Real Estate Information Archive

The Nellis Group was honored to participate in a matching challenge with Central Union Mission. We were able to help inspire people to give and help raise more money for DC's homeless.  Central Union Mission raised over $70,000 for the homeless during a special Valentine's Day event and were able to create 7,000 winter survival kits for the homeless with blankets, coats, and more.

One of the things we love about the Central Union mission is their desire to see people go from homeless and transition back into the workplace. We were honored to be able to help them with their special project and look forward to partnering with them again in the future.

For more information on the charities that the Nellis Group is working with, read our Charity page.

With the 4th of July coming up, let's take a look at some of the places you can go in the DC Metro area to watch fireworks.  The Nellis Group has Realtor Specialists that take care of each of these different counties/cities:

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Alexandria:  

Head down to Mount Vernon in the afternoon for an interesting display of daytime smoke fireworks and colonial style independence day celebration.  The main festivities take place the Saturday after the 4th (July 7th) with fireworks and a birthday celebration for the city.  To enjoy fireworks on the 4th, head down to Old-Town and take one of the Potomac River fireworks cruises.

Arlington:

With the close proximity to DC, the best place to watch fireworks in Arlington is at the Iwo Jima Memorial which has a great view of the city and the national fireworks.  This location is a short walk from the Rosslyn Metro.  Another place to view the fireworks from Arlington is Gravelly Point Park located right off of the GW Parkway before Washington, DC.

Falls Church:

A neighborhood parade gets the festivities started at 10:45 AM.  The fireworks start after dark so arrive early and get a nice seat on the beach for the show.

Fairfax:

Start the day off by watching the Independence Day Parade that goes down Main Street through Old-Town Fairfax from 10am-Noon.  The parade has floats, giant balloons, and lots of characters for the kids. Then enjoy the city's fireworks display at Fairfax High School starting at 7pm featuring live music preceding and following the fireworks.

Loudoun:

Show up early to watch the Historic Downtown Leesburg Independence Day Parade starting at 10am at Ida Lee Park.  Later that night at 6:30pm is a concert with a giant food court that will be followed by fireworks sometime after 9pm.  Another placein the area that has been recommended to us is the beautiful Evergreen Country Club.

Prince William:

Manassas is a great place to view fireworks in Prince William County.  Festivities start at the Old-Town Manassas Train Depot at 4am and last until the fireworks begin after 9pm.

Washington, DC:

Head down to Nationals Park early to watch the Nationals take on the San Francisco Giants for an 11:35am start time.  After the game take a walk around the city and get ready to watch one of the biggest fireworks displays in the country on the National Mall.  The fireworks start after 9pm, and make sure you take the metro to avoid the traffic.  One of the secrets to avoid traffic and crowds is to metro to Arlington Cemetery and walk down to the water for a perfect view of the city and the fireworks.

  I have had the opportunity to travel to many cities throughout the world. I have to say that I live in the BEST city. No other city offers the historic sites, job employment and entertainment venues found in Washington DC and the Metro Area. Here is a recap of a special week I lived in Washington DC:

Sunday Night: Rusted Root at the 9:30 Club in Washington DC

Monday Night: Willie Nelson at the 9:30 Club in Washington DC

Tuesday Night: Dinner at Light Horse, Alexandria VA to watch LA Lakers Game

Wednesday Night: Washington Capitals Game 6 at Verizon Center

Thursday Night: Red Hot Chili Peppers at Verizon Center

Friday Night: Poker at Friend's House in Montclair (Dumfries, VA)

     This is the compilation Video of this entertainment week and opportunity you have by living in the Metro Washington DC:

     Well they say it is a numbers game. Beyonce has proven she is still on the upswing of everything media and everything current. Recently she was awarded with the title: 2012 "World's Most Beautiful Woman" It was an extensive list that  included the typical line-up of stars, actresses and models. One surprise was the latest star from Hunger Games: Katniss Everdeen or in real life; Jennifer Lawrence. We see this happen over an over again in the world it is all about TIMING. Watching the trends understanding them and acting upon them at the right time. 

     For instance, in the movie world think about the timing of when movies are released in coordination with "box office appeal" in the summer or prior to the awards ceremony to make sure the movie is TOMA (top of mind awareness) for the voters. The Washington DC and Northern Virginia housing market has been top of mind for many consumers over the last 24 months for good reason. It is one of the few housing markets to see appreciation. Last year the local housing market realized an appreciation, yes appreciation of 6%. With other housing markets still wandering in the desert or trying to avoid another down turn investors and primary buyers have been flocking to our area. The timing and opportunity for releasing your home on the market as a seller right now is perfect. Think of this as the housing market's version of the Summer Box Office. It is our Spring Market and we have limited inventory with buyers wanting to purchase homes. Take advantage of reviewing the Ultimate Marketing Plan. 

     As with any investment it is important to find the right areas to invest and the best homes to compare. The timing of the real estate market in Metro DC today makes us one of the "Most Beautiful Places to Buy" - with lower sales prices and minimal down payments buyers are seeing low monthly payments and investors are putting less down to see their investment dollar yield a return. 

