northern virginia real estate: Live Long & Prosper - 02/07/08 05:44 PM
Live Long & Prosper!
Come to Northern Virginia and you just may be greeted by that famous Vulcan blessing and hand salute. The Northern Virginia area comprises Arlington County, Fairfax County, Loudoun and Prince William Counties, as well as the independent cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, and Manassas.
Today's Washington Post reported … (26 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: If You List It They Will Come-Getting Your Home Ready - 02/07/08 04:29 PM
At least that was the depth of the advice that most agents needed to give their sellers a few years ago. However in today's market if you interview an agent and this is the best they can do then you need to show them the door.In the current market in Northern … (5 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Will This Affect the Resale Value of My Home? - 02/05/08 05:22 PM
Buyers today are often thrown for a loop when they look around a neighborhood and see so many FOR SALE signs. The sign riders advertising foreclosures or short sales don't help. However in the case of some buyers it has nothing to do with the home values in the neighborhood, they … (20 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Will Primmer House Road EVER Open? - 02/01/08 12:51 PM
Anyone living in the southeast portion of Stafford County understands the frustration everyone feels when passing Primmer House Road. The road, developed by Maryland Development Company as a part of Leeland Station subdivision, will provide easy access for VRE commuters and residents from that portion of Stafford County to access Rt … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Stafford County Market Activity for January 2008 - 02/01/08 09:28 AM
Stafford Single Family Home Market January 2008
Active Sold or Under Contract
385 22554 21
208 22556 7
237 22405 14
199 22406 14
Irene Morales Ward, Northern Virginia Real Estate
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northern virginia real estate: How Long Has That House Been on the Market? - 01/31/08 09:05 PM
Topping the heap as one of the most popular questions for homebuyers everywhere -- "How Long Has That House Been on the Market?" has numerous implications.
Upon hearing that a home has been on the market for a lengthy period of time, most people make one or more of the following assumptions:
There's … (26 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Get Out and VOTE in Virginia Presidential Primary - 01/31/08 11:29 AM
The Commonwealth of Virginia is preparing to hold its presidential primary election February 12th. This primary will come a week after the "Super Tuesday" contest in which 24 other states hold their presidential primaries. February 12th will be the first opportunity that Virginians have to vote for the presidential candidate they … (5 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: It's About Time - 01/30/08 08:13 AM
It's about time. And it's about timing.
The clock ticks off the seconds. You watch 60 go by and you've got a minute. Minutes become hours, and hours turn into a day. Such is the passing of time.
Over thousands of years, man's measurement of time has become ever more precise. From sunrises … (34 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Looking for a Deal? Foreclosure may not always be the way to go... - 01/25/08 12:17 PM
I love a deal, don't you? I'm not simply talking about finding something cheap. I'm talking about finding something of quality that will endure the test of time and hold and even increase its value. It doesn't matter if it's a fine piece of furniture or a piece of real estate. … (11 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Are You Getting Ready For A Move? - 01/23/08 11:11 AM
If you work for a company that provides relocation services then chances are they have called me or someone with a job similar to mine to help with the process. Many larger companies have relocation services to assist their business which are staffed with licensed real estate agents to help during … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Can These Neighborhoods Be Saved? - 01/21/08 06:05 PM
As you drive around many older neighborhoods in Fairfax County Virginia you see street after street where both the booming real estate market and potential oversight by the local zoning authorities have created neighborhood nightmares. Whether it is the McMansions sitting next to the original single family homes or where zoning violations … (17 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Buying a Home Online in the DC Metro Area - 01/20/08 11:38 PM
HomeZill is like having a real estate professional at your fingertips 24 hours a day! You can make an offer on real estate in Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC. Whether it’s a town house in Northern Virginia, a DC condo in Georgetown, or investment property in Bethesda MD, simply fill … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Aquia Towne Center to get an Overhaul - 01/19/08 01:53 PM
