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April 2011 - Posts
Friday, April 29, 2011 1:36 PM
Friday Mortgage Update - April 29th, 2011
The Friday Brief Current Interest Rates 417K and below with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.625 FHA/VA 4.375 15yr Fixed 3.875 5yr ARM 2.990 FHA 3.625 417-729k with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.750 FHA/VA 4.500 15yr Fixed 3.990 5yr ARM 3.250 FHA 3.625 End of Jumbo Mortgages
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Thursday, April 28, 2011 6:07 PM
How a Mortgage Can Help Your Finances
These days, the national media is full of stories about foreclosures and homeowners who are “underwater” with their mortgages. Amidst all the doom and gloom, however, there are still countless Americans who enjoy the advantages of responsible
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Thursday, April 28, 2011 1:24 PM
Price Reduced on 12108 Green Ledge Ct #102, Fairfax in Penderbrook
Penderbrook, Fairfax County - Announcing a price reduction on 102-12108 Green Ledge Ct, a 940 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story "Great Floorplan!". Now MLS® $234,900 - Reduced!. Property information
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Thursday, April 28, 2011 12:55 PM
Open House in Clifton Downs on Sunday May 15th 1-4 PM!
May 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 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 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 Clifton Downs, Clifton - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 6293 Clifton Road on May 15th from 1:00
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Thursday, April 28, 2011 12:54 PM
Open House in Clifton Downs on Tuesday
May 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 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 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 Clifton Downs, Clifton - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 6293 Clifton Road on May 3 from 11:30
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Thursday, April 28, 2011 12:53 PM
Open House in Marumsco Woods on Sunday
May 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 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 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 Marumsco Woods, Woodbridge - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 1403 Kentucky Avenue on May 1 from
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Saturday, April 23, 2011 8:58 AM
California Contemporary with 2 Story Guest House For Sale in Clifton
Contemporary with Guest House • 6,300 sq. ft., 6 bath, 6 bdrm 2 story "Contemporary" - MLS® $1,295,000 Clifton Downs, Clifton - Make this California Contemporary and Guest House with 6,300 square feet on almost 6 acres in Clifton with
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Saturday, April 23, 2011 7:22 AM
Friday Mortgage Brief - April 22, 2011
The Friday Brief Current Interest Rates 417K and below with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.750 FHA/VA 4.625 15yr Fixed 4.125 5yr ARM 3.375 FHA 3.750 417-729k with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.875 FHA/VA 4.750 15yr Fixed 4.250 5yr ARM 3.500 FHA 3.750 SunTrust Jumbo Solution
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Friday, April 22, 2011 6:39 AM
7 Tips for Decorating on a Budget
In today's economy, homeowners are watching their money more closely and going out of their way to give their home a fresh look by working with what they already have. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I have access to many great
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Friday, April 22, 2011 6:34 AM
Heating and Cooling Tips
“Weakness of attitude becomes weakness of character.” ~Albert Einstein Home Maintenance Tip - HEATING AND COOLING TIPS Programmable Thermostats You can save up to 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011 10:06 AM
USAA - Avoid Like the Plague
I am so frustrated with USAA right now that I could scream. I am sure that you can see the smoke coming out of my ears. They must offer discounts to military because I really don't understand why anyone would use them for their mortgage. They have
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011 9:07 PM
12006 Lisa Marie Ct in Penderbrook is Sold!
Penderbrook, Fairfax County - The townhouse at 12006 Lisa Marie Ct has been sold. Property information
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011 8:55 PM
Estate For Sale in the Mill Branch Neighborhood of Clifton
Beautiful Estate Home • 7,000 sq. ft., 6 bath, 5 bdrm 3 story "Colonial" - MLS® $1,000,000 Mill Branch, Clifton - Beautiful estate home in the heart of Clifton. This over 7,000 square foot home is situated on over 5 private acres and
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Saturday, April 16, 2011 8:51 AM
Price Reduced on 4125 Trowbridge Street in Crestmont
Crestmont , Fairfax City - Announcing a price reduction on 4125 Trowbridge Street, a 2,868 sq. ft., 4 bath, 3 bdrm townhouse "End Unit". Now $635,000 - Reduced!. Property information
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Saturday, April 16, 2011 7:57 AM
Remembering My Fellow Hokies...
