tipClean- The most obvious is cleaning. As much as you enjoy leaving your dirty laundry scattered everywhere and the dirty dishes piled up in the sink, cleaning is unavoidable. Hiring cleaners is often the best solution. Professional cleaners will scrub and clean the places you will easily overlook. The better your property shows, the easier it will sell.
Landscaping- The yard and the exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers will see. Removing weeds, dead branches and making sure downspouts are functioning correctly are relatively inexpensive tasks that will do wonders on the first impression of your home. If you're thinking of moving next spring, (then) this winter, you should be working on your landscaping.
Paint- Painting your home in a neutral color that appears to a broad audience will help purchasers envision themselves in your home. Auburn red might look great to you, but it has the potential to turn off buyers.
De-clutter- It might be tough to let go of some items you have lying around your home. De-cluttering your home will give the impression of more space and give a more desirable impression.
Do you like ribs?
Not everyone likes the juicy, sloppy, fun of eating ribs, but I do. Here in the Alexandria, Virginia area, there are many choices for the rib dining, but today let's focus on two. I have not been here very long, therefore I haven't had the opportunity to be too selective about my dining experiences. What I have for you is a comparison between two rib joints that claim to have delicious food.
Now, let's begin by laying down the base line understanding that taste is relative. No problem. This discussion is two-fold. I will be comparing taste (my opinions) and also service in these two establishments.
The two restaurants in question today are:
Shane's Rib Shack
Famous Dave's
The first of these two I found on my way to Bed, Bath and Beyond one day and I have been back a few times. The atmosphere is casual, clean and inviting. The staff inside the facility have always been top notch with me. Their friendly treatment is what made me come back the second time and so on. The reason to keep coming back is the food. The ribs are absolutely delicious and need no extra sauce, but if desired, their sauces are very good as well. The sides that they offer are not only reasonably priced, but served in a good portion size. I'll be back.
I was told to go to Famous Dave's, because they have the best ribs. Cool, I thought. I was looking forward to this. I decided to finally go there, when I had the chance and I'm sorry that I did.
Famous Dave's is right on Route 1, in front of Lowe's, so it has good visibility. When I arrived, I walked in the Carry-Out side of the facility and the door slammed into my back, because the closer was broken. It kept hitting everyone that I saw while I was there. Bad sign already, I thought.
The girls at the counter who took my order, were confused, not really in control and had a long line of bags waiting to be picked up. These bags may have been for some of the people waiting, but they never checked until the customers ran out of patience, walked up and asked. Poor customer service was evident.
When I left with my food, I was excited to maybe have something good to think about this place. I didn't finish the meal and threw half of it out. The ribs were full of fat and the bones weren't whole, they were almost shattered inside the meat/fat content and it was a terrible fight to find meat. Finally, I gave up and ended the experiment.
Needless to say, Shane's Rib Shack will be seeing me again, someone else will not.
Are you close to Shane's and need a new place to dive into the yummy ribs? Use the key below to see if we can help.
Alexandria also has many condos for sale. We've taken the time to sort these by price as well. Check Alexandria condos for sale to find condos sorted by price.
Maybe, something here is just what you're looking for.
I have recently been out to one of the properties that we manage in the Riverside subdivision and I was pleasantly surprised with not only the neighborhood, but the dwelling as well. The subdivision is close to Fort Belvoir, Old Town Alexandria and Washington DC.
The drive out to this house was very beautiful. I was surrounded by trees for a while, then had a view of mountains in the distance. When I did get to the neighborhood I realized another big perk. It is simply the fact that the neighborhood is well manicured and quiet. The traffic pattern wasn't crazy and loud and didn't make me want to put my hands over the back of my head and dive onto the front lawn. Trust me, I've felt this way in other neighborhoods before.
The pleasant vibe that I got from being there only added to the experience of the visit, because the house was not only well kept, but also very, very spacious. The four bedrooms and 2.5 baths made this and the others just like it in this neighborhood very desirable indeed.
Are you ready for your new chateau in the Alexandria area? Refer to the information below to get you started.
Did you fall under the spell of the Cubs?
The playoffs are a magical time of year. This beautiful part of the baseball season gives us the ability to follow our favorite team and be either filled with joy or beaten down in defeat. This season a recurring or regurgitating story stole headlines from coast to coast. It's almost as if the World Series was already won in April and the rest of us just had to wait it out to get to the trophy presentation.