I've been going to the Aquia Towne Center Movie Theatre for almost as long as it's been up! Built in 1986, it was a wonderful addition to a growing area. Sitting just outside the gates of the Aquia Harbour community, the Aquia Towne center, owned by Michigan-based Ramco-Gershenson Properties Trust, was … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Real Estate Makes Good Party Talk - 01/19/08 01:03 PM
Whether the real estate market is hot, cold, or anywhere in between, talking about real estate is always a HOT topic. What's your prediction for the market? How's real estate? Sales are slow, huh? Prices are dropping, aren't they? Sales are exploding! Prices are skyrocketing! My friend just sold his house. … (40 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Choosing the Best of Real Estate under Architecture - 01/17/08 09:20 PM
It takes time to pick the right property for the right owner. Many things have to be considered by the owner to choose the property one is compatible, like the monetary transactions and the background of the place, but one of the most important considerations to be manipulated is the architecture … (1 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: It's Snowing In Stafford County! - 01/17/08 10:25 AM
I'm sitting here looking at how lovely everything looks right now - white and clean and so inviting. I wonder how long it will last. The snow has actually stopped and the forecast is for rain and sleet. My poor 10 year old son is probably sitting in class right now staring … (7 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Stafford County to Reassess Real Estate - 01/17/08 10:05 AM
In a report in the Stafford Sun by Jennifer Buske, Stafford's Commissioner of the Revenue, Scott Mayausky, sites that there has been a decrease in real estate assessments for the first time in 12 years and the county expects to see a decrease in revenue from real estate tax of about … (7 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Kicking Off the 2008 Home Buyers Series - 01/16/08 10:25 AM
Monday night was the kick-off of my 2008 Home Buyer’s Series. With the 2008 Home Buyer’s Guide updated it was time to start getting in touch with first time home buyers to find out about their concerns, answer their questions and help them understand the home buying process.
The first … (8 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Market Trends in Stafford County, Virginia - 01/15/08 10:09 AM
I've gotten many calls from anxious buyers looking for a forecast into what the future holds with regard to the market in Northern Virginia, in particular, Stafford County. Many of my military clients and referrals are heading back from their deployments abroad and are making plans to get back into the … (2 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Come on Down! You're the Next Contestant on The Price is Right - 01/14/08 07:00 PM
Are you thinking about selling your house?
Well, Come on Down! You're the Next Contestant on The Price is Right!
If you're like me, you might have spent your formative years of your childhood in front of the television listening to the late Johnny Olson or Rod Roddy bellowing that famous line before … (32 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Obama, Romney, Hillary, Giuliani, Huckabee? Real Estate Wins No Matter What - 01/07/08 08:37 PM
This is is not a political post. This is a real estate post. Short and simple.
The people of the United States elect a new president every 4 years.
A new President of the United States brings a new administration, new ideas, new programs, new people. Out with the old. In with the … (46 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Fairfax County Foreclosure Properties-Townhouses in Burke, Lorton & Springfield - 01/07/08 03:06 PM
With the press and television continually talking about Fairfax County foreclosure and REO properties buyers keep asking me where to find the best deal. Yes, there are some houses that are worth taking a closer look at and others that are easy to pass by. However deciding to buy a … (5 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Fairfax County Foreclosure Properties-Detached Homes in Burke, Lorton & Springfield - 01/07/08 09:22 AM
Deciding whether to buy a foreclosure property in Fairfax County is not as easy as walking in to the house and saying “I’ll take it.” Foreclosure/REO properties require more time and negotiation with a third party than buying a resale home. When you are buying a foreclosure property you are … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Virginia Real Estate Tax Increase Going to Virginia Supreme Court - 01/05/08 02:42 PM
Back in February of 2007, the Virginia General Assembly passed a law (HB3202) which, among other things, will allow the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority to increase taxes on homeowners in the form of an increased Grantor's Tax. Previously, the tax was set at $1 per $1000 assessed value to be paid … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Catch a Cool Cameron Station Condo While You Can! - 01/04/08 04:31 PM
Say this five times fast: "Catch a Cool Cameron Station Condo While You Can." It's not a tongue twister -- it's real estate advice.
