Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Each year, we see an understandable downtick in the number of listings and “Just Reduced” activity surrounding Christmas and New Year’s.

Well, we’re now through the holiday lull, folks. Within the last week, we’ve seen a 10 percent uptick in active listings.

So, let’s find you the home of your dreams, why don’t we?

It’s an interesting time of year for a home search. There can be weather to combat (as we’ve certainly experienced lately!), we’re in the middle of the school year and there generally aren’t as many options as the spring or summertime. But there is still some stellar inventory available, some of which may be right up your alley… and at a stellar price.

When you’re ready to explore your options and get the most bang for your buck, our team is ready to help you GET MORE out of your transaction.

As of January 14, there are 100 detached homes, 15 townhouses and 101 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 9 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week:

• 2127 N. Scott Street, 22209 — NOW: $1,349,900 (Reduced: $27,600 on 1/11)
• 5806 Arlington Boulevard, 22204 — NOW: $1,125,000 (Reduced: $24,999 on 1/11)
• 3809 37th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,050,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 1/10)
• 1531 12th Street S., 22204 — NOW: $900,000 (Reduced: $34,500 on 1/9)
• 1138 N. Vernon Street, 22201 — NOW: $889,900 (Reduced: $10,000 on 1/7)
• 4736 Old Dominion Drive, 22207 — NOW: $825,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 1/14)
• 1245 Pierce Street N. #8, 22209 — NOW: $800,000 (Reduced: $15,000 on 1/13)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

How’d your friends and relatives do on their holiday shopping for you?

Hopefully you’re happy.

And, if you asked for some items for your home, hopefully your home is feeling jolly too.

If there are still some home-related items left on your early 2019 wish list, now is a wonderful time to pick up select items. Just think, all of the stores that were trying to clear out massive amounts of inventory during the holidays… likely have massive amounts of inventory to now clear out at stellar discounts.

Some of my go-tos this time of year are electronics, holiday décor (save it and use it for next season) and a curveball here… fitness items! If you’re looking to build up a home gym, think of all the fitness inventory that may be sitting on local shelves because folks opted for a gym membership instead of weights for their New Year’s resolution.

Before you load up a home with new goods, you need a home first. And, when you’re ready to GET MORE out of your transaction, our team is always ready to help you get the most bang for your buck.

As of January 9, there are 92 detached homes, 10 townhouses and 96 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 10 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week:

• 1103 N. Fillmore Street, 22201 — NOW: $1,120,000 (Reduced: $30,000 on 1/2)
• 4445 20th Road N., 22207 — NOW: $829,950 (Reduced: $20,049 on 1/3)
• 1729 N. Wakefield Street, 22207 — NOW: $799,000 (Reduced: $20,900 on 1/4)
• 1245 N. Vernon Street, 22201 — NOW: $749,900 (Reduced: $45,100 on 1/2)
• 1805 S. Crystal Drive #613S, 22202 — NOW: $710,000 (Reduced: $40,000 on 1/4)
• 3912 6th Street S., 22204 — NOW: $699,985 (Reduced: $55,865 on 1/4)
• 1804 N. Lee Highway #92, 22201 — NOW: $289,900 (Reduced: $2,100 on 1/4)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

We’re kicking off 2019 with an unprecedented moment here for the Just Reduced column.

During the past week, only one home in all of Arlington County experienced a price reduction.

Yes, you read that correctly… one home!

Clearly, rather than prioritizing a price reduction, folks were partying too hard on NYE. And, then recovering with a lengthy brunch on New Year’s Day? Or, perhaps, they were returning all of those heinous sweaters from Aunt Gladys? Or, maybe, they just had too many presents to open in general? Who knows.

On top of it being an understandably slow week in the real estate realm, perhaps this week’s figure is that much more proof of the “Amazon Effect”. And, maybe this is a sign of the times ahead?

There is no undermining the momentum our market has going into 2019. And with projections of an increase in median sales prices and dip in inventory, there has never been a more important time to figure out your unique situation.

When you’re ready to chat through your options, we’re ready to help you GET MORE out of your decision.

