We here at Ask Gina & Company have always been big supporters of initiatives that aim to sustain and improve our wonderful environment in which we get the pleasure to live! That is why we are so excited that our Loudoun County Department of Construction & Waste Management has unveiled their new Green Home Program, which is “aimed at improving energy efficiency and community-based sustainability awareness in residential communities throughout Loudoun County.” The program includes: • A fabulous new website, www.locogreenhome.org , which provides tips and tools for making your home more “green.” • Do-it-Yourself … (1 comments)
We all are aware of the popularity of HGTV, but did you know that if your home is for sale with Ask Gina & Company it is also listed on HGTV’s FrontDoor.com? That’s right, no matter if you are selling a single family home in Sterling or have a townhome for sale in Ashburn, Ask Gina & Company prominently features your home on the wildly popular FrontDoor.com site! What does that mean for you as a seller? Maximum exposure! In addition to the numerous other sites we advertise your home … (0 comments)
All of us who live and work in Loudoun County already know how fortunate we are to be part of this great Northern Virginia location, and once again the numbers confirm it! According to the Business Insider, Loudoun County ranks NUMBER ONE as the Richest County in America with neighboring Fairfax County coming in a close second! The list was determined by looking at the Census Bureau data from 2010 and selecting those with the highest median household income. Loudoun County boasts a median household income of $119,540, while Fairfax County … (2 comments)
The big day is quickly approaching and you are full of excitement and maybe a little anxiety. But, being prepared for settlement of the home you are selling or buying can help ease those fears and make the process a little easier. The following are some of the items you will want to bring to settlement: • Yourself! - As a seller, all parties who are on the title of the home must be present at settlement just as all buyers who will be taking title of the home must be in attendance. The … (2 comments)
Today Ask Gina & Company is proud to feature guest blogger, and First Home Mortgage Branch Manager Marc Aymard! Marc brings to us some excellent information on the FHA Anti-Flipping Waiver. Take it away Marc! :
“Around the first of the year you probably heard that HUD has extended the FHA anti-flipping waiver. And you may have gone to a loan officer and asked; “Can a FHA borrower purchase a flipped property?” Most likely, the answer you received was “NO.” You may have also seen a listing from an investor who rehabbed a property … (0 comments)
ask gina company: Hey, Hey, Hey: Goodbye! 21731 Ladbroke Grove Court Sterling, SOLD!
- 02/17/12 04:25 AM
Missed out on your chance to break out of the walls and get into this beautiful single family for LESS than a townhouse? No worries! We have plenty of other homes that will make you fall in love! Contact your Loudoun County Real Estate experts at Ask Gina & Company today and let us unlock the possibilities! 703-574-3478 Single Family Home at Townhouse Price! … (0 comments)
You know that wonderful feeling when you are sitting in your office and the sun hits your face and all feels great in the world again? It’s amazing, right ? Now imagine if you were in a school that had no windows for any light to be let in. Pretty depressing, huh? As many of you may know, Seneca Ridge Middle School is in this situation. But, there is great news! The school has just been approved for 10 outdoor picnic tables which will allow each student to spend some well needed, … (0 comments)
Over the past 16 years, Ask Gina & Company has had the immense opportunity to help many families and individuals find their dream home or sell their house quickly to move on to bigger and better things. We strive for excellence with every transaction and we hope it shows! If we have had the pleasure of representing you either as a buyer or seller, we would greatly appreciate a public recommendation! We pride ourselves on our high referral rate and the greatest compliment we can receive is the high praise of those … (0 comments)
If you have never been to Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, then you and your child are really missing out! From the moment you enter, excitement abounds with a tree house to explore, gaming consoles, bean bags, and much more to play with while you wait. But, it doesn’t end there! Once you are called back the fun continues with trains chugging by over head, individual movie screens with an array of movie selections that your child can choose from, and the list goes on! Beyond the fun, Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru and staff, provides outstanding, … (3 comments)
Who doesn’t like to win free stuff? Especially when it is so easy to enter! Ask Gina & Company, your Loudoun County Real Estate experts, is excited to announce a new contest being held on their Facebook page! Since this is the month of LOVE, we are celebrating by giving away a $50 Sweetwater gift card to one of our lucky followers! To enter, simply reply via the comment section of the post listed on Facebook with what you LOVE about your home and why! All who comment (you must be a fan … (0 comments)
