Believe it or not, Labor Day is just around the corner, marking the unofficial end of summer.

Whether you have plans to travel, host family and friends, or just want to decompress amid the back-to-school chaos, get your home professionally cleaned ahead of the three-day respite.


This regularly scheduled sponsored Q&A column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. Please submit your questions to him via email for response in future columns. Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Ask Eli, Live With Jean playlist. Enjoy!

Question: Do you have an update on the smoking ban bill you wrote about earlier this year?


Participate in a study about our transportation network and receive up to $100.* Simply install a device in your vehicle and drive like you normally do.

With changes in our vehicles and how we drive, there are challenges to building up a steady fund to invest in roads and improve transit — the things we rely on to stay connected and keep our economy strong.


Over the past few months, 250+ Arlingtonians have joined the 2021 Solar and EV Charger Co-op. More than 40 families have already signed contracts to install solar and/or EV chargers. In the 5+ years of our co-op, we have never seen interest this strong.

Thank you, Arlington, for your interest and action to address the climate crisis.


Here’s your chance to find out how to avoid costly mistakes when building a new home. Learn everything you need to know about new construction homes from the most successful agents on the top-selling real estate team in the D.C. metro area.

Lauren Longshore, one of Keri Shull Team’s experienced Buyer Success Agents, has extensive experience with new construction homes and is leading this seminar at the Keri Shull Team office in Rosslyn.


This sponsored column is by James Montana, Esq., Doran Shemin, Esq. and Laura Lorenzo, Esq., practicing attorneys at Steelyard LLC, an immigration-focused law firm located in Arlington, Virginia. The legal information given here is general in nature. If you want legal advice, contact James for an appointment.

The Biden Administration has proposed a major reform to the U.S. asylum system. As always, here at Statutes of Liberty, we’re here to give you both sides of the question.


This article was written by Adam Henry, CEcD, Business Development Manager for Arlington Economic Development.

Earlier this year, Arlington Economic Development launched its monthly TechConnect Profile series to highlight companies in our technology startup ecosystem.


Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!

Please note: While Arlington Realty, Inc. provides this information for the community, it may not be the listing company of these homes.


You will love this updated Arlington Forest colonial on a quiet tree-lined street with a detached garage just steps away from the W&OD Trail. An inviting screened porch has a back door to the backyard. The inviting red door takes you into the spacious living room.

The wall was removed between the kitchen and dining room to create a more open space. Upstairs is the typical three-bedroom floor plan with a remodeled bathroom. On the lower level, you have a rec room with carpeting, recessed lighting and custom built-ins on the front wall. There is a storage work room, full bath and utility/laundry room.


This regularly scheduled sponsored Q&A column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. Please submit your questions to him via email for response in future columns. Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Ask Eli, Live With Jean playlist. Enjoy!

Question: Is the housing market slowing down?


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