McLean Home Review

Avoid Foreclosure Rescue Scams

15. February 2010

A record high 2.8 mllion properties were hit with foreclosure notices in 2009, putting even more Americans at risk of facing foreclosure rescue scams. Homeowners who fall behind on mortgage payments need to tread carefully when seeking assistance, since foreclosure rescue scams come in many guises. A day spent researchng legitimate options, from a mortgage [...]

Will Your Listing Agent Have A True Marketing Plan Designed for Your Property?

5. February 2010

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Let’s face it, any agent can order the sign and put your home in the Multiple Listing Service. But do they really have a unique marketing strategy for your particular home? Are they up on the market? I am going to be “self serving” here, but my staff and I do. Once I personally meet with [...]

Now Listed For $949,900 A Great Value!

15. January 2010

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Prestigious EVERMAY! Originally priced at $1,197,500 at $949,900 they have finally hit the mark! This 4 BR home is in excellent.condition. This home has had only one owner, and has been refurbished and redecorated. This all brick home is situated on a cul-de-sac. It boasts a large and bright family room with vaulted ceiling off [...]

This Luxury 7BR Home is Now Just $4,600,000

8. January 2010

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This Magnificent Property has just been reduced from a list price of $6,000,000 (original list price was $7,450,000 and was originally purchased in 1999 for $3,230,000). This Home is located in one of the Nation’s most premier neighborhoods, Langley Farms! This stunning residence offers elegance and uncompromised details throughout. The Kitchen has been designed for [...]

Results Matter

7. January 2010

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Results Matter In the second half of 2008, McEnearney Associates sold the properties we marketed in less time and for a higher percentage of the original listed price. (By the way, we started tracking this performance in Northern Virginia in 1999, and we have sold our listings in less time and closer to list price in [...]

How To Watch You Home’s Expenses This Winter

7. January 2010

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Are energy costs getting you down?? Here are a few ways you can save energy and money! Install a Setback Thermostat – To save about 20-30% on your cooling & heating bill per year you can install a setback thermostat to control the temperature in your home for any given time. Repair a Run-on Toilet – A [...]

Contemporary In Franklin Park for $849,9000

7. January 2010

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Who doesn’t love Franklin Park! The homes are eclectic and it is right near DC and Arlington. This Contemporary Brock home has just been listed. It has 4 bedrooms and 3-1/2 baths and situated on nearly 1/3 of an acre. . There is a dramatic 2 story foyer with Bridge overlook. A wooded paradise. Built [...]

The U.S. Market

4. December 2009

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Pending home sales have climbed for nine months in a row, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Based on contracts signed in October and undoubtedly propelled by the then-expiring tax credit (now extended), the Pending Home Sales Index increased 3.7 percent in September, 31.8 percent above October of 2008. The rise from a [...]

Chinese Drywall Is Emitting Acid Fumes

4. December 2009

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Federal regulators said there is a “strong association” between chemicals emitted by Chinese drywall and metals corrosion, reports the Wall Street Journal. The finding could pave the way for the government to help homeowners facing billions of dollars in repair bills. But who will pay for the damages remains unclear. The Consumer Product Safety Commission [...]

Buying Land In McLean

4. December 2009

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Here are the stats for all Active listings for land in McLean (22101 and 22102): Status: ACTIVE (45) ListPrice PriorPrice OriglPrice Acres Lot Sqft DOMM DOMP Min $450,000 $528,525 $595,000 0 10,960 0 1 Max $17,500,000 $19,995,000 $25,000,000 13 565,430 1,509 1,509 Avg $1,603,953 $2,233,214 $1,835,850 2 75,618 238 277 Click the following URL to see the listings: http://mrislistings.mris.com/Matrix/Public/Portal.aspx?k=1818583X86CE&p=DE-96173617-901 For additional information such as scheduling an appointment or receiving the plat, please contact me: Frederica “Freddy” Barney, Realtor Specialist – Fine Residential Properties McEnearney Associates freddy@freddybarney.com www.freddybarney.com (703) 629-9211