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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

May 2009 - Northern Virginia Home Sales Statistics

May 2009 Statistics Forecasters Say Recession Nearing End Ninety percent of economists think the recession is nearing its end, but don't expect the economy to soar anytime soon. The National Association for Business Economics surveyed nearly 75 percent

Celebrate Earth Day with a Gift to the Planet and Your Wallet

RISMEDIA, April 22, 2009-In celebration of Earth Day and the escalating buzz around the immense stimulus package President Barack Obama signed into law in February, you might be wondering exactly if, how and when you (and the planet) will directly benefit.

Report: Virginia Remains Competitive

Virginia is one of the most economically resilient states and shows good prospects for recovery, according to the American Legislative Exchange Council. A new report by the ALEC ranks Virginia No. 4 in economic outlook. Maryland is ranked in the middle

This Week in Northern Virginia Real Estate - 4/12/2009

The market has really picked up inside the beltway in Northern Virginia for homes priced in the $250-$400k range. I have consistenly been one of multiple contracts for all of the properties I have written on for my clients. Some examples are: 1 of 6 contracts

Same Model - Very Different Price - Inside vs Outside the Beltway

Recently I sold a Fairfield Model townhouse in the Newington Forest neighborhood of Springfield. The Fairfield model was a very popular model built by Ryan Homes in the 80's and are found all around the beltway in Northern Virginia. The open staircase

The Door is Closing on Deals

After being in multiple contract situations week after week since the beginning of the year I feel like the door is closing on great deals on homes in the close in suburbs of Northern Virginia. I have not written an offer on a single property inside the

This Week in Northern Virginia Real Estate - April 5, 2009

After a much needed 18 day vacation I pretty much walked off 24 hours of gruelling travel and straight back to work. I am grateful that I have clients to come back to. Before I report on the Northern Virginia market I want to take a minute to discuss

This week in Northern Virginia Real Estate - For the Week Ending 1/31/2009

Happy New Year! I realize it is already February but I have gotten off to a busy start this year and have thus been neglecting my Blog. The market is picking up in certain areas and for certain property types which is good news. Inventory: In the $250-400k

Atlas District (H) Street in Washington, DC Named Up-and-Coming Neighborhood by Business Week

The Atlas District (H) Street Neighborhood in Washington, DC was named one of the 15 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in the US by Business Week Magazine. The Atlas District neighborhood is located in the Northeast Capitol Hill area of DC. For additional information