relocating: First Time Home Buyers- What to Know.
- 04/04/14 12:06 AM
What to know for first time home buyers, is an interesting article that can help answer some questions that first time home buyers might have. For more specific information about buying your first home, continue reading below. For those of you who haven't been through all the steps, it is sometimes daunting. Follow this guide and let me help you, that's my job.
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relocating: Homes for Sale Near NOVA Community College
- 08/22/13 04:51 AM
Northern Virginia Community College is located at several campuses in Northern Virginia. Nesbitt Realty serves the following campuses: Alexandria, Annandale, Woodbridge, Arlington, and Reston. NVCC offers 5,000 classes in more then 100 areas of study. The phone number for NVCC is (703) 323 3000. NOVA Alexandria Campus is close to Duke St. NVCC Alexandria Campus in the evening See all Alexandria . … (3 comments)
relocating: Millennials Home Preferences
- 06/21/13 12:41 AM
The Millennial generation is about 90 million strong—forming the largest demographic wave in the country’s history—and some reports suggest they’re readying for home ownership. Stuart Nesbitt, a chip off the old block
Millennials’ entrance into home ownership has been delayed due to the recession, high unemployment, and high student loan debt. They’ve been living in their parents’ homes, as well as delaying marriage and having children, surveys show. But the pent-up demand from this generation is starting to surface, says Fred Ehle, vice president for PulteGroup.
Homebuilders, like PulteGroup and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, recently revealed surveys … (7 comments)
relocating: Who’s Buying and Selling?
- 05/20/13 12:59 AM
The median time on market for all homes was 74 days in February, which is 24 percent below 97 days in February 2012. Short sales were on the market for a median of 101 days, while foreclosures typically sold in 52 days and non-distressed homes took 77 days. One out of three homes sold in February was on the market for less than a month. Lobby at Montebello
First-time buyers accounted for 30 percent of purchases in February, unchanged from January; they were 32 percent in February 2012.
All-cash sales were at 32 percent of transactions in February, up … (0 comments)
relocating: 9 Tips to Guide for Your Home Search
- 05/08/13 12:22 AM
1. Research before you look. Decide what features you most want to have in a home, what neighborhoods you prefer, and how much you’d be willing to spend each month for housing. entrance to Midtown Alexandria Station condos
2. Be realistic. It’s OK to be picky, but don’t be unrealistic with your expectations. There’s no such thing as a perfect home. Use your list of priorities as a guide to evaluate each property.
3. Get your finances in order. Review your credit report and be sure you have enough money to cover your down payment and closing costs. Then, … (10 comments)
relocating: 6 Creative Ways to Afford a Home
- 04/30/13 01:22 AM
Investigate local, state, and national down payment assistance programs. These programs give qualified applicants loans or grants to cover all or part of your required down payment. National programs include the Nehemiah program, www.getdownpayment.com, and the American Dream Down Payment Fund from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, www.hud.gov. Explore seller financing. In some cases, sellers may be willing to finance all or part of the purchase price of the home and let you repay them gradually, just as you would do with a mortgage. Consider a shared-appreciation or shared-equity arrangement. Under this arrangement, your family, friends, or even … (6 comments)
relocating: What is a condominium?
- 02/18/13 10:08 PM
West Village is only a few blocks from the heart of Shirlington. A condominium is usually a housing unit or apartment in a multi-unit building in which each unit is individually owned, while common areas and the property in general are jointly owned by the residents and the owner of the building, or all of the residents together. Some people choose to purchase and live in a condominium because some condos are less expensive than a traditional single-family house. Additionally, many condos have added amenities and facilities. Most condominiums have amenities you won’t find on a similarly priced single family … (3 comments)
Nando’s Peri Peri is located at 191 American Way inside National Harbor. Nando’s sells Portuguese flame-grilled chicken at affordable prices. National Harbor is undergoing construction and several new shops and dining facilities are being created. Nando’s Peri Peri meals have optional sauces with different flavors.
Inside the restaurant customers place their ordersCorn, rice, and chicken breast at Nando’sEntre of chicken caesor wrap with mashed potatoes
Nuts as an appetizerFreshly prepared pita and hummus appetizerSummer time at National Harbor
Nesbitt Realty agents outside Nando’s Peri PeriA tastey salad next to the appetizers
Neighborhood notes, local features and tips for buyers, sellers, renters and landlords in Northern Virginia especially Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax and Falls Church. Including fast and free property search tools.
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