tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68143225455809258952024-03-05T09:58:10.101-05:00Preferred Realty PartnersMichele Mamo's Preferred Realty Partners Team with Keller Williams Realty in Chantilly Virginia.
40+ years combined Real Estate experience!Preferred Realty Partnershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072910294988994219noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-40507165592668799672016-04-25T16:09:00.000-04:002016-04-25T16:09:02.650-04:00The Best Apps for Homebuyers
Technology has made a huge impact on the process of buying and selling real estate, and it continues to evolve and shape our experience differently each day. For some homebuyers, it may be easier to rely on your local Realtor® to guide you through the steps from searching for homes to writing an offer to closing on that perfect new house, but many will want to take advantage of the Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0South Riding, VA 20152, USA38.9209446 -77.50387949999998213.398910099999998 -118.81247349999998 64.4429791 -36.195285499999983tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-4009769241448639552016-04-11T16:40:00.000-04:002016-04-11T16:40:03.661-04:00How the Appraisal Impacts Your Home Sale
Market value, appraisal value, what does it all mean? How do these numbers impact your home sale? The short answer is that the market value determines the price at which you list your home. This is the price that a buyer is willing to pay for your home in the current real estate market conditions. Your local Realtor will be able to assist in pricing your home to sell quickly.
The Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0South Riding, VA 20152, USA38.9209446 -77.50387949999998213.398910099999998 -118.81247349999998 64.4429791 -36.195285499999983tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-17318052723060421772016-04-04T16:55:00.000-04:002016-04-04T16:55:08.599-04:00Northern Virginia Real Estate Market Update - 1st Quarter 2016
For anyone who has been actively buying or selling real estate in Northern Virginia so far in 2016, it has been a wild ride. $2.3 billion in real estate was sold since January 1. Over the last few months, most of our listings have been selling in less than two weeks-- some in only a few days. That means our sellers are getting multiple offers and buyers are having to make quick decisions about Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0South Riding, VA 20152, USA38.9209446 -77.50387949999998213.398910099999998 -118.81247349999998 64.4429791 -36.195285499999983tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-43537702520969579832016-03-21T18:31:00.000-04:002016-03-21T18:31:01.365-04:00How to Write an Offer
You've met with a Realtor, you've viewed the best homes on the market, and you found the one. Now you have to write a great offer to entice the seller to work with you. In a buyer's market, you may have more flexibility, but right now in South Riding VA, the sellers have the advantage. A combination of low inventory and high demand means well-priced homes in the area are going fast, so you have Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0South Riding, VA 20152, USA38.9209446 -77.50387949999998238.8220856 -77.66524099999998 39.019803599999996 -77.342517999999984tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-40597001724734695382016-03-07T16:56:00.000-05:002016-03-07T16:56:08.818-05:005 Unusual Items to Advertise When Selling Your Home
The great thing about homes are that every single one is unique. When you prepare to sell your home, the best things to focus on are the standout features of your individual residence. Of course buyers want to know about the kitchen, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces at a minimum, but there are some less obvious items that should not be overlooked when advertising your home to sell. See if your homeUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0Chantilly, VA 20152, USA38.9091011 -77.52754629999998338.8102421 -77.688907799999981 39.0079601 -77.366184799999985tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-71372847921096182392016-02-29T16:25:00.000-05:002016-02-29T16:25:03.352-05:00Mortgages With Low Down Payments
Most of the news about the housing market has been good in recent months; we are recovered and moving on up. That's good news for buyers and sellers, but we are now seeing more buyers entering the real estate market than before the crash. At first the market recovery was almost too quick for many buyers; prices were rising fast, but we now see a steadier market with better affordability. The Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Chantilly, VA 20152, USA38.9091011 -77.52754629999998338.8102421 -77.688907799999981 39.0079601 -77.366184799999985tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-73596717467497208652016-02-22T16:45:00.000-05:002016-02-22T16:45:10.996-05:00The Cost of Selling Your Home
Everyone knows about closing costs, but what are they really? Can we estimate the cost of settlement before we even get the home on the market? The answer is YES. As part of the listing presentation, your Realtor should introduce you to this topic and give you a general idea of the costs involved in selling your home. Make sure that your agent not only educates you about the price at Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Chantilly, VA, USA38.8942786 -77.431099238.7953896 -77.5924607 38.9931676 -77.269737700000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-2687622273650607482016-02-15T17:38:00.000-05:002016-02-15T17:38:00.811-05:005 Ways to Protect Your Finances When Buying a Home
The search for your next home is always exciting, but it can often be filled with traps and pitfalls if you are not careful. Below you'll find 5 great ways to protect yourself in your next home purchase. Don't be a statistic; do your due diligence and get settled in a home that you can afford comfortably.
1. Be cautious about distressed properties
Many buyers seek out short sale homes or Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0South Riding, VA 20152, USA38.9209446 -77.50387949999998238.7229521 -77.826602999999977 39.1189371 -77.181155999999987tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-25410140889520016172016-02-08T15:27:00.000-05:002016-02-11T15:28:39.420-05:00New Listing: 42546 Longacre Drive
Preferred Realty Partners is proud to present an absolutely stunning Ryan Homes Courtland Model in South Riding's Cedar Hunt. Enjoy over 5000 finished square feet of living area!
