Home Prices Continue Gains Over 2009

U.S. home prices, including distressed sales, increased by 2.9 percent compared to the same month last year, according to CoreLogic in its monthly index. May was the fourth straight month prices showed a year-over-year increase. "Home price appreciation stabilized as home buyer tax credit-driven sales peaked in late spring," says Mark Fleming, chief economist for CoreLogic. "But given that the labor market and income growth remain tepid, we expect prices to moderate and possibly decline the rest of the year." Source: CoreLogic (07/13/2010)
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More Homes Accommodate Multi-Generations

Building and modifying homes to accommodate multiple generations is increasingly popular as more Americans struggle to accommodate both their older parents and their grown children under the same roof. The National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders Show this year featured a single-level residence with a master suite at each end. "The grandparents' suite included universal design elements along with a small kitchenette," says Stephen Melman, director of economic services at the NAHB. "The concept for this home was that the parents could get help with their kids from the grandparents, while the grandparents benefited by having household maintenance chores and meals taken care of for them.” Melman said that it is difficult to predict whether this trend will diminish when the economy improves, but he pointed to the growing number of ethnic groups where multi-generational living is expected as a sign that the trend may stick. Source: Washington Times, Michele Lerner (07/09/2010)

Wegmans Fairfax and Wegmans Potomac – Every Shoppers’ Bestfriend

Awarded by Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Wegmans ranked 5th, 2nd and even 1st from 1999 till 2010. They were also awarded with the prestigious Black Pearl award, Golden Shopping Cart Award and was named “Most Family Friendly Supermarket in America” by Child Magazine and President George Bush presented the Work-Scholarship Connection with the Grand Prize American Business Press Points of Light Award in 1991. Wegmans officially opened in 1916 as a small food business by Robert B Wegman (1918-2006) and then joined forces with his brother Walter Wegman later on, moving forward to expand business. As years went by, good business flooded the Wegmans and they reached out to the community by providing not only superb convenience but programs to help shoppers and their families, such as discount cards, recycling, food programs, scholarships and the like. In 2005, Wegmans Fairfax was opened to serve the nearby communities. Wegmans Fairfax can be located at 11620 Monument Drive in Fairfax Virginia 22030 near Lee Highway. They are open 7 days a week from 6 am to midnight, as well as Wegmans Potomac at 14801 Dining Way in Woodbridge Virginia 22191. Departments and Services that can be found in Wegmans Fairfax and Wegmans Potomac are:
  • Market Café
  • Kosher Deli
  • Sub Shop
  • Nature’s Marketplace
  • Beer
  • Patisserie
  • Pharmacy
  • Wine & Spirits Shop
  • Wokery
  • Bakery
  • Complements
  • Floral
  • Sushi Bar
  • Catering
  • Wi – Fi Internet Access
  • Coin Redemption Self Service
  • Money Gram / Money Orders
For more information about Wegmans contact Wegmans Fairfax at (703) 653-1600 and Wegmans Potomac at (703) 763-5500. Or check their site www.wegmans.com

Foxchase Shopping Center in the West End

Across the street from Forty Six Hundred, a high rise condominium and Mango Mike’s, a casual dining restaurant, Foxchase Shopping Center in West End Alexandria VA 22304, provides nearby residents a variety of restaurants, health facilities, fashion boutiques, banks and so much more, making it the ideal hangout for everyone. Harris Teeter, a high end grocer anchors Foxchase Shopping Center. Other businesses found at Foxchase Shopping Center:
  • La Casa Restaurant
  • Hong Kong Express
  • General Dentistry by Dr. Paul Stasiewicz
  • Art Display Company
  • Rite Aid
  • Curves
  • Braids
  • Hana
  • Tokyo Steak House
  • PNC Bank
  • Sleepy’s
  • My Eye Dr

