Potomac Club In Prince William County-Multiple Offers in One Week - 04/27/09 10:17 AM
If you are thinking of listing your home this spring give Cindy Jones a call at 703-346-2213.
This home in Potomac Club generated three offers in one week! … (0 comments)

Springfield VA-A Guide to Local School Pyramids - 04/23/09 06:44 AM
For anyone looking to buy a home in Springfield Virginia you will hear the term "school pyramid" used to describe the schools that feed into the four local high schools.West Springfield, Robert E. Lee, South County Secondary School and Lake Braddock Secondary School are the four high schools at the top of the pyramid for children living in Springfield neighborhoods. There are multiple elementary schools that feed each of these schools. There are also elementary schools in the Burke Centre community that also feed to Lake Braddock and South County as well.
The following chart shows you the current schools assigned … (0 comments)

Springfield Va-Terra Grande Colonial with Loads of Updates - 04/23/09 06:35 AM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this terrific West Springfield home … (0 comments)

Springfield VA-Charlestown a West Springfield Classic Neighborhood - 04/23/09 06:33 AM
Are you looking for a way to spend the $8000 first time home buyer's incentive? Then you might want to consider the all brick townhouses in the Charlestown neighborhood in West Springfield to use your piece of the incentive.You don't find many neighborhoods that have been as well maintained as this one. With an HOA that does all of the outside maintenance including a three year paint schedule, roofing, sidewalks, brick courtyard walls and front landscaping it makes the homeowners jobs to a minimum.
While the neighborhood is primarily made up of three level townhouses there are a scattering of two … (0 comments)

Springfield VA-Cardinal Forest Detached Home Tour - 04/23/09 06:25 AM
If you are looking for a West Springfield "classic" neighborhood then you don't have to look any further than the detached homes of Cardinal Forest. Popular since the first homes were built in the mid 1960's, even though they were in the "middle of no where", off the then two lane Keene Mill Road the neighborhood has continued to mature and improve with age.
With easy access to Fairfax County parkland, express bus service to the Pentagon, slug lines, shopping and top tier Fairfax County Schools all within walking distance it isn't hard to know why this neighborhood is a West … (0 comments)

Lake Ridge (VA) Schools -Award of Excellence Schools - 04/23/09 06:19 AM
One of the reasons families are attracted to the Lake Ridge Community in Prince William County are the schools in the community. Students of all ages can attend public schools within the community which is just one of the perks of live in Lake Ridge.This year the five community elementary schools were all awarded the Prince William County Schools of Excellence Awards and Lake Ridge Middle School was also recognized as well.
Antietam Elementary SchoolLake Ridge Elementary SchoolOld Bridge Elementary SchoolRockledge Elementary SchoolSpringwoods Elementary SchoolLake Ridge Middle School

"Schools of Excellence criteria were adjusted this year to reflect the continuous … (0 comments)

Fort Belvoir Relocation-Enjoy An Afternoon with Mother Nature - 04/23/09 06:00 AM
Perfect timing on Cindy Jones post on the Accotink Bay Wildlife Refuge on Fort Belvoir.
On Sunday April 26th the Outdoor and Recreation Club on Fort Belvoir is sponsoring a walk to explore the nature reserve and look for wild turkey and woodcock.  You need to be ready to get up early as the walk starts at 5 AM!For more infomation call 703-805-3081.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
Perched high overlooking the Potomac River the Fort Belvoir's Officer Club has one of the best views in all of Northern Virginia.
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Helpful Hints on Making Your Next Move - 04/22/09 07:52 AM
It doesn't matter how many times you move each time seems to bring a new set of challenges. Often the move just across town is the hardest as you think maybe I'll just throw the little things in my car and not worry about wrapping them up. It never fails that is the time you have to hit your brakes and everything goes flying.
One of the most important things you can do when you are getting ready for a move is to create a move checklist. If you are undertaking a "Do it yourself" move start scouring your local Craig's … (2 comments)

Prince William County (VA)-Check out this Potomac Club Townhouse - 04/22/09 07:45 AM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this great property! REGULAR SALE! … (0 comments)

WEST SPRINGFIELD CLASSIC COLONIAL-UPDATED AND READY TO GO - 04/18/09 02:43 PM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this terrific West Springfield home … (0 comments)

