You are not alone..so many have made that promise to themselves over the years. When the clock strikes twelve and the New Year rings in, you will be dreaming of a new place to call home? You know who you are, you collect decorator magazines, watch HGTV, and thrive on the dream, the goal. This year, you say to yourself...I'm going to move.
If that is where your mind is at, then what I want to know first is, what is it that you are dreaming of. The photo's below are of some of the homes I had the pleasure of showing and selling. I specialize in selling homes ( for buyers and sellers) in Lake Ridge, Woodbridge and Manassas Virginia. No matter whether it is a luxury acreage home or a home in a neighborhood with sidewalks and a community pool or a open concept townhouse, I know where the homes are that you might have in mind. If I don't I will find it. You might just be surprised to learn that a new home will fit your needs. It will all depend on your timeframe, your budget and your needs.
Maybe you are looking for a big flat yard, like mine.
Of a home with a water-view...
Or a Golf Course View?
How about a two story family room
Maybe you are searching for a luxury townhouse with an open concept.
No matter what type of home you are dreaming of
In the meantime... these are the steps you can take to get yourself ready to buy a home in 2012.
Step #1 is to get pre-approved for a home loan. Not sure how to do that? Well it is simple, you can contact one of the local lenders that we trust start here
Step #2 is to sign up to receive alerts for the type of home you are hoping to find in your price range. This one step can save you a lot of heartache, time and money! It's simple to do. If you want you can call me and share with me what you need and want and I will set one up for you. Then every-time a home comes on the market that fits what you have in mind, you will be notified by our system. It's automatic. You will never, ever say " I didn't know that home came up for sale!" You'll know first. Simply go to my website http://LakeRidgeVAHomesForSale.com and search for homes. Simply save your search! It's that simple.
Step #3 call me if you have questions about any of the homes. 
Direct #-703-851-3085
Step #4. This is the fun part....where you start to look at homes and really get serious about finding your dream home.
Now for those of you who own a home and you thinking, gosh it is time to sell. Then the steps are simple. Let's talk about your options. Here are the Top Ten Reasons to List with Erick and Company.
" You would want to hire me as your REALTOR®, if you're looking for a high energy, positive, take charge,knowledgeable person that is passionate about helping you get what you want! "
That's me! I'm easy going, and prefer to communicate by email, text and I use the latest technology to not only to stay in touch with you, but to market homes for sale as well and to negotiate.Still not sure I'm the right local professional for you? Check out my LakeRidgeVARealEstateNews blog or head on over to my LakeRidgeVAHomesForSale.com website to learn how I have others just like you sell or buy a home in the local area.
Read Success Stories Here
To search for home currently Active Sale right now Start Here
The area's I service in Virginia are Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, Manassas. If you live outside these area's let's talk. If you have found my information helpful and you like what you see, chances are if I cannot help you, I know another REALTOR® who can.
Tip: when reading any blog post, pay close attention to the date post was written as homes sell quickly. Call author for up to date information.
Do you need help? Have a question? Contact me now
Note: This real estate blog is written by me Peggy James and it is is my opinion and may not reflect the opinion of Exit Choice Realty 14067 Crown Ct, Woodbridge Virginia 22193.
I have been blogging since 2008 and I am a full time REALTOR® .
Great tips Peggy. Pre Approval is the stepping stone of buying process.