In the meantime, Happy New Year and enjoy sifting through our massive list of Just Reduced properties this week (*sarcasm*).

As of January 2, there are 94 detached homes, 8 townhouses and 90 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, only one home experienced a price reduction in the past week:

• 900 North Taylor Street #1929, 22203 — NOW: $429,000 (Reduced: $20,500 on 12/31)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Welcome to the last Just Reduced of the year.

Surely, like many aspects of your life, now is a wonderful time to reflect on your personal real estate happenings throughout 2018.

How are you feeling about everything?

For some, it was an active year — exploring new properties and, perhaps, ultimately signing on the dotted line for a new home. If that’s the case, congrats! For many, it was a year of holding on to what you already have… perhaps with an improvement or two. Kudos to you as well.

And, for some, perhaps it was a year with a real estate regret or two. Maybe, just maybe, you didn’t accomplish your real estate goals or had a missed opportunity. To these folks, keep your chin up and let’s get ready to roll in the new year.

Our market is thriving and surely there is an opportunity out there (or that will arise soon) for you. When you’re ready to chat, our team is, too. Let’s GET MORE out of your transaction in 2019.

Happy New Year!

As of December 27, there are 115 detached homes, 8 townhouses and 111 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 10 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 856 N. Harrison Street, 22205 — NOW: $2,250,000 (Reduced: $100,000 on 12/18)
• 2843 N. Rochester Street, 22213 — NOW: $1,675,000 (Reduced: $24,900 on 12/19)
• 4100 40th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,449,900 (Reduced: $50,000 on 12/19)
• 4515 39th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,164,000 (Reduced: $12,000 on 12/19)
• 4107 N. Randolph Street, 22207 — NOW: $949,900 (Reduced: $40,000 on 12/14)
• 1805 S. Crystal Drive #613S, 22202 — NOW: $750,000 (Reduced: $49,000 on 12/19)
• 1021 N. Garfield Street #236, 22201 — NOW: $570,000 (Reduced: $15,000 on 12/19)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

It’s our last Just Reduced before Christmas. So, on behalf of our team and families, wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and happy holidays!

Hopefully you’ve been good this year and there are many gifts in store.

And, speaking of gifts, our real estate market continues to be quite the treat. Some recent figures from the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors show a 96 percent increase in home closings, comparing November 2017 to November 2018.

Surely the announcement of Amazon’s forthcoming HQ2 had something to do with this impressive jump. But, having an award-winning public school system, low unemployment rates, seamless access to our nation’s capital and incredible community amenities surely doesn’t hurt either.

When you’re ready to call Arlington home, our team is ready to help you GET MORE out of your transaction. Until then, here’s to enjoying the holidays!

As of December 17, there are 129 detached homes, 11 townhouses and 112 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 8 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 4525 35th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,499,900 (Reduced: $70,000 on 12/13)
• 4117 27th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,199,900 (Reduced: $50,100 on 12/12)
• 5806 S. Arlington Boulevard, 22204 — NOW: $1,149,999 (Reduced: $49,001 on 12/15)
• 4107 N. Randolph Street, 22207 — NOW: $949,900 (Reduced: $40,000 on 12/14)
• 1800 N. Quantico Street, 22205 — NOW: $949,000 (Reduced: $30,000 on 12/15)
• 510 N. Frederick Street, 22203 — NOW: $600,000 (Reduced: $89,000 on 12/11)
• 2432 S. Culpeper Street, 22206 — NOW: $479,900 (Reduced: $20,000 on 12/12)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Virginia means business.

According to Forbes’ prestigious Best States for Business annual rankings, the Commonwealth is the No. 4 state in the country based on a variety of criteria, including economic climate, labor supply and business costs. We moved up a spot from our 2017 ranking of No. 5.

A couple of interesting nuggets within these rankings, Virginia ranked No. 1 in the regulatory environment ranking and No.1 for quality of life. Taking one look around Arlington County, with easy access to a number of heavy-hitting corporations as well as community amenities galore, it’s easy to see how and why Virginia is a must for businesses.

