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March 2010 Regional Home Sales
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010 at 10:59am. 44 Views, 1 Comments.
The Northern Virginia Association of Realtors® reports on March 2010 home sales activity for Fairfax and Arlington counties, the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church and the towns of Vienna, Herndon and Clifton.
A total of 1,448 homes sold in March 2010, an increase of almost 5 percent above March 2009 home sales of 1,384.
Active listings decreased by about 10 percent from last year, with 7,232 active listings in March, compared with 8,069 homes available in March 2009. The average days on market (DOM) for homes in March 2010 decreased by around 42 percent to 52 days, compared with 89 days in March 2009.
Fairfax sales prices rose compared with those realized last year. The average sales price in March increased by 10 percent from March 2009, to…
Washington Capitals headed to Game 7 for fourth straight series
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 at 9:15am. 56 Views, 0 Comments.
MONTREAL — Entering these playoffs, the Washington Capitals had gone to a seventh and deciding game in all three playoff series they have ever played under head coach Bruce Boudreau.
Now you can make it four. The Capitals allowed the Montreal Canadiens to erase a 3-1 deficit and even their Eastern Conference quarter-final series at three games apiece with a 4-1 loss Monday night, reducing the series to a one-game sudden-death showdown to be played in Washington on Wednesday.
This Capitals team may have a lot of experience playing in seventh games, but they've never approached one coming off two straight losses.
"We have to wipe the slate clean," Boudreau said. "If you start thinking and let them get inside your head from…
Fairfax Economic Indicator Activity 4/19-4/23
Monday, April 26th, 2010 at 8:13am. 35 Views, 0 Comments.
19 – Leading economic indicators surged past expectations rising 1.4% in March.
22 – Sales of existing homes soared in March by 6.8% over February as Buyers are racing to get the tax credit that will expire on April 30th. The median price of homes sold was up 0.4% in March. Distressed properties made up 35% of the sales. Fairfax properties as well those in Vienna, Oakton, Chantilly, Falls Church and Arlington have benefitted greatly from these two credits.
23 – New home sales really soared, rising 26.9% over February. Although, February was the lowest since the government began tracking such stats in 1963. That made it easy for March figures to show a huge gain. These national numbers are obviously different and better for Fairfax. For more…
5 Ways to Speed Up the Sale of Your Home
Friday, April 23rd, 2010 at 3:52pm. 33 Views, 0 Comments.
5 Ways to Speed Up the Sale of Your Home I have been writing for a while about folks who are selling their home. While the market here for Fairfax homes and the entire metro area remains balanced between home buyers and those selling their house, the continued low inventory of homes ensures that townhouses, single-family houses, and even condos are selling within a week or so. This is clearly with the caveat that they are priced properly and show moderately well. So, with that said let’s get your home sold with such attractive offers that they become potential appraisal problems. That’s a good problem to have for the most part. 1.) Trust your agent to set the right price. A correctly priced home will always draw attention from buyers and will…
Yet another reason to live in Northern Virginia
Thursday, April 22nd, 2010 at 12:43pm. 48 Views, 0 Comments.
So you can't decide whether to buy a house in Fairfax or not relocate. Yes, Arlington County and Fairfax County home owners have something to offer besides a the benifits that go along with owning a house here; they have history, entertainment...and professional sports.
DC United (MLS)
Washington Redskins (NFL)
Washington Mystics (WNBA)
Washington Wizards (NBA)
Washington Capitals (NHL)
Washington Nationals (MLB)
Do you want to buy a home in Centreville, Oakton, Reston, Oak Hill, Vienna, Chantilly, or Burke? Well, besides having sporting entertainment at the professional and college level everywhere, we're a short drive from the Shenandoah Mountains, a few hours from the beach, the history of Battlefields right here, the history of the nation at our…
What makes up effective people?
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010 at 12:52pm. 41 Views, 0 Comments.
Step 1: Be proactive. Take responsibility for your actions and your life. Be open to change and adaptation.
Step 2: Begin with the end in mind. Here at Fairfax homes, we begin serving customers with the knowledge that they will recommend me as an agent after the transaction is done. This occurs for customers in Fairax, Arlington, Prince William, and Loudoun customers that are selling a home, buying a home, or relocating to Virginia.
Step 3: Put first things first. Focus on your most important goals first. Failing to prioritze will result in wasted time and subpar performance.
Step 4: Think win/win. Sounds like a cliche, but this forms positive group oriented work. Keeping everyone satified ensures efficiency. In Fairfax, this directly relates to…
Quick Market Outlook
Monday, April 19th, 2010 at 9:49am. 41 Views, 0 Comments.
Rates eased a bit this week as they adjust to the changing thoughts about the economic recovery.
So far rates for Fairfax homes have held steady following the fed pulling the plug on the buying of mortgage backed securities. However, the market still remains quite volatile. We continue to have one day up and one day down with the bond market.
I have a word document about Underwriting Borrowers with a Prior Preforeclosure Sale or Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure: (04/14/10). This document can prove to be very useful in advising customers that may be in a foreclosure or short sale situation and are asking me about their buying ability after. This goes into affect on July 1, 2010.
On everyone’s mind in Fairfax, Vienna, Oakton, Great Falls, Arlington,…
Kitchen Trends in 2010
Friday, April 16th, 2010 at 9:07am. 50 Views, 0 Comments.
It’s the most important room in the house folks. I’m talking about the vast majority of buyers of Fairfax homes as well as home owners who simply want a nice interior. A clean, updated kitchen offers the biggest return on investment when selling your home and is a great comfort for those who choose to stay put and enjoy it. Okay, trends don’t change too much from year to year, but I follow these trends as coloring seems to have an annual shift in one area of the kitchen. This applies whether the property is one of the Fairfax homes, homes for sale in Arlington, VA, Vienna, Oakton, Reston, Great Falls, McLean, or Chantilly. First, there seems to be a bit of a trend toward hiding some appliances in drawers, so that they are hidden with the cabinetry…
Would you like a free magazine on American living?
Monday, April 12th, 2010 at 11:45am. 41 Views, 0 Comments.
The second issue of this magazine celebrating life in America and Fairfax homes should be arriving soon. Along with some interesting recipes for your Spring cookouts are some articles about different interior color ideas, interior and exterior design ideas, and some interesting reading about the state of Washington. I have vacationed there in the past couple years and it's a well kept secret.
On the local real estate front, including Fairfax homes and homes for sale in Arlington, VA, Vienna, Oakton, Chantilly, Reston, and Annandale, Spring continues to be very busy, especially for sellers, with properties getting offers at asking price within a week.
Rates have moved up over the past two weeks, as the resumption of the mortgage market is now dependent…
Simple Lighting Upgrades when Selling Your Home
Monday, April 5th, 2010 at 4:39pm. 56 Views, 0 Comments.
In Fairax, I try to convince sellers to address the following NECESSARY lighting suggestions to as to mazimize offers. I have some open house tricks I try with a well lighted home, and they work wonders. Remember, even if you use an electrician, these upgrades are very affordable. I'm not talking about expensive outdoor lighting or interior recessed lighting projects. These are simple and will return huge offers compared to home next door that's got boring lights.
These should be done whether we're talking about Fairfax homes, homes in Arlington, VA, McLean, Vienna, Oakton, or any other location in this area.
- Update Your Lamp Shades
A fresh lamp shade can really perk up a boring lamp. When the pleats get flat or the lining burns off, get rid of the lamp…