy, I can tell what your problem is before I even go inside. It is a grading issue." He then … (6 comments)
community information: How do you discreetly find out what your neighbors home sold for? - 11/15/11 08:29 PM
You drivve down the street and you see a new For Sale Sign or a maybe a you noticed a home that has been on the market a long time, now has a Sold Sign on it and you wonder... " How much did it sell for?" Well, you're not alone! Everyone wonders. Here's the good news. With today's technology we are able to offer you a powerful "Neighborhood Trends Report" that helps local Prince William County Virginia homeowners stay informed of local neighborhood real estate market values and where the market is going. No matter what community you live in, Lake Ridge, … (5 comments)
community information: Attention Lake Ridge Virginia Dog Owners- Have you been to the dog park at the Merrifield Garden Center in Gainesville Virginia? - 11/08/11 06:57 AM
I was out at Merrifield Gardens over the weekend in Gainesville Virginia. It was a beautiful fall afternoon with a nip in the air. I chose to sit by the outdoor fireplace with my girlfriend with a hot beverage and a warm slice of hot apple pie. ( Delicious!) The place is already decorated for the Christmas Holiday season. So many tree's and gifts and gorgeous plants.As we walked around the complex we heard dogs barking. I decided to investigate. Well, it was then I saw this sweet little Silky dog who was taking on all of the large dogs in the … (3 comments)
community information: Find The Home You Want, In The School District You Need in Lake Ridge Virginia. - 10/26/11 04:31 PM
Lake Ridge Virginia in Prince William County Virginia has five elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools! So how do you find the homes For Sale in the school district you need? Simple...I've customized the searches for you. Find single family homes, condominiums and townhomes For Sale in the school district you want to live. Below you will find links to MLS Listings that are for sale right now in the Lake Ridge Virginia area. Note:Due to the limits of technology and the accuracy of Realtors input into MLS, more homes may be available. So give me a … (0 comments)
community information: Do You Know What The Term "Doubling Up" Is? - 10/19/11 06:54 AM
Yesterday, I read an interesting article in the Realtor Magazine and the term bantered around was "Doubling Up." In the past my only frame of reference for the term "Doubling Up" was the photo featured below. In fact I went upstairs to find the shoe box where I kept all the old photos.I took this picture when I attended the Twins Day Event held in Twinsburg Ohio in the late 90's. Twinsburg Ohio is twin central every first weekend in August. For those who don't know, I have an identical twin sister. What made these twins in the photo unique, is they were married to each other and they all lived in the same house! Now that's … (9 comments)
community information: Fall Typically Brings Falling Leaves. But That's Not The Only Thing That's Falling.... - 10/01/11 08:12 AM
Local loan officer Markita Aldridge Woods of WestStar Mortgage here in Lake Ridge Virginia breaks down all the changes in the mortgage arena as we head into fall. FHA Loan limits ( the amount you can borrow with low down payment) has fallen from $729,750 to $625,000! This is going to impact our Luxury Home Market here in Prince William County Virginia. If you are facing a job transfer or you have an upcoming move on the horizon. Give me a call 703-851-3085. Let's talk about your options. Via Markita Woods FHA and VA Loans Woodbridge Mortgage Lender (WestStar Mortgage NLMS#196099): Government … (2 comments)
community information: Mushrooms Are Popping Up Everywhere....Many Are Poisonous ( Not only to Humans, but your Pet as well!) - 09/25/11 07:39 AM
Yesterday I took a walk. The sun peaked out for a few minutes. That said it is really icky outside, damp and wet. Mushrooms of all shapes and sizes are popping up everywhere. Then as I'm walking a Turkey Buzzard flys past me and lands on a nearby roof. Seriously? I wanted to click my heels and go anywhere but here... Here is a link to a site that tells you all about those mushrooms you are seeing in your yard. As you will see people are sending in all kinds of photos of Mushrooms this year. View Here We have three dogs, … (4 comments)
community information: Have You Ever Pick Up A Realtors Business Card and Looked At It and Thought..."That's Not The Same Person" - 09/21/11 09:47 AM
We've all been there, someone refers you to a Realtor or they hand you their business card or you see their photo online and you decide that is who you are going to call. However when you meet the person, they look nothing like their photo. That will never happen when you work or meet me. Why...well, I met my husband online nine years ago. Trust me when I say, people are funny. Many choose the best photo they have and post that. Sorry...that's false advertising! LOL!! My Motto: " Be honest about who you are, if you want to be taken … (11 comments)
community information: A New Use For My iPhone- I Snap Photos of Local Contractors That Frequent Lake Ridge Virginia - 09/02/11 07:24 AM
As many times as I travel up and down Old Bridge Rd in Lake Ridge Virginia, not a day goes by that I do not see a handyman, electrician, chimney sweep, pest control, paint contractors that services the Lake Ridge Virginia area residents. So I've found a new use for my iPhone! As I approach a light, whenever I see a local contractor in the area, I snap a photo of the vehicle.So many independent contractors do not have websites, this is just one way to help our our local business people. That way when ever someone calls and needs a … (0 comments)
community information: I Just Love Getting The Before and After Photos From My Customers - 08/29/11 09:55 AM
It never gets old! I just love getting the photos from my customers who have purchased homes. Every purchasers who buys a home has hopes and dreams of what they want the home to look and feel like. Hurricane Irene allowed one of our most recent purchasers to complete the Master Bedroom Makeover!
