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2008
I couldn't believe it when I saw it on CNN last night. Virginia had been RED in all the years I can recall since I've been voting. But in this race, CNN had Virginia as YELLOW (too close to call). Exciting! My state's in play...the phone is ringing off the hook. I LOVE chaos!!! But the ultra...
10/30/2008
Chris Ann Cleland | Long & Foster | 703-402-0037 10213 Broadsword Drive, Bristow, VA Pre-Foreclosure Sale in Braemar!! Interested buyers must act FAST!! 4BR/3.5BA Single Family House offered at $409,000 Year Built 2004 Sq Footage 3,732 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 3 Parking 2 Ca...
10/29/2008
One year ago I took a short sale listing in a very targeted neighborhood; a 55+ community. I knew it wouldn't be easy to find a buyer. It wasn't. Many price reductions (we were competing with the on-going new construction), we finally got a buyer to submit a very reasonable offer in late May o...
10/28/2008
Prince William County residents can vote early, in person, through November 1st. Long lines are anticpated throughout the County, so voting early will guarantee your ballot is cast. There are three locations that are serving the entire County, and each has different hours. Manassas Office/PWC V...
10/28/2008
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Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters and Parents There is safety in numbers. I often see parents traveling in groups with their children. That way you can have multiple adult eyes on little ones. If you are a young adult, rule #1 still applies. Travel with a few friends. Take a flashlight for poo...
10/27/2008
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I have had more than my share of disappointment from the Ruby Tuesday restaurant chain. I live closest to the Gainesville location, and not too far from the Manassas location. Since these are close, I go there when I want a rather guilt-free meal out (I love a salad bar). However, I always end...
10/25/2008
Ah, the Golden Rule. The simplest and best way to live. It shouldn't just apply to people. It should apply to other people's property too. As Realtors, we are often reminded of how little regard others give to our listings. From not taking shoes off, to leaving doors unlocked. It has been a ...
10/23/2008
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Long & Foster's Gainesville Office is hosting a flu shot clinic on Thursday, November 6th, 12pm-2:30pm. The cost for a shot is $25 and will be collected in the form of cash or check only. Call 571-261-1400 to reserve your space, or walk in the same day. The Long & Foster Gainesville Office is ...
10/22/2008
Braemar's residents are on edge since an attempted child abduction earlier this month, and a very specific, and targeted crime that happened just weeks later. It is important to note, that no one was hurt during either of these episodes, and that they were not break-ins. However, given the rou...
10/22/2008
I was awakened this morning by my phone rining at 6am. A neighbor called to see if I knew why many police cars were combing our streets. Everyone around this neighborhood is on high alert since an attempted child abduction in the neighborhood earlier this month. Working from home, I don't wake ...
10/22/2008
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