September 29th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Buying, Commercial, Condo Communities, Entertainment & Lifestyle, Fairfax, Fairlington, Falls Church, Financing, Great Falls, Just for Fun, Keller Williams, Mclean, On The Town, Properties, Property Values, Real Estate News, Reston, Selling, Single Family Homes, Vienna
I was reading the actual bill that describes our ‘$700B bail out’ and WOW is what comes to mind. This should be the cause for an amazing change from the mortgage lock-down we’ve been experiencing the past few months.
If I had a crystal ball and wanted to assure my buyers of when it was a good time to buy, I would suggest that once this bill passes (there is a clause that requires implementation start within 60 days) that later this year early next will be the best time to buy on almost all fronts. Interest rates should remain low, prices should remain low and because of this bill, prices should stabilize. Stabilizing of prices and the churn of new buyers could potential be the perfect storm for equity gains to start again….
Call me today if you’d like to discuss my interpretation or yours. I’d also call your bank and see what they can do for you- this would be EXACTLY what the point of all this is to drive.
Ive attached a snippet of the actual bill that highlights some interesting change potentially headed our way.
“SEC. 109. FORECLOSURE MITIGATION EFFORTS.
…MODIFICATIONS
In the case of a residential mortgage loan, modifications made under paragraph (1) may include—(A) reduction in interest rates (B) reduction of loan principal; and(C) other similar modifications.
TENANT PROTECTIONS.—In the case of mortgages on residential rental properties, modifications made under paragraph (1) shall ensure—(A) the continuation of any existing Federal, State, and local rental subsidies and protections; and(B) that modifications take into account2 the need for operating funds to maintain decent3 and safe conditions at the property.”
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September 17th, 2008 Categories: Condo Communities, Keller Williams, Reston
Welcome to a great presentation I found on You Tube that offers terrific video footage of Reston’s, Mid Town North condominiums. The Kettler CMO and sales team that created this presentation are doing a terrific job of providing a verbal tour while the visuals are simply marvelous. You must check it out!
If you’re interested in coming over and taking a look- Give me a call to set up a time. Im a local to Reston and would love to show you around. It is quite impressive.
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September 4th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Buying, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
Standing over 12 stories tall and located in the heart of Arlington Virginia this high tech looking, contemporary condominium building has terrific view of the DC skyline, especially from the rooftop pool and exercise room!
It is just a few blocks from the Courthouse metro and boasts and amazing décor throughout its hallways and lobby. Even the details of your private front door leaves you feeling like it’s your entrance into your private secluded sanctuary despite being one of roughly 300 unit. I have toured this building a few times with clients and found each of them awe struck over its floor plans and amenities. Once you gain access through the security doors the front desk security guards ensure safety for all visitors. The Odyssey was built in 2005 and offers unit for sale today. There is excellent dining and easy access to stores and shops by simple walking out your front door.
To schedule a showing or learn more about the properties, please call or write us today.
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September 4th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
Situated practically in the middle between Arlington’s Rosslyn and Courthouse metro stops the Wooster and Mercer Lofts are available for sale now. Boasting anywhere 10-18 foot high ceilins in most units and a penthouse suite with 21 foot high ceilings this building is offering floor plans with unit sizes from 1600 sq ft to 2000+ sq ft. These condo range in price from $699K to upwards of $2 million plus and offer all the latest in appliances and modern day aesthetics.
Recently one of our offices affiliate mortgage lenders sponsored a champagne brokers open for agents to tour the available units. The spectacular design, reminiscent of SoHo’s New York style condo/apartment living, over sized windows offering plenty of natural light and the on-site amenities including underground garage parking, security front desk and door, concierge service, central courtyard with in ground pool and more make this a building a have to for previewing.
If you’re interested in urban living in the heart of Arlington Virginia The Wooster and Mercer lofts must make your MUST SEE list! Call us today to schedule a tour!
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September 4th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams, Real Estate News
Built in 2005, Clarendons 1021 holds 400+ units and has roughly 500 parking spots in an attached underground garage. Situated right next door to Station Square, in the heart of Clarendon, this building offers affordable condo living in 1, 2, 3 bedroom floor plans as well as an impressive penthouse that has views of the DC skyline and monuments . Two blocks from Clarendon Metro Station makes commuting into DC a breeze.
Special amenities include a roof top pool, on site security guard and sign in desk, club room with wall mounted flat screen TV’s, small internet cafe style areas with couches and tables and computers and internet access, living room style receptions areas and elevators for easy access to upper levels. Security doors prevent unwanted loitering or guests from gaining access to the building. The building has a very cohesive community and often has roof top pool parties all the residence can attend. It has been shared with me personally that a lot of the residence love the sense of community this building offers.
My team recently toured this building with a client and can offer you the same thing, give us a call today so we can show you all this building has to offer. Check out www.clarendon1021.net to see where the picture above is from and to learn more about the community.