The holidays are over and you've decided to begin your home search in earnest. One of your New Year's resolutions may be to purchase a home in … (16 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Fairfax County Real Estate Market Conditions - December 2007 - 01/04/08 01:07 PM
Fairfax County Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of December 2007.
In December, the total number of active listings was 5867. Of those active listings, the minimum list price was $118,900 … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Falls Church City Real Estate Market Conditions - December 2007 - 01/04/08 01:06 PM
Falls Church City Real Estate Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of December 2007. In December, the total number of active listings was 47. Of those active listings, the minimum list price was … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Arlington Real Estate Market Conditions - December 2007 - 01/04/08 01:05 PM
Arlington Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of December 2007.
In December, the total number of active listings on the market in Arlington was 680. Of those active listings, the minimum … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Alexandria City Real Estate Market Conditions - December 2007 - 01/04/08 01:03 PM
Alexandria City Real Estate Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of December 2007. In December, the total number of active listings on the market in Alexandria City was 657. Of those active listings, … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Response to Washington Post article - 01/04/08 12:02 PM
Elizabeth,
You seen to make the real estate industry's point in your recent article, "All's Well in the State of Denial", http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/15/AR2007121500025.html?nav=rss_realestate that the media is using the current housing market problems to make news and sell advertising. Seems we're both in the sales industry. While it may not be a good time … (1 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: How Much Does it Cost to Have REALTOR Representation When Purchasing a Home? - 01/02/08 11:11 AM
A current client of mine recently thanked me for all the work I had been doing for her and asked me how much I was going to charge her once she settled on a home. I think that buyers are often a little bit shy about broaching this subject. We as … (1 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Military Relocation to Northern Virginia-Bag Your Bags - 01/02/08 07:00 AM
You know how it is with the military. Rumors always precede your actually orders. When my husband finished pilot training and made his request for the type of aircraft he wanted to fly we had no idea what might happen next. On the day that the first step of orders arrived … (6 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: How Many Homes Sold in 2007? How Many Will Sell in 2008? Will Yours Be One of Them? - 01/01/08 02:32 PM
Happy New Year!
Before looking ahead, let's take a quick look back at real estate sales for 2007. Whether you plan to sell your home in 2008 or are interesting in purchasing a home this year, it's important to understand some numbers. Everyone likes to look at prices. That's fine. However, you … (20 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Military Relocation-Welcome To The Pentagon - 12/30/07 06:26 AM
As someone who has moved all around the world with the military the first few days after the PCS orders arrive the questions about housing, schools and shopping can lead to sleepless nights and the big question “where are we going to live?”
If the orders in your hand mean you … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Is A Move to Fort Belvoir in Your Future? - 12/29/07 06:54 AM
As someone who has moved all around the world with the military the first few days after the PCS orders arrive the questions about housing, schools and shopping can lead to sleepless nights and the big question “where are we going to live?”
If the orders in your hand mean … (2 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Ending The UK Housing Tour - 12/28/07 10:13 AM
As those of you who have been checking out my blog post recently know I spent the last week in the UK visiting family and checking out the housing market in and around London. Everyone that I talked with had opinions about the housing market in the US and questions … (7 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Nobody Buys a Home between Thanksgiving and Christmas: Bah Humbug! - 12/26/07 07:42 PM
Understandably, the already slowing housing market does get slower during December. People are packing the shopping malls, movie theaters and gathering around the hearth at home. However, there is a misguided conception that NOBODY BUYS A HOME BETWEEN THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS!
You might even know Realtors who plan their vacations for the … (40 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: D.C. and Northern Virginia Real Estate Slow, But Retail is Booming! - 12/26/07 09:32 AM
Real estate research firm Delta Associates reported that despite the downturn in North Virginia home sales, the nearby D.C. area's retail industry is experiencing excellent growth.
