Your Northern Virginia Real Estate Expert

2011-11-29T12:08:00.001-08:00

New-Home Sales Post Biggest Gains in Months http://ping.fm/IyfA7

2011-08-22T05:59:00.001-07:00

“Beauty once seemed to me to be an accident of nature. ...But now that I can see my life on my face, I realize we earn the way we end up looking. Time, it seems, gives us all a chance to really be beautiful.”
— Ann Curry

2011-08-14T07:06:00.001-07:00

Open House Today in Haymarket 2-4 pm
6156 Michener Dr.
http://ping.fm/blQ1H

2011-08-13T09:29:00.001-07:00

Enjoying this nice weather!!

2011-05-22T17:08:00.001-07:00

Teaching Michelle how to drive. Ay Ay Ay.

2011-05-22T07:50:00.001-07:00

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Mortgage Rates Reach Another Low for 2011 http://ping.fm/f2BWx

2011-05-14T11:47:00.001-07:00

At my friend Ouida's pinning. Ceremony. Today she celebrates reaching her goal of becoming a nurse. Congratulations!!!

2011-05-07T16:17:00.001-07:00

At the movies with my girls to see Something Borrowed. "So fun" As Lexi would say.

2011-05-06T10:47:00.001-07:00

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-In Time for Buying Season, Rates Reach Yearly Lows http://ping.fm/HVym9

2011-05-05T17:28:00.001-07:00

I made it to Baltimore after driving for 3 hrs. I am only 1 hr late to my very first Melaleuca event wearing 2 different shoes. Made it with practically no gas, got lost 2 x. Couldn't find parking and as I get out of the car, I almost twisted my ankle. Lord there has to be a reason for all this!! But I walked in smiling like I own the place. Ops . Had to remember to crossed my legs in the way no one noticed my shoes. Please pray I make it home ok.

2011-04-28T09:53:00.001-07:00

On the tour bus at Leisure World Leesburg previewing the property my clients want to buy. Nice place.

2011-04-27T11:08:00.001-07:00

On my way to sell a home in river oaks.

2011-04-24T08:31:00.001-07:00

Enjoy the day and have a Happy Easter!!

Prince William County Homes

2011-04-20T18:43:00.001-07:00

New and modified real estate listings
"Homes for Sale"
In Prince William County
for 2011-04-19

