Wow! The townhome and condo inventory in Northern Virginia is low, low, low right now!
OK, so given past performance of the seasonal market, that may not be such a big news flash. However, with the mild weather around the DC metro area this winter, more buyers than usual are out home shopping -- perhaps jumping the gun on the spring market.
Low supply and higher demand can be good news for sellers. The Northern Virginia market continues to recover from the wild roller coaster ride last decade and much of the market is still in the buyer's favor, but right now appropriately-priced and well-maintained townhomes and condos are moving relatively quickly when they come to market.
Are you thinking of selling this winter or spring? Let me tell you about my comprehensive tried-and-true marketing plan to get your home listed quickly and SOLD!
For family-friendly fun on New Years Eve in Loudoun, check out the Ringing in Hope 10K and 5K race or 1K walk along a certified, level, scenic course in Loudoun's beautiful Brambleton community! Ringing in Hope has become an annual New Year's Eve tradition in Loudoun, with race proceeds raising funds for several local charititable organizations. Along with the race and walk, loads of family fun activities are planned including pony rides, moon bounces, train rides and more!
Check the Ringing in Hope site for full details about all the day's activities and race registration. Showers and changing facilities are available for race participants so why not stay to enjoy the shopping, dining and take in a movie at Brambleton's Town Center too? Brambleton Town Center is located at 42395 Ryan Road, Brambleton (Ashburn), VA 20148
A beloved annual Christmas tradition in Leesburg, VA, is "Return to Bethlehem", a Living Nativity sponsored by Leesburg Church of the Nazarene.
Come this weekend, December 10 and 11, to see the Loudoun County area's one-of-a-kind Living Nativity from the comfort of your car from 5:00 to 8:30pm both nights.
Bring hot chocolate and a little patience as the line of cars coming off Route 7 can get a little backed. People come from all around to see this unique annual display and the lines do get longer later in the evening.
Admission is free but monetary donations are welcome.
Located just off Route 7, just west of the town of Leesburg at 17667 Roxbury Hall Road, Leesburg, VA 20175
Are you looking to shop for fine art in Loudoun? Take a break from the big box stores and stop by the Gateway Gallery for some truly special Christmas gifts this year. Last weekend I stumbled onto the Gateway Gallery, a unique gift shop in Round Hill. My planned stop at Hill High Orchards for a slice of heavenly coconut crème pie got delayed when I saw the sign next door for this little gem of a gift shop. Inside there were delightful pewter bowls and wine bottle coasters, handmade wooden bowls, stunning photography, unique jewelry collections, textiles, glass.
The Gateway Gallery is home to an eclectic collection of fine art from 30+ local Loudoun County artists. Located just off Route 7 at Hill High Orchards (directly across from Stoneleigh Golf Course), the Gateway Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday 11-6. phone 540-338-3001, web: www.thegatewaygallery.com
At Hill High Orchards you can enjoy a warm slice of pie and coffee before or after shopping. Looking for something more relaxing? Enjoy a glass of wine in DC's Wine Country at Bogati Vineyard next door.
Ever had one of those days where nothing seems to be going right? I had one of those days recently and it had me questioning my choice of careers. Don't get me wrong, I'm very thankful to be working full-time and to have weathered what was one of the roughest patches in the real estate industry in recent memory.
But some days are tough, as in all jobs. We question our choice of careers. We wonder if anyone's ever satisfied with all the effort we pour forth in our jobs.
At the end of that particular day, I received a copy of a letter that a client, who I recently helped purchase a home. In this age of email and texting, he had taken the time to send a snail-mail letter to my broker. This is what he had to say:
This letter came at just the time I needed to hear some good news! It made my DAY, my MONTH, my YEAR!! This served as a HUGE reminder why I work as hard as I do: Friendships made and kept.
In this unique industry, we meet new people and spend significant amounts of time with them as they are going through one of life's most stressful times -- home buying or selling. During these hours, there are untold opportunites for friendships, not just business contacts, to grow. An unexpected "kudos" like this makes all the long hours and effort worthwhile. And, the highest compliment this client paid me is the friendship that will last beyond the settlement table. Can't put a price tag on that! Now, back to work.... and whistling while I do it!
