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The Benefits and Disadvantages of Condos
This article is reprinted by permission from CondoBenefits.com Advantages Condos on average are more affordable then other types of housing. Maintenance of the exterior of the building will be take care of. The peace of mind living next to neighbors if help is needed. Condos can be located in major cities surrounded by restaurants, night... Continue reading→
A little about Belle Haven Marina
Belle Haven Marina is found on the George Washington Parkway just south of historic Old Town Alexandria. Belle Haven Marina is owned by the National Park Service and operated by Belle Haven Marina Inc. The Belle Haven Marina is a short walk from River Towers, Belle View and New Alexandria. Rowboats, canoes, kayaks and sail... Continue reading→
What is a condo?
A condominium is real estate with certain specific properties. Although there are various types of condominiums, the most common legal arrangements involve individual ownership of each unit, with joint ownership of the communal or common areas by all of the residents in the building. Condominium developments can be commercial or residential. In the case of... Continue reading→
Why choose a condo?
People choose condominium life for a number of reasons. Some condos are less expensive than a traditional single-family house. Additionally, many condos have added amenities and facilities which an individual cannot afford on his own. Most condominiums have amenities you won't find on a similarly priced single family residence. For example, a typical condo has... Continue reading→
Audrey Moore RECenter at Wakefield Park
Fairfax County has a number of RECenters throughout the county. One of these is the Audrey Moore RECenter at Wakefield Park. The park is located in Annandale just outside the Capitol Beltway. The center features swimming, fitness and racquetball facilities as well as other recreational activities such as crafts and dancing. The center is ADA... Continue reading→
10 Questions to Ask Before Buying Wood Floors
What color range do you want — light, medium, or dark? Do you want a floor with more natural character, or less? What board width do you want? Do you want engineered or solid-based floors, depending on your home’s conditions? How critical is length to you in reducing the overall number of seams? Do you... Continue reading→
Millennials Poised to Put Their Mark on Housing
Sixty-five percent of the millennial generation, ranging in age roughly from 18 to 34, say that their intention to purchase a house has significantly increased in the past year, according to a survey from PulteGroup. “As the economy continues to stabilize, more young adults will wean off of mom and dad and start to live... Continue reading→
Home Ownership Rate Drops to Lowest Point in 18 Years
The U.S. home ownership rate has fallen to its lowest point since 1995, the Census Bureau reports. The home ownership rate dropped to 65 percent in the first quarter, down slightly from 65.4 percent a year earlier. Housing analysts say tight credit conditions, constrained inventories of for-sale homes, and an increase in single-family rental homes... Continue reading→
5 Steps to Buying a Home
Step 1: Defining What You Want Start by creating a prioritized list of features you want in your home and the reasons why. Use it as your search guide, but remember that depending on your budget and funding, you will probably need to make some compromises. Your Nesbitt Realty real estate professional can you information... Continue reading→
What is the MLS?
Most people have heard of the MLS, but many are unclear as to exactly what it is. MLS stands for Multiple Listing Service. The Multiple Listing Service is probably your best tool as a home buyer and your best friend as a home seller. But what exactly is the MLS? The MLS is a database.... Continue reading→