In Northern Virginia, especially inside the beltway places like Falls Church VA, it has typically been cheaper to rent than to buy unless you have a hefty down payment of 20% or more saved up. But now, with a combination of falling values in several condo communities along with historically low
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09/30/2011
When buyers make an offer to purchase a home in Arlington, Virginia, they usually make it contingent on a home inspection. Within that inspection, the inspector will test all major systems, appliances and check for any deficiencies like leaks, cracks and deferred maintenance. In our standard ho
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09/29/2011
If you are thinking of putting your Arlington VA home on the market this fall, you might wonder how long you can expect it to take to sell. On average, for August, it took 58 days for Arlington, VA homes to sell. That means 58 days before a contract was ratified, and you can add another 30-45
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09/27/2011
If you are thinking about selling a home in Arlington VA, or really anywhere, it is a good idea to recognize that the market is fluid, and selling real estate is all about adaptability to market conditions. But - "My agent gave me a marketing plan, and we should stick to it!", you might say.
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09/18/2011
The relationship you will form with your agent is a close one. Agents also often get pretty close to their clients too. Choosing where to live or selling ones' home is a very personal, emotional process. For most people, it's the biggest purchase they will ever make and if it's a listing, cha
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09/14/2011
Susan knocks it out of the park here. I tend to think people are extraordinary when they do well, rather than saying that's just what they are supposed to do. What do you think? Do you give praise for problem solvers, or just expect every one to do it? Wonderful food for thought Susan!Recentl
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09/14/2011
Selling homes is an art and a science and it takes a savvy real estate professional to get it done. In Arlington, Virginia, the real estate market is one of the strongest in the country. We did not fall that hard in the crash, relative to very distressed markets. We have lower unemployment t
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09/12/2011
You might think that spring is the BEST time to sell your North Arlington home, and that is true, but if spring passed you by and you'd like to sell your North Arlington home in 2011, there is still time. There is a huge market of buyers that do not go by the school calendars, and often have t
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09/07/2011
Coral Gundlach | McEnearney Associates | (703) 200-3631 5573 Seminary Rd #402, Falls Church, VA Amazing top floor condo with incredible courtyard views! Garage parking, low fee, lots of amenities. 1BR/1BA Condo offered at $202,900 Year Built 1994 Sq Footage 679 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 par
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09/06/2011
Coral Gundlach | McEnearney Associates | (703) 200-3631 4717 31st St S #C2, Arlington, VA Lovely updated loft style, top floor, hardwoods, charming and spacious 1600 sqft. Great storage, and privacy! 2BR/1BA Condo offered at $339,000 Year Built 1944 Sq Footage 1,694 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 full,
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09/03/2011