When you’re ready to explore the business and residential landscape in and beyond Arlington County, our team is here to help you GET MORE out of your transaction. With the pending arrival of Amazon’s HQ2, among a number of other stellar businesses, there’s never been a better time to call Virginia home.

As of December 11, there are 134 detached homes, 21 townhouses and 120 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 17 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 4525 35th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,569,900 (Reduced: $79,100 on 12/6)
• 1956 N. Vermont Street, 22207 — NOW: $1,465,000 (Reduced: $20,000 on 12/7)
• 2127 N. Scott Street, 22209 — NOW: $1,397,500 (Reduced: $52,500 on 12/5)
• 1881 N. Nash Street #1504, 22209 — NOW: $1,050,000 (Reduced: $99,900 on 12/6)
• 2702 N. Lee Highway #3B, 22201 — NOW: $789,000 (Reduced: $21,000 on 12/9)
• 2005 20th Road N., 22201 — NOW: $630,000 (Reduced: $20,000 on 12/6)
• 1001 N. Vermont Street #101, 22201 — NOW: $395,000 (Reduced: $4,999 on 12/7)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Well, here we are… in the middle of another roller coaster Virginia winter.

It was in the 60’s on Monday and it looks like Old Man Winter is here to stay for a bit, keeping us in the low 40’s for a bit. By now, hopefully your home is totally winter-ready. After all, we’ve been providing you with helpful tips for months now!

If you’ve procrastinated, there are still a few things you can do to weather (pun intended!) these frigid temps.

First, how’s that air filter looking? At a minimum, you should be changing it every 90 days. If you have a pet, make that 60 days. Diving deeper, how is your home’s insulation looking? If there are signs of deterioration in your attic (or wherever it may be), it may be time to hit the hardware store for some fiberglass batts.

And, finally, can you feel the wind coming in under your doors, windows, or any other outdoor gateway? That should not be happening, and your dough is literally flying out the door. Let’s get that fixed, eh?

As always, we’re here to help you GET MORE out of life here in Arlington County. And, when you’re ready to buy or sell, we’re ready to roll, too.

As of December 3, there are 148 detached homes, 25 townhouses and 159 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 12 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 2001 15th Street N. #1004, 22201 — NOW: $2,149,000 (Reduced: $76,000 on 11/30)
• 50 N. Fenwick Street, 22201 — NOW: $1,259,000 (Reduced: $40,999 on 11/30)
• 3700 38th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,240,000 (Reduced: $60,000 on 11/29)
• 5404 23rd Street N., 22205 — NOW: $1,224,500 (Reduced: $5,100 on 11/29)
• 2220 S. Fairfax Drive #204, 22201 — NOW: $674,900 (Reduced: $25,000 on 11/29)
• 1012 N. George Mason Drive, 22205 — NOW: $660,000 (Reduced: $14,888 on 11/30)
• 3073 S. Buchanan Street #A1, 22206 — NOW: $429,900 (Reduced: $20,000 on 11/29)
  

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Don’t be fooled by our traffic or colonial buildings. Arlington County is a top-tier green community in the U.S.

According to a recent study by Commercial Café, Arlington County ranks No. 15 among the “Top 40 Sustainably Powered U.S. Cities.” The only other U.S. city on the East Coast to come ahead of us? Our neighbors in Washington, D.C., clocking in at No. 9.

Why is this important, you ask?

Well, beyond preserving our environment, it means quite a bit for locals. Compared to other cities, there are more energy options for everyday activities. There are also a number of electric vehicle charging stations.

And, as part of Commercial Café’s assessment, there is an abundance of biking and walking commuters, meaning we have top-notch transportation networks. As icing on the cake, Arlington ranked as No. 9 in the U.S. in terms of “U.S. Cities with the Largest Share of Green Buildings.”

In a nutshell: If sustainability and the environment are important to you, then you have options in Arlington County. And when you’re ready to explore those options, our team is ready to help you GET MORE out of your transaction.