In 2007, the region added 5,600 retail jobs and invested $429 million in grocery store-anchored shopping centers, which are increases over 2006 numbers.
The report predicts that … (1 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: 2008 Is Just Around the Corner and the Questions Are Still the Same - 12/25/07 11:29 AM
As the year draws to a close Prince William County buyers are still asking the same questions as they were earlier in the year:
“Should I buy now?” If I had my Magic 8 Ball it would be so much easier to answer that question. It seems the only way to … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: My Friend is in Real Estate: Might Not be the Best Choice - 12/22/07 11:00 AM
When it becomes time to purchase or sell your primary residence or to make an investment in real estate, the first part of the process involves choosing a professional real estate agent to represent your best interests. With over 10,000 Realtors in Northern Virginia, there are plenty of choices.
These numbers … (53 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Last Minute Holiday Shopping: Biggest Malls in Northern Virginia - 12/21/07 05:49 PM
Admit it -- you procrastinated this year! You promised yourself that this year would be different... you'd get your holiday shopping done early. However, life got in the way. Instead of braving Black Friday, you spent the day with your family eating Thanksgiving turkey leftovers and watching t.v. marathons. Cyber-Monday came … (26 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: 2007 "The Worst Year" for First Time Buyers - 12/21/07 05:15 PM
Todays headline! No it wasn't in the Washington Post or NY Times. For the most part 2007 would be considered a good year for buyers in many major markets in the US.
This is the headline in today's London newspaper. The reason? Housing pricing have risen 34% since 2002. As a … (10 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: What Do These Homes Have in Common? - 12/16/07 06:44 PM
Take a look at these homes and see if you can tell what they have in common...
Can you guess it?
Take a closer look...
Yes, you got it!
All of these lovely Northern Virginia homes were sold by Brian Block, a REALTOR with RE/MAX Allegiance in Alexandria, Virginia.
If you're thinking … (32 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Selling Your Home -- Know the Broker's Duties - 12/15/07 10:30 AM
When it's time to sell your home, chances are that you'll hire a real estate broker to help list and sell your property. You may try to sell your home yourself, but statistics show that over 80% of homeowners trying to sell on their own eventually retain the services of a … (40 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Northern Virginia Real Estate -- Where are the Foreclosures and Short Sales? - 12/15/07 08:06 AM
If you read the newspaper and listen to the mass media, you'd think that foreclosures are everywhere. That's what they love to report -- crisis, drama, mayhem... It gets listeners, viewers, readers, etc.
Some areas of the country are much worse than others. Overall, the D.C. metro area remains in pretty decent … (10 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Big Brother Is Watching and It Isn't 1984!-UPDATE - 12/14/07 04:07 PM
The FBI has Northern Virginia in its sights. With the continued news on the issues surrounding sub-prime mortgages Northern Virginia is one of the areas that the FBI is taking a look at more closely. The 2006 Mortgage Fraud Report named Virginia as one of the top areas of suspicious … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Benefit for Al Sharp at Brock's in Fredericksburg - 12/12/07 08:22 PM
When tragedy touches our lives, none of us knows exactly how we will handle it. We certainly never think a tragic accident will leave us unable to do what we take for granted everyday - giving our children a hug, tying our shoes, bathing, eating a bowl of cereal or driving … (11 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Southern Living Style in Fairfax County Virginia - 12/11/07 09:45 PM
Backing up to the 850 acre Burke Lake Park homeowners in the South Run neighborhood in Fairfax County have the best of both worlds, homes with nature at the back door and yet only minutes to major commuting routes. They also enjoy a neighborhood that captures the spirit of communities … (2 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Building a New Community on an Old Prison Ground - 12/10/07 01:57 PM
For over 100 years Lorton was an area that most residents of Northern Virginia went out of their way to avoid. As a prison complex the 3,200 acre site was huge and when the facility was ordered closed in 1998, Fairfax County began planning in earnest with what to do … (3 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: The ABC's of Life from a Child's Perspective - 12/10/07 11:06 AM
I have not really taken much time this month to post on my blog as the holiday is quickly approaching and true to form, clients are anxious to close on their homes. Sometimes, I just have nothing to share that would be of any consequence to anyone else. But today, I couldn't … (35 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: A Simple Theory Tested: Distance to D.C. Correlates to Time on Market - 12/09/07 11:07 AM
As more and more people from around the country and around the world move to the D.C. metropolitan area, purchasing an affordable home close in to D.C. becomes a greater challenge. Job growth remains the major impetus for population growth in D.C. and Northern Virginia. See Not Just "Office Space" -- … (24 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Fairfax County Real Estate Market Conditions - November 2007 - 12/07/07 01:03 PM
Fairfax County Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of November 2007.
