Archive for July, 2007
Testing 1..2……P5000
July 28th, 2007 Categories: The Road Less Taken
I purchased a new digital camera yesterday and took some practice pics of my marigolds.
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Why It’s Important For Your Loan Officer to Attend Your Closing.
July 26th, 2007 Categories: Buyers, Mortgages & Loans
I had a closing today with two clients Iâ
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You May Qualify To Save $600 on Your Arlington County Property Taxes
July 25th, 2007 Categories: Around Arlington County, Local Real Esate Sales Numbers & Things, Real Estate News
The Arlington County Board is continuing its Grant Programs for another year- saving certain property owners some money on their annual property taxes. There are two different programs and you may qualify for either one but not both.
With the recent raise in property taxes over the past 5 years, this is a great program for those who qualify.
The Homeowner Grant Program
The Homeowner Grant Program provides a $600 grant plus $75 for each dependent if you qualify. Homeowners are eligible if:
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- Combined household income does not exceed $77,407
- Assets do not exceed $340,000 (doe not include your home & retirement accounts)
- All owners reside in the home as their sole residence, and
- They own and live in their Arlington home as of December 31st 2006.
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The Tax grant is not automatic and you have to apply by filing an application by DECEMBER 31, 2007.
The Real Estate Tax Relief Program
The Real Estate Tax Relief Program reduces or eliminates payment of real estate taxes for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Homeowners may qualify if:
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All homeowners (excluding spouse) are 65 or older or permanently disabled
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Household income does not exceed $95,515
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Assets do not exceed $540,000 (doe not include your home)
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All owners reside in the home as their sole residence, and
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They own and live in their Arlington home as of December 31st, 1006.
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The tax relief is also not automatic and you must apply by filing an application by AUGUST 15, 2007.
For more information, you can contact Arlingtonâ
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Shirlington Village: Premier Address NOT on the Orange Line
July 23rd, 2007 Categories: Arlington Urban Villages, Around Arlington County, Buyers, Condos, Neighborhoods, Shirlington
Living on metroâ
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Frequently Asked Question #1: What is the difference between a Condominimum & a Townhouse?
July 22nd, 2007 Categories: Buyers, Condos, Frequently Asked Questions, Real Estate News
Condominium is a type of ownership while a townhouse is a type of architecture.All around Arlington & Alexandria many of the townhouses are condo ownership. Park Fairfax, Fairlington, Windgate & Arlington Village are good examples of townhouse communities that are also condos.
Condo Ownership
Condominium is a type of ownership where you own â
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Selling Your Home in Virginia Is Going To Get More Expensive
July 16th, 2007 Categories: Commuting, Local Real Esate Sales Numbers & Things, Real Estate News, Sellers
Last week the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) voted to increase seven taxes in Northern Virginia to raise $300 million in tax revenues for local transportation projects.
The most important tax for residents selling their home is an increase in the Grantorâ
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It’s Summertime – Come Watch a Free Outdoor Movie at Shirlington
July 10th, 2007 Categories: Blue Plate Specials, Shirlington
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Bike Arlington- 2007 Bike Maps Available from Arlington County- FREE
July 7th, 2007 Categories: Around Arlington County, Commuting, Going Green, The Native Tourist, The Road Less Taken
Arlington County issued its new 2007 edition of the countyâ
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Six GREAT Places In & Around Arlington Where The Tourists Never Go
July 6th, 2007 Categories: Around Arlington County, Around the City of Alexandria, The Native Tourist, The Road Less Taken
After 20 years of living in DC, Iâ
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