Virginia Tech massacre Locals gather to mourn after the shooting. Location Blacksburg, Virginia , United States Coordinates 37°13′46″N 80°25′23″W / 37.22944°N 80.42306°W / 37.22944; -80.42306 Coordinates :
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Friday, April 15, 2011 12:52 PM
Mortgage Update - Friday, April 15th, 1011
The Friday Brief Current Interest Rates 417K and below with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.750 FHA/VA 4.625 15yr Fixed 4.125 5yr ARM 3.375 FHA 3.750 417-729k with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.875 FHA/VA 4.750 15yr Fixed 4.250 5yr ARM 3.500 FHA 3.750 SunTrust Portfolio
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Thursday, April 14, 2011 6:41 PM
Answers to 5 Common Questions About Default
Unfortunately, in today's slowly recovering economy, many homeowners continue to find themselves in financial trouble. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I have worked with many clients over the past few years to help resolve their
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 1:33 PM
Crime Statistics & Sex Offender Websites
I often get asked for crime and sex offender information for neighborhoods. These are links to the websites for our area where you can get that information: http://alexandriava.gov/police/info/default.aspx?id=9050 http://www.arlingtonva.us/Departments/Police/crimereport/viewlist.asp
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 12:40 PM
Open House in Carlyn Park on Sunday
April 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 27 28 29 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 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Carlyn Park, Falls Chruch - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 3379 Ardley Court on April 17 from
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 12:39 PM
3 Story For Sale in Carlyn Park
TOTALLY REMODELED! • 1,870 sq. ft., 4 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story "Townhouse" - MLS® $400,000 - Offering 3% in Closing! Carlyn Park, Falls Chruch - Totally renovated townhouse in great Falls Church location. This professionally negotiated
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 12:39 PM
Price Reduced on 3379 Ardley Court in Carlyn Park
Carlyn Park, Falls Chruch - Announcing a price reduction on 3379 Ardley Court, a 1,870 sq. ft., 4 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story "Townhouse". Now MLS® $400,000 - Offering 3% in Closing!. Property information
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 10:03 AM
HomePath Buyer Incentive
HomePath® Buyer Incentive Fannie Mae is currently offering buyers up to 3.5% in closing cost assistance through June 30, 2011. The HomePath property buyer must meet the following qualifications to be eligible: •Buyers and/or selling agents (the
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Monday, April 11, 2011 10:24 AM
Price Reduced on 24990 Mineral Springs in Stone Ridge
Stone Ridge, Aldie - Announcing a price reduction on 24990 Mineral Springs, a 3,438 sq. ft., 4 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story. Now MLS® $485,000 - Reduced!. Property information
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Monday, April 11, 2011 10:06 AM
Open House in Crestmont on Sunday
April 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 27 28 29 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 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Crestmont , Fairfax City - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 4125 Trowbridge Street on April 17 from
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Saturday, April 09, 2011 2:09 PM
Open House in Marumsco Woods on Sunday
April 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 27 28 29 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 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Marumsco Woods, Woodbridge - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 1403 Kentucky Avenue on April 10 from
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Friday, April 08, 2011 10:09 PM
2 Story For Sale in Marumsco Woods
Shows Well! • 1,710 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Raised Rambler" - MLS® $230,000 Marumsco Woods, Woodbridge - Beautifully maintained 3 Bedroom 2 Full Bath Single Family Home with Fully Finished Basement and Large Fenced Yard. OPEN
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Friday, April 08, 2011 2:31 PM
Mortgage Brief - Friday, April 8th, 2011
The Friday Brief Current Interest Rates 417K and below with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.875 FHA/VA 4.750 15yr Fixed 4.125 5yr ARM 3.375 FHA 3.750 417-729k with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.990 FHA/VA 4.750 15yr Fixed 4.250 5yr ARM 3.500 FHA 3.750 The SunTrust Home
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Friday, April 08, 2011 2:22 PM
Good News for Second-Home Owners and Buyers
According to a recent survey from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the market share of vacation- and investment-home sales held steady in 2010. Although sales volume declined with the overall market, vacation-home sales accounted for 10%
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Friday, April 01, 2011 7:16 PM
Open House in Stone Ridge on Sunday
April 2011 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 27 28 29 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 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Stone Ridge, Aldie - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 24990 Mineral Springs on April 3 from 1:00
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Friday, April 01, 2011 7:11 PM
Friday Mortgage Brief - April 1, 2011
Current Interest Rates 417K and below with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.750 FHA/VA 4.625 15yr Fixed 3.990 5yr ARM 3.250 FHA 3.750 417-729k with 0 points 30yr fixed 4.875 FHA/VA 4.750 15yr Fixed 4.125 5yr ARM 3.375 FHA 3.750 Market Update-Clipped from the Mortgage
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