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About the humble bungalow

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Bungalow drawing
These narrow, rectangular one and one-half story houses originated in California during the 1880s as a reaction to the elaborate decoration of Victorian homes. The style then moved eastward to the Midwest in the early 20th century, where it remained popular until the Great Depression. Bungalows have low-pitched gabled or hipped roofs and small covered porches at the entry. The style became so popular that you could order a bungalow kit from Sears and Roebuck catalog. The name "bungalow" had its origins in India, where it indicated a small, thatched home. There are several neighborhoods in Northern Virginia were bungalows are not uncommon.  Burgundy Village is near the Huntington Metro and many homes there were originally bungalows. There are quite a few bungalows in Del Ray in Alexandria Virginia.

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typical bungalow
typical bungalow

Geese and ducks at River Towers in Winter

geese at River Towers
Canadian Geese at River Towers
Winter in Northern Virginia can be a little bleak at times. The foliage is gone from the trees, and the grass is a little beat. But River Towers is teaming with life. A flock of Canadian geese winters here at the creek which surrounds River Towers.  One of the pleasures of  living at River Towers is the sound of  the geese when they take off together or come in for a landing.  From the higher floors of the high-rise residents can watch the geese fly by at eye level and almost within arm's reach--a beautiful sight. Winter berries add some color to the scenery. Ducks are here year-round, as they like the gentle waters of the canal. It's not a great time for a picnic, but it's always pleasant to walk through the natural areas surrounding River Towers. River Towers backs up against the Dyke Marsh, a national wildlife preserve that is home to a good many waterfowl and at least one pair of beavers that I've seen. Normally the geese stay close to the marsh and don't approach the buildings at River Towers, but I suppose this year, they've had enough of the snow.
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Geese at River Towers
If you're seeking a home that is close to Old Town, close to the Potomac and you don't want to break the bank, River Towers is a great place to investigate any time of the year.

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Five Home Renovations That Can Deter Potential Buyers

  1. Luxury upgrades: Avoid trendy and frivolous renovation expenditures. Simple and relevant renovations are more likely to pay off in the long haul.
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  2. Garage conversion: Converting a garage to a family room can turn off potential home buyers. Some people want a garage and not a family room. Consider if you plan on selling in the future before you make the change.
  3. Adding a swimming pool: Unless you live in a place that is warm year round, a pool might not the the best idea. Pool maintenance can prove to be very costly. Some home buyers will factor in this cost and decide to pass on your home. Also a pool runs the risk of being a liability for small children.
  4. Bedroom conversion: Converting an office or master closet can deter a home-buyer. Some people prefer the home as it was built, without changes to the layout. If you are considering putting you home on the market, you might want to consider undoing these changes.
  5. Making it too personal: Personalized fixtures, colors, finishes, and paint jobs might not be what the person considering buying your home likes. Neutral finishes, colors, and fixtures are a safe bet. Potential buyers might think your home needs renovation if your personalization is not to their liking.
Taylor, Jim. "Five Home Renovations That Negative Affect Resale Value." Five Home Renovations That Negative Affect Resale Value. Version 1. Realty Times, 25 Nov. 2013. Web. 9 Dec. 2013. <http://jimtaylor.realtytimes.com/advicefromagents1/item/26717-five-home-renovations-that-negative-affect-resale-value>.

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What is a “Cape Cod”?

drawing of a Cape Cod style home
Some of the first houses built in the United States were Cape Cods. The original colonial Cape Cod homes were shingle-sided, one-story cottages with no dormers. During the mid-20th century, the small, uncomplicated Cape Cod shape became popular in suburban developments. A 20th-century Cape Cod is square or rectangular with one or one-and-a-half stories and steeply pitched, gabled roofs. It may have dormers and shutters. The siding is usually clapboard or brick.
Here's a Cape Cod made of stone.
There are many neighborhoods filled with Cape Cods in Northern Virginia. Often these homes were built just after WW2 for soldiers returning from the war, but many were built as late as 1960 and some continue to be built today.  If you'd like to see a neighborhood of mature Cape Cods, many with additions, you might want to explore Bucknell Manor.   For more information or to set up an appointment call Nesbitt Realty at (703)765-0300.