For the month of November, the current number of active listings is 6679. Of those active listings, the minimum … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Falls Church City Real Estate Market Conditions - November 2007 - 12/07/07 01:01 PM
Falls Church City Real Estate Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of November 2007. For the month of November, the current number of active listings is 46. Of those active listings, the minimum … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Arlington Real Estate Market Conditions - November 2007 - 12/07/07 01:00 PM
Arlington Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of November 2007.
For the month of November, the total number of active listings on the market in Arlington was 826. Of those … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Alexandria City Real Estate Market Conditions - November 2007 - 12/07/07 12:59 PM
Alexandria City Real Estate Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of November 2007. For the month of November, the total number of active listings on the market in Alexandria City was 773. Of … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: NORTHERN VIRGINIA HOME PRICES FOR NOVEMBER 2007 - 12/03/07 07:10 PM
Market Trends Northern Virginia Real Estate Market March, September, November 2007The prices below include all homes sold including condos, town homes and single family.The average SOLD price for real estate in Old Town Alexandria in March 2007 was $525,355The average SOLD price for real estate in Old Town Alexandria in September … (6 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Why you should you care about REDFIN? - 12/03/07 03:06 PM
I’m an advocate of competition and the evolution that it brings. What I don’t like is a company that wants to compete on price and then water down the service they provide and the profession that we have worked so hard to build. With Redfin you can have a field agent … (3 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Newlyweds & New House Equal Big Smiles - 12/01/07 07:40 AM
After an unusually large pile of paperwork Eric and Jessica have settled on their new home in the Virginia Run Community in Fairfax County. I was fortunate enough to meet this nice couple a little over a year ago during an open house at a condo in Alexandria. We looked at … (6 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Potomac Point Winery Holiday Open House in Stafford, VA - 11/30/07 08:11 PM
Virginia has some of the most magnificent wineries in the country and several are right here in Stafford County. One such rare find is the brand new Potomac Point Winery in the Widewater section of Stafford County. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and minutes from the Potomac River, this impressive facility is … (7 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: A Tale of Three Houses in Northern Virginia - 11/29/07 08:54 PM
This isn't a story about the three little pigs and since all of the houses are brick you don't have to worry about them being blown over. Instead it is a story about choices that buyers in today's market have to consider every day. All of the houses are in the … (5 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: A Home Make-Over On a Budget - 11/29/07 03:12 PM
If you are one of the very many homeowners who will be putting their home on the market, I'm sure you've given the house a once over and thought, "There is SO much to be done." Every homeowner understands the importance of making the home look its best and of course, … (7 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Put That Candle Out Before You Leave! - 11/29/07 10:13 AM
As homeowners, we've all been tempted to light a nicely scented candle to get rid of some underlying odor - pets, smoke, the lingering odor of garlic from dinner, or just a stale smell. Never is this practiced more that at the holidays. We not only want our home smelling festive, … (7 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Don't Forget the Families Left Behind over the Holidays - 11/29/07 08:33 AM
This post was inspired this morning by Margaret Woda's call for everyone to Send a Card to the Troops post. I hope everyone will head over to her post and hit the link!