Not so fast. Teams on paper or even ones that were created in the movies seldom pan out the way people expect. Why, you ask - simple really - there's a great game going on and it must be played on the field, not on paper. This season's example was the Chicago Cubs, who are beat on every year because they haven't won the World Series in over a hundred years. Well, be that as it may, some franchises have never won (Tampa Bay, Colorado, Seattle, Washington, San Diego, Milwaukee, Houston and Texas). So, while we pick on the Cubs, many have realized that this success doesn't come easily. You can have the best team ever assembled and still fall short.
Somber Look of Defeat
Don't hate your team or it's management, just because you didn't go all the way this season, enjoy the ride. This is a beautiful game and it's meant to be enjoyed. It is a game, by the way. No matter what it feels like to you. Another thing, don't always believe what you see in the movies - they're meant as entertainment. This season has proven just that.
Are you ready to find a new place to watch your sports or movies? Check out the links below.
Old Town feels small town, upscale and touristy. For most folks there is a bit of prestige attached to an Old Town address. There are two high rises near the waterfront at the Alexandria House and Port Royal. Some folks call the Torpedo Factory condos the "flagship Old Town" because of their fantastic location.
Old Town Alexandria has many townhouses, row houses and a smaller number single family homes. Click Old Town to search listings of properties in Old Town Alexandria.
Historic Old Town Alexandria is on the Potomac River.
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Location, location, location! Belle View is a community located in New Alexandria, right outside of Historic Old Town Alexandria, off of the George Washington Parkway. Within the community you will find parks, playgrounds and recreation centers spread throughout the development. Belle View has much to offer from local dining to outdoor adventures, and a commuters dream with short drives to Washington DC and easy access to major highways and metro. There are endless benefits of living in Belle View.
Belle View condominium building
If you are looking for convenient living, look no further. Belle View, being located between the George Washington Parkway and Route 1 allows for easy access to all major roadways and is less than two miles away from Huntington Metro. Across the George Washington Parkway is the Mount Vernon Trail and Dyke Marsh. It is here you can enjoy a scenic run or ride along the Potomac River or go boating, kayaking out of Dyke Marsh Park. Mount Vernon Recreational Center is a short walk away and features pools, an ice skating rink and a fitness center. Belle View also has a shopping center filled with a grocery store, restaurants, and a variety of specialty shops. Belle View is just the right place to make your new home.
I was told to go to Famous Dave's, because they have the best ribs. Cool, I thought. I was looking forward to this. I decided to finally go there, when I had the chance and I'm sorry that I did.
Famous Dave's is right on Route 1, in front of Lowe's, so it has good visibility. When I arrived, I walked in the Carry-Out side of the facility and the door slammed into my back, because the closer was broken. It kept hitting everyone that I saw while I was there. Bad sign already, I thought.
The girls at the counter who took my order, were confused, not really in control and had a long line of bags waiting to be picked up. These bags may have been for some of the people waiting, but they never checked until the customers ran out of patience, walked up and asked. Poor customer service was evident.
When I left with my food, I was excited to maybe have something good to think about this place. I didn't finish the meal and threw half of it out. The ribs were full of fat and the bones weren't whole, they were almost shattered inside the meat/fat content and it was a terrible fight to find meat. Finally, I gave up and ended the experiment.
Needless to say, Shane's Rib Shack will be seeing me again, someone else will not.
Are you close to Shane's and need a new place to dive into the yummy ribs? Use the key below to see if we can help.
Alexandria also has many condos for sale. We've taken the time to sort these by price as well. Check Alexandria condos for sale to find condos sorted by price.
Maybe, something here is just what you're looking for.
I was told to go to Famous Dave's, because they have the best ribs. Cool, I thought. I was looking forward to this. I decided to finally go there, when I had the chance and I'm sorry that I did.
Famous Dave's is right on Route 1, in front of Lowe's, so it has good visibility. When I arrived, I walked in the Carry-Out side of the facility and the door slammed into my back, because the closer was broken. It kept hitting everyone that I saw while I was there. Bad sign already, I thought.
The girls at the counter who took my order, were confused, not really in control and had a long line of bags waiting to be picked up. These bags may have been for some of the people waiting, but they never checked until the customers ran out of patience, walked up and asked. Poor customer service was evident.
When I left with my food, I was excited to maybe have something good to think about this place. I didn't finish the meal and threw half of it out. The ribs were full of fat and the bones weren't whole, they were almost shattered inside the meat/fat content and it was a terrible fight to find meat. Finally, I gave up and ended the experiment.
Needless to say, Shane's Rib Shack will be seeing me again, someone else will not.
Are you close to Shane's and need a new place to dive into the yummy ribs? Use the key below to see if we can help.
