Arlington Virginia (VA) Real Estate – Arbour Realty

NOVA Fashion Week in Arlington VA

The NOVA Fashion week kicks off today, Thursday October 11, 2012 , and is a great opportunity to see current fashion by named designers. Tonight’s Blessed Haven Charity Show starts at 7:30pm and is presented by Thierry Couture. This show is a great way to give back to a very worthy cause.  100% of the shows proceed go to Blessed Haven charity.  Blessed Haven is a foster care nonprofit that serves as the liaison between the foster care community and society-at-large to... Continue Reading >

Keyless Entry From Your Phone

Imagine how much time we waste each year having to wait at home to let service or delivery people in.  Even when you are expecting house guests but are not sure the exact time they are going to arrive, it all adds up and still results in wasted time, time that could be spent doing something more productive. Lockitron Makes Life Simplier! I have something very exciting to share with you which could impact your life in a very positive way.  There is a... Continue Reading >

Alexandria VA Residents Help Shape the Future of the Community

It is really frustrating when you live somewhere but have absolutely no say in the development of your neighborhood's future.  Quite honestly I think those living in a  neighborhood are probably the most qualified in determining the future plans with regard to planning and development. Alexandria City also shares this view, and believe those living in Alexandria VA should have a say in what the future holds for the City of Alexandria.  The folks at Alexandria City are planning for a community conversation... Continue Reading >

Fairfax Emergency Preparedness 30 Ways in 30 Days

No-one likes to think about natural disasters, terrorist attacks or any other life threatening events. Even-so it is really important to be ready for these unknown emergencies and have a plan of action that you and your family can become familiar with. How to plan for an unknown Emergency It is hard to know what events may occur and what you would need in the event of an emergency, which of course makes it even harder to plan for. Obviously the main... Continue Reading >

Winning the Home in a Competitive Situation

Question: Are you seeing competition for homes in Arlington? If so, what is the best way to win? I am seeing more competition for homes in Arlington than I expected to see this year. Unless housing supply begins to catch up with demand for certain types of homes in Arlington, this trend is likely to continue. The most obvious variable in a purchase contract is price, but nobody wants to pay more than they need to. It would be nice if we... Continue Reading >