Upton Hill Regional Park for the whole family

Featuring:
  • An outdoor Swimming Pool Complex – Lap Pool, Recreational Pool, Kiddies Pool, Children’s Water House and Multiple Water Slides
  • Miniature Golf Course
  • Batting Cages – Baseball and Softball
  • Activates / Events for Children on special holidays / occasions
The Upton Hill Regional Park at 6060 Wilson Boulevard in Arlington Virginia is well loved by nearby residents and visitors from around. It is a wooded recreational park in the heart of the most densely populated areas in Northern Virginia. Found between Arlington and Fairfax County line just at the intersection of Patrick Henry Drive and Wilson Boulevard, Upton Hill Regional Park is a great place for families to bond and enjoy. An extensive renovation in 2007 was done to attract local residents and more visitors to promote an innovative and public facility as the area and local government’s commitment to its community.

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Courthouse Hill in Arlington VA

Courthouse Hill condominium was established in 1996 with 1 and 2 and 3 bedroom plans. The Courthouse Hill is pet friendly allowing 1 pet per unit of no restricted weight. Courthouse Hills is located at 2330 14th Street N. Arlington in Virginia 22201 just a few steps away from Arlington County Courts, Metro, AMC theaters and a vast selection of shop stops and restaurants as well as the Court House Station. Amenities of Courthouse Hill:
  • Elevator
  • Pool
  • Party Room
  • Exercise Room

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Dakota Condominiums near Rosslyn

Dakota Condominiums was built in 2002 and located at 1555 N. Colonial Terrace in Arlington, VA 22209 near Rosslyn. This 7 floor, 14 units, luxurious condominium features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with spacious floor plans. The Dakota Condominium is set on a hill overlooking Georgetown and Rosslyn. Amenities offered:
  • Private Elevator Access
  • Private Balcony / Terrace / Patio
  • Crown Molding
  • Energy Efficient features
  • Controlled Access to Underground Reserved Parking
  • Controlled Access to Lobby and Garage
Dakota Condominiums is utterly close to all shop stops, restaurants and Georgetown, with direct access to I-66, Key and Memorial Bridges.

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Newly Built Lexington Square Condominiums in Virginia Square

Lexington Square Condominiums is located at 3830 N. 9th St. and 3835 N. 9th St. Arlington in Virginia 22203. It was built in 2002 comprising of 367 units of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom plans. The structure was carefully designed with the modern touch, while the units were created with spacious areas and designed for optimal light. Certain Penthouse Suites at Lexington Square have over-sized rooftop patios providing an astounding sight of D.C, Arlington and Alexandria. Parking isn’t a problem as it is abundant and always available along 9th St. Fairfax Drive, Oakland and Pollard for guests or visitors. Amenities of Lexington Square Condominiums:
  • Garage Parking
  • Exercise Room/Gym
  • Party Room
  • Courtyard with Gas Grills and Tables
  • Spa Pool with Hot Tub
  • Corian Countertops
  • Elevator
  • Health Club
  • Community Room
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • On Site Manager and Engineer
  • Electronic Entry Access to Building
Pets are also permitted in Lexington Square. The Virginia Square Metro Stop is 1 block away from Lexington Square, while Ballston Common Mall, a variety of movie theaters, bars and restaurants are available from Virginia Square.

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Memorial Overlook across Iwo Jima Memorial in Arlington

Iwo Jima MemorialFound in the Rosslyn area of Arlington beside Arlington National Cemetery and across the street from the Iwo Jima Memorial / Marines Corps National Memorial, the Memorial Overlook is exactly located at 1201 Nash St. N. Arlington in Virginia 22209. The Memorial Overlook is an extravagant and classy condominium, which is a few minutes walk to the Rosslyn Metro Station on the Orange and Blue Lines and 1 minute commute to D.C. The vast grounds of the Iwo Jima Memorial itself can serve as a backyard to sunbathe, exercise or simply relax. The Memorial Overlook offers 2 and 3 bedroom plans of over 2000 sq feet, with 2 baths and the liberty to have pets in the unit following the enforced pet policy of 1 pet per unit weighing 25lbs. Amenities are:
  • Garage Parking
  • Private Fitness Center
  • Foyer
  • Community Room
  • Catering Kitchen

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