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What is the MLS?
Most people have heard of the MLS, but many are unclear as to exactly what it is. MLS stands for Multiple Listing Service. The Multiple Listing Service is probably your best tool as a home buyer and your best friend as a home seller. But what exactly is the MLS? The MLS is a database....Continue reading→
Investors helped the market — but may be hurting its future
Real estate investors have helped the market recover. But for the long-term health of the market, maybe they should stop now. (To be clear: By “investors” I mean people and companies that buy single-family homes to turn them into rentals, not house-flippers.) Here’s what’s worth watching: When all those foreclosures went on the market at...Continue reading→
Short Sale: What Happens if The Lender Wants the Agent to Take a Paycut?
Sometimes a lender will try to pressure the agent/broker to take a commission cut in order to make a short-sale happen. Most usually this occurs at the 11th hour after all parties have invested a lot of time and effort making a deal happen. It's one thing to negotiate a lower fee before the work...Continue reading→
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Realtors Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (R) Effective January 1, 2009 Duties to Clients and Customers Duties to the Public Duties to REALTORS(R) Where the word REALTORS(R) is used in this Code and Preamble, it shall be deemed to include REALTOR-ASSOCIATE(R)s. While the Code of Ethics establishes obligations...Continue reading→
Ramsay House
Scottish Merchant William Ramsay's built his now famous house in 1724. Many believe that the house was constructed in Dumfries but nearly 15 years later the structure was barged up the Potomac River to its present location on King St. in Old Town Alexandria. One reason for this belief is that the building was...Continue reading→
Where is Backlick Plaza?
Backlick Plaza is located at 6901 Hechinger Drive Springfield, VA 22151. Backlick Plaza is a shopping center. Backlick Plaza hosts Gamasot and Fresh World Supermarket amongst other businesses. Backlick Plaza also hosts an occasional flea market.
Home Contractor Scams a Growing Concern
Home contractor scams are often on the rise in the spring, and home owners should take steps to make sure they aren’t duped. The scams often target the elderly, with scammers offering to complete yard or household work for money up-front and then never completing the work after the payment is collected. Or, contractors may...Continue reading→
House Flipping Staging a Comeback?
More Americans are once again on the hunt to snag a home at bargain prices, fix it up, and then try to resell it for a quick profit. Home flippers mostly vanished from the market during the housing downturn a few years ago. But with home values inching up, flipping is coming back. RealtyTrac says...Continue reading→
Where is XSport?
XSport is located at 4300 King St Alexandria VA 22302. The phone number for XSport is (703) 933-9333. XSport is gym / fitness center that is open 24 hours 7 days a week. XSport has 3 floors and the following amenities: 300 Cardiovascular with Cardio Theater, Selectorized & Strength Training Machines Group Fitness Studio(s) -...Continue reading→
Resale condo vs. new condo
If you're in the market for a condo, one of the first decisions you need to make is whether to by a newly built condo, or to by a previously owned condominium. Both have advantages and both have pitfalls. Here are a few thoughts to consider. The majority of condos that are sold are existing...Continue reading→