PW7533918 7567 GARY RD #30 MANASSAS INTERSTATE 66 $8 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7533912 7569 GARY RD #31 WOODBRIDGE WOODBRIDGE $9.75 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7577289 13357 RAWLS ST MANASSAS INTERSTATE 66 $12 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7533898 7573 GARY RD #33 MANASSAS INTERSTATE 66 $12 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7533902 7575 GARY RD #34 MANASSAS ASHTON PROFESSIONAL CENTER $13 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7407629 9280 CORPORATE CIR #DB GAINESVILLE GAINESVILLE PROFESSIONAL $17.5 Listing Company Metropolitan Asset Management, Inc.
PW7462854 7568 GARDNER PARK DR #9 MANASSAS NONE $18.5 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7502299 9001 DIGGES RD #101 MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $20 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7335418 9200 CHURCH ST MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $20 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7500503 9200 CHURCH ST #SECOND FLOOR MANASSAS SUDLEY ROAD $22 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7462084 8609 SUDLEY RD MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $24 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7564824 9300 WEST ST MANASSAS BATTLEFIELD BUSINESS PARK $26 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7208471 9930 BATTLEVIEW PKWY MANASSAS OLD TOWN MANASSAS $250 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7241341 9104 CHURCH ST MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $500 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7497402 9324 WEST ST MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $500 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7497394 9324 WEST ST MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $550 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7497364 9324 WEST ST MANASSAS SIGNAL HILL $600 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7497382 9324 WEST ST WOODBRIDGE BOULEVARD CENTRE CONDO $700 Listing Company RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
PW7505445 4233 DALE BLVD WOODBRIDGE OLD DOMINION SQUARE COND $900 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7431964 13895 HEDGEWOOD DR #241 WOODBRIDGE SECOND ANTIETAM $995 Listing Company Promax Management, Inc.
PW7566699 12238 STEVENSON CT #12238 WOODBRIDGE OLD DOMINION SQUARE COND $1000 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7431957 13895 HEDGEWOOD DR #141 MANASSAS SUDLEY PARK $1100 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7542047 8425 DORSEY CIR #101 WOODBRIDGE OLD DOMINION SQUARE COND $1200 Listing Company Premiere Realty
PW7369345 13885 HEDGEWOOD DR #141 DALE CITY OLD DOMINION SQUARE $1200 Listing Company Premiere Realty
PW7398080 13885 HEDGEWOOD DR #241 WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $1200 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
PW7580974 4136 GRANBY RD MANASSAS PARK OUTLOOK $1250 Listing Company G M Realty LLC
MP7581489 8660 MADERA CT #72 WOODBRIDGE HIGHPOINTE AT RIPPON LAN $1300 Listing Company G M Realty LLC
PW7576948 15624 WEATHERVANE TER #624 WOODBRIDGE ELYSIAN WOODS $1350 Listing Company J.P. Realty
PW7568341 12759 CARA DR #9-A MANASSAS MILIC COMMERCIAL CENTER $1392 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7522363 10521 CRESTWOOD DR #201 WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $1425 Listing Company Edward E. Pagett Real Estate
PW7550394 4520 KNOLL DR WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $1450 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7568097 12342 AZTEC PL DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $1495 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7543657 15406 BEACHWATER CT WOODBRIDGE MARUMSCO HILLS $1500 Listing Company Guardian Realty LLC
PW7573488 2304 LONGVIEW DR WOODBRIDGE SOMERSET AT W $1500 Listing Company More Options Realty
PW7551362 12548 KEMPSTON LN #9-96 MANASSAS WELLINGTON/CLOVERHILL $1501 Listing Company United Realty, Inc.
MN7574425 10323 BUTTERNUT CIR WOODBRIDGE ROLLING BROOK $1550 Listing Company New Dimensions Realty, Inc.
PW7579940 1927 INGLEBROOK DR MANASSAS PARADISE $1575 Listing Company Jobin Realty
PW7579834 11078 CLOVERTREE CT DUMFRIES SOUTHLAKE AT MONTCLAIR $1595 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7569073 15665 VIEWPOINT CIR DUMFRIES WAYSIDE VILLAGE $1650 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7578029 17296 WEXFORD LOOP WOODBRIDGE RIVER CLUB 1 AT BELMONT $1700 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7575265 830 BELMONT BAY DR #502 WOODBRIDGE RYAN CONDOS AT POTOMAC C $1750 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7569515 2386 MERSEYSIDE DR #148 DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $1800 Listing Company Better Homes Realty, Inc.
PW7580618 16206 SUNNY KNOLL DR WOODBRIDGE RIDGELEIGH $1850 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7581446 11513 BERTRAM ST GAINESVILLE THE TOWNES AT VILLAGE PL $1850 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7580953 7202 LITTLE THAMES DR #164 MONTCLAIR MONTCLAIR $1850 Listing Company Better Homes Realty, Inc.
PW7576512 16008 FAIRWAY DR MANASSAS NONE $1950 Listing Company Wright Realty, Inc.
PW7581331 7158 WELLINGTON RD DUMFRIES WAYSIDE VILLAGE $1975 Listing Company U S Realty Partners, Inc.
PW7558394 17247 AMERICAN ELM CT WOODBRIDGE BUILD AMERICA $2000 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7577750 14826 BUILDAMERICA DR DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $2050 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7581280 15277 MIMOSA TRL DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $2100 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7524584 4748 HICKORY NUT PL MANASSAS MILIC COMMERCIAL CENTER $2144 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7522385 10521 CRESTWOOD DR #203 GAINESVILLE CARTERWOOD $2199 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7564954 14349 FALLSMERE CIR WOODBRIDGE PW COUNTY CENTER LANDBAY $2200 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7561644 12907 LEATHERWOOD LN WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $2200 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7574974 5707 RHODE ISLAND DR MANASSAS WOODBINE WOODS $2300 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7544465 8065 STILLBROOKE RD WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $2400 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
PW7581026 3201 DARDEN DR HAYMARKET DOMINION VALLEY COUNTRY $2400 Listing Company Comstock Realty and Investment, LLC.
PW7550288 15768 COOL SPRING DR TRIANGLE STONEWALL MANOR $2650 Listing Company Samson Properties
PW7549289 3744 STONEWALL MANOR DR WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $2675 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7561706 12209 REDWOOD CT WOODBRIDGE PORT POTOMAC $2895 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7573091 2567 TRANSOM PL HAYMARKET DOMINION VALLEY COUNTRY $3000 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7576770 15509 MELLON CT GAINESVILLE LAKE MANASSAS $3199 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7578253 8209 SNEAD LOOP WOODBRIDGE POTOMAC CENTER $4180 Listing Company Arlington Realty, Inc.
PW7506229 2296 OPITZ BLVD #360 MANASSAS FORESTWOOD $4800 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
MN7524539 9394 FORESTWOOD LN MANASSAS MANASSAS REGIONAL AIRPORT $15000 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7462037 10671 FRANK MARSHALL LN DUMFRIES WILLIAMSTOWN $89900 Listing Company Guerrero Properties LLC
PW7575421 1834 FORT PULASKI CT MANASSAS SUMMERTREE CONDO A $89900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7569174 7595 GALES CT #4B-203 WOODBRIDGE ANTIETAM WOOD $99000 Listing Company Beacon Properties Real Estate
PW7580574 2827 MADEIRA CT #16-4 TRIANGLE SCELZI $99900 Listing Company Prudential Carruthers REALTORS
PW7565990 19102 WAYNE DR WOODBRIDGE ANTIETAM WOOD $109900 Listing Company Atlantic & Pacific Real Estate, (US),LLC.
PW7581497 2882 MADEIRA CT #17-5 DUMFRIES WILLIAMSTOWN $115000 Listing Company Jobin Realty
PW7540623 1836 FORT PULASKI CT WOODBRIDGE SUMMERHOUSE II CONDO $115000 Listing Company Jobin Realty
PW7533298 1031 GARDENVIEW LOOP #202 WOODBRIDGE BOULEVARD CENTRE CONDO $115000 Listing Company RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
PW7505419 4233 DALE BLVD MANASSAS YORKSHIRE PARK $118900 Listing Company Avery-Hess, REALTORS
PW7581134 7417 BOUNDARY AVE MANASSAS BROWN HOOFF $122000 Listing Company Exit Elite Realty
PW7503746 12151 LESTER RD WOODBRIDGE VININGS $134900 Listing Company Heatherman Homes, LLC
PW7562457 12066 CARDAMOM DR WOODBRIDGE SOMERSET AT W $145900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7559710 12571 KEMPSTON LN MANASSAS IRONGATE $149000 Listing Company Maximum Realty, LC
PW7557618 8388 IRONGATE WAY MANASSAS GEORGETOWN $149900 Listing Company Prince William Realty Inc.
MN7581091 9404 TANEY RD WOODBRIDGE GREENWOOD FARM $149900 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7577746 14223 SAVANNAH DR WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $149950 Listing Company M. O. Wilson Properties
PW7581402 4123 GARDENSEN DR WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $149999 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7581693 14834 EMBERDALE DR DALE CITY OLD DOMINION SQUARE $150000 Listing Company Premiere Realty
PW7398074 13885 HEDGEWOOD DR #241 MANASSAS WELLINGTON/CLOVERHILL $150000 Listing Company Realty Concepts Group LLC
MN7581298 9512 NINEBARK CT #E MANASSAS JACKSONS RIDGE $153000 Listing Company Avery-Hess, REALTORS
PW7579231 11196 STAGESTONE WAY #10-7 DUMFRIES STOCKBRIDGE $154000 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
PW7575526 16262 TACONIC CIR #106B MANASSAS PARK STONERIDGE II $155000 Listing Company Fairfax Realty, Inc.
MP7534993 8626 SUMTER CT DUMFRIES PRINCETON WOODS $155000 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7562238 16964 POINT PLEASANT LN WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $158800 Listing Company Fairfax Realty, Inc.
PW7578018 15148 CLOVERDALE RD WOODBRIDGE MARUMSCO ACRES $159900 Listing Company International Real Estate Company
PW7581561 14442 MERIDIAN DR MANASSAS WELLINGTON/CLOVERHILL $160000 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
MN7578914 9448 TEABERRY CT MANASSAS STRATFORD $162900 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7578921 8083 LACY DR #22 WOODBRIDGE RIVER OAKS $165000 Listing Company Classic Realty, Ltd.
PW7581139 16861 BRANDY MOOR LOOP WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $165500 Listing Company Casa Latino Northern Virginia
PW7471352 15132 CONCORD DR WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $167000 Listing Company Beacon Properties Real Estate
PW7562633 3207 BAYFIELD DR GAINESVILLE PARKS AT PIEDMONT SOUTH $168500 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.
PW7559799 6847 HAMPTON BAY LN #364 MANASSAS POINT OF WOODS $169900 Listing Company Premiere Realty
MN7575937 8746 BRETTON WOODS DR DUMFRIES PRINCETON WOODS $174900 Listing Company Atlantic & Pacific Real Estate, (US),LLC.
PW7561516 16923 TOMS RIVER LOOP WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $175000 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7540790 2911 LEXINGTON CT WOODBRIDGE GLEN OAKS CONDO $179900 Listing Company RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
