Dana Forster Realtor, A Home 4Sale Inc, Va

About Us:

I hold a B.S. degree in Nursing from William Paterson University and a Masters in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. Before joining A Home4Sale I worked in Healthcare Management. I am ready to share with you my expertise to help you transition into your new home in the Fredericksburg area. I am dedicated to being a resource for my clients, both buyers and sellers-not only meeting their real estate needs, but exceeding their expectations.

One of my greatest attributes is the ability to listen. Once you have described your Real Estate needs and desires, I have the ability to search for your property through "your eyes." Purchasing a home, or land for a home, is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Selecting the right home is of major importance and having the transaction occur in a timely, professional and ethical manner is equally important. Integrity, honor and trust are the cornerstones of my business. I will be completely dedicated to you and your needs during this transaction. I look forward to building lasting business relationships with my clients.

I served in the Military for 7 years and my husband is still active duty Navy. I have moved multiple times and can really help smooth your transition to your new home.

I reside in Spotsylvania with my husband and three sons. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I am an active member of both regional and national real estate associations. For professional real estate services, call me at 540-645-1354 or email me at danamforster@verizon.net

Community Information

Perfect Location...

The city of Fredericksburg and Counties of Caroline, King George, Stafford and Spotsylvania are ideally located midway between Washington D.C. and Richmond, Virginia. Area commuters enjoy an array of dependable commuter services traveling north and south daily including a commuter rail system to Washington D. C.'s Union Station.

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Robust Expansion...

Boosted by the regions strong growth, a steady stream of business and industry is moving here; with this development comes an influx of new jobs, as well as ample shopping opportunities.

Yet the area is more than an ideal place for shopping and doing business. The cool forests, gentle hills and stately homes draw many newcomers to the area. The communities are active and residents are proud of their schools and their local recreation programs. Medical care facilities include Mary Washington Hospital and a number of private health and dental care facilities. Spotsylvania County is also home to one of the country's leading cancer treatment centers.

The City of Fredericksburg was named by Life in America's Small Cities as the "Third Best Small City in the Country". History abounds. George Washington's mother lived in Fredericksburg and James Monroe located his law practice here. The Civil War was fought on it streets. A forty block National Register Historic District includes not only many historic attractions and restored private homes, but also antique shops, fine restaurants, galleries and craft boutiques. The city is situated right on the Rappahannock River which offers many recreational possibilities. Annual calendar of events are filled with festivals, celebrations, theater programs, tours, concerts and art exhibits at Mary Washington College. Mary Washington Hospital Medicorp is a high tech, dynamic medical facility that provides the community with state-of-the-art health care.

Stafford County is just 40 miles south of Washington D.C. it has two commuter train stops for the Virginia Railroad Express. George Washington's home at Ferry Farm and the American impressionist artist Geri Melchers' Belmont home are just a couple of the historic attractions. Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George Counties are the fastest growing counties in the area and are two of the fastest growing in Virginia for residential, commercial and industrial development. Stafford County also has a reliever airport.

Spotsylvania County experienced a tremendous growth with the residential explosion of the 80's. Numerous schools were built to accommodate the influx of residents who sought the better quality of life in the County and in the area as a whole. Germanna Community College recently opened a new campus in the Lee's Hill Area. Lake Anna, a 13,000 acre lake, is a recreational delight. In the County history abounds; The civil war battles of Wilderness, Chancellorsville, and Spotsylvania Courthouse were fought here. The County also hosts one of the area's largest shopping malls.

Orange County is just an hour and a half drive from Washington D.C. and was created in 1734. Orange county is rich in heritage and once extended to the Mississippi River and the Great lakes. Antoinette Arsic, in an article published in the Piedmont Area Real Estate magazine, describes Route 20 as one of Virginia's most scenic byways noting how the road winds through farmlands and massive estates into Virginia's horse and wine country. Route 20 and Orange County history fascinates genealogists and historians; The Orange County Historical Society maintains more than 2,000 volumes and 1,000 files of information on local families, historic buildings, and sites, as well as a map collection. In the 1930's gold was mined in the county. Lake of the Woods is a large recreation oriented community located in the Eastern part of the County. Its amenities include lakes for boating and fishing, a golf course, swimming pools, restaurant and club house, and horse stables. the community also has its own fire department and security force.

King George County is bound by the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers. It is called the "Gateway to the Northern Neck", the long strip of land extending eastward from King George. Despite its growth and closeness to urban areas, King George maintains a rural, Arcadian quality. Caledon State Park and Lends End Wildlife Preserve are perfect for outdoor lovers. James Madison, elected President in 1809, was born in the County. King George is home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center at Dahlgren.

Caroline County boasts two incorporated towns, Bowling Green, which is the county seat, and Port Royal. Port Royal is on the Rappahannock River and was a busy trading center in the 1700's. It is one of only three towns in the U.S. to be listed on both the state and federal registries of historic places. The county is close to Richmond, Virginia's capitol. Caroline County has remained largely rural. There are several lake communities and a couple of larger planned town communities should add to the Counties residents. The County is home to Army Post, A.P. Hill. Timber and farming are still important industries. Many of the residents work in and commute to Richmond and Northern Virginia.

Lake Anna is the second largest lake located entirely in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The lake stretches 17 miles in length; and with a shoreline of over 200 miles Lake Anna is a recreational focal point for the area. More than 30 species of fish inhabit Lake Anna waters. Popular among fisherman are the largemouth bass, striped bass, walleye, catfish, white and yellow perch, crappie, bluegill, and thredfin shad. The recreational use of the lake is overseen by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Lake Anna is also a great place to get your water skies wet or just enjoy the pleasures of boating. Seasonal and year 'round homes in rural settings lure urbanites to vacation and live in the Lake Anna area.

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