gainesville va homes for sale: Gainesville Virginia Route 29 and Linton Hall Road Construction Update
- 07/30/13 06:04 AM
Many local residents of Gainesville Virginia, Haymarket and Warrenton have been asking about the time frame around the Under Construction Interchange at Route 29 & Linton Hall Road. This is currently one of largest Road Construction Projects in Virginia. I know it seems the project has been going on forever, but in reality, it started June 15, 2011 and will end (est) around June 30, 2015. If you would like to view a great Fly Over type Video of the project (what it will look like and how it will function) you can follow this link. By the way, the Video is … (2 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: My Credit Is Preventing Me From Buying A House
- 07/28/13 09:15 AM
A topic needing to be discussed but often isn’t, is that of “Managing Credit Wisely”. In fact, if I was a betting man (and I’m not) I would be betting on the fact that some of you who are reading this post today have messed up with your credit at least once in your lifetime giving you this problem. You want to buy a house but you’ve been told by a lender, "You have an issue with credit". In fact, your credit is preventing you from doing so. To mend or fix the problem, there are some people who believe if they … (0 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Josh Groban Appearing At Wolf Trap
- 07/25/13 05:57 AM
I'm sure the title of today's post has caught your attention. Josh Groban Appearing At Wolf Trap. The date for his concert is Friday, August 16th, 2013 and he will be appearing at the Filene Center Wolf Trap. Tickets are now on sale: Box Seats are $95; Front Orchestra are $95; Rear Orchestra $85; Loge $75 & the Lawn is $40. Let me remind everyone that the lawn offers superb seating, plus you can enjoy dinner and beverages with your family and/or friends. The Wolf Trap Information Is Available Here: Josh Groban Appearing At Wolf Trap Video Performance Josh Groban Performing: … (3 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: A Web Page Dedicated To Northern Virginia Information
- 07/20/13 07:10 AM
Whether you have recently arrived in Northern Virginia, are contemplating a move or have lived here for awhile, you will find the enclosed Northern Virginia Lifestyle Link page from my website helpful in finding your way around. This Lifestyle Link page will show you Governmental Pages to assist with things like your Drivers License, Auto License, Taxes and more. There are also links for Restaurants, Schools, Public Records, Colleges, Exploring Northern Virginia, Transportation, Performing Arts and last but not least - SPORTS! Why not take a look? The page will not bug you to sign up for one thing and it is free! … (3 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Checking Your Credit Score Will Take 10 Minutes Or Less
- 07/19/13 05:52 AM
Many people put off going to a lender because they fear REJECTION! More specifically, they fear the rejection of being turned down for a loan. I understand this because I am much the same way. Who wants to experience rejection when purchasing a home? The fact is, before you get serious about purchasing a home, you need to be pre-approved for a Mortgage. Pre-approval is truly the first step in preparing to buy a house. I have a suggestion: If you are having a difficult time chatting with or working with a lender because of this HUGE FEAR, do yourself a favor … (4 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Should I or Shouldn't I Have A Presale Inspection
- 07/16/13 04:37 AM
I know there are some who will disagree with me, but I have always believed in "Presale Home Inspections" for Sellers. The reasons are many and I've written about them down through the years. Some time back, I came across an article on this subject that is worth the read: Don't Sell Without Presale Inspection My thinking has always been, "Why wouldn't a Seller want a presale Inspection?" In fact, a sellers house will look much more credible as a result. Additionally, as the article states, buyers can and should still have their own Home Inspection completed. However, having a presale inspection certainly … (3 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Doo-Wop Show At Wolf Trap
- 07/12/13 05:00 AM
The Ultimate Doo-Wop Show will be at Wolf Trap on July 20th, 2013 at 8 pm. Some of the musicians performing will be: Jay Siegel's Tokens, Maurice Williams and The Zodiacs, Larry Chance and Earls, The Marcels and more. To learn more you can view the Wolf Trap Web Page and see a great Video of a similar performance: The Ultimate Doo-Wap Show By the way, I would strongly suggest purchasing your tickets soon before it is too late. The Doo-Wop Show At Wolf Trap … (3 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Practice Fireplace Safety
- 07/08/13 09:11 AM
I've had a couple of buyers recently list as part of their search criteria, a Fireplace! Most often, clients are happy with a Gas Fireplace but there are moments when they request the Wood Burning type. Whenever I talk with clients who want a Fireplace, I am impressed with how many do not understand the maintenance involved in having one. The fact is, a poorly maintained Fireplace can be very unsafe or shall I say, a threat to your home and everyone who lives there. American Home Shield recently produced an article worth taking the time to read if you have or … (6 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: How To Fix A Squeaky Floor
- 07/06/13 07:17 AM
It has been said that "Confession is good for the soul". I will confess, right at the beginning of this post that I am not a Home Inspector, Handyman, General Contractor, Builder, or professional Carpet installer. What I do know is this - I do not like squeaky floors and a short time back, this dislike for Squeaky Floors propelled me to go on a search for information that works in curing/fixing the problem. Here is the remedy, in the form of a short article that will tell you how to work with a floor that squeaks. Read it, do it and … (5 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Getting Ready To Go On Your First Home Buying Tour
- 07/04/13 06:56 AM
My cell phone rang a few days ago with a call from a prospective client visiting my Gainesville, Haymarket homes for sale web site. He indicated he was looking to purchase a home soon but was concerned about his Credit Score being too low and didn't think he would qualify for a Mortgage. I urged him to go to My Fico and learn about Credit Scores, the role a Credit Score will play when making purchases on Credit and even more specifically, discover what his Credit Score really is. I shared with him that NOT KNOWING his Credit Score is NOT … (4 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Active Duty Military and Veterans: Learn ALL You Can About VA Loans
- 07/02/13 02:59 AM