Fort Belvoir-Check out the New Post Housing - 04/18/09 02:30 PM
This post really shows that Cindy Jones knows more than just the neighborhoods outside of Fort Belvoir.  Cindy has taken time to go on post and look at the options for families who may qualify and choose to live on post on their next tour.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
The first question you might ask is why would a Realtor® blog about base housing?   Don't you want to sell me a house?  It would be nice if everyone who moved to Fort Belvoir would buy a home but in reality many families … (0 comments)

New Construction in Prince William County-How are the Builders Doing? - 04/17/09 04:14 PM
It is interesting to tour through many of the "newer" communities in Prince William County and see where there are just piles of dirt and the promise of community ammentities.  Cindy's post points out yet another reason why a good buyer's agent can help you sort out fact from fiction when you are looking for a new home.

Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
It is just another one of the many questions that a buyer looking at new home construction today has to conside.  Buyers wandering through beautifully … (0 comments)

Wounded Warrior Project Received $4000 from Belmont Bay Craft Guild - 04/17/09 04:11 PM
The Belmont Bay Craft Guild which sells original jewelry designs around the Prince William County area raised $4000 in 2008 to contribute to the Wounded Warrior Project.  The crafters from the community sell their items at various local craft shows as well as the Coffee Club Café in the VRE station and at the Belmont Bay Marina.The Wounded Warrior Project delivers transitional care backpacks to service men and women who have been injured in the line of duty.  The backs contains phone calling cards, CD players, magazines and other requested items for those with long term stays in military hospitals and … (0 comments)

The Historic Town of Occoquan-Going Green on Saturday April 18th - 04/16/09 02:17 PM
The Historic Town of Occoquan is sponsoring three events as a kick off to their on-going "going green" campaign.  The first event is the opening of the Occoquan Farmers Market on Mill Street running between 8 -12.   Please remember to bring your canvas bags to take home all of your fresh produce and baked goods.  The farmers market will run all summer except for the summer craft's fair weekend in June.At the same time the town is also sponsoring a Recycling Day.  There will be a free shredding truck in town and you can bring up to 3 bags or boxes … (7 comments)

Featured Weekend Listings Available from the Cindy Jones Team - 04/16/09 07:14 AM
Looking for a new home? All of these properties are perfect for military families headed to Fort Belvoir, Quantico, Pentagon or any installations in the Military District of Washington. Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to schedule an appointment to see any of these properties and to discuss your upcoming housing needs. … (0 comments)

Fort Belvoir Relocation-Belmont Bay Townhouse Overlooking the Golf Course - 04/16/09 06:56 AM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this great townhouse in Belmont Bay … (0 comments)

Military Relocation-West Springfield (VA) Welcomes You - 04/16/09 06:50 AM
If you haven't been stationed in Northern Virginia before one of the first things that you want to become familiar with are all the different commuting options available. Depending on the neighborhood you may have the option for an express bus, a metro ride, VRE or slug line. Many who "slug" in the morning take a bus home in the evening, so you are not stuck with just one choice of how to come and go.
Once you have an idea of your commuting options then we can take a closer look at some of the Fairfax County neighborhoods that have … (0 comments)

Military Relocation-Operation Purple Camp for Military Children - 04/16/09 06:39 AM
Since 2004 the National Military Family Association has supported Operation Purple Camp for military children ages 7-17 who have parents deployed overseas.  The goal of the camp is to help children have a fun week of traditional camp fun and meet other children who understand what they are experiencing.  Operation Purple Camp operates at over 62 camps spread out across 37 states and territories.  In Virginia there are two locations, Paris VA (for teens) and New Castle (all ages).  Supported by the Sierra Club and the Sierra Club Foundation the camps are free for the families who participate. 
Check with the … (2 comments)

Prince William County-Perfect Potomac Club TH with All the Bells & Whistles - 04/14/09 07:36 PM
Contact Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this perfect home! Available in the MRIS on Thursday April 16, 2009 … (2 comments)

Fort Belvoir Relocation-Great Home Within 5 Miles of the Main Gate - 04/13/09 09:58 AM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this great home today! … (2 comments)

Lake Ridge (VA) First Quarter Sales for the Past Five Years - 04/11/09 03:05 PM
Terrific comparitive statistics for first quarter sales in the Lake Ridge Community in Prince William County.  It is nice to see data that shows a true historic trend of prices.

Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
Tracking the sales history in Lake Ridge (VA) closely is important for me to be able to provide realistic advice to buyers and sellers about pricing a home to sell or making an offer to buy.  Since we have just completed the first quarter of real estate sales for 2009, trying to predict whether … (0 comments)

Insiders Guide-Kingstowne (VA) Big Enough to Be a City but It's Not - 04/11/09 03:02 PM
Recently I've noticed that some agents have created a "new city" in Fairfax County by the name of Kingstowne.  For buyers who are seaching for a new home this can be a bit confusing.Kingstowne is not a city of its own even though it certainly is larger than some cities in our area.  In fact Kingstowne is a planned community with a postal address of Alexandria but it is located in Fairfax County.  With over 5200 residences it is one of the biggest planned communities in Fairfax County but it doesn't have it's own mayor or governing authority.  It does have a very … (0 comments)

Fort Belvoir and Kingstowne-Good Neighbors in Fairfax County VA - 04/11/09 02:51 PM
Terrific information about the close ties between Fort Belvoir and the community of Kingstowne just a few miles away.

Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
We don’t always get to decide who are neighbors are going to be. We take our chances when we see new houses going up around us. Deciding to put out the welcome mat often helps pull your new neighbors in and makes them feel welcome. And this is case with Fort Belvoir and Kingstowne. When the earth movers first arrived on a large … (0 comments)

Spend you Spring Watching the Osprey and Summer on Your Boat - 04/11/09 02:48 PM
Harborside Condominiums Listed and Marketed by Cindy Jones … (0 comments)

Take in the View Overlooking the Monuments & Potomac River - 04/11/09 02:45 PM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to Schedule a Showing … (0 comments)

Insiders Guide-Springfield (VA) Public School Guide - 04/11/09 07:14 AM
For anyone looking to buy a home in Springfield Virginia you will hear the term "school pyramid" used to describe the schools that feed into the four local high schools.West Springfield, Robert E. Lee, South County Secondary School and Lake Braddock Secondary School are the four high schools at the top of the pyramid for children living in Springfield neighborhoods. There are multiple elementary schools that feed each of these schools. There are also elementary schools in the Burke Centre community that also feed to Lake Braddock and South County as well.
The following chart shows you the current schools assigned … (2 comments)

Insiders Guide-Rygate in West Springfield Five Year Sales History - 04/10/09 05:40 PM
The 100 brick townhouses that make up the Rhygate neighborhood in West Springfield might have been one of the best kept secrets in the area but no longer! Tucked just off Rolling Rd behind the Springfield Golf and Country Club the neighborhood has no through streets giving the community a great sense of privacy. Community Map
Over the last few years the sales in Rygate have risen and fallen with the rest of the Northern Virginia area. As you can see from the chart the prices in 2008 are almost at 2003 levels.

Within minutes of multiple transportation options, a … (2 comments)

Springfield VA-New Listing Perfect for First Time Home Buyers! - 04/10/09 05:28 PM
Call Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213 to see this great home today! … (0 comments)

Easter Bunny Spotted Hopping Towards Lake Ridge (VA) - 04/07/09 07:39 AM
Parents don't forget the deadline for registration for the Lake Ridge Eggstravaganza ends April 8, 2009.Cost is $3 for LRPRA members and $5 for non-membersChildren up to the age of 10 can participate.
Event location is the LRPRA Office:12350 Oakwood DriveWoodbridge, VA
Get your baskets ready.  The bunny is on his way!

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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms- Who Cares? - 04/06/09 07:01 PM
Let's face it anyone can plant thousands of Cherry tress around a national mall and keep them alive for 100 years.  It isn't any big deal.  Why do thousands, make that a hundred thousand people tromp into Washington DC every year to look at these blooming trees?  Please get out of my way you are holding up traffic.Oh wait...they are spectacular, they smell wonderful, everyone is happy to see them and they wake us up out of our winter slumber.As the character Emily Litella used to say on Saturday Night Live......never mind.
 
