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Reflections . . . - Apr 04 11:53 AM
Was it really 40 years ago?  The media has a "new" focus for the day. CNN is running reports about the murder of Dr. King. I can not begin to count the number of times I have seen this image in the paper or on the television in the last couple days, much less the last couple hours.
                                            
Frenzied fingers pointing to the source of the bullet that ripped through Dr. King's face and left him ...

House History, House Sentiments, House Envy - May 05 04:13 PM
Do most real estate agents suffer from house envy now and then?  Or are we immune after a while?  We get to see a lot of magnificent homes.  Most of the time I feel inspired by a great place.  I don't ever recall wanting to live in one of them.
But how about a certain type of house?  A certain feel of house? Yes, there has been a longing, and it never left me.  Because in the ...

Jennifer’s Metro Destination – Taste of Georgetown – Saturday, October 13, 2007 (Washington, DC) - Oct 11 08:50 PM
     
This Saturday, October 13, 2007 is the Taste of Georgetown from 11 am to 4 pm in Georgetown, located in Northwest, Washington, DC.  There will be approximately 25 restaurants participating.  Individual tasting tickets are $5 and a pack of 5 tickets is $20 (prices subject to change). 
 Avoid the traffic - PARKING IS CHALLENGING IN GEORGETOWN.  You can ride the Georgetown Metro Connection for FREE from 10 am to 5 pm.  Every 10 minutes the Georgetown ...

Spring Inspiration and Positive Views from the Tidal Basin to the Washington Monument - Apr 05 07:58 AM
  
There just aren't enough words that can ever tell the wonder of wandering around the Tidal Basin in Washington DC when the Cherry Blossoms are in bloom.  It feels like walking under huge mounds of cotton candy.  The air is sweet with the smell of the blossoms and the waves of pink seem to go on for ever.
 
Top off the beautiful trees with the views of the Jefferson Memorial and the Washington Monument and you have ...

Once Upon a Nervous Breakdown... - Aug 27 08:20 AM
Are you ready for a nervous breakdown yourself?  The real estate market, work, life, children, parents, errands, health, email, friends pulling you in a thousand directions?   The style and humor of this book makes it an easy read for those who need a good laugh.  This is the fourth book by Patrick Sanchez and it truly is laugh out loud funny.
This book is written by a man who seems to totally understand women (yes, that is right) and if you don't ...

The Magical History Tour Takes to the Water-Washington DC - Feb 04 06:36 PM
So have you recovered from all of the walking on the last round of the Magical History Tour?  Did you remember to hold on to your ticket?  Today we are going to take a little different mode of transportation for our tour.  We are going to head out on the little Potomac River to get a different view of the area.
First we might not want to make the Potomac River angry by calling it little.  In ...

Interactive Vietnam Veterans Memorial- Now Available Online - Mar 27 03:23 AM

For those who've ever visited the Vietnam War Memorial, you already understand the sentiment.

It's an experience you may never forget.

I'm from a military family. My father spent more than a year there- it seemed much longer.

Growing up on a military base felt, at times, like living in a colony inhabited by women and children.

Moms were everywhere- at little league and meet the teacher night. Fathers were ...

Spring Inspiration and Positive Views: the end to our winter of discontent - Apr 14 11:55 AM
 I live and work in close proximity to our Nation's Capital. I have experienced three score or more Springs. As April finds her way clear of chilly March winds and shakes of the dusty remnants of a long winter past........the world changes overnight.
Bright blue skies frame delicate cherry blossoms throughout the area. Grey trees erupt in delightful coat of more shades of green than one could imagine. The dank, musty odor of spring shower covered mulch ...

Why Now is the Best Time in Years to Purchase a Home - Oct 31 01:03 PM
Failure to act now could be the most costly mistake you make.  Here are the top 5 reasons why:
1.) Leveraged investment power: With most investments, such as stocks and bonds, the money (and risk) you put into the investment is entirely your own.  With real estate, while you may only put down 5% or 10% of your own money, you are receiving a return on the entire value of the home.  So, you may put down ...

It is a New Day in Washington ! - Jan 15 08:15 AM
So, the DC schools systems were not up to snuff. Everybody in the area knows that. They have been in disrepair for quite some time. It seems that every Mayor has come into office saying that something will be done and every Mayor has left office with the schools in pretty much the same condition as they were when they arrived.
Mayor Fenty did not wait. He announced sweeping changes and brought someone into his administration ...

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District of Columbia Market Reports

DC Market Update 10/15/07 - Oct 15 06:48 AM
Current Number of Homes Active and Under Contract:
Here is the breakdown as of October 15, 2007
The number of homes for sale have increased greatly in the past few weeks.  While some increase is generally expected prior to the slow down of the winter months; current home inventory levels in most areas are the highest they have been all year.
Here are the number of homes on the market including the number of homes that were ...

