"The economy is in a free fall"; "people are losing their houses by the bushel"; "unemployment is at record highs etc, etc, etc". You would think with these types of headlines there would be foreclosed homes on every block! Right??? Not if you are looking for foreclosures in the Northern Virginia area more specifically in the Loudoun and Fairfax county areas. If you are lucky enough to find a foreclosed home don’t be surprised to see multiple offers all above asking price. So, if … [Read more...]
Do You Know Your Neighborhoods Walk-Ability Score?
June 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Do you know your neighborhoods Walk Ability Score? Do you know what a Walk-Ability score is? Why should you care about Walk - Ability? Let’s start at what a “Walk Ability” score is and why it’s so important in today’s Northern Va real estate market. “Walk Ability” scores look at things such as public transportation, grocery store locations, libraries, hospitals, doctor’s offices, dinning and shopping locations as compared to where you live. The more amenities you have near … [Read more...]
Neighborhood Spotlight: Goose Creek Village Ashburn Va
January 10, 2010 By 6 Comments
If you have ever driven past Ashburn Farms heading towards Belmont Ridge Rd you have then certainly seen( and have been caught in) all the construction in that area. The project you are seeing (or stuck in) is called Goose Creek Village. Named of course for the majestic Goose Creek that broader the development. The project was first planned and started by Centex homes which later sold out to Pulte. Here are a few highlights you should know about the project if you are considering moving into … [Read more...]
What to look for when hiring a SUPER Realtor
January 3, 2010 By 4 Comments
What makes a SUPER Realtor? We all know a Realtor, right? It’s sometimes a family member, a friend at work, the guy stocking shelves at Wal-Mart…well maybe not the last one? But you want a SUPER REALTOR! How do you pick a Great Realtor to sell your largest investment or help you chose your next home? During my many years as a Realtor I have had many mixed experiences working with Realtors? Rather then calling out other Realtors (low hanging fruit, and very tacky), I thought I would rather … [Read more...]
2009 Year In Review
December 28, 2009 By 1 Comment
So, it's all most time to go back to work right? Well, before we can really hit the road and go back to our workaholic ways let's take a quick look at 2009 shall we...... Try JibJab Sendables® eCards today! Hope you enjoyed!! Take care and see you in 2010!! Chuck Serving all of your Ashburn, Leesburg, Mclean and Loudoun County area Real Estate needs! … [Read more...]
Chuck Rifae Associate Broker PenFed Realty Group 571-207-6390 Entrepreneur, Real Estate Broker, Avid runner, and soccer dad! 
