Northern Virginia Residential Blog-Samson Properties

1/2 our days are spent on the road, but few know about an Amber Alert until after its over.

2010-03-19T12:12:00Z

So here's the deal. When we're with clients we spend most of our time paying attention to them & the road. If our car stereos are on they're at such a low volume we barely hear them. When most of us are at work we're not listening to a radio or watching TV. When we read the news online it's for the Economy or the Market. We spend our time driving through neighborhoods, avoiding highways, and paying close attention to our surroundings. It's our job after all... But... What...(read more)

Tradition Sale3 FNSH LVL Single Family in Lowes Island, Sterling Virginia

2010-03-18T20:29:00Z

Ritu Desai | Samson Properties | 703-625-4949 20697 Longbank Ct, Potomac Falls, VA Traditional Sale *** why wait for banks when you can close and get the credit*** 5BR/3+1BA Single Family House offered at $535,000 Year Built 1993 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 3 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 8,276 sqft HOA/Maint $65 per month DESCRIPTION MOTIVATED & TRADITIONAL SELLER SALE*$10K TOWARDS CARPET/PAINT OR CCSFH IN POPULAR LOWES ISLD ON PRVT WOODED LOT TUCKED...(read more)

10 Creative use of Dryer Sheets!

2010-03-13T23:21:00Z

Get your penny stretch by reusing your used dryer sheets... Reusing them: Sheet are not done after the first tumble, reuse the sheet for next round of drying clothes. Furniture: Ran out of expensive duster? Don't run to the store to buy a new box, your used dryer sheet works well in cleaning the furniture including your electronics. Diapers: I used to put a sheet in the Diaper Genie when my kids where young. One other mom told me she add the used sheet between the diaper so the odor does not...(read more)

In 3 - 5 minutes, you can help make a wish come true today

2010-03-12T13:47:00Z

Sam Callahan, the son of a Realtor in Silicon Valley, is 14 years old and has cancer which is not responding to two different types of chemotherapy. His cancer, Ewing's Sarcoma, had metasticized before it was discovered on September 22nd. Sam writes about his battle with Ewing's Sarcoma on the Sam's Team website . He is an amazing 8th grader with a good attitude who wants to beat this thing. If you read his "about Sam" page, you'll find he's a great writer, too. Normally,...(read more)

Negative looks Positive-February Fairfax County Virginai Real Estate Market Report

2010-03-10T17:19:00Z

For once we can say negative looks positive!!! We have seen a drastic turn around in the Fairfax county Virginia residential real estate market place. Low interest rate, inventory & tax credit expiration has all added to the huge upswing in our market place. Even the worst blizzard in the history of the our area did not stop motivated buyer & seller get the homes off the market....(read more)

Negative looks Positive-February Loudoun County Virginai Real Estate Market Report

2010-03-10T16:03:00Z

For once we can say negative looks positive!!! We have seen a drastic turn around in the Loudoun county Virginia residential real estate market place. Low interest rate, inventory & tax credit expiration has all added to the huge upswing in our market place. Even the worst blizzard in the history of the our area did not stop motivated buyer & seller get the homes off the market....(read more)

Still unsure about the Norther Virginia residential Real Estate market?

2010-03-10T03:57:00Z

Are you a home buyer who is still on fence about Northern Virginia residential Real Estate Market ? So let's get your facts straight: Forbes recently released richest counties in the country guess who is on the top of the list? Loudoun (#1), Fairfax (#2), City of Fairfax (#6), Arlington (#9), Stafford County (#12), Prince William County (#14) and City of Alexandria (#23) We do have a low unemployment rate. Don't want to beat the old drums. Data directly from the Bureau of Labor Statistic...(read more)

Common Real Estate Abbrevations used in Virginia

2010-03-09T18:33:00Z

Confused when you are ready the remarks by PRO (Realtors) while searching for home? I have been asked by a number of buyers recently to explain some of the abbreviations in the listings I have sent them. So I thought I would give a list of common abbreviations for those who may search them out on the web in the Northern Virginia Market place. Here are some of the more common usages: AGP - Above Ground Pool ATT - Attached BDRM -Bedrooms BSMT -Basement CA, CAC -Central Air Conditioning CH/BW - Chain...(read more)

Where is Northern Virginia Real Estate Market heading???????