Will Interest Rates Drop? Now may be the time to buy! - Sep 15 10:11 PM
There has been much talk lately that the FED's cut next week will be from 1/2 to as much as 1 percent.  While the FED'd rate does not equate to mortgage rates; it does sometime help boost mortgage back securities which may in fact help Interest rates.
This could mean a slight drop in mortgage interest rates as well as a boost; probably short-term; in the stock market.  Also credit interest rates should see a drop and overall, borrowing of money ...

DC Homes For Sale - Dec 28 09:52 AM
Here are the current Single Family (non-condo) homes for sale in some of the Washington DC neighborhoods.
As you can see; Capitol Hill has the most number of Homes for sale in the (close to downtown) areas.  Capitol Hill remains an area where many want to live because of its proximity to not only our Nations Capitol, but Eastern Market, Union Station and Metro Stops.
Dupont Circle; currently has little of offer someone not looking for a condo.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Who hit the brakes on the DC Real Estate Market in September? - Nov 07 12:13 PM
The Real Estate market seemed to hit a rather large bump in the road.  Overall, the market in DC has avoided any real downturns this year; until September.
Washington DC Real Estate sales slowed in September after a pretty fair run.  Below is the year in Summary:
While the Average Price Sold is was only down 3.65% from 2007; The number of homes sold took a significant hit.  The % Sales Price - shows at what % of ...

Washington DC; Current Home Inventory - March '08 - Mar 16 09:37 AM
March Update.... It is a Buyer's Market or a Seller's Market?
How does one know if there are more buyers than sellers?  REALTORS look at a couple of different pieces if data.  The number of homes on the market; how many homes are selling and the average days a home sits on the market.
A "Balanced Market" is considered to be when there is about a 6-month supply of homes on the market.  If there are less homes ...

Washington, DC : Market Report for February - Mar 16 09:14 AM

The month of January had mixed results around the DC Metro area. 
Washington DC and Montgomery County saw an Average Sold Price, higher than it was for last February. Prince Georges saw the average sold price fall quite a bit, due to such a high inventory of homes for sale.
Number of Homes Sold; continues to be significantly lower than the same time last year. 
DAYS on the Market; shows how many days it is taking to sell a home. Arlington County has ...

Washington, DC : Market Update 5/5/2008 - May 05 12:45 PM
Current Number of Homes Active and Under Contract in the Washington DC area:
Here is the breakdown as of May 5th, 2008
Home inventories dipped this week; as many homes "EXPIRED" or came off the market because their listing agreements ended.  Many will return to the market next week. 
 
example: Single Family Homes in DC; 14 LESS on market from last week, but 65 "expired" - in reality 51 new listings came on the market.
Washington DC
Single Family:     Actives: 1961 (Down 14 from last week)           Expired: 65         Under Contract: ...

Washington DC; Single Homes For Sale - Mar 13 02:06 PM
 Here are current number of Single Family Homes (Detached/Row Houses/NON-Condos); for sale in some of the popular Washington DC Neighborhoods.  While there are a few homes/Mansions with 5-10 bedrooms on the market in some areas; This chart only represents 2, 3, and 4 bedroom homes. 
This data is broken down by zip code:
For a list of homes for sale in other parts of the Metro Washington DC area; contact me for the information.  Information is always Free!
 

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Washington DC Market Report for December - Jan 19 11:14 AM
The month of December had mixed results around the DC Metro area. 
Most areas (inside the beltway) saw an Average Sold Price, higher than it was for last December.  The exception being Prince Georges County, where the average sold price continues to fall due to such a high inventory of homes for sale.
Number of Homes Sold; continues to be lower than last year.  In fact only DC and Arlington had positive numbers (in the Spring) for any month ...

Swimming Pool Homes in Washington, DC - Jun 28 11:59 AM


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How I Got Left Behind In St. Martin... Part II (This has nothing to do with Real Estate) - Mar 06 11:59 PM
Instead of lamenting about how I got left behind by the Royal Caribbean cruise liner, I will do what I usually do with the rest of my life: concentrate on the lessons learnt.  Here is what I have learnt from the experience of being left behind on the island of St. Martin:
1.  Before disembarking a cruise ship, make sure you understand the exact time you are supposed to return by. 
2.  Whenever leaving the ship, make sure ...

Some Great Concerts Coming to D.C. Area - Oct 20 05:33 PM
The D.C. area is one of the top regions in the country for culture. 
 
If you like museums, there are tons of great ones and some terrific current and upcoming exhibits.
 
If your taste in entertainment leans more towards live music concerts, all the great shows make a stop on the tour in the D.C. area.  Besides for New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and maybe Boston, Washington D.C. ranks as one of the top venues for live ...

Guns still blazing....the new Sheriff continues cleanup! - Jan 27 10:01 AM
The mayor is about to announce that up to nine DC government employees have been terminated after they were found to have visited an egregious amount of pornographic sites during 2007. An investigation was conducted by the Office of the Chief Technology Officer. The investigation began September 15th of last year after the city got a complaint from an employee about co-workers browsing and downloading pornographic content on government computers. My only question is what ...

It's Thursday And I Haven't Booked My Cruise Yet... - Mar 20 10:21 PM
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             
For the past several years me and my daughter have gone on a cruise during spring break.  This will be the first year that we're not going. 
 
