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October 2009 - Posts

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 8:46 PM

$8,000 Tax Credit and Expansion

The United States Senate is expected to vote, later today, on a bill to extend Unemployment Insurance benefits. This bill will contain the Dodd - Lieberman - Isakson Amendment to Extend and Expand the $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit. The Extended
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Saturday, October 24, 2009 6:44 AM

Funniest Real Estate Video That I Have Seen

This is the funniest real estate video that I have seen. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-RLqLx1iYI To begin your search for the perfect home or to sell your home in Northern Virginia, call Kim Darwaza at 703-856-2254. Please visit http://www.kimdarwaza.com
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Friday, October 23, 2009 8:47 PM

Great American Restaurants to Open New Italian Restaurant in Fairfax Corner

The Great American Restauants coming soon signs are up in the space that was once occupied by Organized Living at Fairfax Corner, and has sat vacant for quite sometime. Everyone in our neighborhood is excited about the new Italian restaurant but according
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Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:41 AM

Congratulations to Clark Mahek of JK Moving & Storage - My Favorite Mover

Clarke Mahek of JK Moving & Storage has been my preferred mover of choice since I entered Real Estate. He has moved most of my clients and my parents as well. If you are looking to move and want a great experience call Clarke for all of your moving
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4:10 PM

Whitney Houston's NJ Mansion For Sale - $2.5 Million

Whitney Houston's mansion on North Gate Road in Mendham Township, NJ has been listed for $2,500,000. This is the home where Being Bobby Brown was filmed in case you were one of the five people that actually watched that show. The property is 12,561
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:05 AM

Fairfax County H1N1 Vaccine Distribution Information - Clinics @ Schools Cancelled Due to Production Delays

The H1N1 Clinics that were supposed to be at local area schools this weekend have been cancelled due to vaccine production delays. Updated information can be found on the Fairfax County Government website or below. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/flu/h1n1-vaccine-distribution.htm
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:38 AM

Children's Health Magazine - 100 Best (and Worst) Places to Raise a Family

Washington, DC came in 17th in the Children's Health Magazine - 100 Best (and Worst) Places to Raise a Family. Personally I think that it should be re-labeled as Northern Virginia. We all know that Loudoun and Fairfax Counties are the two wealthiest
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Sunday, October 18, 2009 9:41 AM

Reasons Why Northern Virginia is a Great Place to Live - Shopping with Emeril at Whole Foods in Fair Lakes

One of my favorite places to grocery shop is the Whole Foods in Fair Lakes. I get to shop while Emeril is filming his show every so often. The next time he films will be October 26th - 30th. They also have great little sit down eateries inside the store
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Friday, October 16, 2009 6:43 PM

Just Launced My New Short Sale Website

Chances are, you or someone you know in Northern Virginia is facing the possibility of foreclosure. But you need to understand that you are not alone . Today, 1 out of every 10 homeowners in America is behind on mortgage payments. These are tough and
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Thursday, October 15, 2009 4:20 PM

Northern Virginia Real Estate - September 2009 Market Statistics

Up, Up & Away: September Housing Data Shows Four Months Supply of Inventory; Pending Home Sales Up 13 percent; Number of Home Sales Up 2 Percent; Average Home Prices Up 5 Percent Employment Prospects Favorable With Government Agencies: Federal Government
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009 11:49 AM

Extension of Tax Credit Looks Likely

A Realty Times Feature Article by Kenneth R. Harney Quick passage by the House last week of a bill extending the $8,000 home buyer tax credit next year for military, diplomatic and intelligence personnel serving overseas increases the odds that Congress
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009 11:44 AM

Numbers Worth Knowing When Hiring a REALTOR

Using REALTOR mag's top 100 numbers; there are a couple of facts that are just too important for you not to have. 1. Long and Foster averaged 5.192 transactions per associate. RE/MAX Allegiance averaged 11.939 per associate. 2. Long and Foster's
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009 6:56 PM

Avoiding Deer Collissions in Northern Virginia

It is that time of year when deer are getting very active, and they will be more active over the next few months. I am sure you are seeing deer lying on the sides of many roads in the area. Last week there was one with a full rack sitting on West Ox Road
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009 1:04 PM

Thank You

September 2009 Kim, Thanks so much for all you have done in the long process of us buying a house. Thanks to you for all your help and always being so positive!! It's been fun getting to know you and your family these last months. I hope that we keep
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009 11:25 AM

JD Power & Associates Home Builder Satisfaction Rankings - Washington, DC Area

J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Pulte Homes Ranks Highest for a Second Consecutive Year in Overall Customer Satisfaction among New-Home Builders in Washington, D.C.; Winchester Homes Ranks Highest in New-Home Quality WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.: 15 September
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Sunday, October 11, 2009 6:54 PM

Video of How to Buy a Foreclosure in the Northern Virginia Real Estate Market - 10/11/2009

Sadly this video is a very accurate representation of what is happening in the Northern Virginia Real Estate market with foreclosure listings. Click on the link below to watch this short, funny and informative video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SM7oWKgCVo4
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Wednesday, October 07, 2009 9:31 AM

Washington, DC ties for 1st Place as Hottest Post-Economic Downturn Destination

Which cities are likely to be the hottest post-economic downturn destinations for young, brilliant, and highly mobile workers? The Wall Street Journal surveyed six trend-spotting experts and they chose cities based on economic diversity, lifestyle and
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Wednesday, October 07, 2009 9:23 AM

National Association of REALTORS Statement Regarding - H.R. 2454, the American Clean Energy & Security Act

The U.S. House of Representatives approved H.R. 2454, the American Clean Energy and Security Act by Reps. Waxman (D‐CA) and Markey (D‐MA). Following NAR’s long‐standing policy to only take a position on legislation, or provisions within legislation
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Wednesday, October 07, 2009 9:14 AM

New Housing Bill Will Force Loan Modification

Four senators are putting their muscle behind a new housing bill intended to prohibit lenders operating in the U.S. from foreclosing on home owners without first having discussed reasonable modification options with the borrowers. The bill, called the
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