As of November 26, there are 158 detached homes, 35 townhouses and 165 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 6 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 7 N. Ridgeview Road, 22207 — NOW: $2,450,000 (Reduced: $349,950 on 11/23)
• 4674 25th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $2,199,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 11/23)
• 4916 14th Street S., 22204 — NOW: $747,000 (Reduced: $2,000 on 11/21)
• 5006 S. Chesterfield Road, 22206 — NOW: $545,000 (Reduced: $15,000 on 11/24)
• 1941 S. Lowell Street, 22204 — NOW: $199,000 (Reduced: $353,000 on 11/23)
• 4600 S. Four Mile Run Drive #1130, 22204 — NOW: $199,000 (Reduced: $6,000 on 11/25)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

We hope your appetites are ready for tomorrow. But, before you dive into your massive Turkey Day feast, our team wanted to take a moment to wish you and yours a happy Thanksgiving!

We’re thankful for your readership, your engagement and your business here in Arlington County and beyond.

Beyond our gratitude to you, we collectively have so much to be thankful for here in our area. Our local economy is thriving, our schools are among the best in the nation, our outdoor amenities are world-class and there are so many promising things on the horizon, spanning new real estate projects to Amazon’s HQ2 arrival.

When you’re ready to chat real estate, our team is ready (and thankful!) for you — we’re always happy to help you GET MORE out of your transaction. But, for now, enjoy your holiday and the leftovers that may come with it. Cheers!

As of November 17, there are 181 detached homes, 44 townhouses and 197 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 17 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 1600 N. Clarendon Boulevard #W305, 22209 — NOW: $1,649,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 11/16)
• 4515 39th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,176,000 (Reduced: $22,000 on 11/16)
• 3804 14th Street N., 22201 — NOW: $998,000 (Reduced: $62,000 on 11/16)
• 104 N. Montague Street, 22203 — NOW: $769,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 11/17)
• 1201 N. Garfield Street #107, 22201 — NOW: $539,000 (Reduced: $14,000 on 11/14)
• 3073 S. Buchanan Street #A1 — NOW: $439,900 (Reduced: $20,000 on 11/15)
• 4600 Four Mile Run Drive #303, 22204 — NOW: $289,900 (Reduced: $10,000 on 11/16)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

The buzz has proven true.

And, no, we’re not talking about a coffee high or a late-afternoon happy hour here, folks. We’re talking about the now fact that our very own Crystal City was just selected as a location for Amazon’s HQ2.

This is a very big deal for our community, spanning employment, real estate and virtually every economic touchpoint. And, if we may say so — having done business in Crystal City for 20-plus years and having an office smack-dab in the middle of the hype — we are super-pumped to welcome some new folks to our friendly confines. In fact, CNBC recently visited our neighborhood and we talked to them about it!

There is a lot to think about on the real estate front. Do you sell soon? Do you buy now? And, if you’re a prospective Amazon employee in and around Crystal City, where in the world do you live?

Well, when it’s time to make a big-time decision in and around Crystal City, our team is ready to help you get more out of your transaction. Welcome, Amazon!

As of November 9, there are 195 detached homes, 49 townhouses and 218 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 45 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 1408 N. Meade Street, 22209 — NOW: $1,750,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 11/8)
• 2146 N. Pollard Street, 22207 — NOW: $1,658,750 (Reduced: $41,249 on 11/9)
• 103 S. Cleveland Street, 22201 — NOW: $1,374,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 11/7)
• 3900 N. Glebe Road, 22207 — NOW: $1,229,000 (Reduced: $16,000 on 11/9)
• 1933 S. Lorton Street, 22204 — NOW: $849,000 (Reduced: $25,900 on 11/6)
• 6359 12th Place N., 22205 — NOW: $735,000 (Reduced: $24,900 on 11/7)
• 1971 S. George Mason Drive, 22204 — NOW: $650,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 11/9)

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Black Friday is coming, folks.

By now you’ve likely seen some of the specials unveiled from your favorite retailers, with the usual gadgets and seasonal bargains topping your list for November 23 shopping.

Well, as it turns out, November is a great time for some home and real estate related bargains as well. So, as you shop for your loved ones, don’t forget about your home, too.