She is turning 15 soon and wants to go to the beach here at home and be with her friends.  I can't say that I blame her; our beaches are the best and the weather is so beautiful now.
Still...  I need a vacation!
 
I want to take a break.  ...

Take Me Out to the Ballgame! - Mar 28 04:24 PM
Sunday March 30th is Opening Day for the Washington Nationals baseball team.  While opening day for baseball is exciting enough (and who doesn't enjoy sitting in the stands during beautiful springtime weather?), this time around it is really special because it marks Opening Day for the newly constructed $700 Million Nationals Park in Washington D.C.  
Nationals Park has already sold out to its 41,888 seat capacity for Opening Day.  Excitement is in the air and buzzing ...

What are Buyers Closing Costs? - Oct 16 01:33 PM
When you purchase a home there are many costs and fees that are associated with the purchase of home.  Many buyers think that if they can 100% loan they won't need any cash at closing.
The Down-payment (or lack thereof) is only a part of the closing cost of buying a property. 
Here is a breakdown of costs and fees associated with buying a property in Washington DC. Estimates are averages based on a sale price of $300,000.
Loan Origination Fee: ...

Office Exclusive / "Pocket" Listing .. is it the BEST thing for the Seller? - Apr 29 08:55 PM
With the slowdown in the Real Estate market; it is no wonder that some Real Estate Brokerages are doing what they can to make their own business as profitable as possible.  One such way to make more money is for a brokerage to sell their own listings; doing "both sides" of the transaction.
While this is a form of Dual Agency (when a Broker represents both Seller & Buyer); the Buyer may in fact have their own ...

The Rates are dropping the Rates are dropping! - Jan 04 10:29 AM
Better to have Falling Mortgage Interest Rates than the sky - that's for sure!
I was just speaking with one of MY Preferred Lenders at Country Wide and she told me rates on many products have dropped again this morning.
Currently she was quoting 5.75% on a 30-Yr Fixed with No Points! 
For those of you on the fence about if you should re-fi before your ARM adjusts - now may be the time!
Monday the rate was 6%.  This rate ...

Photo's of the Pope's Mass @ National's Park - Apr 20 10:43 AM
    I'm sure that all of the D.C. local Realtor's are aware that the pope was recently in town, and they probably experienced the traffic snarls that went along with it!  My brother Thomas managed to get into Nationals Park the day before the pope held mass there this past week and took some really neat photos of the event while the park was still empty.  He even managed to get photos up close ...

And the Oscar Goes to... - Feb 21 11:49 AM
With the writer's strike finally over, it is time to celebrate with the 80th Annual Academy Awards.  Although D.C. is a long way from the bright lights of Hollywood, that doesn't mean that those inside the Beltway have to be left out of the celebration this Sunday night.  Whether you are interested in watching the nominated films or just catching the ceremony and red carpet extravaganza with friends, there are plenty of events coming up to ...

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District of Columbia Listings

Price Adjusted!!! Come to Woodridge Where Spacious Living and Affordability Go Hand in Hand - May 05 11:48 AM
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1727 28th Street SE. #T-2, Washington, DC 20020 - Apr 28 10:52 AM
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Washington DC; For Rent - 2 Bedroom + Den Townhome - Apr 07 10:57 AM
Great Rental Town House 83 Danbury Street SW, Washington, DC 20032 View Map Like new; beautiful constructed 2 bedroom Plus DEN, End-Unit Town Home. Upgraded Kitchen with island, Garage, balcony and lots of light. This 3-level home provides plenty of living space and room to entertain. Close to Metro, Bolling AFB, Minutes to Downtown DC or the Nats Stadium! Visit: www.DCRealEstateNews.com News & Information for Home Buyers and Sellers. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 5028 Wisconsin ...

OFFICE SPACE DC Area For Lease - Mar 09 02:46 PM
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE FOR LEASE IN THE WASHINGTON DC AREA
Located in business district at 7304 Georgia Avenue NW.
Zoned for commercial or residential.
$2,000 per month.
Unit includes Kitchen and Full Bath.
Ron Trzcinski; Zenith Realty; 410-935-5844.
 
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612 G Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 - Mar 05 04:20 PM
 
Prestigious turnkey home on Capitol Hill
$709,000
3 floors; 3 bedrooms plus office; 3 baths
Granite and Stainless Renovated Kitchen;
Full Dining Room plus a Breakfast Room;
Lower Level Au Paire Suite
 
Comforts of Home You Deserve
Victorian Charm with 2008 Conveniences
Three full floors with bump-out
Main floor is open
Gourmet Kitchen
Gated rear with Deck and Parking
Large Owners Suite
Skylight for natural light in upper level
South facing bay windows - lots of light
High ceilings and crown moldings
Walk to Congress or Union Station
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New Listing! Foxhall Village Rowhouse! - Feb 26 10:14 AM
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Investor's Paradise - Jan 31 09:19 PM
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Adorable Cape Cod for Sale In Woodridge - Jan 31 09:17 PM
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Happy New Year! - Jan 16 03:22 PM
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