Archive for September, 2008

Preparing Your Alexandria Home For Fall

Monday, September 29th, 2008 Posted in Fun | 1 Comment »

In the Garden - Prepare the lawn or garden for falling temperatures.  Remove weeds, seed and fertilize the lawn, and plant any spring-blooming bulbs.  In areas where the ground freezes, ... Read more..

Alexandria Foreclosure Homes Not For Everyone

Friday, September 19th, 2008 Posted in Buyers, Foreclosures | No Comments »

To some people, the idea of buying a foreclosure home means getting a good deal on a move-in condition model home.  To others, foreclosures equal trouble.  At least that's according ... Read more..

Alexandria VA Homes For Sale – Tuesday Tour Of Homes

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008 Posted in Buyers, McEnearney, Open House | No Comments »

In order to keep a sharp eye on the market, some agents conduct weekly tours called Broker Opens.  A Broker Open is an open house for agents and brokers (of course ... Read more..

Kingstowne Home For Sale – Open House Sunday Sept 14

Friday, September 12th, 2008 Posted in Buyers, Kingstowne, Open House | No Comments »

Open This Sunday, Sept 14 from 1-4pm 5510 Jowett Court Alexandria, VA 22315 - $559,500 Kingstowne This elegant brick front end unit townhome offers many special touches for the pickiest buyer.  Improvements and features ... Read more..

Alexandria City September 11 Service

Thursday, September 11th, 2008 Posted in News | No Comments »

These photos were taken during today's service in Old Town Alexandria in remembrance of those lost in the September 11 attacks. There are tons of websites, photos, and links that can ... Read more..

Jazzy Events In And Around Alexandria VA

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 Posted in Fun | No Comments »

The fall brings out the best in music, art, and performances from around the area.  Check out these terrific events for some jazzy September fun: Alexandria Festival of ... Read more..

Understanding Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae Changes

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 Posted in Buyers, Foreclosures, News | No Comments »

  Does the recent news about the government takeover of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae have you scratching your head?  Before the news was news, Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the ... Read more..

Open House Sunday Sept 7 – Burgundy Woods

Saturday, September 6th, 2008 Posted in Buyers, Open House | No Comments »

Open House Sunday, September 7th 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. 3419 Burgundy Road Alexandria, VA 22303 - $759,000 When location and luxury are essential, make the time to put this home on your list.  ... Read more..

Down Payment Assistance Now A Memory

Friday, September 5th, 2008 Posted in Buyers, Preapproval | 2 Comments »

  Well, it seems that all of the funds for Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs have dried up.  Even though the deadline is near for the government aid to officially come ... Read more..

Labor Day Humor

Thursday, September 4th, 2008 Posted in Fun | No Comments »

What's So Funny About Work?     (Note: my office is really much neater than this!) In honor of Labor Day, September 1, and all workers, here's a look at the lighter side of ... Read more..