- tipClean- The most obvious is cleaning. As much as you enjoy leaving your dirty laundry scattered everywhere and the dirty dishes piled up in the sink, cleaning is unavoidable. Hiring cleaners is often the best solution. Professional cleaners will scrub and clean the places you will easily overlook. The better your property shows, the easier it will sell.
- Landscaping- The yard and the exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers will see. Removing weeds, dead branches and making sure downspouts are functioning correctly are relatively inexpensive tasks that will do wonders on the first impression of your home. If you're thinking of moving next spring, (then) this winter, you should be working on your landscaping.
- Paint- Painting your home in a neutral color that appears to a broad audience will help purchasers envision themselves in your home. Auburn red might look great to you, but it has the potential to turn off buyers.
- De-clutter- It might be tough to let go of some items you have lying around your home. De-cluttering your home will give the impression of more space and give a more desirable impression.
About Mount Vernon Country Club
Mount Vernon Country Club
5111 Old Mill Road
Alexandria VA 22309
703 – 780 – 8700
A green oasis blanketed by the busy suburbs of southeast Fairfax County in Alexandria Virginia, Mount Vernon Country Club can be found on George Washington’s former farmland. Being accessible, Mount Vernon Country Club is 5 minutes from Fort Belvoir and 15 minutes away from Old Town Alexandria, Kingstowne and Lorton.
- Friendliest club in Northern Virginia
- Men, Women and Juniors tournaments and leagues
- Tuesday and Friday eveni9ngs feature organized summer social plays
- Quiet woodland setting
Nesbitt Realty can help you buy and sell real estate in Mount Vernon. - Novices through scratch golfers are welcomed
- A preferable walking course
- Practice facilities and Pro Shop with lesions by PGA professionals
- Speedy play- 4 hours and 10 minutes on Saturday mornings
- Weekend tee times and walk on during the week
- Equal playing privileges for both men and women
- Dining Room – The Perfect setting for an intimate and private dining experience also offering one of the best Sunday brunches in the area.
- Sam’s Place – Lined with windows overlooking the golf course while enjoying Pasta Night with made to order pasta
- Members’ Grill & Woodlawn Room – Place to relax or unwind with 2 HD TV’s that allow members to watch the latest PGA tournament and other sporting events. The menu includes specials, burgers, sandwiches, salads and entrees like pasta, fish or steaks.
- At the Turn Grill – A rush snack available upon calling in on the 9th tee so that it would be available when you make the turn on to the 10th.
- Barracuda Grill – offers salads, snacks, grilled Panini sandwiches and other treats while relaxing by the pool and watching the kids play.
- Lounge Chairs
- Alfresco Gazebo
- Ping pong tables
- Barracuda Grill
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Christmas at Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon Estate is decking the halls for "Christmas at Mount Vernon", a joyful daytime program at the Mount Vernon Gardens and Estate from late November through January.
Christmas at Mount Vernon means themed decorations (including 12 Christmas trees), a gingerbread Mount Vernon, historical chocolate-making demonstrations, and 18th-century dancing will be offered.
Visit Aladdin, George Washington's Christmas Camel, take special Mansion tours, and make a Chocolate Toast to Christmas, with our 18th-century-style chocolate drink, a Washington family favorite.
- Date(s):11/26/2010 - 01/06/2011
- Recurring daily
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Location: Mount Vernon: George Washington's Estate & Gardens Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens, Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121
- Phone: (703) 780-2000
New contruction? Here’s a buyer’s tip …
If you're thinking of buying a new construction in your next home, you probably already know that every new home development will have its own sales staff. These people are often friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable about the newly built home. However, these folks work to sell this property only. The on-site staff of a builder knows the property as-well-as or better than anyone around and they are there to assist you but they work for the builder.
When in the market for a newly built home, it's a good idea to employ your own advocate, an agent who does not work for the builder, to look out for your interests. We don't work for the builder ... we work for you. Our agents know the entire area, not just one property. We know the pitfalls and benefits of buying new, and best of all it won't cost you one dime more than if you use the onsite staff. You have a right to representation:exercise that right today!
5 Traits of Today’s Home Buyers
A survey by American Lives, a consumer research firm in California, conducted a study for the trade magazine Builder to answer that question. Here are their conclusions:
- They are young. Most are under 45. Half said they had annual household incomes of $75,000 or less. Two-thirds are married.
- They are frugal. They consistently told surveyors they were eager to live a simple lifestyle.
- They are concerned about their financial future. About 70 percent said the economy is “not so good” with 27 percent saying it was getting worse and 27 percent saying it was getting better, and two-thirds saying it would get better in a year. Some 55 percent said they were concerned that they might lose their jobs.
- They see themselves as energy efficient but not necessarily “green.” About 32 percent said they’d pay extra for energy-efficient features but only 16 percent said they’d pay extra for recycled or renewable construction materials.
- Neighborhood is important. Ninety-five percent said they thought the community was as important as the home itself. Seventy-nine percent wanted the most square footage they could afford, but 69 percent said they’d consider a smaller home in the right neighborhood.