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Residential Disclosure Tip
Agents should never fill out a disclosure form for the seller. An agents duty is to advise the sellers of the state's disclosure laws and the sellers obligations there under. Using disclosure forms adds a layer of protection to all parties in the transaction. However the forms themselves do not replace an agents independent responsibility... Continue reading→
Real Estate Elements of Value (DUST)
Regardless of its purpose, an item has some value if it satisfies four essential elements: Demand: This means the desire to buy and an ability to pay. Utility: The item satisfies a human need or desire; such as shelter, income, or recreation. Scarcity: Limited in supply, as supply diminishes, value increases. Transferability: Able to transfer... Continue reading→
Florence Overlook — manor homes near the Beltway
Florence Overlook is located in the Penn Daw area north of Mt. Comfort Cemetery and south of Telegraph Road. Homes are spacious with many luxury appointments and sit on large lots. Florence Overlook is relatively close to Franconia / Kingstowne and Alexandria VA in the Lee District of Fairfax County. Florence Overlook is in the... Continue reading→
In Real Estate what is a Special Agent?
A special agent is a person authorized to perform a particular act or transaction. Special agency limits the broker to certain activities specified in the listing agreement. Special agents cannot legally obligate clients (cannot accept an offer on a clients behalf). Special agents are sometimes a part of brokerage transactions.
Reasonably priced single family homes near Alexandria
White Oaks is a small subdivision of homes located west of Fort Hunt Road in Fairfax County near Groveton and Beacon Hill. This community is served by Hollin Meadows Elementary, Sandburg Middle and West Potomac High schools.
Newer homes in Mount Vernon
Petitts Landing is a community of large newer homes in Mount Vernon. These homes were built in the 1990's and generally boast more than 4000 sqft of living space plus an ample basement. Two-car garages and large lots are the norm in this community. Buyers here should expect hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces and modern amenities... Continue reading→
Hollin Brook Park — spacious homes near Fort Hunt Road
Hollin Brook Park is located in the Hollindale vicinity of Fort Hunt Road, lining Sherwood Hall Lane between Fort Hunt Road and Richmond Highway. These spacious split-foyer homes with columned porches were built in the late 50's / early '60's. These homes have large flat lots and mature hardwoods.
Homes near Dyke Marsh Nature Preserve
The Dyke Marsh Nature Preserve is managed by the National Park Service as a part of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Dyke Marsh is located along the west bank of the Potomac River and includes approximately 485 acres of tidal marsh, floodplain, and swamp forest. Dyke Marsh is one of the largest remaining freshwater tidal... Continue reading→
Nethergate — townhouses in Old Town Alexandria VA
Nethergate is a subdivision of rowhouses on the North End of Old Town Alexandria VA just off Bashford Lane between Michigan Ct. and Portner Rd. Most of these townhomes were built in the early 1980's with a brick exterior construction that dovetails nicely with the colonial charm of Old Town. Many homes in Nethergate have... Continue reading→
Looking for a home on the water? Look for Wellington.
Wellington is a neighborhood of homes on the Potomac River at a thin strip of land between the George Washington Parkway and the waterfront. Some of Fairfax County's finest homes are found on Southdown at Wellington, just north of Arcturus. Residents here enjoy easy access to the Mount Vernon Trail as well as the many... Continue reading→