I would also like to add if you live near a family who has a loved oner overseas this holiday … (6 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Home Equity-Real or Imagined - 11/28/07 03:02 PM
Yesterday while talking to a prospective client the discussion turned to the "equity" they had in their home. They had purchased their current home in Northern Virginia in 2002 and over the five years the value of their home has of course appreciated from their original purchase price.
They were however distraught … (16 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: My Not-So-Serious Thanksgiving Prayer - 11/20/07 10:31 AM
I have a habit of going to extremes. So if you haven't yet visited my more serious Thanksgiving Wish for you, you might want to take a peek before reading on!
Thanksgiving Prayer
May your stuffing be tasty
May your turkey be plump,
May your potatoes and gravy
Have never a lump.
May your yams be delicious
And your pies take … (11 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: My Thanksgiving Wish for You - 11/20/07 08:41 AM
As you head out to enjoy your holiday with family and friends, my warmest wishes go out to you and your family for a safe and blessed Thanksgiving.
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northern virginia real estate: Builder Sale Event- Gainesville VA, Ashburn VA, Lansdowne VA… - 11/19/07 11:19 AM
I came across this Centex Homes-Year End Saving Event ad in an email I received today. The sale includes brand new featured homes and new town homes in Northern Virginia with low prices and big incentives. You will typically find the best builder deals in Virginia, Maryland and Washington … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: A Day of Shopping with My Stager - 11/19/07 10:31 AM
I'm not a big shopper...in fact, I pretty much hate it. I don't mind window shopping but the idea of having to actually buy anything makes me cringe. I do it reluctantly, at best. But last Friday, I called my friend (and Stager, Margie Keller) to come out with me for … (14 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: College Open Houses - 11/17/07 08:37 PM
It's that time of year. If you haven't already been through the drill, plan on spending lots of weekends in your child's junior and senior year traveling to see what's out there. As a parent with a third child heading off to college, the internet has given us a wonderful opportunity … (9 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Suze Orman a Modern Day Mr. Potter? - 11/15/07 11:04 AM
It's no secret my favorite movie of all-time is It's a Wonderful Life. With the holidays upon us, it's time to break out the DVD and kick off the season. I always wait (well, I try to wait) until Thanksgiving night...it's tradition. Get's me in the mood.
The reason this movie resonates … (16 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Flushing $8 BILLION Down the Toilet This Holiday - 11/15/07 08:22 AM
I typically put together a handmade basket of "goodies" for my clients after they close on their home. I figure it's something they will use and even if they've forgotten about me long after it's gone, it's something they can enjoy right after their purchase. On occasion, I've considered getting a … (23 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Kingstowne-A Masterfully Planned Fairfax County Community - 11/14/07 02:13 PM
Twenty years ago on a large expansive of dirt tucked behind Edison High School ground was broken for the first homes that started the 5200 residences that comprise the Kingstowne neighborhood. Designed with both commercial and residential areas the three villages that make up Kingstowne have continued to be popular … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: No Day Trading in the Real Estate Market - 11/13/07 06:09 PM
Constantly looking at home prices in your area? Time to give it a rest.
There's no day trading in the real estate market.
Remember the day traders? During the height of the technology boom on Wall Street, these were the folks buying and selling hundreds or thousands of shares of tech … (46 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Holiday Celebration at Hartwood Winery This Weekend - 11/13/07 05:19 PM
You are Cordially Invited!
