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Kim Darwaza
Now that fall is winding down and we have to face the fact that winter is just around the corner, one way of escaping reality is to turn our thoughts to the excitement of holiday travels or warm weather vacations. But before you leave home during the winter ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
From WTOP.com: The local housing market is gaining steam. But it feels like there are two housing markets in one, says John McClain, senior fellow at George Mason University. According to new numbers being analyzed by McClain, existing home sales are up ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
One of the first questions that I always get from potential short sale listing clients is, "Will I have to Carry a Deficiency Note?". Generally it has varied from bank to bank and deficiency to deficiency. The good news for sellers is that because ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Ritu Desai
The holiday season can be a strain on your pocketbook. Considering the current economic climate, it may be even more apparent this year than in the recent past. But there are still plenty of inexpensive holiday gifts you can give this year - even for under ...  [Read More]
Posted:byRitu Desai
Karrina Taylor Brown
During the housing boom, millions of Americans tried to make money by buying and then quickly reselling new houses and condominiums. That kind of flipping stopped several years ago as home sales stalled amid a surge in foreclosures and curtailed lending. ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKarrina Taylor Brown
Karrina Taylor Brown
The average fixed rate on 30-year mortgages was 4.81 percent, up from a record-low 4.71 percent last week. Last year at this time, the average fixed rate for 30-year mortgages was 5.47 percent. Low rates are leading more home buyers searching for Arlington ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKarrina Taylor Brown
Kim Darwaza
The U.S. Treasury Department's long-awaited guidelines to streamline Short Sales, announced Monday, will have a significant impact on families facing foreclosure, according to RE/MAX International Chairman and Co-Founder Dave Liniger. The Home Affordable ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Investor Property • 1,389 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story "Townhouse" - MLS® $80,000 Elysian Woods, Woodbridge - Short Sale listing with one lender. This property will not qualify for FHA financing due to repairs that need to be done ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Lake Manassas, Gainesville - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 8015 Bonnie Briar Loop on December 6 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Ritu Desai
HAMP Update – New Program Offers Borrowers Foreclosure Alternatives Today, November 30, 2009, Supplemental Directive 09-09: Introduction of Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives – Short Sale and Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure was published. ...  [Read More]
Posted:byRitu Desai
Ritu Desai
As a mother of 2 kids, I am always thrilled to share the new ventures that come in Loudoun County. I was so excited finally the skate park big day is here. Please feel free to share this with your fellow friends and family who live in the area. The Loudoun ...  [Read More]
Posted:byRitu Desai
Kim Darwaza
The nice thing about living in Northern Virginia is that we have all of the ammenities, and shopping of a major city being so close to Washington, DC. Yet at the same time we can drive 30-45 minutes and be in beautiful farm land. Every year since I was ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Steve Wisemiller,CRS
Great Value! • 2,500 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story "Daylight Lower Level" - $624,500 - New Price Broyhill Forest, Arlington - This lovely all brick Rambler is tucked away in a quaint neighborhood. Conveniently located to schools, ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySteve Wisemiller,CRS
Steve Wisemiller,CRS
Broyhill Forest, Arlington - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 3419 North Randolph St on November 29 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:bySteve Wisemiller,CRS
Kim Darwaza
Former Model Home in Gated Lake Manassas • 4,667 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm 3 story "Custom Colonial" - MLS® $480,000 Lake Manassas, Gainesville - This property is a short sale and has been approved at $480,000 by the bank until December ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
One of the incentives that I have always offered my buyer clients is a free one year home warranty when they buy a home with me. Now more than ever with short sales and foreclosure properties that have not been maintained as well an home warranty is beneficial ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza of RE/MAX Allegiance launches website and marketing plan specific to homeowners facing foreclosure hardship in the Northern Virginia real estate market. FAIRFAX, VA— Kim Darwaza of RE/MAX Allegiance a Northern Virginia real estate specialist, ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Congress and the President have extended and expanded the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers. Existing homeonwers are now eligible for a $6,500 tax credit. Please watch this video to hear about the guidelines. To begin your search for the perfect ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Welcome to the YouTube Channel for Kim Darwaza, your Northern Virginia Real Estate expert. Please stop by for Northern Virginia Real Estate information.  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Summary of This Weeks Important Real Estate News and Homeowner Information: Sears Commercial & RE/MAX Allegiance Discount Appliance Program - http://tinyurl.com/yfwmwom Flood Insurance 101 - http://bit.ly/4b5aya Northern Virginia Real Estate Statistics ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Ritu Desai
On Nov. 6th the Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) has announced Fiscal Year 10 funding allocations under its SPARC program (Sponsoring Partnerships and Revitalizing Communities), a below-market-rate loan program administered by the Loudoun ...  [Read More]
Posted:byRitu Desai
Kim Darwaza
I am pleased to announce the RE / MAX Allegiance Appliance Select Program. This program is facilitated through a business relationship between RE / MAX Allegiance Realtors and Sears Commercial Sales . This program allows me to offer my clients the ability ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Kim Darwaza
Act fast for the month of November if you need de-cluttering or just a valet at your home for loose stuff please call Clarke Mahek at JK Moving and Storage for 10% off the monthly storage. Download the attached brochure for additional information and make ...  [Read More]
Posted:byKim Darwaza
Ritu Desai
West Riding- Ryan Homes Specs # Bedrooms # 3-5 Full Baths : 2 Half Baths : 1 Garage : Yes Priced From: the high $300s Sq. Ft From: 1950+ Location: Chantilly, VA 20152 Martins Chase- Lennar Homes Specs # Bedrooms # 4 Full Baths : 2-4 Half Baths : 1 Garage ...  [Read More]
Posted:byRitu Desai
Ritu Desai
Courtland Rural Village Towns-NVHomes Specs # Bedrooms # 3 Full Baths : 2 Half Baths : 1 Garage : Yes Style: Townhome Priced From: the low $300s Sq. Ft From: 2,339 Location: Leesburg, VA 20176 Oaklawn: Pulte Homes Specs # Bedrooms # 3 Full Baths : 2 Half ...  [Read More]
Posted:byRitu Desai

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