Number one on the list? Kitchen items. If you’re looking for small appliances or kitchen go-tos — from a new coffee pot to a griddle to a crock pot — November is the month to save some dough. Also, if you’re looking to make your home “smarter,” gadgets like Google Home and Amazon’s Alexa are typically heavily discounted throughout the month as well.

And, when you’re ready to get the most bang for your buck when buying a home, our team is ready to help you get more out of that big transaction, too.

As of November 5, there are 208 detached homes, 44 townhouses and 213 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 56 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 6513 36th Street N., 22213 — NOW: $1,725,000 (Reduced: $44,000 on 11/4)
• 4755 34th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,240,000 (Reduced: $35,000 on 11/5)
• 2402 N. Potomac Street, 22207 — NOW: $969,000 (Reduced: $20,000 on 11/2)
• 1320 N. Wayne Street #408, 22201 — NOW: $764,900 (Reduced: $10,000 on 11/2)
• 1200 N. Nash Street #830, 22209 — NOW: $619,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 11/3)
• 4106 36th Street S., 22206 — NOW: $479,900 (Reduced: $10,000 on 11/2)
• 1029 N. Stuart Street #114, 22201 — NOW: $344,000 (Reduced: $11,000 on 11/2)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

A happy and yummy Halloween to all of our readers out there. On this spooky holiday, may the chocolate (or whatever candy you like) flow your way.

Speaking of spooky, purchasing a home doesn’t have to be spooky at all. Sure, it can seem a bit daunting at times with a large amount of dough and important decisions involved. But, let’s make it a bit more stress-free.

A few quick tips for you:

Communicate Your Deadlines

If you want to move in by a specific date or have specific needs, let it be known. A time crunch can certainly add stress, but if you’ve communicated everything you need out of a transaction, the other parties involved should help you meet your goals.

Stay Flexible and Positive

With a mindset of “a curveball may come my way,” it’s a lot easier to handle any unexpected twists and turns during a transaction. Even if you or your team execute everything flawlessly, a lot can happen, folks!

Have a Trusted Team On Your Side

A real estate transaction can be a lot to handle for one person or one family. So, have a professional or two (or more!) in your arsenal. When you’re ready to get more out of your experience, we’re here to help.

As of October 29, there are 205 detached homes, 66 townhouses and 244 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 52 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 3517 N. Somerset Street, 22213 — NOW: $1,699,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 10/27)
• 2500 S. Washington Boulevard, 22201 — NOW: $1,350,000 (Reduced: $49,900 on 10/25)
• 2203 19th Court N., 22201 — NOW: $1,189,000 (Reduced: $30,000 on 10/25)
• 631 29th Street S., 22202 — NOW: $949,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 10/25)
• 1200 S. Crystal Drive #1112, 22202 — NOW: $737,959 (Reduced: $9,500 on 10/26)
• 1420 S. Buchanan Street, 22204 — NOW: $515,000 (Reduced: $14,998 on 10/27)
• 3711 S. Kemper Road, 22206 — NOW: $379,900 (Reduced: $10,100 on 10/26)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

As an avid biker, I already know that Arlington is awesome place to take a spin. And, Bicycling Magazine just confirmed it, too.

On October 10, Arlington was named the No. 17 city in the U.S. on the magazine’s “Best Bike Cities in America” list. Arlington has risen eight spots on the list since 2016. Right up there within this year’s rankings are our friends in D.C. at No. 11.

What makes Arlington such a great spot for biking, according to the peeps are Bicycling Magazine? Our friendly confines ranked high in biker safety and culture, noting ongoing projects to build buffers for bike lanes and initiatives incentivizing County employees to ride their bikes to work.

So, if you haven’t hopped on a bike lately in Arlington, there’s no time like the present.

And, whenever you’re ready to talk real estate, we’re always up for a pit stop to help you get more out of your transaction.