PW7091096 3989 CRESSIDA PL WOODBRIDGE OLD DOMINION SQUARE COND $180000 Listing Company Premiere Realty
PW7369331 13885 HEDGEWOOD DR #141 WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $186900 Listing Company Home-Pro Realty, Inc.
PW7542515 14400 BRANDON CT GAINESVILLE CROSSROADS VILLAGE $188000 Listing Company Gracious Living Realty
PW7581172 6990 VILLAGE STREAM PL WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $189500 Listing Company Classic Realty, Ltd.
PW7394396 3700 FAIRFIELD LN MANASSAS POINT OF WOODS $189900 Listing Company Christopher Real Estate Co
MN7560044 8445 MCKENZIE CIR DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $193000 Listing Company RE/MAX Olympic Realty
PW7539778 4212 KENTON CIR WOODBRIDGE CAROLYN FOREST $199900 Listing Company PIR Inc
PW7551753 1866 BEEGEE CT WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $199900 Listing Company BNI Realty
PW7580867 4245 GLENDALE RD MANASSAS PARK THE TOWNESMINIUM $209900 Listing Company Green Dot Realty
MP7559014 9820 PICKENS PL #101 MANASSAS SUDLEY PARK $210000 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
MN7523046 8401 DORSEY CIR #101 DUMFRIES PRINCETON WOODS $213995 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7522554 3352 VINELAND PL WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $219900 Listing Company Lopez Realtors
PW7581699 4306 HEMINGWAY DR MANASSAS PARK BELMONT STATION $219999 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
MP7499278 9236 ANDREW DR DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $220000 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7578894 15410 BEACHWATER CT GAINESVILLE CROSSROADS VILLAGE $225000 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7547015 6905 TRADITIONS TRL DUMFRIES MONTCLAIR $225000 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7562870 15657 MONTVIEW DR WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $229000 Listing Company Meyer's on Main Street, LLC
PW7578310 14703 EDGEWATER DR WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $229900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7565710 4504 EVANSDALE RD WOODBRIDGE BRIGHTWOOD FOREST $235000 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7580292 15313 BARNABAS TRL WOODBRIDGE OLD BRIDGE ESTATES $239900 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7579523 3725 OTTAWA CT WOODBRIDGE NEWPORT $239900 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7525576 2499 HATTERAS CT MANASSAS CHATSWORTH VILLAGE CONDO $242000 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.
PW7559387 11218 WORTHAM CREST CIR #86 WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $244900 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7576652 14454 DEL MAR DR GAINESVILLE CROSSROADS VILLAGE $249900 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
PW7576202 6850 GENERAL LAFAYETTE WAY MANASSAS POINT OF WOODS $249900 Listing Company RE/MAX Olympic Realty
MN7579798 9221 BAYBERRY AVE WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $250000 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7579351 11583 MOHICAN RD WOODBRIDGE MARUMSCO HILLS $250000 Listing Company NBI Realty LLC
PW7581672 2209 WEST LONGVIEW DR WOODBRIDGE RIVER OAKS $251990 Listing Company Brookfield Management Washington LLC
PW7581240 22938 CHINKAPIN OAK LN HAYMARKET MARKET CENTER CONDOMINIU $252500 Listing Company Kelly Real Estate
PW7558551 15248 ROSEMONT MANOR DR #67 MANASSAS RUSKIN MANOR $259900 Listing Company Realty Executives Home Center
MN7573195 9917 LAYTON CT WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $269500 Listing Company Jobin Realty
PW7503223 4764 LUPINO CT WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $269500 Listing Company Jobin Realty
PW7573318 14794 DARBYDALE AVE WOODBRIDGE RIVER OAKS $269900 Listing Company Prince William Realty Inc.
PW7580870 16927 CHIMERA PL MANASSAS MILIC COMMERCIAL CENTER $270000 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7522353 10521 CRESTWOOD DR #201 MANASSAS MILIC COMMERCIAL CENTER $270000 Listing Company Weber Rector Commerical Real Estate Services, Inc.
PW7522372 10521 CRESTWOOD DR #203 BRISTOW VICTORY LAKES $275000 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7526356 9164 RIBBON FALLS LOOP MANASSAS LIBERTY GROVE $279500 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Elite
MN7546711 8600 LIBERTY TRL #103 WOODBRIDGE PARK SQUARE CONDOS AT PO $279900 Listing Company Jobin Realty
PW7554830 2273 POTOMAC CLUB PKWY #337 WOODBRIDGE RIPPON LANDING $279900 Listing Company Century 21 New Millennium
PW7569088 2320 BATTERY HILL CIR GAINESVILLE CARTERWOOD $283500 Listing Company Avery-Hess, REALTORS
PW7580217 14262 HUNTERS RUN WAY HAYMARKET PIEDMONT $284500 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7566774 6336 CULLEN PL MANASSAS VILLAGES OF WELLINGTON $289990 Listing Company RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
MN7500850 0 FOUNTAIN CIR MANASSAS PARK BLOOMS CROSSING $290000 Listing Company RE/MAX Regency
MP7577781 9245 GREENSHIRE DR WOODBRIDGE RIVERSIDE STATION $292500 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
PW7580823 15654 AVOCET LOOP WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $295000 Listing Company Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
PW7579739 3114 CALLOWAY CT GAINESVILLE HERITAGE HUNT $299900 Listing Company Prudential Carruthers REALTORS
PW7553734 6928 WALNUT HILL DR DUMFRIES NONE $299900 Listing Company Better Homes Realty, Inc.
PW7581287 17830 KEYS RIDGE RD MANASSAS INDEPENDENCE $299900 Listing Company Casa Latino Northern Virginia
PW7517324 8863 FLATBUSH CT MANASSAS TERRAPIN FOREST $299900 Listing Company PenFed Realty LLC
PW7465230 13489 CARAPACE CT BRISTOW KINGSBROOKE $300000 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7481204 8765 PARTRIDGE RUN WAY MANASSAS CLOVERHILL $300000 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.
MN7577562 9660 SHANNON LN GAINESVILLE GREENHILL CROSSING $300000 Listing Company Spring Hill Real Estate, LLC.
PW7574376 6904 SUSQUEHANNA RD WOODBRIDGE RIPPON LANDING $301145 Listing Company Frank X Lackman Real Estate
PW7581503 2432 BATTERY HILL CIR WOODBRIDGE WINDING CREEK ESTATES $302000 Listing Company Portfolio Realty Solutions
PW7581771 14901 GLADIOLUS CT GAINESVILLE LAKEVIEW ESTATES $309900 Listing Company Garrison McNey & Associates
PW7570330 7709 ONTARIO RD WOODBRIDGE REID'S PROSPECT $309990 Listing Company RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
PW7581612 12658 STONE LINED CIR MANASSAS GREAT OAK $315000 Listing Company RE/MAX Regency
PW7544876 10225 WINGED ELM CIR DUMFRIES SPY GLASS HILL $319900 Listing Company Atlantis International, Inc.
PW7520129 16606 TELESCOPE LN MANASSAS PARK RAVENWOOD $325000 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7581058 RAVENWOOD DR GAINESVILLE HERITAGE HUNT $325000 Listing Company PenFed Realty LLC
PW7528821 6972 WALNUT HILL DR BRISTOW VICTORY LAKES $329520 Listing Company Miller and Smith Homes, Inc.
PW7575861 12009 LAKE DORIAN DR MANASSAS ROSEBERRY $329703 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7556703 7747 ROSEBERRY FARM DR GAINESVILLE PIEDMONT SOUTH $339000 Listing Company Classic Realty, Ltd.
PW7531216 18092 CAMDENHURST DR GAINESVILLE VIRGINIA OAKS $339500 Listing Company ERA Teachers, Inc.
PW7504009 8151 LANDFALL CT WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $345000 Listing Company Century 21 Stackhouse & Associates
PW7575892 5788 ROCKCLIFF LN WOODBRIDGE WESTRIDGE $349900 Listing Company Prudential Carruthers REALTORS
PW7546316 4258 CHAMBORD LN GAINESVILLE ROCKY RUN $349900 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7564569 8034 ROCKY RUN RD HAYMARKET COUNTRY CLUB HILL $349950 Listing Company A-One Home Inc.
PW7581660 15804 PALMER LN HAYMARKET SHERWOOD FOREST $349990 Listing Company Frank X Lackman Real Estate
PW7581149 0 GOSSOM MANOR PL WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $349999 Listing Company Classive Realty
PW7538619 5759 RHODE ISLAND DR HAYMARKET LONGLEVEL EST $350000 Listing Company RE/MAX Regency
PW7581156 5761 BENFORD DR WOODBRIDGE POTOMAC CLUB CONDOMINIUM $357000 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7553195 2437 BROOKMOOR LN #495 HAYMARKET SHERWOOD FOREST $359990 Listing Company Frank X Lackman Real Estate
PW7581198 0 GOSSOM MANOR PL MANASSAS PARK BLOOMS CROSSING $362500 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty
MP7544505 9431 ROSEBUD CT BRISTOW VICTORY LAKES $363830 Listing Company Miller and Smith Homes, Inc.
PW7575823 12006 LAKE DORIAN DR HAYMARKET SHERWOOD FOREST $364990 Listing Company Frank X Lackman Real Estate
PW7581260 0 GOSSOM MANOR PL WOODBRIDGE BELMONT BAY $369900 Listing Company Re/Max Riverside
PW7569091 13381 COLCHESTER FERRY PL BRISTOW DUNBARTON $374900 Listing Company RE/MAX Olympic Realty
PW7455891 12915 FETLAR WAY MANASSAS PARK BLOOMS CROSSING $374900 Listing Company Fejovic Realty
MP7570611 9190 MATTHEW DR WOODBRIDGE OCCOQUAN/MT. HIGH $375000 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty
PW7462412 12597 HALL ST BRISTOW BRAEMAR $380000 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7576903 9884 SOLITARY PL WOODBRIDGE PEARSONS LANDING $380000 Listing Company Green Dot Realty
PW7577393 14003 ERMINE CT GAINESVILLE NEW DOMINION HUNT ESTATE $381150 Listing Company Linton Hall Realtors
PW7581520 8315 SHIMMERING ROCK RD MANASSAS ROSEBERRY $384900 Listing Company Weichert, REALTORS
PW7548659 9344 SIGNAL STATION DR WOODBRIDGE POTOMAC CLUB CONDOMINIUM $385900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7553238 2425 BROOKMOOR LN #500 WOODBRIDGE LAKE RIDGE $389900 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty
PW7521288 12534 SULKY CT GAINESVILLE MEADOWS AT MORRIS FARM $389900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7565529 8828 SONG SPARROW DR MANASSAS BLANDSFORD $394900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
PW7471301 8128 BLANDSFORD DR HAYMARKET DOMINION VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB - VILLAGES $395995 Listing Company Toll Brothers Real Estate Inc.
PW7485043 4624 ALLENS MILL BLVD MANASSAS BRADLEY FOREST $399000 Listing Company Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.
PW7580312 11809 MOLAIR RD MANASSAS NORTHWEST $399900 Listing Company Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
MN7563453 9114 WEST ST HAYMARKET DOMINION VALLEY COUNTRY $399900 Listing Company Keller William Realty
PW7577909 5763 AMELIA SPRINGS CIR GAINESVILLE WENTWORTH GREEN $399990 Listing Company RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
PW7339213 0 SOVEREIGN WAY NOKESVILLE BRENTTOWN $399999 Listing Company 1st Choice Better Homes & Land, LC
PW7581316 12571 GARMAN DR BRISTOW VILLAGES AT SAYBROOKE $409900 Listing Company RE/MAX Olympic Realty
PW7580097 9812 LUCK PENNY CT GAINESVILLE WENTWORTH GREEN $409990 Listing Company RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
PW7339216 0 SOVEREIGN WAY MANASSAS BELL FOREST $414750 Listing Company Century 21 New Millennium
PW7567466 8317 MORNINGSIDE DR WOODBRIDGE WESTWIND $414900 Listing Company RE/MAX Allegiance
PW7550230 13562 CASTLEBRIDGE LN WOODBRIDGE DALE CITY $415000 Listing Company Premium Realty
PW7569165 12963 TORCHLIGHT DR GAINESVILLE HERITAGE HUNT $418000 Listing Company RE/MAX Regency
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2011-04-20T07:23:00.001-07:00