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, November 17th and 18th
WHERE: Hartwood Winery
345 Hartwood Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
TIME: 11am to 5pm
COST: $10.00 per adult
This coming Saturday and Sunday, November 17th and 18th, Hartwood Winery in southwest Stafford will be having their Holiday Celebration. Come … (5 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Former NAR President's Home STILL For Sale After 578 Days - 11/13/07 02:39 PM
A recent blog on Sellsius titled How Not to Sell Your Home: Ask NAR President started out making claims that the home of former NAR president, Tom Stevens, has been on the market for 766 days in Great Falls, Virginia. This article from the Washington Post explains Mr. Stevens' initial impression of … (6 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Christmas Memories - Navidades Puertorriqueñas - 11/13/07 12:17 AM
Once the Halloween decorations and the Jack ‘o Lanterns are put away (which in my house is at about 8:30pm on October 31st) it's time to bring out "Holiday" decorations. I try not to overwhelm my family so I start with subtle autumn colors, candles, and Thanksgiving decorations before I bring … (12 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Water Cooler Chat - 11/12/07 02:37 PM
Last weekend my wife dragged me to a neighborhood barbecue in Northern Virginia. While I was there minding my own business, I was approached by a group of “real estate investors” as they like to call themselves. We all know this group of people. They’re the bunch who has the … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Understanding the 'Niche' Market - 11/12/07 02:27 PM
Since our launch, I’ve been asked the same question repeatedly: “What was your reason for creating HomeZill?” -I’ll answer that question, but first let me give you a little background….
When I was younger, I remember thinking that homeownership was something that I’d be considering after getting married, and having … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Top Builders in Virginia, Maryland & Washington DC - 11/12/07 02:15 PM
J.D. Power and Associates asked new-home buyers how satisfied they were with their overall experience. Here’s how home builders ranked for new homes in Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC.
Van Metre Homes 127 Centex Homes 123 Del Webb 116 Drees Custom 116 Lennar Homes 114 Ryland Homes 114 Winchester Homes … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Northern Virginia Real Estate -- Lovely Single Family Homes between $800,000 and $900,000 - 11/12/07 12:01 PM
When people consider relocating to Northern Virginia they often ask what type of home they can purchase in different price ranges. Other people who ask about this include current D.C. and Northern Virginia residents who have not been in the housing market for a while and potential investors from other parts … (8 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: A Wonderful Family Home on 2 Acres - 11/09/07 04:47 PM
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northern virginia real estate: An Afternoon Stroll Down Caroline Street - 11/08/07 01:02 PM
One of my favorite things to do on a sunny day or warm evening is take a stroll down Caroline Street in Fredericksburg. Lined with antique shops, historic buildings, museums, quaint dining, and quirky shops, you'll be amused for hours at the wonderful assortment of things to browse.After a quick stop … (12 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: No Joke! Wisecracks Benefit Workplace - 11/08/07 08:21 AM
This is the actual title of an article written by LiveScience. Did anyone really need to do an actual study to determine this? Apparently, they did. We all know laughter releases endorphins (or did you?) and that it exercises the muscles in your face making you look younger (I have scientific … (11 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: DANG! Time To Turn The Heat On - 11/07/07 10:27 AM
I'm a terrible mother. My kids and husband are suffering with head colds. I just can't seem to get past the cost of gas so I waited and waited until I couldn't wait anymore. Today was it. I woke and checked the thermostat. A brisk 52 degrees! I guess I need … (20 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Taking in a Breath of Fresh Air in Fairfax County - 11/06/07 07:19 PM
A lot is written about the traffic congestion in Fairfax County and it is true we do have our share of jammed roads during rush hour but we also have a huge amount of green space to enjoy when we aren't fretting about getting to work.
One of the best known … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Buy American This Holiday Season - 11/06/07 06:52 PM
I almost never start my Christmas shopping this early. In fact, this is the first year I have ventured out before Thanksgiving. But in light of the recent lead paint scares and recalls from the likes of Mattel, Fisher Price, and Playskool, I decided to get out there early in search … (16 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Fairfax County Real Estate Market Conditions - 11/06/07 08:48 AM
Fairfax County Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of October 2007.
For the month of October, the total number of active listings on the market in Fairfax County was 5000. Of those active listings, the … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Falls Church City Real Estate Market Conditions - 11/06/07 08:46 AM
Falls Church City Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of October 2007.
