Kristi Morgan, Realtor

02/03/2014

This Week's FairFact--
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, America's only national park for the performing arts, is located in Fairfax County.

07/17/2013

Clifton Film Fest

Something fun to do this weekend with the family.

Clifton Film Fest is a film festival located in Northern Virginia showcasing original films made by the surrounding community. Filmmakers, students ages 13-21, and adults 21+ will submit short films :30-10 minutes long. We are looking for creative and thought provoking independent dramas, comedies,…

07/17/2013

Loudoun’s New Downtown

For those of you living in Loudoun County, here is a great resource for "One Loudoun." Loudoun's newest downtown community.

One Loudoun is a gorgeous new mixed-use community in the heart of Loudoun County. One Loudoun has become the one all-encompassing place for living, working, shopping, dining and recreating in the area.

07/15/2013

6710 Tahalla Drive, Alexandria, VA 22306

New Listing in Alexandria Minutes to Kingstowne

Contact me for further information. Thank You

06/20/2013

University Mall

University Mall, across from George Mason University, off Braddock Road & Route 123, is finally getting a face lift. See link for more details.

Plans have been submitted to Fairfax County to renovate and expand this shopping center to 200,000 square feet. With the addition of six new buildings and some exciting new tenants.

12/08/2012

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Chantilly, VA on Dec. 7, 8, 9, 2012

Here is something fun to do this weekend. Maybe find holiday gifts for those that are challenging to buy something for. :)

Meet more than 300 artisans in person at the Dulles Expo Center! The festival includes live music, interactive craft demonstrations, children's entertainment and specialty gourmet foods.

12/05/2012

The Alden

This community theatre has wonderful performances coming up in the near future.

A beautiful, 383-seat performing arts venue presenting nationally and internationally touring acts in music, comedy, dance, film, children's programming and much more.

11/29/2012

Springfield Mall comes tumbling down - Washington Business Journal

Springfield Mall comes tumbling down - Washington Business Journal

Fairfax County Supervisor Jeff McKay, D-Lee, Vornado/Charles E. Smith President Mitchell Shear Monday to kick off demolition of the Garfinckel’s department store (later, the Sports Authority). That site, fronting Loisdale Road, will become the Springfield Town Center’s grand entryway.

11/24/2012

VRE Santa Train Tickets Go on Sale Monday

Something fun to do with the grandkids!

Tickets for the annual event sell out fast.

11/23/2012

Bull Run Festival of Lights - Main Page

Bull Run Festival of Lights - Main Page

For more than 12 years the Bull Run Festival of Lights at Bull Run Regional Park has drawn thousands of visitors from hundreds of miles away to Centreville, Virginia, just outside Washington, DC. This year's festival opens November 21st and runs through January 6th, 2013! The Bull Run Festival of ...

11/16/2012

NEW OVERPASS ON ROUTE 286 AT FAIR LAKES OPENS NOV. 15

New overpass in Fair Lakes area now open.

FAIRFAX ─ In time for the morning rush on Thursday, Nov. 15, the Virginia Department of Transportation will shift traffic onto the new Fairfax County Parkway (Route 286) bridges over Fair Lakes Parkway and Monument Drive.

11/15/2012

City of Fairfax - Special Events, Holiday Craft Show

Here is something fun to do this weekend in Fairfax City.

Welcome to fairfaxva.gov - Official web site for City of Fairfax, Virginia - Special Events, Family Fun Festival

11/14/2012

Fall Home Maintenance

Here are some great helpful reminders from my home inspector.

11/13/2012

The Customizable $41k Refrigerator | Incredible Things

Now I've seen everything.

This is Robey's Meneghini three-door La Cambusa, a customizable refrigerator. Well, to be fair, calling it a refrigerator is kind of an understatement. It's

11/01/2012

Foreclosures fall in 62% of major markets

Foreclosures fall in 62% of major markets

Foreclosures fell in nearly two-thirds of the nation's largest metro areas during the third quarter, according to RealtyTrac.

10/25/2012

Something fun to do this weekend with entire family!

10/24/2012

Virginia Business - News: E-ZPass an easy sell in Northern Virginia

Don't forget to purchase an E-Z Pass if you plan on using the express lanes that open on the beltway soon.

Virginia Business - VA business news.

10/19/2012

A housing boom could be coming, some experts say

A housing boom could be coming, some experts say

Some believe the next housing boom is underway, which could take prices back to peak levels and double home building within a few years.