The National Association of REALTORS just released its Existing Home Sales Report, and it was UP more than expected!!Month over month, home sales for March was UP 3.7% to an annual pace of 5.1 million sales!!February's numbers were also revised UP, making this report even better.
Sales for homes is now UP 6 of the last 8 months.

2011-04-16T15:51:00.001-07:00

Off to dinner at Joe's Crab Shack. So hungry but 45 min wait. I guess I'll have Piña Coladas in the meantime. :)

2011-04-16T07:06:00.001-07:00

Raining on my garage sale!!!Chihuahuas!!!

2011-04-13T06:04:00.001-07:00

Today I celebrate another Anniversary at Remax Regency!! I love what I do.Now off to another closing.Now is that a great way to celebrate or what?

2011-04-12T12:12:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to the Thyman's on their first home purchase!! We closed yesterday and I wish them many happy years in their new home.

2011-04-12T05:52:00.001-07:00

It's MY kind of weather, cloudy and rain. Off to my office where I will be babysitting Lexi for an hour. That should be interesting. Then to Broker's Open in Manassas.

2011-04-06T16:47:00.001-07:00

If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else. Booker T Washington.

RE/MAX Agents Outperform the Competition

2011-03-29T18:26:00.000-07:00

2011-03-25T09:03:00.001-07:00

Off to get my nails done. Need to feel beautiful today.

The New Face of the Network

2011-03-25T04:10:00.000-07:00

2011-03-11T13:26:00.001-08:00

Who says this market is no good? I have 5 buyers and 1 listing for this weekend! Thank you, GOD!

2011-03-05T07:53:00.001-08:00

Just finished showing homes River Oaks and on my way to show more in Manassas. :)

Unemployment Is Down!

2011-03-04T07:13:00.001-08:00

Unemployment numbers just released with GREAT news - the unemployment rate last month DROPPED to 8.9% overall - remember we are much lower here in the local market!! In just three months, we have dropped from a near 10% unemployment rate. There was growth in construction as well!!

2011-03-03T06:06:00.001-08:00

Meeting for coffee with my good friend and colleague Liz Parsons. Busy day ahead!!

2011-03-02T12:57:00.001-08:00

PWC of Manassas and Manassas Park home prices are UP again for February. Last month the median home price was UP another $20,000. Year after year, home prices are UP $36,000 in the same area.

Prince William County Median Home Prices UP!

2011-03-02T12:51:00.000-08:00

Just looking over some stats - and here is a good one - Prince William, City of Manassas and Manassas Park home prices are UP again for February. Last month the median home price was UP another $20,000.

Let me repeat this.......

The median home price was UP ANOTHER $20,000 last month alone!

Year over year, home prices are UP $36,000 in the same area.

2011-02-26T10:18:00.001-08:00

Greatful it is a nice day. Off to show homes in Herndon.

2011-02-25T03:27:00.001-08:00

Check out this Market Snapshot
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2011-02-23T12:39:00.001-08:00

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Existing-Home Sales Up Again in January http://ping.fm/pjArz

4 Tips to Landing That Mortgage

2011-02-18T12:30:00.000-08:00

With the spring home buying season coming up fast, homebuyers need to get their game plan together.

The timing couldn't be better: During the fourth quarter of 2010, 78 markets – a tad more than half all U.S. metropolitan areas – saw price gains from the same period in 2009, according to the National Association of Realtors.

And rising prices and falling supply also mean that the economy may be recovering, which should attract more home shoppers to the market.

With so much buying competition, homebuyers need to have their mortgage lending ducks in a row before they hit the bricks.

Here's how to do it:

Have your documentation ready.

This tip comes courtesy of Dennis Giakos, a senior mortgage banker at Lending Tree.com. Giakos advises buyers to be prepared to provide one or two years of W-2 tax forms and your last month’s pay stub. “If you’re bringing money to the closing, you’ll also need a two-month history or quarterly statement of your retirement investments or 401(k) accounts,” Giakos explains. “If you have great credit, your lender may require less documentation. If your credit is poor, you may need several years’ worth.”

Focus on the big picture.

Another tip from Giakos: “Shopping for a mortgage is about more than just the rate. There are five to six factors that go into pricing a loan, like your debt-to-income ratio, credit history, etc., and they are all intermingled like a spider web.” Giakos equates asking a lender “what’s your rate?” to asking a mechanic what’s wrong with your car without looking under the hood. “Think about how long you plan to stay in the home and what type of rate, whether it be a 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed or 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage makes the most sense for you,” he advises.

Know what lenders are picky about.

Mortgage lenders are sticklers about a few details that you must be ready to address: Your credit score, the amount of your down payment, your income and work history, your debt picture, the value of the home you want to buy and the amount you need to borrow. Have a good response to those five queries and you might as well call the moving van company and set a date.