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September 4th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
Built in 2006, this cluster of 3 condominium buildings hold 300+ units and have roughly 600 parking spots in an attached underground garage. Situated in the heart of Clarendon these buildings also boast first floor retail spaces that’s currents leases include one of the areas more popular physical fitness chains; Gold’s International. Residence of Station Square get special dispensation from the gym with membership. One block from Clarendon Metro Station makes commuting into DC a breeze.
Special amenities include outdoor pool, on site managers office, club room with wall mounted flat screen TV’s, small in house exercise room, pool tables, living room style receptions areas and elevators for easy access to upper levels. Securities doors prevent unwanted loitering or guests from gaining access to the building.
Our team sold a unit in this building recently, give us a call today so we can show you all this building has to offer.
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August 4th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities
I just got off the phone with the selling agent for The Phoenix. He showed my Pollard Street listing a few weeks back and it was time to follow up. In addition I now a customer interested in a 1 bedroom 1 bath condo in downtown Arlington Virginia.The Phoenix is a strong contender if you like a condo that is priced right and offering all the amenities as well as solid construction. Ironically, they have a lot of units for sale but only one ….YES ONLY ONE…. 1 bedroom 1 bath left for sale.
If my client doesn’t grab it you may want to call me today so I can help work a deal for you.
703-283-4524(cell).
Mid $300’s is negotiable these days especially in a building I have other satisfied customers living in.
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July 31st, 2008 Categories: Condo Communities, Fairlington, Real Estate News
We recently had a customer buy into an amazing condominium development in Alexandria Virginia. Just a few miles down the road from Fairlington Villages (SW on route 395) there is a small community know as Cameron station.
This neighborhood boasts single family homes, townhouses and condominiums. Scott and his team had the pleasure of selling one his first time home buyers a condo in this quaint neighborhood. After months of endless searches this development satisfied all of our clients wish list and more. Come one Come all to Cameron Stations 10 year anniversary party: Below is a snippet from their website inviting you and yours.
ameron Station is celebrating its
10-Year
Anniversary on
September 19-21, 2008.
Join your neighbors in
celebrating ten years of
community in Cameron
Station. See below for
information about the
individual events, how to
register, and how to
volunteer. We request that you register for all Friday and Saturday events.If you have questions about the celebration or want to volunteer to help, please send an email to anniversary@cameronstation.org
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July 4th, 2008 Categories: Condo Communities, On The Town, Real Estate News, Reston
The buzz is out! Reston Virginia’s short kept secret is slowly being unveiled to everybody looking for value! The Paramount condominiums.
This magnificent High Rise Condominium has it’s penthouse suite and plenty of other units for sale even as I share the news today. Come home to a purely indulgent high rise condominium style of living. Your prices vary according to features and are anywhere from low $400’s to over $1 mill.
Built in 2005 this fairly new construction boasts all of the modern day amenities one would expect in a premier location like the Reston,Virginia. Granite, Marble, 9″ ceilings, stainless etc. these units have it all. And are less than a block from the shops and eateries of what is growing to be one of Northern Virginia most popular shopping mecca’s, The Reston Town Center. No matter what you like The Paramount is sure to please when youre looking for that special one of kind place to live.
Please call me today to set up a time to show you in person the wonders of The Paramount at The Reston Town Center. 703-283-4524
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January 24th, 2008 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
In hopes of making your condo search easier, I have compiled a list of sites that offer images of floorplans for condo buildings in Arlington.
Clarendon
The Phoenix at Claredon Metro: Floorplans
Ballston
Eastview/Westview at Ballston Metro: Floorplans
1800 Wilson Blvd: Floorplans
Pentagon Ridge: Floorplans
The Hawthorn: Floorplans
Courthouse
The Odyssey (Click Floorplans): Website
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December 10th, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
The recent rental conversion to condominium, EastView (and WestView) at Ballston Metro, should’ve been left as an apartment building. There was a handle missing on the front foyer door, the Sales people were nowhere to be found and I haven’t started talking about the actual unit yet! When my client and I finally found the sales girl, she showed us 1 2 bed, 2 bath unit and that was all it took for me to turn on my heels and get out of there!! The conversion was not done well! Immediately upon walking in, you’re faced with a large, thick wall separating the living room from one of the bedrooms - not the most warming entrance to your home. Their marketing scheme is great; their advertisements make the EastView look like the place you want to live, however, I would MUCH rather live across the street at the Berkeley Condominium. For more details on this condo and my other top 2, visit my top 3 Ballston Condo rankings.
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December 2nd, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
Continuing my rankings of
The Hawthorn came in a close 2nd place. This building is brand-new construction so there were plenty of choices in floor plans. As a new to real estate buyer, Laura fell in love with the appliances, the master bathroom and the balcony. However, I noticed that the 2nd bedroom, appeared to me more like an oversized den. The size of the 2nd bedroom could barely fit a twin bed, let alone furniture like a dresser or TV stand. This is a great contemporary style new building, but if you’re looking for a livable sized 2nd bedroom, you may need to scope out the floor plans very carefully; some do have a little bit larger guest bedroom, but others are actually much smaller than a practical bedroom.
