military relocation: The Early Bird Gets the Slugs In Northern Virginia - 08/15/11 10:43 PM
If you are just moving to West Springfield (VA) from another part of the country the term "slug line" make you go YUCK. However for anyone who has lived in the area for awhile the term "slug line" means a great way to get from a West Springfield neighborhood to the Pentagon or other major DC employment areas.One of the questions that anyone relocated to the area asks is about public transportation options. Once newcomers understand the value of a slug line...it is FREE then they wonder if they can find a home within a mile of a slug line.
The … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Housing And Transportation A Big Part Of Your Northern Virginia Relocation Decision - 07/02/11 08:31 PM
Thinking of buying a home in the Northern Virginia area? Wonder what the cost of owning that home and commuting in the area might cost you per year? Transportation and housing affordability are a big part of the buying process. The Urban Land Institute has developed a calculator to help show how these costs vary among different locations.
One of the first decisions that Northern Virginia buyers look at is whether they should buy a home "inside or outside" the beltway. Commuting is a big part of that decision. The calculator gives you a chance to play with the numbers and … (4 comments)
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military relocation: Summer Time Moves Are Here-Tips For Moving With Your Pet - 05/23/11 07:45 AM
It is that time of year when military families start to plan their summer moves. The weather can be very dangerous to anyone moving in the heat of the summer with a pet. First of all many pets just don't take well to travel of any kind but add 90 degree temperatures on top of that and the combination can be deadly.
If you are getting ready for a cross country move you need to make sure that you have checked with the hotels along your route to make sure that they can accommodate your animals. Yes, I know if you … (1 comments)
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military relocation: Should We Rent Or Buy A Home On Our Upcoming Move to Northern Virginia? - 01/18/11 12:15 PM
Though the Northern Virginia market was not as hard hit as some parts of the country deciding to buy a home when you know your time in the area is short means more research.If you are a military family headed to Fort Belvoir, the Pentagon or Quantico and trying to decide whether to buy or rent give Cindy Jones and CJ Realty Group a call to talk about your options.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (CJ Realty Group, Inc.):
Cindy,We have upcoming orders to the Pentagon and are trying to decide whether to rent or … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Moving to Northern Virginia? Let Your Pets Stay in Luxury While the Movers Unpack - 01/16/11 10:02 PM
If your family includes a pet or two, making sure that they are safe and secure during your move can often be just as important as making sure your household goods arrive in one piece. I've moved many times with pets and I know how difficult it can be find good care for your pet in a new surrounding. The first thing to remember if you are moving with a pet is to make sure you set aside your pets health history and medications they may need while in transit. Since most pets are lost during move-in day making sure that … (0 comments)
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military relocation: What's the Climate Like in Northern Virginia? - 01/02/11 07:21 PM
If you are relocating to Northern Virginia you can be prepared for 4 seasons of weather. Unfortunately they don't always follow what season the calendar says it should be. However if you like variety in both your weather and choices of neighborhoods then Northern Virginia is the place to call home.
Via Chris Ann Cleland, Associate Broker (Long & Foster REALTORS®, Gainesville, VA):
What's the climate like in Northern Virginia?
That's the first question you may have if you just found out that you're job is tranferring you to Northern Virginia. You can read temperature and rainfall statistics until you … (1 comments)
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military relocation: Fort Belvoir-When You Can't Find it On Post - 12/29/10 03:25 PM
In this last 24 hours the Cindy Jones team has had two emails from families relocating to Fort Belvoir in the near future. It seemed a good time to repost this information on some of the local shopping close to Fort Belvoir.If you have PCS orders to Fort Belvoir give Cindy Jones and CJ Realty Group a call at 703-346-2213 to discuss your housing needs.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (CJ Realty Group, Inc.):
Fort Belvoir has a lot to offer military families on post. However we all know that you can't find everything you … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Annual Armed Forces Community Event & Veterans Parade-Old Town Manassas - 10/30/10 09:04 AM
Third Annual Armed Forces Community Covenant Second Annual Veterans Day Parade Harris Pavilion-Old Town Manassas VA November 6, 2010 9:30AM - 4:00PM "Honoring Our Nations Veterans and Active Military" This year the Quantico/Fort Belvoir Business Alliance (QBRA) is once again supporting our local military families with a special event featuring not only the second annual parade but a day of events and fun planned just for them.
Families will enjoy a variety of activities including rock climbing, displays of military vehicles, information booths and food. Country music star Ginger Harvey and Latin Alternative music artist Bachaco will perform at the Pavilion. … (6 comments)
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military relocation: Marine Corps Barracks DC-Off The Beaten Path For DC Tourists - 10/29/10 10:37 AM
This weekend is going to be a busy one in Washington DC. One of the big events is the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). Just a few miles away from where the race is run is the Marine Corps Barracks DC. Since the approval for the MCM came from the Commandant of the Marine Corps, this post seemed appropriate for a re-blog.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (CJ Realty Group, Inc.):
In 1801 President Thomas Jefferson rode through Washington DC scouting for a location to house the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Ever since that … (0 comments)
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military relocation: The Prince William County Communities the Virginia Rail Express Built - 10/13/10 07:35 PM
When it comes to knowing Prince William County VA and what's new you can count on Cindy Jones.This post and the map she created (one of many since 2007) show her indepth knowledge of the area. If you are relocating to Woodbridge, Prince William County or anywhere in Northern Virginia give Cindy and CJ Reatly Group a call at 703-346-2213 to discuss your housing needs.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (CJ Realty Group, Inc.):
We have all read the stories of how the railroad opened up development throughout the United States and changed the face … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Where is Northern Virginia Exactly? - 10/10/10 07:18 PM
This post is a humorous look at a question that comes up often when someone is first considering a move to Virginia. With 40,600 square miles it is no wonder the region close to DC is commonly called Northern Virginia.Enjoy a humorous look at answering the question...Where is Northern Virginia?