As of October 22, there are 212 detached homes, 65 townhouses and 248 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 66 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 4036 35th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,895,000 (Reduced: $54,000 on 10/19)
• 3431 N. Powhatan Street, 22213 — NOW: $1,599,900 (Reduced: $50,000 on 10/18)
• 2138 N. Patrick Henry Drive, 22205 — NOW: $1,340,000 (Reduced: $45,000 on 10/18)
• 3824 N. Tazewell Street, 22207 — NOW: $1,119,000 (Reduced: $49,000 on 10/18)
• 2305 N. Richmond Street, 22207 — NOW: $835,000 (Reduced: $40,000 on 10/19)
• 1937 N. Edison Street, 22207 — NOW: $799,000 (Reduced: $101,000 on 10/20)
• 3600 S. Glebe Road #219W, 22202 — NOW: $509,900 (Reduced: $2,100 on 10/18)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

Yesterday was quite a quirky holiday: Dictionary Day!

How many of you celebrated by opening up the ole dictionary, jotting down a few words and spreading your new vocabulary to the masses? (Okay, I’m hearing crickets.)

But, it’s not too late to boost your real estate lingo. In honor of Dictionary Day (and, well, we should be learning new words all the time) here are a few common real estate terms/words that are commonly misinterpreted:

Short sale — Simply put, it’s a property that sells for a price lower than what is owed to the lender(s) who may hold liens on it.

Escrow — When you place something “in escrow,” it’s essentially in the hands of a third-party until specific stipulations are met.

Earnest money — This is the dough a prospective buyer puts forward to show that he/she is serious about buying a home.

And, there’s a lot more real estate lingo out there. When you’re ready to roll on your transaction, my team is ready to help make sense of the process… and help you get more out of your investment.

Now on to this week’s figures…

As of October 15, there are 216 detached homes, 61 townhouses and 248 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 59 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 4525 35th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,685,000 (Reduced $40,000 on 10/11)
• 6406 28th Street N., 22207 — NOW: $1,600,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 10/10)
• 604 N. Garfield Street, 22201 — NOW: $1,319,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 10/14)
• 2028 N. Westmoreland Street, 22213 — NOW: $919,900 (Reduced: $5,000 on 10/15)
• 2334 S. Rolfe Street, 22202 — NOW: $785,000 (Reduced: $15,000 on 10/15)
• 1700 S. Lowell Street, 22204 — NOW: $625,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 10/16)
• 1530 N. Key Boulevard #110, 22209 — NOW: $469,500 (Reduced: $15,000 on 10/11)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.

Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by licensed broker Aaron Seekford of Arlington Realty, Inc. GET MORE out of your real estate investment with Aaron and his team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6116 today!

Please note: While Aaron Seekford provides this information for the community, he may not be the listing agent of these homes.

We’re in the heart of Fire Prevention Week, which is October 7 through 13 this year.

The 2018 campaign’s motto is “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere.” So, what a perfect time for us to highlight a couple common fire safety rules.

First, it’s important — whether you’re in an apartment or a single-family home — to know your escape plan. How will you and your loved ones get out if and when a fire comes?

On the smoke alarm front, they should be installed in each bedroom, in each sleeping area and on every level of a home. Smoke alarm batteries should be tested once monthly and batteries changed at least once per year. So, if your smoke alarms haven’t had any love lately, there is no time like the present!

When you’re ready to embark on a search for your Arlington home, our team is ready to help you GET MORE out of your most important transaction. In the meantime, stay safe out there.

As of October 8, there are 204 detached homes, 65 townhouses and 256 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 49 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week.

Here is this week’s selection of Just Reduced properties:

• 3431 N. Powhatan Street, 22213 — NOW: $1,649,900 (Reduced: $50,000 on 10/5)
• 1610 N. Queen Street #244, 22209 — NOW: $799,000 (Reduced: $16,000 on 10/4)
• 608 29th Road S., 22202 — NOW: $699,000 (Reduced: $26,000 on 10/5)
• 4734 S. Arlington Boulevard, 22204 — NOW: $699,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 10/4)
• 1515 S. Arlington Ridge Road #202, 22202 — NOW: $460,000 (Reduced: $9,800 on 10/4)
• 4815 28th Street S. #A, 22206 — NOW: $459,900 (Reduced: $5,000 on 10/5)

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Aaron Seekford.