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February 2011 - Posts
Monday, February 28, 2011 11:39 AM
RENTED - In 1 Day!
3 Story For Rent/Lease in Ashburn Village Beautiful Rental! • 1,202 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story "Townhouse" - MLS® $1,650 USD Monthly Ashburn Village, Ashburn - Beautifully maintained 3 Bedroom with 3 Full Bath Townhome in Ashburn
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Thursday, February 24, 2011 11:53 PM
Top 5: Tips for Rebuilding Your Credit After Foreclosure
Tips for Rebuilding Your Credit After Foreclosure Many people have weathered through some tough times over the past few years. But now, as things begin to look a little brighter, it's time to consider starting over the right way and with a plan. As
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Thursday, February 17, 2011 9:19 PM
Top 5: 9 Tips for Hiring a Heating and Cooling Contractor
9 Tips for Hiring a Heating and Cooling Contractor When your heating and/or cooling system breaks down, it can be an overwhelming experience to find a contractor if you don't have someone you already trust. You need to find someone quickly but don't
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Thursday, February 17, 2011 2:50 PM
Townhouse For Sale in Penderbrook
TOTALLY UPDATED! • 2,179 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm townhouse "4 LEVELS" - MLS® $460,000 Penderbrook, Fairfax County - Spacious, 4-Level, Brick-front Townhome featuring 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, Loft and Garage in Sought-after Penderbrook
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011 4:55 PM
Is Your Livelihood Worth $99?
I thought this was great information for all Realtors to pass along. It was posted on the CEO of Allegiance's blog. Our industry is under attack: Mortgage Interest Deduction The proposed White House budget cuts call for taxpayers in the 33 percent
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011 11:06 AM
Changes in FHA Monthly Mortgage Premium
I received an email from Tammi Lewis of 1st Mariner Mortgage regarding the increase in the FHA monthly mortgage premium. In an effort to further strenghten FHA's role in providing financing to buyers, HUD is increasing the monthly mortgage insurance
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Monday, February 14, 2011 6:34 PM
Happy Valentine's Day!
Some Valentine's Day inspired homes and rooms just for fun on this Valentine's Day! Designer Betsey Johnson's Home is pretty in Pink... A Pretty Kitchen from Elle Decor... and a fun bed from Elle Decor... The house my kids would want to live
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Monday, February 14, 2011 1:56 PM
The Storage Valet - My New Best Friend for Listings
Most people have clutter in their homes that needs to be removed prior to selling their homes. I always tell my clients that there is a difference between the way we live and the way we sell our home. I have two kids so it looks like a bomb went off most
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Thursday, February 10, 2011 3:58 PM
Top 5: Freshen Up Your Home This Winter with 3 Simple Projects
Freshen Up Your Home This Winter with 3 Simple Projects It's easy to understand why the harshness of winter can slow you down. From the inclement weather to the treacherous roads, winter's mighty bite is fierce. While we cannot predict or control
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Thursday, February 10, 2011 2:55 PM
Open House in North Pointe on Sunday
February 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 North Pointe, Reston - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 1669 Cedar Hollow Way on February 13 from
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Thursday, February 10, 2011 9:33 AM
Can Anyone Tell Me What the Purpose of The Doorbell Button in the Kitchen Is?
Being in Real Estate you see a lot of unique and different things in peoples homes. Some peoples decorating style is beautiful and gives you great ideas, some have unique styles that are neat to look at but you wouldn't necessarily do in your own
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011 7:44 PM
The Wizards Know Best...
Buying or Selling a Home in Northern Virginia? Contact Kim Darwaza of RE/MAX Allegiance to discuss all of your real estate needs at 703-856-2254 or kim@kimdarwaza.com . To search for MLS Listings please visit http://www.kimdarwaza.com .
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011 9:25 AM
Economic and Housing Outlooks Brighten, According to Fannie Mae Analysis Group
Top 5 in Real Estate Network® Members are dedicated to providing you with the most up-to-date, helpful real estate information. This monthly newsletter, "Real Estate Matters," offers articles on a range of topics that will inform you in
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Monday, February 07, 2011 2:39 PM
FHA Extends Anti-Flipping Waiver under 2011 Year End.
FHA EXTENDS 'ANTI-FLIPPING WAIVER' TO HELP STABILIZE HOUSING MARKET: Measure continues effort to boost home values and accelerate resale of vacant properties In an effort to continue stabilizing home values and improve conditions in communities
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Thursday, February 03, 2011 8:52 PM
Top 3 Strategies for Buying a Luxury Property
Top 5 Strategies for Buying a Luxury Property While the media devotes a lot of space and time to highlighting the negative aspects of today's real estate market, there are actually many unique opportunities that exist for savvy buyers. For example,
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Thursday, February 03, 2011 5:00 PM
3 Story For Rent/Lease in Ashburn Village
Beautiful Rental! • 1,202 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story "Townhouse" - MLS® $1,650 USD Monthly Ashburn Village, Ashburn - Beautifully maintained 3 Bedroom with 3 Full Bath Townhome in Ashburn Village Neighborhood. This home has double
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Tuesday, February 01, 2011 9:09 PM
Love for Egypt
I am so saddened by the recent protests in Egypt that have lead to the looting of the Egyptian Museum. I was so fortunate to be able to go to the Egyptian Museum this summer and to be able to see all of the artifacts from King Tut's Tomb amongst other
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Tuesday, February 01, 2011 5:34 PM
302-4130 Monument Court in Fairmont is Sold!
Fairmont, Fairfax City - The 2 story at 302-4130 Monument Court has been sold. Property information
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