I've had the privilege of using my Veteran Status to help me secure two Home Mortgage Loans over the past 43 years. When I was younger and applying for my first VA Loan, the initial savings out of my pocket was huge because quite frankly I didn't have a lot of money. Needless to say, I'm grateful for this loan and how it has helped my family with housing. The fact is, many Active Duty Military and Veterans of the Military forget about the opportunity of securing a VA Loan and taking advantage of some of the benefits this particular kind of … (4 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: July 4th At Silver Lake Regional Park
- 07/01/13 08:39 AM
If you are looking for a quiet place to "Hang out" on July 4th, you might want to consider the Silver Lake Regional Park. There is Silver Lake (pictured below), plenty of room for the children to play and it is a great place to enjoy a family picnic. Additionally, the fishing is great! To learn more about this park and all of the parks in Prince William County, I would urge you to go to the website: Silver Lake Regional Park By the way, the park is in a quiet setting, as I stated earlier, just a short distance from Haymarket … (4 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Enjoying A Mini Vacation Day
- 06/29/13 09:59 AM
I decided to take a day off from Real Estate today and treat it like a Mini Vacation. Sharon and I decided to drive out to a Local Farm where we buy our beef and poultry and to take our time in getting there. The drive was very refreshing as we stopped several times, taking pictures and simply enjoying our time together. Here are four photos of the many we quickly snapped. By the way, I'm guessing the sheep in the bottom photo did not want their picture taken. When we walked up, they were looking at us but note how … (6 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Herndon Virginia July 4th Celebration
- 06/27/13 08:29 AM
July 4th is just around the corner and there are celebrations throughout Northern Virginia. I've written about Fairfax, The Plains and a couple of other celebrations worth noting. If you live in the Herndon Virginia area you might want to consider the 2013 Herndon 4th of July Celebration. It is truly a family event with food, face painting, games, a balloon artist and much more. It will be held in Brady Park and the Fireworks Display to Music will begin at 9:30 pm. To learn more you can visit their website: Town of Herndon - 4th of July Why not head to Herndon … (5 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: You Are In A Contract To Purchase A House - Now What?
- 06/26/13 08:56 AM
Some time back a Real Estate friend phoned me and expressed his frustration about a purchase transaction. He said, "David I just heard from the Loan Officer of one of my clients I'm working with". My Agent Friend continued on to state his "Clients (who were barely approved because of past Credit Issues) went out and spent a huge chunk of money on Credit while Under Contract"! As a result, their Credit Scores that were borderline, plummeted and are now below the acceptable level for a Mortgage". In other words, the deal his clients thought they had is dead! This was … (12 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Doobie Brothers To Appear At Wolf Trap
- 06/25/13 06:37 AM
Most of my readers know I'm a huge Wolf Trap fan. My wife and I thoroughly enjoy going to many of the shows and I am always delighted to share some of the up and coming concerts with you. The Doobie Brothers will be at Wolf Trap in the Filene Center on July 6th, 2013. Tickets are $42.00 in house and $25.00 on the lawn. Remember, lawn seats can be a great place to sit. You can bring some food and enjoy the show! Take a moment to learn more: Doobie Brothers At Wolf Trap It's worth mentioning the web site I've taken … (6 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Home Buyers: You Really Need A Home Inspection
- 06/24/13 06:02 AM
I'm not sure about you, but I've had experiences in life, many of them avoidable, that has cost me money, valuable time and sometimes serious embarrassment! Recently I found myself chatting with someone who thought he didn't need a Home Inspection when purchasing a house several years ago. In fact, he shared very clearly with his Realtor® that a Home Inspection was a waste of time and money. So, the Realtor® had him sign off on the Home Inspection, they closed on a house that had been vacant for nearly two years and the purchaser was happy. The problem is the … (3 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Fireworks On July 4th At Lake Fairfax Park
- 06/23/13 06:36 AM
On July 4th, Fireworks Displays will be taking place in a variety of locations, some of which I've already written about. They include Fairfax High School in Fairfax, Virginia and Great Meadow in The Plains. Another location to note this year is Lake Fairfax Park in Reston. For those who are new to the area, the address is: 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston, VA 20190. You can learn more about this great event by checking out their website: Lake Fairfax Park Fireworks I know this is an event you and your family will NOT want to miss. Fireworks On July 4th At Lake Fairfax … (1 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: Tonight Was Truly A Memorable Moment
- 06/22/13 11:48 AM
One of the things I appreciate about Real Estate is that of making new friends, often as a result of a Real Estate Transaction. The story: About 3 years ago I sold a house to a young lady. While under contract, she introduced me to her fiance and they invited us to their wedding. We've been over to their home for holiday celebrations and tonight they visited us, in our home for dinner. They are a beautiful family and we truly enjoyed ourselves this evening. We laughed, played music, enjoyed Orange Chicken, Decadent Chocolate Brownies and just chatted! How refreshing!!! Someone … (4 comments)
gainesville va homes for sale: 4th of July in Fairfax Virginia
- 06/20/13 06:18 AM
If you are looking for a great event on July 4th and live around the Fairfax Virginia area, consider the 4th of July Independence Day Parade. This is the largest Independence Day Parade in Northern Virginia and I am sure your family will enjoy it. You are urged to bring a blanket or chair, sit back and enjoy the show. To learn more you can go to the website: 4th Of July Independence Day Parade Oh, did I mention the Fireworks Spectacular at Fairfax High School to follow the parade? It seems to me the 4th of July in Fairfax Virginia will make for … (3 comments)
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Many local residents of Gainesville Virginia, Haymarket and Warrenton have been asking about the time frame around the Under Construction Interchange at Route 29 & Linton Hall Road. This is currently one of largest Road Construction Projects in Virginia.
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