The Gourmet Kitchen features upgrades including an extended island, morning room, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.
The 4-foot Family Room Bump-out gives plenty of space to relax with Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Chantilly, VA, USA38.8942786 -77.431099238.7953896 -77.5924607 38.9931676 -77.269737700000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-76321561482984264362016-02-01T15:21:00.000-05:002016-02-11T15:24:36.068-05:00Northern Virginia Real Estate Market Update – January 2016
Between Snowzilla 2016 and the aftermath of the holiday season, January 2016 was a relatively slow month for Northern Virginia real estate. Just under $700 billion in real estate was sold in Fairfax County VA, Loudoun County VA, and Prince William County VA combined compared to over $1 billion in December 2015. Keep reading for the details of each county.
4078 Clovet Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Chantilly, VA, USA38.8942786 -77.431099238.7953896 -77.5924607 38.9931676 -77.269737700000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-66754051976090238292016-01-25T16:03:00.000-05:002016-01-25T16:03:00.198-05:005 Tips for Selling a Northern Virginia Home in Winter
Many people say that spring and summer are the best times to sell a home. While each season has its advantages and disadvantages, winter is actually a great time to sell your home in Northern Virginia. Keep reading to get tips and advice to make your home stand out and get it sold for the best value in winter.
1. Dress up the front of your house to make it feel warm Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-58374310925019782762016-01-18T14:44:00.000-05:002016-01-18T14:44:09.558-05:00Local 5K Races to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions Strong
Many of us made lofty resolutions for 2016, and statistically, we are reaching the point where we want to modify those goals and take an easier road. That doesn't have to be the case for us in Northern Virginia! We are lucky to live in an area with plenty of gyms, workout groups, yoga studios, martial arts schools, dance classes, hiking trails, swimming pools, and on and on. One of theUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0Chantilly, VA, USA38.8942786 -77.431099238.7953896 -77.5924607 38.9931676 -77.269737700000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-6406512872419607492016-01-11T16:03:00.000-05:002016-01-11T16:03:01.606-05:00New Listing: 2850 Bradley Acres Court
Located in desirable Bradley Acres in Herndon VA, our latest listing has been meticulously maintained and is ready for its next owner. This home has a new roof, new windows, and new siding. The owners cut their energy bill in half with these upgrades!
The carpeting is like-new throughout the house. It is plush and clean and only a few years old.
Neutral paint colors mean this home is Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Herndon, VA, USA38.9695545 -77.38609759999997138.920174 -77.466778599999969 39.018935 -77.305416599999973tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-18193860531960425392015-12-28T15:42:00.000-05:002015-12-28T15:42:03.523-05:00DIY Guide to Decluttering Your Northern Virginia Home
The new year causes many of us to reflect on the previous year and set goals to improve. For some, they decide to go to the gym more often or eat better. Others set work or professional goals to achieve.
This post is for the people who want to take back their homes from the clutter in the new year. Clutter often builds up slowly over time until you look around and wonder how it all got there. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-43772718855076066952015-12-21T17:30:00.000-05:002015-12-28T11:42:30.659-05:005 Reasons to Buy a Home in Northern Virginia before the New Year
The New Year is approaching quickly, but there's still time for you to find your dream home in Northern Virginia this year. Many buyers take time off at the holidays if they haven't found a home, so for the serious buyer, it is an ideal time to ramp up the home search. Here are 5 reasons why you should buy a home in Northern Virginia before January:
#1: Competition is low
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-53393484710852235932015-11-30T13:32:00.000-05:002015-12-07T13:00:15.346-05:008 Reasons to Stage Your Home for Sale [Before and After Photos]When you decide to sell your home, you are making a huge change in your life. Most likely, you are selling your largest investment, so it is vital that you take the necessary steps to get the best value for your home.
Hiring a great Realtor is the first step, but not the only thing you can do to get your home sold. Hiring a professional home stager can greatly increase the value that buyers findUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-1083012547693078692015-11-16T19:01:00.000-05:002015-11-17T09:26:10.367-05:00Sell Your Home Quickly with Preferred Realty Partners! Here's the ProofIf you are planning to sell your home, the most important thing you can do is choose a great Realtor. In 2015, Preferred Realty Partners has helped dozens of families to buy and sell their homes.
Below you'll find the homes that we sold in 2 weeks or less for 99% of list price overall. The average listing price to sale price ratio is closer to 96% in our area.
$525,500 - SOLD in 1 Day
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-78764852610322583452015-10-16T13:16:00.003-04:002015-10-16T13:28:03.568-04:00Spacious Townhome Condo is Move-in Ready
20370 Hawick Terrace, Sterling VA 20165
Beautiful 3-bedroom condo townhome is ready for you! Enjoy the outdoors on all three levels: a ground level patio, a balcony off the eat-in kitchen, and a private balcony off the master suite!
