by Sallie - Your At Home Team ... At Home in Alexandria on October 1, 2008
We were talking with one of our wonderful contractors recently and, of course, the topic of Alexandria foreclosures came up. I hear yeah, “so what else is new”….well, have you checked to see if your real estate taxes have been paid by your lender?
Here is the story – our contractor, let’s call him Joe, was at home when he had a visitor….a County Sheriff….serving a judgment for taxes that had not been paid for several years on a rental property! It just so happens that this property was financed by WaMu! Joe has always paid his mortgage on time. He never received notices that the taxes were delinquent…they were sent to WaMu! If Joe had not been home, the County would have booted Joe’s most valuable vehicle(s) to cover the debt. Fortunately Joe was just served the notice and is taking care of the issue.
Bottom line – things are not always as they seem…if your lender pays your escrows, verify your taxes and insurance are paid.
by Sallie - Your At Home Team ... At Home in Alexandria on September 23, 2008
Well it’s that time of year again … and we are proud to be one of the sponsors for Fort Belvoir’s 13th Annual Oktoberfest! Be certain to mark your calendars for October 2 – 5, next weekend. The kids will certainly remind once you drive down Rte 1 past Fort Belvoir and see the tents and Carnival!
We’ll be there, along with John Mills and Sara Davis of the Mills Davis Mortgage Team, with prizes and fun for all. Read more and see photos from years past on our Your At Home Team - Oktoberfest page. You will find the entire schedule, kids activities, directions and more.
by Sallie - Your At Home Team ... At Home in Alexandria on September 7, 2008
It was so exciting to find out that our office was the top producing EXIT office in the state of VA for the month of July! This is certainly a different kind of market, but it is absolutely the BEST time to be a buyer!
by Sallie - Your At Home Team ... At Home in Alexandria on September 7, 2008
Well, it’s been a while since we’ve posted but things have been busy in Alexandria! In case you have noticed, our brokerage has had a name change…..EXIT All Star Realty is now EXIT Metro Realty! This name change was made to reflect the brokerage’s vision of the future. Same great place and the same great faces . . .
by Sallie - Your At Home Team ... At Home in Alexandria on July 3, 2008
Get ready to celebrate July 4th! Here are just some of the events taking place this weekend:
Ft. Belvoir’s Freedom Fest – Display beginning 9:30P
Friday July 4th – 5:00PM until 11:00PM
Food, vendors, live music, open to the public
More information
An American Celebration at Mount Vernon
Friday July 4 – 8:00AM until 5:00PM (no fireworks)
Mount Vernon invites visitors to the home of the First American Hero for a day-long celebration of Independence Day. 18th-century patriotic music, a reading of the Declaration of Independence by “George Washington,” the annual Red, White & Blue Concert performance by the National Concert Band of America, and FREE birthday cake (while supplies last). The First Virginia Regiment expands its encampment with military checkpoints across the estate, and guards stationed at Washington’s Tomb. The Sons of the American Revolution lead a wreath laying ceremony at the tomb of our nation’s first Commander-in-Chief, and visitors given a carnation to lay at the Tomb.
$ Entrance Fee ~ More Information
Fireworks on the National Mall & A Capitol Fourth Concert
So much to do in DC this weekend! Take in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival early, watch the parade, go by the White House Visitor Center enjoy family events, and end the day with the concert on the Washington Monument grounds starting at 6:00PM, followed by the Capitol Fourth Concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol…and the fireworks grand finale! What fun!!!
For those that aren’t up to the heat and crowds…enjoy the concert and fireworks in the comfort of your own home – the event will be televised on PBS.
Read all about the various events
July 12 – City of Alexandria Birthday Celebration
Celebrate the City of Alexandria’s 259th birthday and the country’s 232nd birthday at Oronoco Bay Park – 100 Madison Street – 4:00PM until 10:00PM
More information and view event flyer
To stay on top of events in the DC and Alexandria area, a great source is dc.about.com … Rachel Cooper does a great job of staying on top of area activities!
One last thing – Remember Your Pets
Fairfax County Police issued this reminder for all of those pet owners out there:
Police Warn: Fireworks Scare Pets
The Fairfax County Animal Services Division urges pet owners to act responsibly and leave their pets at home and away from the loud commotion of firework celebrations taking place this holiday weekend.
Even pets that are accustomed to being with their owners and crowds can become frightened and disoriented with the high noise levels. According to Animal Control Supervisor Mary Zambrano, the police department sees an increase in dog and cat bites, stray dog pickups, and numerous calls about dogs running-at-large over the July 4th weekend each year. “We hope pet-owners will be considerate and cautious this holiday weekend,” said Zambrano.
Police offer pet owners the following tips to lessen the stress on their pets:
· When you leave your pet at home during the fireworks celebrations, make sure to leave your pet in an area of your home where he is safe, comfortable and sheltered from outside noise and lights.
· When scared, animals can become destructive so make sure to remove anything that can become damaged or might harm your pet if chewed.
· Never leave pets outside and unattended. It is not uncommon for pets to bolt over fences or otherwise escape a yard, even if they have never done it before.
Make sure your pet is wearing identification. If your pet gets lost or runs away, a name tag will ensure a quicker reunion.”
We wish all of you a wonderful 4th – be safe and remember our Troops!
by Sallie - Your At Home Team ... At Home in Alexandria on July 3, 2008
Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services is sponsoring a “Daddy’s Play Day” on Saturday July 19, 2008 between 11:00AM and 3:00PM. The event will be held at Gum Springs Community Center – 8100 Fordson Road – Alexandria, VA 22306. Contact Stacey Blackwell for more information at 703-360-6088. What a great way for Dad’s to have one-on-one time with their kids!
