Monthly Archives: September 2011

DC is #1…And That’s Not a Good Thing

ShareYesterday’s Washington Post gave us the news most of us already knew: We have the worst traffic in the country. Even for me, the numbers were shocking: the average DC area commuter is delayed 74 hours every year. Wow, that’s over 3 entire DAYS of my life! Add an extra 37 gallons of burned fuel…

Realtors or Bugs – which are the real Pests?

Share What do bugs and Realtors have in common?  One is a pest and a scourge and the other… well, I’ll just leave this alone and imagine your shock at my even mentioning it! For some reason, I recently had an influx of spiders in my house. I’m not one to enjoy the presence of…

No Wasted Energy: Solar Decathlon Back in DC to Wow Green Enthusiasts

ShareThe Solar Decathlon comes to the National Mall every 2 years.  It’s at the Tidal Basin today thru next Sunday, Oct 2nd.  If you haven’t been before I would definitely recommend a trip downtown to check out!   See the Washington Post weekend section for more information or go to www.solardecathlon/gov/ .  It’s a completely free event! …

The Grass May Be Greener, But At What Cost?

Tree in Hands

ShareOkay, so I have to start by saying I’m not a golfer and I get it’s a really big deal for lots of folks.  We all have our own particular interests.  I happen to enjoy running, instead of running around after a little ball, if you get my drift! In my career as a Realtor,…

Northern Virginia Homes: Sales Statistics for August 2011

ShareThe sales figures for Aug 2011 are in.  Sales are slowing down which is a seasonal trend.  We see the typical summer decline in sales hit in August.  Everyone who’s been looking to buy and get settled before school starts usually has it secured by August.  The focus turns to getting the summer vacation time…

Cash Savings for Veterans: VA Lowers Loan Funding Fee Rates

VA Funding Fee Rate Change Chart

Share  Mark October 1, 2011 in your calendar if you’re purchasing or refinancing a home with a VA loan. I recently learned from Sebastian Rivera with Potomac Mortgage Group, LLC the VA funding fees were being reduced. Translation… Cash Savings for Veterans either purchasing a new home or refinancing. I  wanted to do my homework…