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Should I Rent or Buy?

November 17, 2015November 17, 2015K Michael Nesbitt

Is it time to take the plunge into the home buyers' world? If the idea of purchasing your first home or just buying the next home is on your mind, I have some thoughts to add to the collection you've already been making in your own mind. Sometimes moving seems like an exciting experience and other times just a nuisance. The act of actual moving is totally irrelevant, though when it comes to actually achieving movers happiness. In order to gauge the level of success you've achieved from a move some factors must be taken into account. The first that I've noticed when trying to understand this is whether or not I find myself smiling on the way home or annoyed, dreading another night there. Where we lay our head at night is a big part of happiness. Finding a place that draws us to it is a key to achieving the level of happiness that we've dreamed about for probably all our lives. I know I have an ideal mind set and when heading home over the years, different houses and apartments that I've lived in have conjured up thoughts of peace as well as dread. This is why I have a suggestion if you are moving into a new area. Do you know the neighborhood? Do you know the neighbors? Do you feel comfortable with your morning and evening commute? If any of these make you a bit hesitant, please do some research before buying and dedicating yourself to an area. Maybe now is the time to rent a home to take a year and investigate the location a bit. This may give greater insight into the desired location you want to buy. Maybe something just isn't right. If so, the lease will end and you can pick up the iMac and the six iPads and just move the family. When it finally feels right, it'll feel right and then you know without a doubt that you're ready to lay down roots in the area. If now is the time to test out new areas, check out the guide below and the listings that just may help you on your search for happiness.

The term "garden-style" condo usually refers to a condominium residence in a building that has less than three stories. Most garden-style condos have balconies or patios for each residence. Many garden-style condos have a main entrance that opens to a common-area hallway. Additional common areas include the green space and "gardens" surrounding the structures. If you're interested in garden-style condos you'll have a lot of options in Northern Virginia.

From the suburban feel of Kingstowne to the central location of Bolling Brook from the vintage charm of Belle View to the chic feel of Carlyle Square, are just some of the many Northern Virginia condominium communities we feature.

2,273 sqft

On Site: 1 Days

Listing courtesy of Federa, Inc.

1,176 sqft

On Site: 1 Days

Listing courtesy of Lake Homes Realty, LLC

1,440 sqft

On Site: 5 Days

Listing courtesy of Samson Properties

2,240 sqft

On Site: 7 Days

Listing courtesy of Federa, Inc.

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The Secret to Happiness

October 7, 2015October 7, 2015K Michael Nesbitt

Why Is Happiness So Elusive? Kindness is more important than almost any other thing when dealing with people. It's actually presented very well in the bible. Treat others as you would want to be treated yourself. Not because it says so, but because it's the right thing to do and because you want to. My parents are the two nicest people I've ever met and I learned that kindness is important not by having it drilled into my head by them, but how I see them live their lives. Everyone in this world is a person who wants kindness in their lives. Some people are more open to it than others, but the truth is that kindness creates happiness. Life can be a beautiful ride or a chore. The choice is ours. It takes more effort to be mean and negative than it does to be kind and sweet. The ultimate goal that is attained by being one or the other of these will alter our very existence. The results can be dramatically different. It is a simple choice of mind set. No better result is possible by choosing the negativity route. Love is all around us, but if we never accept it, it may drift away to a hidden part of our world that is tough to re-gain. We at Nesbitt Realty believe in showing kindness to others. We also believe in bringing that kindness to the business. We will implement these ideals in our efforts to find you the home or condo of your dreams in the Alexandria, Fairfax County or Arlington area of northern Virginia. When buying a home it is often best to use a systematic approach as this is often the best way to be sure that all decisions are based on information and reason, not on impulse or emotion. Buying a home can be an emotional process, nevertheless, it is imperative to keep your emotions under control and not let them cloud your judgment. Your Realtor can provide an objective opinion unclouded by emotions and yet guided by experience. Our agents are locals with in-depth knowledge about the market and what it will bear. Best of all we can save you thousands on your purchase, while providing you with a home-town small business experience. [learn more]

1,530 sqft

On Site: 8 Days

Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 New Millennium

900 N Stafford St #2627, Arlington 22203

2,370 sqft

On Site: 1 Days

Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 New Millennium

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What happens when one door of happiness closes?

May 12, 2015September 18, 2015Aubrey Nesbitt

When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us. - Helen Keller