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Mortgage lenders hate surprises, especially bad ones. If you have bad news to share, do it early. If, for example, you have a lower credit score than your lender would like, make sure you have a good explanation for it. If that’s the case, fire off a letter to your lender detailing the reasons for your less than stellar credit. Maybe you were laid off, but found a new job. Or, it could be you got behind on your bills for a medical reason. When you write that letter, make sure you include a decent explanation of how you remedied the situation.

Mortgage lenders aren’t monsters – they’re just in the business to make money. Make their job easier by having your mortgage loan portfolio lined up and ready to go, and you’ll be signing a deal in no time.

2011-02-15T05:06:00.001-08:00

Jury duty today. ;(

2011-02-13T11:34:00.001-08:00

Don't forget to come by my open house today. Wouldn't want to eat all the cupcakes!!!

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2011-02-12T10:34:00.000-08:00

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2011-02-11T12:14:00.001-08:00

Congratulating Egypt for their Victory!!!!! Peace on Earth.

2011-02-08T14:43:00.001-08:00

OMG!! Why is it so cold?

2011-02-06T09:33:00.001-08:00

I am off to work. Showing my friend Vert's daughter homes. :)

Do you know which are the 8 most miserable cities?

2011-02-04T09:40:00.000-08:00

Even plenty of sunshine can’t get the cities that topped the list of the most miserable smiling.

California residents are pretty miserable, according to Forbes’ list of the most unhappy cities in the United States. California cities account for eight of the 20 most miserable places in the U.S., and four of the top five. Falling home prices, high unemployment, high crime, steep state taxes, and a large budget deficit have brought a lot of Californians down in recent months.

Here is the list of the most miserable cities, according to Forbes:

1. Stockton, Calif.
2. Miami
3. Merced, Calif.
4. Modesto, Calif.
5. Sacramento, Calif.
6. Memphis, Tenn.
7. Chicago
8. West Palm Beach, Fla.

Forbes analyzed 200 U.S. cities for its list, taking into account such factors as housing, unemployment, weather, taxes, commuting times, crime, and how the cities’ sports teams performed in recent years.

"Both California and Florida have a history of boom and bust economies,” Kurt Badenhausen, Forbes senior editor, told Reuters. “People flooded to these states because of the weather during the boom years but that helped inflate the massive bubble in housing."

In Stockton, home prices have fallen by 58 percent over the last three years and unemployment has averaged 14.3 percent--and projected to rise to 18.1 percent in 2011.

"Stockton has issues that it needs to address, but an article like this is the equivalent of bayoneting the wounded," Bob Deis, Stockton city manager, told Forbes.

Cleveland — which last year held the title as the most miserable — is getting a little happier; it ranking 10th on this year's list. Cleveland’s unemployment rate increased at a much slower rate than other parts of the country, which helped improve its ranking this year.

See Forbes.com’s full list of the most miserable.

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-The Most Common Tax Mistakes

2011-02-03T11:42:00.000-08:00

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2011-02-03T05:13:00.001-08:00

National Girlfriend and Sister's Week
I am only as strong as the coffee I drink..the hairspray I use..and the friends I have.
To the cool women who have touched my life. Here's to you!

2011-02-03T05:09:00.001-08:00

Market Snapshot for Surrounding Neighborhood
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2011-02-02T14:05:00.001-08:00

Off to work! Showing homes in Ashburn :) First Time Home Buyers are awesome!! Their excitement just makes me happy.

Salads Aren't Just for Summer!

2011-02-01T08:20:00.000-08:00

During the hot summer months, we automatically add salads to our menu plans. A big bowl of crisp lettuce, cool cucumbers and sun-ripened tomatoes tossed lightly with an oil-and-vinegar dressing is always refreshing during the warmest time of the year. When salad-variety produce is at its peak, it’s easy to get creative with fresh veggie side dishes that go beyond the simple tossed green salad. The best salads are simple, with just a few ingredients, like sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and slivered basil, or cucumbers, red onion and dill.

As fall gives way to winter, many of us lose access to quality warm-weather produce. Sure, we can still find red, "vine-ripened" tomatoes at the grocery in January, but they’re likely to be firm and flavorless compared to those just-picked beauties we can get in August. The best summer salads simply don't translate to winter.

But just because the calendar says February, that doesn’t mean we have to abandon interesting salad options. It’s easy to default to bagged mixed greens and bottled Italian dressing as a dinner accompaniment. But if you’re looking to jump-start your salad repertoire with seasonal ingredients, consider using grains, cool-weather crops like greens and winter squash, plus healthy add-ins like walnuts or goat cheese.

Here are five ideas to help you turn your favorite summer salads into savory fall and winter meals.

1. Adapt summer favorites with winter produce. Consider the summer potluck standard: the pasta salad. The summer variation typically features fusilli (or a similar short, shaped pasta) combined with bell pepper, summer squash, tomatoes and Italian dressing. Turn the calendar on pasta salad by choosing seasonal ingredients. Start with whole-grain tortellini or ravioli, cooked according to package directions, then add winter greens like kale or Swiss chard. Chop an onion and two cloves of garlic, then sauté in a bit of olive oil until golden and soft. Add 3 or 4 cups of greens (washed, tough stalks removed and sliced into ribbons) and cook until wilted. Toss the cooked vegetables with the pasta, and add shaved Parmesan, salt and pepper.

One of my top summer sides is Panzanella, the Italian-inspired salad made of fresh, ripe tomatoes and cubed day-old bread. Its flavor relies on the best, freshest tomatoes; I’ve made it in the winter and been enormously disappointed. But the basic idea translates well to hearty bread and cool-weather produce. This winter Panzanella recipe swaps roasted butternut squash for ripe tomatoes and whole-wheat raisin bread for the crusty Italian loaf. A bed of spinach and a dressing of apple cider and olive oil makes for a fantastic combination!

2. Try new greens. Sweet, tender varieties like Boston or butter lettuce form the ideal basis for summer salads, when you want something light and cool. At other times of the year, try different greens with a bit more texture and flavor. Romaine is a sturdier lettuce with great flavor and crunch; it’s the star of the traditional Caesar salad. Add interest to a basic green salad by throwing in a handful or two of radicchio, a red-and-white leaved plant (it’s actually chicory, not a lettuce) that packs a pleasantly bitter flavor and gorgeous color. Peppery baby arugula makes the most delicious simple salad when tossed with a generous splash of top-quality olive oil, the juice of one lemon, lots of cracked pepper and some shaved Parmesan. Or try this very French combination of endive, apple and walnuts—you’ll think you were in Paris!

3. Go for the grain. In summertime, I can make an entire meal out of a big salad and a hunk of good bread. In winter, though, I crave something heartier and more satisfying. Adding cooked grains like faro, wheat berries or quinoa is a healthy and delicious way to give heft to a salad.

All three whole grains make healthy foundations for fill-you-up winter salads. This wheat berry salad recipe brings a little taste of summer into the mix, using frozen sweet corn and cherry tomatoes, which are usually of acceptable quality in winter months. Combine cooked farro (wheat berries or barley would substitute well) with roasted butternut squash, toasted walnuts and a splash of balsamic vinegar for a hearty, savory salad. Both of these recipes are great to take to a potluck and are ideal make-ahead lunches for your workweek.

4. Think warm thoughts. Who says salads have to come straight from the refrigerator? You’ve probably enjoyed a wilted spinach salad studded with bacon and hard-boiled egg, topped with a warm sweet-and-sour dressing. If you’re watching your fat intake, skip the bacon and the heavy dressing, and instead add flavorful sautéed mushrooms, a vinaigrette with a shallot-y bite, and a bit of shaved Parmesan cheese.