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Insiders Guide-Prince William County Center - 04/03/09 03:34 PM
You often hear the news talk about eastern or western Prince William County but in reality it is one huge county that covers 338 square miles with no official dividing line. Growth in county has spurred new development throughout the county and one such community is the Prince William County Center development that is located directly across the street from the Prince William County Government Center.
 The first thing buyers considering the County Center development might be surprised to discover is the activities that take place across the street at the PW government center. Did you know you could take in … (0 comments)

Insiders Guide-Potomac Club in Prince William County - 04/03/09 03:23 PM
New construction still continues at the Potomac Club one of the new communities growing along the Route 1 corridor in Prince William County. Located on located on 200 the neighborhood features townhomes style condominums built by three recognized area builders, Pulte, Ryan and M/I homes.
The crown jewel of the neighborhood is the incredible $12 million dollar Potomac Club which sits at the entrance to the community. Featuring both indoor and outdoor pools, a rock wall, billiards room and casual lounge the clubhouse was designed as a place for residents to gather and relax. The club also is a WiFi … (0 comments)

Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation-Check out Just Some of the Things You Can Do - 04/03/09 03:17 PM
One of the reasons owners in Lake Ridge in Prince William County Virginia enjoy the community is the variety of events that take place. Not only are there the special events such as the Eggstravaganza, Ridgefield Pool Fish Out and Doggie Swim but there are a number of regular events that occur as well.
The following are just some of the clubs and classes that meet in Lake Ridge on a regular basis.Book Club
When: Last Monday of the monthWhere: Tall Oaks Community CenterTime: 7PMBridge ClubWhen: First & Third Friday of the monthWhere: Talls Oaks Community CenterTime: 7:30 PM
Garden ClubWhen: … (2 comments)

Belmont Bay-Marina Front Living at Harborside Condominiums - 04/02/09 06:23 PM
Harborside Condominiums are listed and marketed by Cindy Jones, Associate Broker, RE/MAX Allegiance … (2 comments)

Coffee or Ice Cream How do you Decide? - 04/02/09 05:53 PM
There aren't too many places you can go where you can find a double set of trouble facing you.  However in Lake Ridge there is one that you face as soon as you enter the neighborhood at Tackett's Mill.A Baskin Robbins and Dunkin Donuts shop front and center!  Would you like Fudge Ripple with your French Vanilla Latte?  Or you can tone it down to a dozen munchkins and single scoop of mint chocolate chip.  If you need that sugar rush and caffeine jolt to go, don't worry there is a drive in.Located conveniently within a few minutes of the Minnieville … (0 comments)

Insiders Guide-April is Packed with Fun in Lake Ridge (VA) - 04/02/09 05:49 PM
With the buds on the trees just beginning to show themselves it's time to look at what Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation has in store for residents.
April 3rd is the annual Ridgewood Pool Fish Out. Every year the pool is stocked with 700 trout and residents can enjoy an opportunity to catch their limit without having a VA fishing license. Instructions for fishing from the LRPRA website: "Fishermen can bring their own tackle (single barb hooks only)) or rent cane poles at the pool for $1.00 each. Fish will bite on corn, cheese, mini marshmallows, worms, and lures. Bait cups will … (0 comments)

Insiders Guide-Eagle Festival at Mason Neck State Park - 04/02/09 05:38 PM
Enjoy a day long festival on April 25th to celebrate Earth Day at Mason Neck State Park in Lorton.  You can start the day with a 5K run/walk and end the evening with a Star Gazing Program.In between there will be a bird walk, obviously looking for Eagles, Hay Rides, Raptor demonstrations and so much more.  Admission and parking for everything but the 5K are free.  Food will be available from the Mason Neck Lions Club and Mason Neck has picnic areas by the Nature Center.The 5K starts at 8 am and the festival events run from 10 am to 5 … (0 comments)

Spring Move-Getting Organized is the Key - 04/02/09 10:36 AM
It doesn't matter how many times you move each time seems to bring a new set of challenges. Often the move just across town is the hardest as you think maybe I'll just throw the little things in my car and not worry about wrapping them up. It never fails that is the time you have to hit your brakes and everything goes flying.
One of the most important things you can do when you are getting ready for a move is to create a move checklist. If you are undertaking a "Do it yourself" move start scouring your local Craig's … (2 comments)

 
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