pentagon: A New Community Blossoms Where Prisoners Once Lived - 07/31/08 02:36 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 at night driving by the area the signs warning you not to pick up anyone on the road were … (10 comments)
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pentagon: The Pentagon and Fairlington-Another Great Neighbor Connection - 07/22/08 10:09 PM
Just a stoplight away from the Pentagon and tucked in the trees off of I-395, sit the seven neighborhoods that make up the community of Fairlington. The connection between military families stationed at the Pentagon, Fort Meyer or other Military District of Washington facilities remains as strong today as it … (4 comments)
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pentagon: All That Is Missing is the Lemonade Stand - 07/09/08 07:21 PM
You will feel as if you have stepped back in time when children sold lemonade on street corners when you stroll the streets of South Run in Fairfax County VA. Located just 25 miles south of DC in Fairfax County, the South Run neighborhood exudes southern hospitality and old fashioned neighborhood … (9 comments)
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pentagon: The Top Five-Things You Most do While Visiting the DC Area - 06/29/08 08:26 PM
Trying to pick the top five things to do in the DC area is like a Smothers Brothers comedy routine. Mom always liked you best; no she always liked you best, how are you supposed to choose? But choose I must. As a native of the area I've had the good fortune … (31 comments)
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pentagon: New Listing in Northern VA - 5895 Clermont Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310 - 06/26/08 08:35 AM
I am posting this to Northern Virginia agents as the listing agent is not yet a member of A/R.
This is the home of some dear family friends who intend to relocate down here to Virginia Beach. This home shows beautifully and is priced right. Take a look as it … (7 comments)
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pentagon: Furnished Rental with Easy Access to Multiple Military Bases or Government Academies - 06/25/08 09:32 PM
If you are headed to the FBI Academy, DEA Academy, Defense Department Schools or Local Military Bases and need a furnished rental then this is the place for you
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pentagon: The PCS Orders Have Arrived and Your Headed to Northern Virginia - 06/23/08 09:41 PM
The PCS orders have arrived! The phone has been ringing as military families around the world have gotten the word that their next duty station is in the Northern Virginia area. The first few days after the PCS orders arrive all the questions about housing, schools and transportation can lead to sleepless … (7 comments)
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pentagon: A Trio of Great Northern Virginia Neighborhoods for Military Families - 06/20/08 07:04 PM
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” … (2 comments)
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pentagon: A Favorite with Military Families-Westridge in Prince William County - 06/16/08 08:17 PM
Tucked in the trees just off of Old Bridge Road in Prince William County is the quiet community of Westridge. Coming down the main tree lined drive you come upon the large community center, pond and fountain and you know you are in a neighborhood that makes you feel welcome.Within … (5 comments)
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pentagon: Can You Use a VA Loan to Buy a Home in Foreclosure? - 05/30/08 08:56 PM
There seems to be a rumor flying around that you can't use a VA loan to buy a foreclosure property. THIS IS NOT TRUE! Buyers all over Northern Virginia are successfully closing on a foreclosure property using their VA loans. It is funny how rumor becomes fact by just one person … (3 comments)
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pentagon: Come Out To Play In Belmont Bay-Prince William Counties Premier Waterfront Community - 04/26/08 07:36 PM
Hidden just across the Prince William County line is the waterfront community of Belmont Bay. As you cross the Occoquan River take a glance to your left and you will be surprised at what you will see. A community Washingtonian Magazine has twice picked as one of the "best communities" to … (4 comments)
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pentagon: Working at the Pentagon: Consider a Close-by Crystal City Condo - 03/10/08 09:09 PM
Are you one of the 26,000 people who calls the Pentagon their workplace? If you are currently a military or civilian employee who works at the Pentagon, or you have orders transferring you to work there, you may be interested in some of the available options for nearby residential living.The Pentagon … (10 comments)
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pentagon: Belmont Bay-Harborside Condos-Great New Pricing - 03/04/08 09:03 PM
Do you want to leave the worries of taking care of a yard and all the maintenance of detached home behind? If you would are then you are ready to check out the latest luxury waterfront condo project in Prince William County. Overlooking the marina and Occoquan River in Belmont Bay, … (2 comments)
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pentagon: Military Relocation-Welcome to Affordable Fairfax County Neighborhoods - 01/17/08 08:07 AM
Your military relocation specialist for Northern Virginia Of course you might want to buy a million dollar mansion while you are stationed in the Northern Virginia but most likely you are going to look for a home that fits more into the range of the 2008 BAH rates or you VA … (6 comments)
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pentagon: 65 Years As the Largest Office in the World: Relocating to Work in the Pentagon - 01/15/08 09:34 AM
Happy Birthday!
Today marks 65 years since The Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia was dedicated on January 15, 1943. For 65 years, The Pentagon has remained the largest office in the world. Over 23,000 military and civilian employees and about 3,000 non-defense support persons work in this massive five-sided building just across the … (26 comments)
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pentagon: Military Relocation to Northern Virginia-Moving with your Pets - 01/08/08 06:59 AM
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. Our family has moved around the world with pets and I know how difficult it … (6 comments)
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pentagon: 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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pentagon: 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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pentagon: Potomac Club in Prince William County Named Top Selling Community - 12/05/07 03:54 PM
The Potomac Club community located on 200 acres in Prince William County was recently named the best selling planned community in the Northern Virginia area by the Hanley Woods Market Intelligence report which tracks new home developments across the area.
Three recognized builders; Pulte, Ryan and M/I homes are … (0 comments)
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pentagon: Apples to Apples in Fairlington - 09/24/07 10:16 PM
As a Fairlington owner I have posted market reports over the last few months about general real estate trends in the neighborhood. Last month I wrote a blog titled "Saying No to Local Market Reports" in which I said I would no longer post generic information about the area. In keeping with … (2 comments)
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pentagon: Where Were You on September 11th? (or how September 11th launched my real estate career) - Part 1 of 2 - 09/10/07 05:57 PM
Part 1 – September 11, 2001 – The story of my day and a tribute Part 2 – (How September 11th launched my real estate career)
Where were you on September 11th?
Were you at home? Were you at work? Were you near your loved ones? Did you have people … (37 comments)
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pentagon: Fort Carson Troop Infusion Delayed - 06/30/07 02:24 PM
We had a well known saying when I was serving in the Army, "Hurry Up and Wait!." Unfortunately this old adage still seems to be alive, well, and accurate. After much fanfare and preparation by Fort Carson and the local community, the Pentagon has told Ft. Carson and the Colorado Springs … (0 comments)
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pentagon: Operation RE/MAX - Real Estate Career Opportunities (aka Operation REMAX) - 03/15/07 09:56 PM
OPERATION RE/MAX is an initiative to assist military families with career building opportunities in real estate sales and leasing. A career in Real Estate is a great opportunity for highly mobile military family members to attain career skills that are highly transferable. Real estate sales involve relationship management skills, business management … (1 comments)
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pentagon: Remember 9/11 - Patriot Day - 09/09/06 12:12 PM
Monday is the fifth anniversary of the tragic and brutal attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and aboard Flight 93. September 11 serves as remembrance of those who lost their lives that day, the many families who lost loved ones and the bravery of those who put their lives … (3 comments)
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pentagon: September 11, 2001 - 09/08/06 08:12 PM
9/11/01- A date I will never forget, ever! That morning I was sound asleep because I was up late with a colicky 3 month old and desperately needed the rest when the phone rang, I was kind of glad because we had just moved and my daughter was to be registered … (3 comments)
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