5. Use holiday leftovers. For an easy summer weeknight supper, I love to assemble a bed of fresh lettuce, chopped garden veggies like cucumber, tomato and red bell pepper, and top it with a few slices of grilled steak leftover from the previous night’s dinner. That combination of ingredients translates well to fall and winter with a few seasonal adjustments, especially if you find yourself with a fridge full of leftovers from a holiday feast. Items like sautéed green beans or carrots, roasted potatoes, roast beef or turkey could be repurposed into a main dish salad with delicious results!

Salads can be quick, easy, and healthful meals year-round when you follow these tips to bring salads back to your plate in the fall and winter. You won't regret it!

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Can you guess where prices will rise in 2011?

2011-01-28T11:20:00.000-08:00

While home prices are expected to continue to fall in most metro areas, Clear Capital’s Home Data Index report says a few cities are already on the rebound and showing some gains in home values.

“There really is this segmentation of these markets occurring where the one-size-fits-all national level numbers to represent all numbers really isn’t valid anymore,” Alex Villacorta, senior statistician at Clear Capital, told MSNBC. “Overall we’re seeing prices start to stabilize going into 2011, but unfortunately some of those markets will stabilize in the downward direction where others will see a sustained recovery.”

Clear Capital takes into account unemployment rates, foreclosure rates, and real estate inventory in its index.

The following is a list of 10 cities that Clear Capital expects will rise in property value in 2011:

1. Washington, D.C.: 6.5 percent price increase
2. Houston: 3.6 percent price increase
3. Honolulu: 3.4 percent price increase
4. Memphis, Tenn.: 3.2 percent price increase
5. Columbus, Ohio: 2.1 percent price increase
6. Dallas: 1.4 percent price increase
7. New York: 1.3 percent price increase
8. Birmingham, Ala.: 0.9 percent price increase
9. Pittsburgh: 0.8 percent price increase
10. New Orleans: 0.5 percent price increase

Meanwhile, Clear Capital reports that real estate markets in Florida and the Western parts of the U.S.—such as cities in Arizona and “Breadbasket metros” like Oklahoma City, Okla., and Dayton, Ohio—likely will see the largest price drops in home values over the year. Virginia Beach, Va., is expected to have the highest drop in 2011, with a 12.8 percent price decrease, according to Clear Capital report.

2011-01-27T17:11:00.001-08:00

Taha being silly like if his arm is back to normal. Lexi says "quiero more".

2011-01-27T14:42:00.001-08:00

Flor de Puebla sweet bread and Advil to relieve the stress

2011-01-26T12:53:00.001-08:00

And the storm begins. It will some trip from Tysons to Manassas.

My Expert Advice if You Are Thinking of Short Selling Your Home

2011-01-24T12:14:00.001-08:00

If you're thinking of selling your home, and you expect that the total amount you owe on your mortgage will be greater than the selling price of your home, you may be facing a short sale. A short sale is one where the net proceeds from the sale won't cover your total mortgage obligation and closing costs, and you don't have other sources of money to cover the deficiency. A short sale is different from a foreclosure, which is when your lender takes title of your home through a lengthy legal process and then sells it.

1. Consider loan modification first. If you are thinking of selling your home because of financial difficulties and you anticipate a short sale, first contact your lender to see if it has any programs to help you stay in your home. Your lender may agree to a modification such as: Refinancing your loan at a lower interest rate; providing a different payment plan to help you get caught up; or providing a forbearance period if your situation is temporary. When a loan modification still isn’t enough to relieve your financial problems, a short sale could be your best option if:

* Your property is worth less than the total mortgage you owe on it.
* You have a financial hardship, such as a job loss or major medical bills.
* You have contacted your lender and it is willing to entertain a short sale.

2. Hire a qualified team. The first step to a short sale is to hire a qualified real estate professional and a real estate attorney who specialize in short sales. Interview at least three candidates for each and look for prior short-sale experience. Short sales have proliferated only in the last few years, so it may be hard to find practitioners who have closed a lot of short sales. You want to work with those who demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the short-sale process and who won't try to take advantage of your situation or pressure you to do something that isn't in your best interest. A qualified real estate professional can:

* Provide you with a comparative market analysis (CMA) or broker price opinion (BPO).
* Help you set an appropriate listing price for your home, market the home, and get it sold.
* Put special language in the MLS that indicates your home is a short sale and that lender approval is needed (all MLSs permit, and some now require, that the short-sale status be disclosed to potential buyers).
* Ease the process of working with your lender or lenders.
* Negotiate the contract with the buyers.
* Help you put together the short-sale package to send to your lender (or lenders, if you have more than one mortgage) for approval. You can’t sell your home without your lender and any other lien holders agreeing to the sale and releasing the lien so that the buyers can get clear title.

3. Begin gathering documentation before any offers come in. Your lender will give you a list of documents it requires to consider a short sale. The short-sale “package” that accompanies any offer typically must include:

* A hardship letter detailing your financial situation and why you need the short sale
* A copy of the purchase contract and listing agreement
* Proof of your income and assets
* Copies of your federal income tax returns for the past two years

4. Prepare buyers for a lengthy waiting period. Even if you're well organized and have all the documents in place, be prepared for a long process. Waiting for your lender’s review of the short-sale package can take several weeks to months. Some experts say:

* If you have only one mortgage, the review can take about two months.
* With a first and second mortgage with the same lender, the review can take about three months.
* With two or more mortgages with different lenders, it can take four months or longer.

When the bank does respond, it can approve the short sale, make a counteroffer, or deny the short sale. The last two actions can lengthen the process or put you back at square one. (Your real estate attorney and real estate professional, with your authorization, can work your lender’s loss mitigation department on your behalf to prepare the proper documentation and speed the process along.)

5. Don't expect a short sale to solve your financial problems. Even if your lender does approve the short sale, it may not be the end of all your financial woes. Here are some things to keep in mind:

* You may be asked by your lender to sign a promissory note agreeing to pay back the amount of your loan not paid off by the short sale. If your financial hardship is permanent and you can’t pay back the balance, talk with your real estate attorney about your options.
* Any amount of your mortgage that is forgiven by your lender is typically considered income, and you may have to pay taxes on that amount. Under a temporary measure passed in 2007, the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act and Debt Cancellation Act, homeowners can exclude debt forgiveness on their federal tax returns from income for loans discharged in calendar years 2007 through 2012. Be sure to consult your real estate attorney and your accountant to see whether you qualify.
* Having a portion of your debt forgiven may have an adverse effect on your credit score. However, a short sale will impact your credit score less than foreclosure and bankruptcy.

Share with someone you know that needs help or have them contact Mary Palma at 571.259.3009 for help.

2011-01-20T12:18:00.001-08:00

I made this book for my Saturday Stampin Club. I love that it matches my bag

Selling your home? Here are 5 Tips to Prepare for a Home Sale.

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1. Have a home inspection
Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. For $250 to $400, an inspector will warn you about troubles that could make potential buyers balk. Make repairs before putting your home on the market. In some states, you may have to disclose what the inspection turns up.

2. Get replacement estimates
If your home inspection uncovers necessary repairs you can’t fund, get estimates for the work. The figures will help buyers determine if they can afford the home and the repairs. Also hunt down warranties, guarantees, and user manuals for your furnace, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and any other items you expect to remain with the house.

3. Make minor repairs
Not every repair costs a bundle. Fix as many small problems—sticky doors, torn screens, cracked caulking, dripping faucets—as you can. These may seem trivial, but they’ll give buyers the impression your house isn’t well maintained.

