This 9-unit Victorian gem called Rhode Island Pointe in Washington DC enjoys a prominent corner location on beautiful Rhode Island Avenue in the LeDroit Park neighborhood. Smart floor plans with great lines, including two with loft space. Walk to local coffee shops and the hip and bustling U Street corridor. Unit features include: Open plans, Bamboo floors, Crown molding, Recessed Lighting, Washer/Dryer, Patio (per plan), Maple cabinets, Stainless Steel appliances, Granite bathrooms, Oversize shower w/ seat and shampoo box, Soaking tub, and Custom inlaid tile. The builder is offering a 3% closing cost credit! 1BR w/Patio from $239K and 2BR/2BA from $279,900.

If you would like to tour Rhode Island Pointe in Washington DC, be sure to contact us at 1-888-998-9455 or at info@homezill.com to receive an additional 2% cash back on the purchase of your new home!

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All of a sudden, a light bulb goes off in your head and you want to sell your home. Well, if you plan on selling your home in 2008, then you need a game plan on how to make yours shine above the rest. Remember it’s more important to keep your home clean, and looking spacious, rather than upgrading everything in sight. If your home is in need of remodeling and you don’t want to do it, it isn’t a bad idea to credit the buyer so they can do the work themselves.

If you want to save a few extra bucks, here are some tips:

Ask for advice. Call a HomeZill agent and we’ll stop by and offer some suggestions. Some little improvements will make a world of difference. Cleaning the carpets, painting the walls and removing wallpaper are common fixes that make your home look new. If you have a lot of extra stuff (a.k.a clutter), then you may need to rent a storage space while your home is on the market.

Inspect. If you own an older home, then think about getting a home inspection before you put it on the market. This will prevent any problems that could keep your home from selling. If a buyer finds something wrong when they go through their home inspection, they’re more likely to think that there are other problems that have been neglected.

Check the outside: Take a closer look at the exterior of your home. More specifically, take into consideration the siding and windows. According to the Cost vs. Value survey, a wood window replacement recovers an average 81% of cost at resale and a siding replacement recovers an average 83%, some of the best payoffs in the survey.

Think about the bathroom. Nothing needs to be cleaner in the house than the bathroom. Knowing that someone can use the bathroom right away without the look of disgust will leave people with a smile. Consider replacing cracked tiles, as well as the sink and the toilet if they need it. An entire bathroom makeover can cost as less as $500.

Don’t go all out in the kitchen: Remodeling magazine found that homeowners could recover 83% of the cost of a minor kitchen remodel at resale compared with 78% of a major kitchen remodeling. Replacing major appliances like the refrigerator and stove are not that important because buyers all have different tastes.

Make the smart decision and replace a countertop if it’s crumbling but not because it’s outdated. The only reason to upgrade to granite is if your competition has granite as well.

Good luck out there!

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Just blocks from the U.S. Capitol, you’ll find Velocity condos in Washington, DC on the Capitol Riverfront. D.C.’s fastest selling condominium! From the Washington Nationals, to restaurants, nightclubs, and the Navy Yard Metro. This is where the action is at. Studio, 1BR, 1BR/Den, 2BR, and 2BR/Den condominiums priced from the $300k’s. The units feature: hardwood flooring, Europeans-inspired kitchens, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, full-height pantries, marble and Italian glass tiles in all bathrooms, washer/dryer, and private balconies. Amenities include: rooftop swimming pool, underground parking, concierge services, wellness center, and lounge with wireless internet and plasma TV. FREE parking space for a limited time only!

If you would like to visit Velocity condos in Washington, DC on the Capitol Riverfront, be sure to contact us at 1-888-998-9455 or at info@homezill.com to receive an additional 2% cash back on the purchase of your new home!

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The Eclipse on Center Park Condominiums in Arlington, Virginia includes approximately 475 luxury condominium residences in two towers. The West Building, which was 75% pre-sold as of May 2005, contains 246 residential units while the East contains 229 units. The builder is currently offering a 6% Incentive that can be used a variety of ways, i.e. pay off closing costs, reduce the sales price, pre-pay condo fees, or even buy down your interest rate!