For the month of October, the total number of active listings on the market in Falls Church City was … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Arlington Real Estate Market Conditions - 11/06/07 08:43 AM
Arlington Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of October 2007.
For the month of October, the total number of active listings on the market in Arlington was 960. Of those active listings, … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Alexandria City Real Estate Market Conditions - 11/06/07 08:38 AM
Alexandria City Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of October 2007.
For the month of October, the total number of active listings on the market in Alexandria City was 848. Of … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Did you just hang up on a potential customer? - 11/06/07 01:02 AM
A few months ago my phone rang and the couple on the other end starting asking questions about one of my listings in Prince William County. As we talked I learned that they and just written an offer with a builder on a new home but were having second thoughts. The … (60 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Whistle Stop Tour of Northern Virginia - 11/05/07 04:53 PM
Though you won't find fried green tomatoes on this tour you will find the Whistle Stop Café at the Quantico VRE Station. When the VRE first began operations along the I-95 corridor in 1992 there were questions as to whether the lack of housing near the train stations would derail the … (4 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Northern Virginia Real Estate -- Townhouses under $400,000 in Alexandria, Arlington and Fairfax County - 11/03/07 04:01 PM
In Northern Virginia, single family homes can be prohibitively expensive especially for first-time homebuyers. The median price of a detached single family home exceeds $600,000.
Many first-time buyers and people moving up from condominium living opt to purchase a townhouse. Townhouse communities are plentiful throughout the area and can offer a … (2 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Learning to Blog is Like Learning to Walk - 11/02/07 05:38 PM
The picture is my granddaughter Alexandra aka "Alex" aka "The Wookie." Having her around has made me examine life again through the experience of a new generation. The joy of seeing her smile and reach her arms up in the morning for a hug and a snuggle has made me realize … (3 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Death of a Teenage Driver - 11/02/07 10:43 AM
This story could be about any teen driver, anywhere in the world. We've all been touched by tragedy and none more painful than the senseless death of a teen in the prime of his life with the world at his fingertips. I recently had an experience where our neighbors' teenage boys … (24 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: The Evolution of Grocery Shopping in Stafford, VA - 1988 - 2008 - 10/31/07 08:27 AM
When my husband and I first moved to Stafford County back in 1988, our daughter was 2 ½ and our son was only a few months old. I was a stay-at-home mom transplanted from Long Island, New York - to Towson, Maryland - to Woodbridge, Virginia - and finally to Stafford/Fredericksburg, Virginia. … (13 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: A Realtor Within The Broken Home - 10/30/07 03:43 PM
I was moved when I read Joey's blog (Members Only) about his family needing our prayers as his father was divorcing his step mother. He was obviously distraught about his two little brothers. I was touched by the outpouring of condolences, prayers, and kind words. AR is nothing if not supportive … (13 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Northern Virginia Real Estate -- Single Family Homes for $700,000 or Less - 10/30/07 11:41 AM
People relocating to Northern Virginia often ask what type of home they can purchase in different price ranges. Other people who ask about this include current D.C. and Northern Virginia residents who have not been in the housing market for a while and potential investors from other parts of the country.
Homes … (0 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: My Halloween in the 60's - 10/30/07 06:55 AM
As a young girl living on Long Island, I was mesmerized by the frenzy around Halloween. Not only was it a foreign concept to me (Puerto Ricans don't typically celebrate the holiday - hard to find pumpkins on a tropical island), but it was hard to conceive that I could actually … (8 comments)
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northern virginia real estate: Northern Virginia Real Estate -- Buying a Single Family Home for $600,000 or Less - 10/29/07 09:15 AM
People relocating to Northern Virginia often ask what type of home they can purchase in different price ranges. Other people who ask about this include current D.C. and Northern Virginia residents who have not been in the housing market for a while and potential investors from other parts of the country.
The … (6 comments)
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