4. Clear the clutter
Clear your kitchen counters of just about everything. Clean your closets by packing up little-used items like out-of-season clothes and old toys. Install closet organizers to maximize space. Put at least one-third of your furniture in storage, especially large pieces, such as entertainment centers and big televisions. Pack up family photos, knickknacks, and wall hangings to depersonalize your home. Store the items you’ve packed offsite or in boxes neatly arranged in your garage or basement.

5. Do a thorough cleaning
A clean house makes a strong first impression that your home has been well cared for. If you can afford it, consider hiring a cleaning service.

If not, wash windows and leave them open to air out your rooms. Clean carpeting and drapes to eliminate cooking odors, smoke, and pet smells. Wash light fixtures and baseboards, mop and wax floors, and give your stove and refrigerator a thorough once-over.

Pay attention to details, too. Wash fingerprints from light switch plates, clean inside the cabinets, and polish doorknobs. Don’t forget to clean your garage, too.

2011-01-19T06:01:00.001-08:00

Have you checked your credit report lately? Visit AnnualCreditReport.com and access the 3 Big Bureaus for FREE. You never know what surprises you will find and if you are thinking of purchasing a home, you can take the time to make the necessary corrections.

Take the Stress Out of Homebuying

2011-01-18T10:43:00.000-08:00

Buying a home should be fun, not stressful. As you look for your dream home, keep in mind these tips for making the process as peaceful as possible.

1. Find a real estate agent who you connect with. Home buying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It’s critical that the REALTOR® you chose is both highly skilled and a good fit with your personality.

2. Remember, there’s no “right” time to buy, just as there’s no perfect time to sell. If you find a home now, don’t try to second-guess interest rates or the housing market by waiting longer — you risk losing out on the home of your dreams. The housing market usually doesn’t change fast enough to make that much difference in price, and a good home won’t stay on the market long.

3. Don’t ask for too many opinions. It’s natural to want reassurance for such a big decision, but too many ideas from too many people will make it much harder to make a decision. Focus on the wants and needs of your immediate family — the people who will be living in the home.

4. Accept that no house is ever perfect. If it’s in the right location, the yard may be a bit smaller than you had hoped. The kitchen may be perfect, but the roof needs repair. Make a list of your top priorities and focus in on things that are most important to you. Let the minor ones go.

5. Don’t try to be a killer negotiator. Negotiation is definitely a part of the real estate process, but trying to “win” by getting an extra-low price or by refusing to budge on your offer may cost you the home you love. Negotiation is give and take.

6. Remember your home doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself — room size, kitchen, etc. — that you forget about important issues as noise level, location to amenities, and other aspects that also have a big impact on your quality of life.

7. Plan ahead. Don’t wait until you’ve found a home and made an offer to get approved for a mortgage, investigate home insurance, and consider a schedule for moving. Presenting an offer contingent on a lot of unresolved issues will make your bid much less attractive to sellers.

8. Factor in maintenance and repair costs in your post-home buying budget. Even if you buy a new home, there will be costs. Don’t leave yourself short and let your home deteriorate.

9. Accept that a little buyer’s remorse is inevitable and will probably pass. Buying a home, especially for the first time, is a big financial commitment. But it also yields big benefits. Don’t lose sight of why you wanted to buy a home and what made you fall in love with the property you purchased.

10. Choose a home first because you love it; then think about appreciation. While U.S. homes have appreciated an average of 5.4 percent annually over from 1998 to 2002, a home’s most important role is to serve as a comfortable, safe place to live.

Source: Realtor Mag. and the National Association of Realtors

2011-01-16T17:40:00.001-08:00

Found a toy version of Roxie.

2011-01-16T10:48:00.001-08:00

Open house at 26072 Flintonbridge, Chantilly. 1-3.

2011-01-15T13:49:00.001-08:00

Open House this Sunday 1-3 26072 Flintonbridge, Chantilly, VA.Come visit!
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2011-01-14T14:56:00.001-08:00

Ricky Martin: Lo mejor de mi vida eres tú - Univision Música http://ping.fm/g8xJd

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Housing Starts Expected to Climb in 2011

2011-01-14T04:58:00.000-08:00

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Housing Starts Expected to Climb in 2011

2011-01-13T19:01:00.001-08:00

Mujeres Asesinas comienza!! en Univision. Super!!

Northern Virginia Market Updates

2011-01-13T07:24:00.000-08:00

Keeping you informed about the Northern Virginia Real Estate Market.

Prince William County
Alexandria City
Arlington County
Fairfax City
Falls Church City
Fairfax County
Manassas City

Any questions? Feel free to contact me at 571.259.3009. Do you want to know about the market in your neighborhood? visit: www.MyVirginiaMarketUpdate.com

2011-01-12T15:54:00.001-08:00

Ok. Just found out class is Kickboxing not Taekwondo. And learned how to spell too. :).

2011-01-12T15:24:00.001-08:00

Trying tae kwon do tonight. Let's see how that goes.

2011-01-12T13:37:00.001-08:00

Stay informed see: Weekly Market Report ending 1/3/2011
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2011-01-12T09:22:00.001-08:00

Roxie keeping me company while I work.

2011-01-10T19:30:00.001-08:00

Today, call your insurance company and revise your homeowner's coverage. You just may be over paying up to $400 a year. If you have not had any claims, you should be getting a discount.

2011-01-10T06:53:00.001-08:00

Good Morning! I am off to show properties for to my investor client! There are some good ones out there and I hope he can see the potential. You all have a great day!

2011-01-08T05:58:00.001-08:00

Off to show properties in Manassas then Fairfax and Oakton. Driving in the snow makes me nervous. It'd be different if I had my dream SUV. Ah, soon!

2011-01-06T12:42:00.001-08:00

I am searching the MLS to find homes to show tomorrow, and I find listings with outdated picture or NO pictures at all!! How can some fellow Realtors NOT take the time to take pictures of their listings. Sellers, please demand that this be done. Thank you!!

2011-01-06T08:28:00.001-08:00

I am having an awesome day!! Hoping you are too!!
Check out my new website and tell me what you think. www.MaryPalma.com

2011-01-03T07:01:00.001-08:00

Off to a great start in 2011. New Year, New Website, click below and take a look:
www.MaryPalma.com

2011-01-02T05:20:00.001-08:00

Open House today from 1-3 at 2714 Calkins Rd, Oak Hill, VA 20171. See you there!

2011-01-01T09:59:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year!! May it be all you want it to be.
I am Off to show houses later, and my girls get back today from El Paso!! Cannot wait to see my Lexi open the present I have for her and all the hugs she will be giving me. :)

2010-12-30T11:55:00.001-08:00

At Red Lobster on Sudley. Cannot get over how terrible the service is. I got the worst waitress ever. I lost my appetite. If is not because Daniella is eating, I'd leave now.

Outside Your Comfort Zone

2010-12-28T15:39:00.000-08:00

A colleague of mine shared this article:
Courage Outside Your Comfort Zone
Move towards your fears.
"What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?"
--Vincent van Gogh, Dutch painter (1853-1890)
In 2011, you're going to need to do something new. You're going to have to shake up the pattern. You're going to have to break out the machete and cut a new path. In fact, I'd like to challenge you right now to embrace one simple maxim for 2011:
"This year, I will move toward my fear."
Here's the thing: Your comfort zone is holding you back. Dreaming small and acting small are safe decisions. Yes, they're ways of defending yourself from big losses, but they're also keeping you from the potential for enormous, positive change.
Does this mean you have to mortgage the house and gamble your life savings? No. In fact, life changes often begin by making small steps towards ambitious goals.
To begin, you simply need to change some patterns. Take a look at everything you do and see if there's an opportunity for change when you move beyond your comfort zone.
For example: Do you go to the same coffee shop every morning? How many new people have you met there in the past four months? Is it possible that by picking a different stop for coffee, you might just meet someone new? And could that new person serendipitously introduce you to a new circle of potential friends, clients, and business partners?
Take a look at your routines: The times you do things, the places you go, the processes you've relied on out of habit and inertia. What could you change?
If you come up with an idea that makes you uncomfortable or fills you with anxiety, don't turn away! Explore it further. Why does it make you uncomfortable? Are you afraid of the unknown? Might it prompt extraordinary change?
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results (don't take it from me... a bright guy named Albert Einstein is often credited with that one).
In 2011, summon the courage to go beyond your comfort zone. Take a step closer to your fears, and on the other side of those fears, you may just see opportunity.
See you next year!