• 1 BR priced from $359,900 (670+ sqft) | condo fee $264/mo
• 1 BR+den starts at $399,900 (785+ sqft) | condo fee $322/mo
• 2 BR priced from $479,900 (1040+ sqft) | condo fee $437/mo
• 2 BR+den starts at $639,900 (1269+ sqft) | condo fee $505/mo
• 3 BR priced from $929,900 (1500+ sqft) | condo fee $564/mo

All condos are available for immediate occupancy. Every condo comes with at least 1 garage parking space, a free LG 42″ plasma TV (wall-mounted) and is wired for high-speed internet. Additional features include 9 - 11 foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite countertops (kitchen & bath) and stainless steel appliances.

Unlike most new condos in Arlington Virginia, the Eclipse condo building amenities include a pool, state-of-the-art fitness room, movie theater room, rooftop terrace with amazing DC views, billiards room, plus– you have the convenience of an on-site 24-hour Harris Teeter! A ton of restaurants can be found in the adjacent Potomac Yard shopping center(Regal movie theater, Best Buy, etc). The countless amenities and stunning views of the Potomac River, The Capitol, Washington Monument and Washington DC skyline combine to create a unique community unlike other new condos in Arlington Virginia. Close to the Crystal City metro and Regan National Airport, and minutes from Washington DC, old town and Arlington, the Eclipse condos couldn’t be nestled in a better location.

Call an Arlington Virginia Realtor at 1-888-998-9455 to schedule an appointment to see the condos and to also receive an additional 2% rebate (8% Total!) if you buy at the Eclipse in Arlington VA or any other new Northern Virginia Real Estate.

This ad was received in an email from the Eclipse (2/1/08)

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Brand new homes that are move-in-ready called Village Place Townhomes in Gainesville, VA. These homes are located directly off Rt. 55 in Gainesville Virginia, just moments from downtown Haymarket VA. The two-level luxury stacked, townhouse style-condos feature between 1,272 - 1,773 sqft of living space and one car garages. You’ll have the convenient access of I-66 and Rt. 29 with nearby shopping areas and restaurants. Prices for these homes start in the $230k’s. Last time I checked, the builder was offering a 6% incentive which can be used a variety of different ways to make housing more affordable.

Features include:
* Generous Kitchen with Center Island
* Granite Countertops
* Private 1 Car Garage
* Hand Set Ceramic Tile in Entry Foyer
* Elegant Classique Panel Doors w/ Schlage Brass Hardware
* Upgrade 100 ounce Rubber Carpet Pad
* Shaw Carpet in a Variety of Color Choices
* Two-Tone Paint Finish
* Traditional Brass Lighting Package
* 42″ Raised Panel Oak Cabinets w/ Crown Moulding
* 9 Foot Ceilings on First Floor, Second Floor & Lower Level
* Large Walk-in Closets
* Private Decks
* Elegant Tray Ceilings

If you would like to visit Village Place town homes in Gainesville Virginia, be sure to contact us at 1-888-998-9455 or at info@homezill.com to receive an additional 2% cash back rebate on the purchase of your new home!

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***1200 Euclid is now sold out of brand new condominiums, call 1-888-998-9455 to find out about any resale condos in this building***

Enjoy these wonderful condos of 1200 Euclid in Washington, DC. Complete renovation of a DC brownstone in the heart of the booming Columbia Heights Neighborhood. Just 2 blocks from the historic Tivoli Theater and steps to the Columbia Heights Metro. Four spacious, 1bdr/1ba and 1br/2ba condominiums, with urban finishes throughout. These units feature: Spacious, open floor plans with high ceilings, Luxury baths featuring Travertine marble, Jacuzzi tubs with shower, Vertical Bamboo wood floors, Gourmet kitchens with granite countertops and under mount sinks, contemporary cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances and hardware, Fireplaces, skylights and outdoor spaces (per plan), Gas cooking, and Washer/Dryer.

If these homes of 1200 Euclid in Washington, DC interest you, be sure to contact us at 1-888-998-9455 or at info@homezill.com to receive an additional 2% cash back on the purchase of your new home!

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