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Blog Post Virginia Rental Laws - An Overview of Landlord-Tenant Rights in Northern Virginia
By Fred Westerlund - Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Virginia Rental Laws - An Overview of Landlord-Tenant Rights in Northern Virginia

In Virginia, the state’s Residential Landlord and Tenant Act automatically applies after a landlord and tenant have established a lease. This act provides three options that can result in a tenancy. If you and your tenant have signed a written rental agreement, verbally agr...
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Blog Post How to Rent Out Your House in Northern Virginia
By Fred Westerlund - Thursday, October 24, 2024

How to Rent Out Your House in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia (NOVA) is a vibrant area with modern-day conveniences and a residential charm. It is the most populous region in Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, encompassing several counties and independent cities, such as Fairfax, Arlington, and Prince William.&...
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Blog Post Reasons to Invest in Northern Virginia Real Estate
By Fred Westerlund - Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Reasons to Invest in Northern Virginia Real Estate

Northern Virginia, often referred to as NOVA, has become a hotspot for real estate investors in recent years. This dynamic region covers counties like Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William and offers the conveniences typically associated with major cities while still pr...
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Blog Post Why should I Update my Rental Property?
By Fred Westerlund - Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Why should I Update my Rental Property?

Attitudes about painting and updating vary around the US, and so while renters elsewhere may be much more willing to accept the condition of their rental home “as is” even looking a bit worn and faded – in our area (Northern Virginia) this generally is not the c...
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Blog Post Spring Real Estate Market Update
By Fred Westerlund - Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Spring Real Estate Market Update

Sales of new and existing homes continue to be at a level lower than we've seen for the past two years - and prices continue to rise! Specifically here in the Springfield and Burke area, we are seeing that homes with nice updates are going under contract in a weekend with mul...
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Blog Post Weekend Events 7-8-22
By Fred Westerlund - Friday, July 8, 2022

Weekend Events 7-8-22

Friday 7/8/22Columbia Pike Movie Night – Arlington Mill, 8pm – 10pm. An outdoor screening of Soul.  FREE!Saturday 7/9/22Roots Music Festival – Lake Anne Plaza, Reston, VA, 12pm – 7:30pm. Enjoy an afternoon of live performances. A beer and wine garden ...
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Blog Post Independence Day - Weekend Events
By Fred Westerlund - Thursday, June 30, 2022

Independence Day - Weekend Events

Happy Independence Day weekend! Here’s where to go for fireworks and more. For more FREE music check out the  Summer Concert Series offered by the Fairfax County Park Authority.Friday, July 1Friday Night Live - Town Green, Herndon, VA 6:30pm – 10pm. A FREE o...
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Blog Post Memorial Day Weekend 2022
By Fred Westerlund - Friday, May 27, 2022

Memorial Day Weekend 2022

While Memorial Day weekend has become synonymous with the start of summer, I want to take a moment to reflect on the reason why we have Memorial Day and remember all those who have fallen while serving our country. They are the reason we are able to enjoy our freedoms. So, whethe...
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Blog Post VA Weekly Events – May 16, 2022
By Fred Westerlund - Monday, May 16, 2022

VA Weekly Events – May 16, 2022

Here’s a look at what’s happening this week in NOVA. If you’re into biking, Friday is bike to work day, on the flip side, watch out for cyclists if you’re going to be driving!Monday 5/16/22Amelia Earhart: Pioneering Feminist  - Udvar-Hazy Center, Chan...
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Blog Post Northern VA Weekend Events 5/13 - 5/15
By Fred Westerlund - Monday, May 9, 2022

Northern VA Weekend Events 5/13 - 5/15

Here’s a look at what’s happening in our area this coming weekend. As of now, the weather report is calling for rain so check the links for cancellations.Friday 5/13/22Herndon Friday Night – Town Green, Herndon, 6:30pm – 10pm. FREE outdoor concert. This we...
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