Get Rid of Clutter During this Last Week of 2010

2010-12-28T06:37:00.001-08:00

If you are somewhat like me, feeling the need to get rid of clutter and clean out closets, drawers and items I have not used in quite sometime, the perfect time to get rid of some of these items is now. The last week of 2010 is perfect for this chore. I want to start the year off feeling ready to take on the New 2011 with my books in order, my closets cleaned out and my office well organized. I have a few goals for 2011 and I do not want the distraction of clutter or things that need to be finished.

The article I read this morning from WholeLiving.com is perfect so read on:

7 clutter-clearing tips to get you started:

1) Do an assessment. Go through each room and ask yourself “Do I feel happy, organized and calm in here? Do I feel comfortable inviting friends or a romantic partner here? If not, figure out why (I’m guessing it has to do with a cluttery mess).

2) Start with surfaces. First point of attack: countertops, dining table, desk, coffee table, bookshelves. When you clear the surfaces, you’ll be motivated to tackle the closed-off stuff. And it gives the biggest reward because the space feels different.

3) Get bags and label them Storage, Throw-Away, Recycle, Re-gift and Not Sure. Once you’ve filled them (which we’ll start to do in a moment, you want to get them out of your house asap). As for the "not sure" bag, give yourself permission to keep it for two weeks. And if you haven't found reason to dip into it, out it goes.

4) Tackle one space, one room, at a time. Taking on too much at once will take you from clutter to chaos and then it’ll be hard to get anything done.

5) Ask yourself 4 clutter-clearing questions: Do I use it? Do I need it? Do I love it? Does it invoke a positive memory and make me happy? If your answer is no, then it’s time to go.

6) Keep your spirits and energy up. Put on some fun music, drink a lot of water, open the windows and try not to get overwhelmed. Remind yourself that you are opening yourself and your space to new passions, interests and opportunities. You might also ask a friend who is not emotionally attached to your stuff to help you.

7) Clean, dust and mop to make your new area shine.

Have a wonderful day!

Get Ready for 2011With the Whole Living Action Plan

2010-12-27T08:29:00.000-08:00

With the Whole Life 28 day Mind and Body Action Plan that begins on January 3rd. This plan starts with a gentle detox to get your body ready for healthy changes. So for now, log on to www.WholeLiving.com and register to get your daily newsletter and get started on the path to healthier living.

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Recipes and tips, delivered each morning, to keep you on track in January and beyond.
Read more at Wholeliving.com: Whole Living Action Plan 2011
Week 1: Pare Down and Purify

Enjoy the next few days of reflection, relaxation and on January 1 and 2, you'll have time to regroup and prepare for the Plan. And on January 3, your new year -- and new you -- officially begins.

Can't wait to hear your comments on how this plan will help you and ME reach my health and physical goals.

2010-12-26T16:58:00.001-08:00

My best moment today, watching Charlie Brown Christmas with Daniella.

2010-12-24T09:53:00.001-08:00

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and 2011 brings you Peace, Health, Love, and Prosperity!! Love and help one another to make this world a better place! Smile every where you go. It is contagious! Love you, Mary Palma

2010-12-23T19:51:00.003-08:00

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2010-12-23T05:04:00.001-08:00

On my way to the airport to drop of my girls. They are spending Christmas in El Paso. :( This is sad for me because all of our family is there. No family in Virginia other than my Good Friends and my Real Estate family.

2010-12-23T05:02:00.001-08:00

On my way to the airport to drop of my girls. They are spending Christmas in El Paso. :( This is the sad for me because all of our family is there. No family in Virginia other than my Good Friends and my Real Estate family.

Buying a New Home

2010-12-21T15:43:00.000-08:00

WHY YOU NEED AN AGENT WHEN BUILDING A HOME

Opting for new home construction
Whether to buy an existing home or have one built is yet another decision to make during the home-buying process. If you decide to go with new construction, a real estate agent can be a powerful advocate in your corner as you negotiate upgrades, a move-in date and other terms with the home builder. Below are some basic pointers to prepare you for the journey ahead.

Selecting a builder
Shopping for a large production or custom home builder can be a daunting task. Start by defining what architectural styles appeal to you and then seek out the builders in your area who offer those styles. Due diligence is essential. Ask friends for referrals to get firsthand accounts; verify the builder's state license status, if applicable; and check whether they're certified by the National Association of Home Builders.

The builder representative and your real estate agent
A builder representative's ultimate goal is to sell you a home. His or her role is to provide a wide range of information to help you in your decision-making, from building restrictions, roads and easements to inspections, warranties, rebates and upgrades. A real estate agent knowledgeable in new-home construction will be able to help you wade through all the data and point out the downsides and upsides of each line item. Your agent also can look out for your interests in reviewing the builder's contract, which often contains more legal jargon than consumer-friendly language.

It's all about timing
Market conditions greatly dictate a builder's incentive to make a deal you cannot refuse. When a builder has inventory on his hands, his carrying costs start adding up. When this happens, a builder might be more amenable to strike a favorable deal, whether it's throwing in upgrades or taking a bit off the asking price. A real estate agent can help you know when market conditions are right for these benefits. Also, watch for builder close-out sales. Builders promote these special events when a new subdivision is near completion but empty inventory still remains.

A word about paying up
While there are always exceptions, most builders require a deposit when a purchase agreement is signed. They also require that the buyer pay for any upgrades prior to closing. If you back out prior to closing, unless the agreement states otherwise, you will lose that money. Make sure you understand every detail in the builder's contract before signing it.

You Are Represented
With Mary as your real estate agent, YOU are represented! Mary's experience, knowledge, and reputation represents strength and leverage on your behalf.

2010-12-21T08:14:00.001-08:00

About Foreclosures:
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2010-12-20T08:57:00.001-08:00

Have got to love the Holidays!!! Party here, party there, party everywhere. Office celebration starting in 5 min.

2010-12-19T13:51:00.001-08:00

Another set of tags I've made.

2010-12-19T12:01:00.001-08:00

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2010-12-19T12:00:00.001-08:00

Daniella decorated her Christmas tree

2010-12-18T14:44:00.001-08:00

Made it to Famous Dave's. I am a first timer.

2010-12-17T07:07:00.001-08:00

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2010-12-16T04:02:00.001-08:00

Market Snapshot for Hensley Ridge
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2010-12-14T09:52:00.001-08:00

Wondering what the market is like in your neighborhood? Get an update directly to your email.
www.MyVirginiaMarketUpdate.com

2010-12-14T05:30:00.001-08:00

Take a look at SparkPeople's December calendar
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2010-12-12T05:36:00.001-08:00

Open House today in Ashburn 2-4pm.
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2010-12-09T08:32:00.001-08:00

Our office cookie exchange is about to start. The conference room looks AWESOME!! Patty and Diane are doing a great job setting everything up for us!

2010-12-08T19:08:00.001-08:00

We went driving around looking at houses with Holiday decorations.First house we saw without decorations, Daniella says "that house doesn't have the Christmas spirit".

2010-12-07T16:58:00.003-08:00

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