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Blog Post Northern Virginia Tree Lighting Ceremonies
By Fred Westerlund - Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Northern Virginia Tree Lighting Ceremonies

It seems like every year the holiday season starts earlier than the year before and this year is no exception. Believe it or not, if you want to go to a tree lighting ceremony and weren’t lucky enough to win tickets to see the National Tree, there are many other choices, so...
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Blog Post First Weekend of November Fall Fun
By Fred Westerlund - Tuesday, November 3, 2015

First Weekend of November Fall Fun

The local Fall Festivals are coming to a close, but it’s not too late to squeeze in more fall fun. November is a wonderful time to get out and explore the area where we live while the weather is moderate and the holiday rush hasn’t yet started. There are still some fall acti...
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Blog Post Halloween Fun in Northern VA
By Fred Westerlund - Monday, October 26, 2015

Halloween Fun in Northern VA

  Halloween is this Saturday and Northern Virginia is a great place to be for spooky fun. There are many options ranging from the truly terrifying to kid friendly activities. Cox Farm’s Fields of Fear in Centreville is a creepy walk through a haunted corn maze. It runs t...
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Blog Post Where to See Fall Foliage
By Fred Westerlund - Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Where to See Fall Foliage

The leaves will be reaching their peak color over the next few weeks, and there are plenty of amazing day trips you can take to see the beauty of fall foliage either in Northern Virginia or a short drive away.If you want to get away from Northern Virginia, you can head ...
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Blog Post Flood Preparedness
By Fred Westerlund - Thursday, October 1, 2015

Flood Preparedness

There is some severe weather heading our way over the next few days. In addition to Hurricane Joaquin making its way to the East Coast, there is an existing rain storm that The National Weather Service is predicting will produce 3 to 5 inches of rain. Heavy downpours are expected...
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Blog Post Fall 2015 Real Estate Market Update
By Fred Westerlund - Sunday, September 27, 2015

Fall 2015 Real Estate Market Update

Fall tends to be second busiest time in for home sales, spring being the first. Because of the influence of the Federal Government, the market in Northern Virginia differs from the rest of the nation. Here is a summary of what’s happening in the market and recommendations to ...
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Blog Post September Festivals in Northern Virginia
By Fred Westerlund - Friday, September 18, 2015

September Festivals in Northern Virginia

If you are looking for something to do, there are a ton of festivals to choose from during the last two weeks in September. There is something for everyone, so get out and enjoy the beautiful September weather! Sat., 9/19 – Dulles Day Festival and Plane Pull – Dulles Interna...
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Blog Post Fall Home Maintenance Tips
By Fred Westerlund - Thursday, September 10, 2015

Fall Home Maintenance Tips

Summer is winding down and cooler weather will be here before we know it. Taking advantage of mild fall weather and doing some basic maintenance will keep your home cozy during the cold winter months and help prevent costly repairs down the road. Here are some tips to get your ho...
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Blog Post Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week
By Fred Westerlund - Monday, August 17, 2015

Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week

  Restaurant Week is here! Whether you’re a foodie or just like a great bargain, restaurant week is a wonderful opportunity to try out different local restaurants on a budget! If there's a restaurant you been wanting to try, this is the week to do it! Restaurant week h...
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Blog Post County Fairs in Northern Virginia
By Fred Westerlund - Tuesday, August 11, 2015

County Fairs in Northern Virginia

It’s county fair time, and despite living in an urban area, our local county fairs will not disappoint. They have everything you would imagine a county fair to have including livestock, carnival rides, games, contests, and lots to eat. Some of the fairs even have rodeo even...
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