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (CJ Realty Group, Inc.):
It seemed like a crazy question and then I laughed. The buyer was headed to Fort Belvoir from Arizona they had checked and they couldn't find Northern Virginia anywhere on the map. It just wasn't there. … (3 comments)
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military relocation: Port Potomac-Looking for a Woodbridge Community with Top Notch Amenities? - 09/09/10 05:21 PM
If you are looking for an agent who has experience in Port Potomac then call on Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213. She has settled two transaction in the Port Potomac this year and has another one scheduled to close next week.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
If you are looking for a home in a neighborhood with top notch community amenities then you will want to include the community of Port Potomac in Woodbridge VA on your tour list. The clubhouse was designed after the Governor’s … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Summer Time Moves With Your Four Legged Friends - 07/23/10 08:43 AM
It is that time of year when military families start to plan their summer moves. The weather can be very dangerous to anyone moving in the heat of the summer with a pet. First of all many pets just don't take well to travel of any kind but add 90 degree temperatures on top of that and the combination can be deadly.
If you are getting ready for a cross country move you need to make sure that you have checked with the hotels along your route to make sure that they can accommodate your animals. Yes, I know if you … (8 comments)
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military relocation: Summer Time Moves-Plan Ahead for Your Four Legged Friends - 06/22/10 10:11 AM
It is that time of year when military families start to plan their summer moves. The weather can be very dangerous to anyone moving in the heat of the summer with a pet. First of all many pets just don't take well to travel of any kind but add 90 degree temperatures on top of that and the combination can be deadly.
If you are getting ready for a cross country move you need to make sure that you have checked with the hotels along your route to make sure that they can accommodate your animals. Yes, I know if you … (4 comments)
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military relocation: Moving With Pets-Make Sure You Plan Ahead - 05/20/10 08:20 AM
It is that time of year when military families start to plan their summer moves. The weather can be very dangerous to anyone moving in the heat of the summer with a pet. First of all many pets just don't take well to travel of any kind but add 90 degree temperatures on top of that and the combination can be deadly.
If you are getting ready for a cross country move you need to make sure that you have checked with the hotels along your route to make sure that they can accommodate your animals. Yes, I know if you … (2 comments)
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military relocation: US Navy Band Kicks Off the Summer Concerts Series in Woodbridge VA - 05/18/10 08:50 AM
It's time to get out your lawn chairs for the start of the summer concert series at the Sean T Connaughton Community Plaza in Woodbridge. Every year residents of the area enjoy free concerts featuring a wide variety of artists including the US Navy Band, the US Army Band, the US Airforce Band and other local performers.To get your tapping your feet for the kickoff concert on May 22nd take a listen to the US Navy Band in action.View the schedule for all of the summer concert series at Sean T Connaughton Community Plaza
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military relocation: Welcome to the Pentagon-Your On-line Relocation Resource - 02/09/10 10:02 AM
It is that time of year again. The PCS orders for your next duty station are arriving. If your PCS orders are for the Pentagon then check out this resource guide by Cindy Jones.
Cindy has been in your shoes and her clients will tell you that she goes the extra mile to help you get to know the Northern Virginia area.Check www.militaryrelocationnews.com for more great resources for your upcoming PCS move. Give Cindy Jones a call at 703-346-2213 to talk about your move to Northern Virginia.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Putting The Holidays In Perspective-Arlington National Cemetery - 12/13/09 11:36 AM
This post is from 2008 when Cindy Jones participated in the Wreaths Across America Project.Cindy was back out yesterday morning in the cold doing the same thing again, Honoring Our Fallen Heros at Arlington Cemetery. When it comes to military families and supporting our troops Cindy puts it out there. Kudos to all of those who worked yesterday and everyday to support our troops and military families serving around the world.If you are military family relocating to Fort Belvoir, Quantico, Pentagon or any bases in the DC metro area give Cindy Jones a call at 703-346-2213.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia … (2 comments)
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military relocation: Northern Virginia Relocation-We've Got Options to Help You Get from Point A to Point B - 12/11/09 11:25 AM
One of the many questions that we are asked when a military familiy is relocating to Northern Viriginia is what is the best way to get to the Pentagon, Fort Belvoir or any of the other Military District of Washington installations.
Fortunately we keep that information handy and can quickly give someone new the area now only the obvious ways to get to their location but often times the backroads as well.
Via Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World):
For the very fortunate commuters in Northern Virginia a walk outside the … (0 comments)
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military relocation: Military Relocation-Another Northern Virginia Military Family Makes A Move - 11/23/09 09:34 AM
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The military owners of this terrific Kings Park home are packing and heading overseas. If you are thinking of listing your home in Springfield or any of the other great Northern Virginia neighborhoods give Cindy Jones a call at 703-346-2213.
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