Brick-front Townhouse Condo
The 2-car garage shares space with the large recreation room on the lower level, and the gas fireplace will keep you warmUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0Lowes Island, VA, USA39.05125184346651 -77.34509110450744639.050481343466508 -77.346351604507447 39.052022343466511 -77.343830604507446tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-7594814798353030312015-09-27T05:30:00.000-04:002015-09-26T21:42:00.244-04:00Two Open Houses for You Today
13109 Pennypacker Lane, Fairfax VA 22033
Beautifully updated single family home in Greenbriar! NEW windows installed in 2011 and HVAC replaced in 2013! Large kitchen features ceramic floors, granite countertops, maple cabinets, and NEW stainless steel appliances. Walk out the sliding door into the huge fenced back yard. Separate Laundry Room on main level. Master suite includes two walk-in Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-77316796284556543932015-09-21T14:34:00.000-04:002015-09-21T14:34:12.875-04:00New Home for Sale in the Ridings at Blue Spring
25767 Rawley Springs Drive, Chantilly VA
Classic Brick Exterior with a 2-car garage
Live in luxury at the Ridings at Blue Spring! Preferred Realty Partners of Keller Williams Realty has just listed this amazing brick-front home that has over 5,000 square feet of finished space. The classic exterior includes a 2-car garage and beautiful landscaping. The neighborhood is quiet and thereUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-5771494175893388892014-01-13T13:01:00.002-05:002014-01-13T13:01:16.890-05:00Lake Manassas house for RentWe've just listed this beautiful single family home in Lake Manassas for rent. Here are some key features:
$2900 a month
Main level master suite
Three bedrooms, two baths upstairs one is a princess suite
2 car garage
Backs to golf course
Neutral decor throughout, mostly hardwoods
Gourmet kitchen with Granite & stainless appliances
8158 Snead Loop, Gainesville, VA 20155
Click here forTiffany Fordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00625188515331804414noreply@blogger.com08158 Snead Loop, Gainesville, VA 20155, USA38.782343 -77.65167199999996213.797846499999999 -118.96026599999996 63.766839499999996 -36.343077999999963tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-2686069929620121352014-01-03T06:00:00.000-05:002014-01-03T06:00:08.339-05:00Surviving Financial HardshipAfter the Real Estate bubble in the Washington, D.C. Area in 2004 and 2005 many homeowners found themselves upside-down in their properties. Since that time we've been working with Sellers who are in financial hardship, helping them find the best possible solution to what can seem like an insurmountable problem.
Many of the people we have worked with have had family illness, loss of income or Tiffany Fordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00625188515331804414noreply@blogger.com0Reston, VA, USA38.873928539236289 -77.35473632812538.873928539236289 -77.354736328125 38.873928539236289 -77.354736328125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-45254880780431432102013-12-31T18:00:00.000-05:002014-01-02T13:55:47.552-05:00Leesburg Townhouse for Sale!Today we listed this little gem in Leesburg's Potomac Station. Located at 43064 Sherbrooke Terrace, this interior townhouse features hardwood floors, neutral paint and 3 finished levels. Three Bedrooms, two full baths upstairs plus a powder room on the main level and a full bath in the lower level.
43064 Sherbrooke Terrace, Leesburg
Beautiful brick front townhome in delightful Potomac StationTiffany Fordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00625188515331804414noreply@blogger.com0Catoctin, VA, USA39.097145296693633 -77.5112915039062539.095604796693635 -77.51381300390625 39.09868579669363 -77.50877000390625tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-86278431780892489382013-12-13T16:36:00.002-05:002013-12-31T17:41:41.958-05:00End Townhouse in Aldie Coming Soon!PRESENTING our fabulous new listing scheduled to hit the market December 27th in lovely Aldie, Virginia! This townhouse is like NEW, built in 2011 it practically IS New with loads of gorgeous updates & upgrades!!
Prairie Fire Square
The kitchen has awesome custom built-in cabinets to increase storage space! You'll love the open floor-plan, 3 level bump-out and hardwood floors! Tiffany Fordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00625188515331804414noreply@blogger.com0Prairie Fire Square, Aldie, VA 20105, USA38.9216253 -77.56047790000002438.918536800000005 -77.565520400000025 38.9247138 -77.555435400000022tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6814322545580925895.post-81961845800937016212013-08-23T23:25:00.003-04:002013-08-23T23:25:29.173-04:00Looking for a great Investment opportunity?This Lake Ridge Virginia Single Family Home is LOADED with potential. Great floor-plan with a Sunroom off the kitchen new carpet and all new kitchen appliances. Kitchen opens to Sunroom with skylights. Four bedrooms up and 2 full baths plus a fully finished lower level with legal bedroom and full bath.
Beautiful Brick Front w/1 car garage
Kitchen is open to Sunroom, all new Stainless Tiffany Fordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00625188515331804414noreply@blogger.com0Lake Ridge, VA, USA38.687894000000007 -77.29776179999998938.638316500000009 -77.378442799999988 38.737471500000005 -77.217080799999991