(Name withheld to protect privacy.)
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I am an experienced negotiator working in the Northern Virginia (NoVA) market within an hour radius from Dulles Airport. From urban communities to land in the country, find your perfect home in NoVA.
I am likely the only person you'll meet who ran away from the Circus! After more than a decade at Feld Entertainment (parent company of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus) where I was a senior executive, it was time for a change! I've been licensed to sell real estate since 2003 and have been a full-time Realtor® since then. The first broker I worked for said I spent too much time with clients! How is that possible?!? The attention that I give to each client is what makes your home purchase or sale a success. And yes, I left that broker after a few months to join RE/MAX where the brokers understand that real estate is about getting results for the client! I believe that my success is the direct result of the superior service I provide my clients. My clients know that they are important to me, and that I'm totally dedicated to protecting their interests.
As a Seller, you can expect an integrated marketing plan that includes professional photography, virtual tours, professional staging consultation, color brochures, enhanced listings on multiple websites, prominent placement on major Internet sites (especially on Realtor.com, the #1 consumer home search site), and in-person exposure of your home to other Realtors through a Broker's Open House. I will keep you informed and provide regular feedback. Ask my sellers who tried other agents, but felt like a cog in the wheel. I don't collect listings, I work with serious sellers who want to move. I provide the marketing, the resources and guidance necessary, to get your home sold. I am a believer in hands-on care, and for this reason, you'll always have direct access to me.
As a Buyer, you should expect detailed information and historical listing data on the property, assistance in evaluating comparable sales and current inventory to select from, helpful advice on resources so you can make an informed decision, contact information on reputable lenders, home inspectors, movers, settlement companies and ultimately a Buyer's Agent who will guide you safely from the first time you set foot in a home to the closing table where you'll joyfully receive the keys to your new home!
You can be confident that my loyalty is only to you! I refuse to represent both the Seller and the Buyer in the same transaction ("dual agent") because of the potential conflict of interest. Most agents will work as a dual agent (dual agents make twice the commission) but when the loyalty is divided, don't you hear that nagging voice...are you being represented as well as you could be?
Whether buying or selling, I am with you every step of the way guiding you with my vast resources and knowledge. And, when settlement day arrives, I will be there with you at the settlement table, representing you all the way
My Education, Credentials and Professional Associations
* B.S. in Business Administration
I am active in the community as a Trustee with the Loudoun Healthcare Foundation. I am an active member of the Ladies Board of Inova Loudoun Hospital. I co-chair of the Annual Ladies Board Rummage Sale held in October at Morven Park International Equestrian Center, an event that regularly raises in excess of $150,000 for charity. My Areas of Specialization
My Market Area...
...includes most of Northern Virginia, particularly communities within a one-hour radius of Dulles Airport. Many major job centers are located in the Dulles Tech Corridor, along the Dulles Toll Road (Rt. 267) in Chantilly, Reston, Herndon, Ashburn, and Leesburg, Virginia. This major commuter route and job center has helped spur neighborhood growth throughout Fairfax and Loudoun Counties and I always have clients who are looking to buy or sell in these areas.
If you like planned communities, consider Ashburn, Brambleton, Broadlands, Lansdowne (Golf community), Raspberry Falls (Golf community), River Creek (Golf community) , Belmont County Club (Golf community), and South Riding. All are within reach of the job-rich Washington, DC, metro area and Northern Virginia employment centers.
Are you a dual personality? Career driven by day, but at night want to ride your horse or the tractor? Then consider one of the area's beautiful small towns: Aldie, Bluemont, Lovettsville, Hamilton, Hillsboro, Middleburg, Purcellville or Round Hill.
Wherever you'd like to call home in Loudoun County or Northern Virginia, I can help you find your perfect home. Call or email me anytime and check out my site, HomeInLoudoun.com, to find out more about Loudoun, and the surrounding counties, and to begin the search for your next home.
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I'm proud to share Testamonials from some of my past clients....
"Lisa was wonderful! I want you to know how much I appreciate her and my experience having her as my agent!"
Leigh Hittner Leisemer, Alexandria, VA
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