Third place finishers were different for both of us. I am partial to the Summerwalk buildings since I once lived there!
I loved the environment of the buildings and the location. Quaint, charming and located directly behind the BEST chinese restaurant in Arlington (Hunan Gate). My first time buyer liked 880 N. Pollard because it had most of the same amenities as the others she liked. Hardwoods, stainless steel, etc., however, the units we saw did not have balconies and the units felt like closets without that outlet.
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December 2nd, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
It seems like there are new properties popping up everyday, so I decided to give you my opinion, as well as a somewhat novice opinion on
Since this first time buyer is in the process of settlement on a unit in The Phoenix at Clarendon Metro, obviously this was her favorite. “I loved the location, the floor plan, the amenities, the price, and the 
building. We went back to look at the unit 3 or 4 times just to make sure, but I just knew that this building was it!” While all of her positives are true, there are few things to think about while considering this building. The Views: Laura got lucky with her unit, she chose a corner unit diagonally facing Clarendon Ballroom and
Coming in 3rd on Laura’s list was The Odyssey. A beautiful condo building a little past the heart of Clarendon, the building offers spectacular views of the DC Monuments, the River,
Laura loved the unit she saw in the building; spacious, full of light, equipped with a 42” LCD HDTV that conveyed, all of the best appliances and a fireplace! Everything was right on, except, the balcony. It was shared with the unit next door!!! Not only that, but they had a direct view into your living room and bedroom! Definitely not something that you’d want when spending over $500K on a condo! I am sure other units did not have the same construction problems as this particular unit, but it is definitely something to consider when looking at The Odyssey. Also, while the building in theory is ideal (views, amenities, floor plans, etc) you should consider the overall location. For some it may be ideal that it is only a few blocks from the heart of Clarendon, close enough to enjoy but far away enough to be out of the foot traffic, but for those that will be using the Courthouse Metro everyday, it’s about a 2 block walk UPHILL to the metro from the building. Laura pointed out that that walk in heels during the winter (rain or snow) might not be the ideal commute to work – YIKES! While these may be a non-issue for some, for others it might be a deal breaker!
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November 15th, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
Living/Dining Room to Balcony:
While raving about The Phoenix at Clarendon Metro, in
I am pleased to say that I have added another ecstatic first time buyer to my list. My new client just ratified her contract on a new 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo!! With the closing scheduled for November 20th, she couldn’t be happier about the upcoming holidays; I love my job.
Eric Solomon, Sales Manager for The Phoenix, was phenomenal - I can’t speak highly enough about this guy. Not only is The Phoenix an impressive building with many notable amenities, they have a sales staff that is willing to work with everyone and is both professional and fun.
It’s a great day for Keller Williams in
For more information on The Phoenix, visit their website.
Kitchen: Applicances are GE Profile Stainless Steel
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November 5th, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
While The Phoenix Condo development was built on what was once the Arlington Virginia Post office it is now the unbeatable location for residence with a wide variety if living style choices bound to please everyone that passes through!
One of Clarendon’s newest condo building – The Phoenix – has location, style, class, and variety; everything for young and old professionals alike. Fully loaded with a gym, rooftop pool, media entertainment room, business center and 8 different floor plans (for 2BD/2BA) all located 1 block the Arlington Metro (orange line), what more can someone ask for? Our tour guide, Jed, was great about showing us the available units in our favorite floor plans and colors; he was amenable and accommodating.
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November 5th, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
A gem in the heart of everything might just be the One my client’s been looking for! With almost every amenity she wanted, a location that is to die for, and a unit within her price range – I could tell this was the one as soon as we walked in! A block from the heart of Clarendon, with countless stores, restaurants, and other niches to explore.
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October 27th, 2007 Categories: Arlington, Condo Communities, Keller Williams
There is a lot of buzz about the great “1021″ of Arlington….an exciting newish condo building in the heart of Clarendon (Arlington, VA). Im excited to report I was ALL over that building today. I’m glad to finally be in the know…..
I toured the lobby and mail stop areas, the lounge and both main entrances. I signed out the keys to 3 different units that met my customers criteria and we proceeded to the pool, which was everything one would hope to find on a hip roof top condo building in Arlington, Virginia. Then we looked at all 3 of our choice units…as a matter of fact I think we may be close to an offer on one of them…
I find the vibe of the building to be quite friendly and the units I toured equipped with modern with updated kitchens and bathrooms. Anyone who lives there is certain to be proud of their surroundings. In addition there are several Realtors I happen to know live in this building and one of them has commented on how much he enjoys living there. This testimonial is quite beleivable after being there today. The building is situated at 1021 Garfield St, Arlington, VA close to shops and stores and fitness centers most people would frequently on a regular basis. The Clarendon metro station (the orange line) is one block away.
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