Keep the photos coming...our readers just love seeing what's possible! In the photo above the new homeowners purchased the Bamboo Flooring on sale at a local home improvement store, rented a saw and took on a do it yourself project to save money. In … (3 comments)
community information: Market Snapshot For The Lake Ridge Virginia Area August 2011. Many Luxury Homes Have Sold In Less Than 45 Days! - 08/29/11 08:21 AM
The Real Estate Market Snapshot above is of the 22192 zip code area. This is a report that I send out to my customers and clients monthly to help them get a visual of how the local Lake Ridge Virginia real estate market is doing. In the snapshot above I want you to notice that high end homes in the $400,000 to $500,000 are in demand and we have also seen many $700,000 to $800,000 sell quickly as well. Most have sold in less than 40 days! Click on the snapshot above and click on the differnet tabs. For example if you … (9 comments)
Below is the home that Erick and Company sold for Pat just a few months ago. It was located at 12291 … (0 comments)
community information: Did You Have Any Damage? Are You Sure? Local Home Inspector Suggests You Do A Walk Around Your Home. - 08/24/11 06:24 AM
Today I read a very informative blog post written by Jay Markanich a local home inspector. Read below what he suggests every homeowner should look for around your home. Via Jay Markanich - Virginia Home Inspector (Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC): Interestingly, within an hour of the earthquake my phone began ringing! People with questions about what to do and what to look for around their houses. I had to admit to them that I have never done this before, but I visualized my house and checked off a verbal list for people to follow. When the earthquake hit I was home … (1 comments)
community information: He Said " The Most Frustrating Part of Relocating To Northern Virginia So Far,Has Been Learning How To Deal With The Traffic!" - 08/09/11 01:47 PM
I was working with a relocating buyer the other day. He's been here awhile and his family has just arrived in the area, so now it is time to seriously pick out a place to live. As I was driving to the next home, I asked the husband what has been the worst part of the relocation so far. He said- "Traffic...learning how to get to and from work!" He further explained, after driving by myself, taking the bus from the place where I am staying in Lake Ridge Virginia, and trying the VRE I learned about Slugging. So I decided to try it one morning. That is an awesome system!" Peggy, … (4 comments)
community information: An Awesome Tutorial on How Google + 1 Works... " I like it!" - 07/23/11 07:35 AM
Learn how to start using Google + 1 Buttons read more here Curious how it works? Me too. Add me in one of your circles and let's test it. This is how it works Online. If you are searching for something and you come across a post or a service provider you like a restaurant whatever. Just click on the Google +1 Button. ( it is that simple)
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community information: This Weeks Caller. "I'm Calling From London England, and I Want To Know...?" - 07/18/11 07:41 PM
This weeks calls and Internet Inquiries were interesting: The one that really cuts through to heart is the call I received from England one morning early. Caller: " I am calling your from London England. My questions isn't about real estate. However from what I can see it appears your team knows the area well." I am looking for a farm where my Mom used to go all the time when I was little. I remember the horse farm as being picturesque and peaceful. Well when Mom past away, she wanted her ashes sprinkled on the land that she loved … (2 comments)
community information: Why I Chose Real Estate! "I Bought Into The Hype One Could Make Quick Money...and I Needed Money Fast!" - 07/17/11 02:15 PM
Someone recently asked me why I chose to be a full time REALTOR® ?If I were to answer that truthfully, it would be because in the early 90's my first husband had lost his job, and decided he was going to do home improvement. After one year of that, it was clear he was not cut out to be self employed. I was in new homes sales and the real estate market was in horrible shape. Bills were coming in, and income was not. We had a mortgage, car payments and we were newly married. I'll admit it, I bought into the hype that general brokerage REALTORS® make fast … (9 comments)
community information: Is Your Reticular Activator On? - 07/02/11 09:32 AM
What is your Reticular Activator? Ah...that is the part of the brain that gets stimulated when you see something that interests you. So what does that have to do with real estate? Plenty...
Let's say you are pre-approved for a home loan and you know exactly what you want to buy. You want a Brick Front home with a side load garage. All of sudden you begin to notice as your drive all of the homes that have Brick Fronts. It is just like when you buy a new car. You go looking for a car, you pick the one you … (0 comments)
Lake Ridge VA Real Estate News- Peggy James a local Realtor® helps home buyers and sellers in the Woodbridge,Lake Ridge, Manassas, Dale City, and Quantico Virginia area's. Ask questions, learn about short sales, foreclosure homes,how to sell your home fast. Find active homes for sale, learn "what's happening" in the local Prince William County Virginia Real Estate market.
Let me know if I can help you with a real estate question call 703-851-3085.
Peggy just helped us buy a single family home and is an AMAZING agent! She was wonderful through the whole process.She was always there if we needed ... more
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I cannot begin to explain how wonderful my home-buying experience was thanks to Peggy. Being new to the area, I found myself overwhelmed with the idea ... more
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