2010-03-04T19:41:00Z

If you are in the market for a home under $500000 in Fairfax, Loudoun or Prince William county of Northern Virginia, it is a challenge to win a contract without crossing off contingencies or sweetening the deal with higher offer. This trend is getting stronger as we are getting closure to the first time tax credit deadline. However with the new changes coming to the FHA loan program starting April , the expiration of the tax credit and speculation of higher interest rate many are unsure of where...(read more)

Yet another reason to list your home for sale in Virginia with Ritu Desai & Samson Properties

2010-02-27T15:54:00Z

Apart from giving your home the most exposure in the market place: Yet another reason why to list with Ritu Desai & Samson Properties We are proud to announce a partnership with Samson Properties and ENUFF WITH THE STUFF! If you list with me, you will receive a free consultation from a professional Organizer/Stager for your home. Maria White of ENUFF WITH THE STUFF is offering one free hour of staging or de-cluttering services. This may be used in the form of hands on work or a written plan of...(read more)

January Market Report for Sterling Virginia

2010-02-27T13:36:00Z

Our January market report are typically lower in volume due to the holidays. Apart from the hangover of the holidays, we had seen a record breaking winter condition during January & Feb. of this year. Even when are barometer was going down , the city of Sterling in Loudoun County Virginia has shown the strong Real Estate market. Homes for sale: 383 ( up from 374 last month) Closed sales: 71 (down from 121 last month) Median sold price: $274,000 (up 18% from one year ago) Average days on market:...(read more)

My clients care I blog!!!!

2010-02-22T16:57:00Z

Past weekend, I met a potential client who lives International but has a home in Potomac Falls, Virginia. They have decided to sell their home, and wanted to meet up with me to discuss the sale of their home.... Since he had come down for a short business trip he wanted to knock down two birds at the same time. We met at my office, after my initial listing presentation & discussion about the home, comps and all the good stuff , I asked him how did you find me? His answer was I read your Blogs...(read more)

Do you want me be part of my neighborhood -Rivercrest, Potomac Falls Virginia

2010-02-17T21:07:00Z

Rivercrest (also known as South Bank) is a small development in eastern Loudoun County, Virginia. The builder that have constructed beautiful homes were M/I homes, NV Homes, Winchester, Ryan Homes, Engle homes, and K.Hov. Homes. It is bordered by the Potomac River to the north, Lowes Island to the east(Trump Golf), Sugarland Run Creek (the waterway) to the west and Algonkian Parkway to the south. Surrounded by park land and trees (Algonkian Regional Park), there are abundant opportunities for wildlife...(read more)

How much to estimate for Home Maintenance after purchasing your home?

2010-02-17T02:13:00Z

This topic reminded me of a family whose I had sold a home while back. They had bought a new construction home. After 5 years living in the home, the husband had a job relocation so they were thinking about renting the home or selling it. Walking around the home I was bit puzzled, the home was decorated as if a picture from a catalog, it reflected the pride of ownership! However the intake vents looked like they were clogged & dirty or the ducts where clogged... I asked them if they got the HVAC...(read more)

Loudoun County pays the most in property taxes in the South

2010-02-15T16:09:00Z

Loudouners fork out $4,844 annually per home, the most for any county in the southern United States and nearly three times more than the $1,180 national average. In ranking each county, Forbes.com used the 2008 U.S. Census’ American Community Survey, which is conducted annually. The survey, which is sent to one in every 40 homes, asks property owners how much they spend per month in property taxes. Researchers then use the median number per county from 2006-2008. Forbes then separates the data...(read more)