Ready to make the move and get into your dream home? Congrats on making that important decision! Prepare yourself for the process by knowing some of the real estate lingo we pros use! Below are some of the most common terms you may hear in the real estate process: Buyers agent: A real estate professional whose purpose is to work in the best interest of the buyer. Sellers Agent: A real estate professional whose purpose is to work in the best interest of the seller. Short sale: When the proceeds from a sale of property are … (0 comments)
Selling your home is a high stakes game, so that is why it is so important you hire the best Realtor in your area! We are your Loudoun County Real Estate experts and one of the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR) Multi-Million Dollar Top Producers! We are so confident we can get the job done that if you interview one of our competitors and then choose to hire us, you will receive $500 at closing! Yep, we will get you top dollar for your home PLUS give you … (0 comments)
So you find yourself moving to a new city and don’t know who to trust to help you make the biggest investment of your life – your home. Or, your friend is moving and is relying on you to provide them with a top notch Realtor who will look out for their best interests, the way you would as their friend. These are scenarios encountered on a daily basis, and often ones that leave you searching for answers. In those uncertain times, how do you select the best real … (0 comments)
Anticipation is building for the beautiful, new Stanley Martin community, The Overlook at Lowes Island, located near Trump National Golf Club! Slated to open for sales in early May of this year, this 76 luxury townhome community is sure to be in high demand with two beautiful floor plans to select from, including: The Carter, clocking in with over 2,200sqft of fabulous space, and The Morrison with close to 3,000sqft of decadence! Since Ask Gina & Company is considered one of Stanley Martin’s VIP’s, we will have access to site plans, additional community information, … (1 comments)
As we prepare to ring in 2012, we at Ask Gina & Company wanted to take the time to Thank You for making our 2011 such a successful and meaningful year! We were able to accomplish many goals over the last 12 months and many of them would not have been possible without the loyalty of our clients, the dedication of our staff, and the love & support of our family members who give just as much, if not more, than we do as Realtors. Our wish for you this upcoming year is the same as … (8 comments)
As we head into the home stretch of the holiday season, we at Ask Gina & Company would like to wish you and yours a very merry, blessed, and safe Christmas weekend!
There's More to Christmas...
There's more, much more to Christmas
Than candle-light and cheer;
It's the spirit of sweet friendship
That brightens all the year;
It's thoughtfulness and kindness,
It's hope reborn again,
For peace, for understanding
And for goodwill to men!
-Author Unknown
Merry Christmas!
Gina Tufano with Keller Williams Realty … (2 comments)
Isn’t Christmas an exciting time of year? Can’t you just hear the carolers singing, Santa belting out a hearty laugh, and the cash registers cha-chinging? We sure can! But, this time of year also reminds us that there are those less fortunate just waiting for someone to take notice. Waiting for someone to show what the Christmas spirit is REALLY about. With that in mind, Ask Gina & Company is collecting donations of canned food and new toys to be donated to LINK, an association of 13 churches in Sterling and Herndon which … (1 comments)
Have you been a good boy or girl this year? Are you dreaming BIG? Then why not ask Santa for your dream home? Inventory is plentiful, prices are reasonable, and interest rates are at an all time low! Now is the perfect time to find that special place to call HOME! Ready to do a little window shopping? Contact your Loudoun County Real Estate experts at Ask Gina & Company today and let us wrap up something extraordinary for you!
Gina Tufano with Keller Williams Realty Loudoun Gateway, Ashburn, VA
Real estate agents are a dime a dozen, but a great one is hard to come by. When you are looking for someone to help you buy or sell your home, it’s wise to do some research before you sign the dotted line. Below are some questions and suggestions for obtaining the right agent for your needs:
• Is your agent a Realtor? – Huh? Yes, there is a difference. An agent with the Realtor designation has taken an additional oath to be ethical in their practices, including: to be honest … (6 comments)
One tour and you will know you have found your home sweet home at 23374 Virginia Rose Place, Ashburn. As you enter you will be immediately smitten with the gorgeous upgraded hardwood floors which lead you to a private study on the right or to the traditional formal living room adorned with opulent crown molding on the left. Continue into the formal dining room where you will discover magnificent shadowbox detailing and plenty of space for all those holiday meals. Speaking of meals...get ready to slice and dice in the most decadent gourmet … (2 comments)
The ins and outs of the Northern Virginia community. Including Fairfax and Loudoun Real Estate - and the neighborhoods of Cascades, Lowes Island, Lansdowne, Belmont, Ashburn Village, Brambleton, Rivercrest, Countryside, River Creek and more. Our office in Keller Williams Ashburn is the prime location to help home buyers and home sellers navigate the real estate market.
Loudoun County Goes GREEN!
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