Nesbitt Realty Joins Our Kidz First Advisory Committe

Principal Broker Will Nesbitt and his wife Julie are joining local nonprofit Our Kidz First advisory committee. The head of the advisory committee is Dr. Camille McGann M.D. Our Kidz First is a a registered 501(C) 3 public charity that offers early career exposure to kids via a variety of events including: Annual Career Fair, Monthly Career Meeting and Mentoring Groups. Our Kids First mission is to expose, engage, and inspire youth to discover the career of their dreams. Our Kidz First's target audience is 7th and 8th grade students. Without guidance, studies have shown that this middle school age  group is at the highest risk of becoming High School drop outs. Our Kidz First provides an outline for success in 16 different career clusters.

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5 common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes

1. Ask your lender as many questions as you can think of. Many times we miss out on great deals just because we didn't take initiative to ask questions. Real important you get a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) so you fully understand all the costs involved with getting your loan 2. A well priced home will not sit on the market. Act quickly if you truly love a home. In today's tight inventory environment it is not uncommon to run up against 5 or more offers on a single property 3.Choosing a agent is huge in making a offer. Time is of the essence so choosing a agent who is very responsive is essential. Man this is so critical. Typically buyers work with the first agent they meet. ALWAYS get a second opinion. Not all agents are equal. 4. Proposing a offer is often times a artful process to make it most appealing to the seller. Again it is going to come back to who you choose as an agent. A Realtor experienced with working for first time home buyers will know how to write the offer with the best chance of getting accepted 5. Considering resale value in the span of 10 years will make your decision easier. You make money in Real Estate when you buy not when you sell. Take that into consideration before buying that first home. For more information or to set up an appointment call Stuart at (703)765-0300.

Craftsman-style Homes

Craftsman home
drawing of a Craftsman house
Popularized at the turn of the 20th century by architect and furniture designer Gustav Stickley in his magazine, The Craftsman, the Craftsman-style bungalow reflected, said Stickley, "a house reduced to it's simplest form... its low, broad proportions and absolute lack of ornamentation gives it a character so natural and unaffected that it seems to... blend with any landscape."
typical Craftsman
Typical Craftsman
The style, which was also widely billed as the "California bungalow" by architects such as Charles Sumner Greene and Henry Mather Greene, featured overhanging eaves, a low-slung gabled roof, and wide front porches framed by pedestal-like tapered columns. Material often included stone, rough-hewn wood, and stucco. Many homes have wide front porches across part of the front, supported by columns. Northern Virginia has many Craftsman homes, especially in Arlington and in parts of Alexandria in and around Del Ray.

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Who Pays Virginia’s Highest Property Taxes?

1. Loudon County Median property taxes: $4,784 Median home value: $544,400 Taxes as of home value: .09% Median income for home owners: $118,518 Taxes as of income: 4.0%   2. Alexandria City Median property taxes: $4,366 Median home value: $555,100 Taxes as of home value: 0.8% Median income for home owners: $114,262 Taxes as of income: 3.8%   3. Fairfax County Median property taxes: $4,624 Median home value: $568,900 Taxes as of home value: 0.8% Median income for home owners: $122,516 Taxes as of income: 3.8%   4. Arlington County Median property taxes: $4,635 Median home value: $596,600 Taxes as of home value: 0.8% Median income for home owners: $127,655 Taxes as of income: 3.6%   Table: Who Pays America's Highest Property Taxes?. (2009, January 22). Forbes, 1, 1. Retrieved November 25, 2013, from http://www.forbes.com/2009/01/22/taxes-homes-property-forbeslife-cx_mw_0122realestate_table.html

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