     Make sure you utilize a Real Estate team that has an investor watch and property management division if you are investing today. If you are buying your first home ask us about the creative financing through our vendor programs. 

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     We are in the middle of the September Sizzle. A market that was fairly quiet throughout August - the month of vacation for most families has ended. September has launched with a true sensation of showings and offers on homes. From 9/1/2011-9/8/2011 we have had 45 showings on our different listings located in Fairfax County, Prince William County, Loudoun County & Washington DC. See the homes today below:

       It is typical for our Washington DC Metro market to see a surge in listings and sales in September and October prior to the Holidays. It is vital to have your home not only priced right, staged well but to have a Real Estate Team with the right systems. Find out more about The Nellis Group Marketing System.

    In order to celebrate Labor Day in Northern Virginia & Washington DC, The Nellis Group has compiled a list of the best deals for shopping for homes this holiday weekend.

Springfield, VA: Located just off of the Fairfax County Parkway and Huntsman Blvd is 7413 Jenna Road, Springfield VA 22153 A great fully finished 3 level Colonial with a large private yard. The home is listed at the Labor Day Deal of $560,000

Fairfax Station, VA: Renovated Colonial in the heart of Fairfax Station. Mature wooded lot with estate home located at 7704 Lakeloft Court, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 The Labor Day Special is at a sales price of $790,000

Washington DC: Remodeled Rowhome in the heart of Washington DC. See all the details at: 1100 8th Street, NE Washington DC 20002 It includes parking and a new Labor Day price of $700,000. 

Woodbridge, VA: The ultimate buyer deal in Prince William County is located off of Old Bridge Road at 12501 Sulky Court, Woodbridge, VA 22192 This home has remodeled bathrooms a fully finished basement and a 1 car garage. The Labor Deal at $335,000.

Pimmit Hills is a census-designated place located in northeastern Fairfax County, with mailing addresses in Falls Church. The neighborhood is located conveniently in the middle of I-495 (Capital Beltway), I-66 and State Route 267 (Dulles Toll Road).

Most of the houses in Pimmit Hills were constructed in the 1940’s and 50’s, and the neighborhood consists of almost exclusively single-family homes with an average yard size of ¼ acre! Pimmit Hills is known for its beautiful large oak trees and other mature vegetation and parks throughout the neighborhood.

Golf courses and country clubs within the area include Penderbrook Golf Club, Reston National Golf Club, Columbia Country Club and other top-rated courses. There are also numerous sports and recreation fields/facilities, shopping centers, restaurants and entertainment venues throughout the area. Falls Church is home to the Broadale Village Shopping Center, and popular restaurants include La Caraquena, Ireland's Four Provinces, Claire & Don's Beach Shack, and Applebee's. You'll also find the State Theatre, which hosts many popular cover bands, indie acts, comedy nights, and private events.

The Washington Metro System operates the West Falls Church Metro Station within minutes of Pimmit Hills, so all of the action the nation’s capital has to offer is within a quick, convenient metro ride.

If you have more Real Estate questions, the Nellis Group would love to answer them. Feel free to email or call us at (703) 503-4375.

       What would you say to finding money when you closed on your next home? The Nellis Group has put together a Stimulus Package exclusively for their clients. We have positioned our purchasers to gain the advantage of experienced lenders and a Title Company with 3 Attorneys that can answer all of your Title Questions.

           What does this package look like? The Stimulus Package is based on the sales price and amount of the the loan for your next home. Whether you are purchasing a single family home or a condo in Northern Virginia and Washington DC our stimulus package can help you.

            Contact The Nellis Group direct to find out the exact amount of how their new stimulus package for 2009 can positively impact your bottom line! Join the rest of our active purchasers today and save money! Email them at stimulus@nellisgroup.com

Inauguration Day 2009 is now upon us... Tomorrow they are predicting not thousands but millions to attend the historical moment. The early count was estimated at 5 Million but now the experts are estimating 2 Million to be in attendance.

For more details on the crowd sizes and estimates click here: CROWD

They held a concert at the Lincoln Memorial on January 18, 2009 featuring artists from Bruce Springsteen to Stevie Wonder and even Beyonce. There are also a host of Official Inaugural Balls and the estimated total cost is 150 Million for all of the events connected with this historic weekend. The Campaign and supporters of Obama have raised approximately 41 Million but will not be able to cover the true cost of this weekend. To see more on the money being spent click: COST

A big concern must be safety especially for tomorrow. The current plan is to close the bridges on the Virginia side going into DC on January 19, 2009. For more details on transportation: Commute to DC

Here is the sample list of closed bridges to the general public and commuter from 4 AM to 7 PM on January 20, 2009.

With many people using the Metro to attend we encourage you to be careful as this could be a disastrous opportunity for those that do not love our Country- the United States of America. Exercise caution and perhaps even watch the event from your own home.

May we seek the better in all men and look to the future with hope of a new day!