10/18/2012

Smoke alarms are an important defense against injury or death in house fires. The National Fire Protection Association states that nearly two-thirds of home fire fatalities happen in homes with non-working or missing smoke detectors. Most building codes now require smoke detectors in all residential structures, which has resulted in a steep drop in fire- and smoke-related deaths. Homeowners should check with their local public safety office or fire department for specific information on these requirements.
•As in real estate, location is important! Smoke alarms should be in installed every bedroom, outside every sleeping area, and on each level of the home.
•Alarms should be placed high on a wall or on the ceiling. It's best to follow the manufacturer's instructions for placement. High, peaked ceilings have dead air space at the top; smoke alarms should be placed no closer than 3 feet from the highest point.
•For areas close to the kitchen, use a detector with a hush button that can be used to silence nuisance alarms triggered by cooking smoke or steam. Alternatively, consider installing a photoelectric alarm, which is better at detecting smoldering fires (vs. flames) near the kitchen. Never remove the unit's battery to stop or prevent nuisance alarms.
•There are two primary types of smoke alarm technology: ionization and photoelectric. According to the National Fire Protection Association, ionization alarms are more responsive to flames, while photoelectric alarms are more sensitive to smoldering fires. For the most comprehensive protection, both types or a combination unit should be installed.
•Test the alarm monthly. Put a reminder in your calendar to do this on the first or last day of the month, for example. The units have a test button that will sound the alarm for a brief time when pressed. Any alarm that fails to sound should have the battery replaced. If the test button fails with a new battery, replace the entire detector immediately. Monthly testing is also an ideal time to dust off the unit.
•Replace the batteries at least once a year. A common rule of thumb is to do this when changing to or from Daylight Saving Time in fall and spring. Some alarms come with 10-year batteries; for these, follow the manufacturer's recommendations for battery replacement. Remember, a non-working alarm is no better than no alarm at all.
•If the alarms are hard-wired to the home's electrical system, make sure they are interconnected for maximum effectiveness - meaning that if one alarm is triggered, all of the others will sound as well. Any hard-wired alarms, interconnected or not, should be installed by a licensed electrician.

10/18/2012

Northern Virginia Fall Brewfest —

Live Music and beer tasting this weekend at Bull Run Park!

An outstanding lineup of bands has been scheduled for the 6th Annual Northern Virginia BrewFest including two favorites from previous BrewFests: T’Akila Jones and The Congress and joining us for the first time will be Swiftkick, Jason Dean, Station 1201 and the Trey Schneider Band. Saturday: 12:15 –...

10/10/2012

CITY OF FAIRFAX FALL FESTIVAL -- OCTOBER 13th
This traditional Fall Festival in the heart of the City of Fairfax is full of unique and interesting crafts & gifts with stalls and activities from local art groups and businesses will fill the streets of downtown City of Fairfax. More than 400 juried crafters, childrens rides, music and foods will provide something to entertain everyone. Come and enjoy a traditional day out with all the family. Rain Date October 14, 2012

09/27/2012

Home prices back to '03 levels

Home prices back to '03 levels

Case-Shiller index shows home prices improve across 20 major markets for third straight month, taking index to back to 2003 levels.

09/26/2012

Unlikely predators helping to control stink bugs

Since I am starting see those dreaded stink bugs in my house now that the nights are getting cooler, I thought I would share this article/video with you.

Many indigenous insect species are "switching over" and dining on stink bugs, says Mike Raupp, professor of entomology at the University of Maryland. More effective insecticides with specific purposes are also proving more successful in controlling the spread of this bothersome species.

09/26/2012

Expansion of Capital One’s headquarters in Tysons Corner is approved

This is just the beginning of how the entire Tysons Corner area is going to evolve.

It is one of the first major projects to win rezoning, under a master plan to create an urban downtown Fairfax.

09/24/2012

HouseLogic | REALTOR® Content Resource | 7 Smart Strategies for Kitchen Remodeling

HouseLogic | REALTOR® Content Resource | 7 Smart Strategies for Kitchen Remodeling

Kitchen remodeling can turn a ho-hum room into your home’s pride and joy. Here are strategies to help your project run smoothly.

09/23/2012

Fall For Fairfax KidsFest - September 29th & 30th

Great family fun; especially for very young children!

Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. is proud to present the 20th annual Fall For Fairfax KidsFest the premiere fall family festival in the Mid-Atlantic region.

09/17/2012

TRIVIA: Located in Fairfax County, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts is America's ONLY national park for the performing arts.

09/15/2012

Signs of Strength Continue Deep into Summer in DC Metro Housing Market | RBI

Signs of Strength Continue Deep into Summer in DC Metro Housing Market | RBI

Rockville, MD – (September 10, 2012) – The following analysis of the Washington, D.C. Metro Area housing market has been prepared by RealEstate Business Intelligence (RBI) and the GMU Center for Regional Analysis and is based on August 2012 MRIS housing data.

09/14/2012

City of Falls Church Fall Festival and Taste of Falls Church

Great family fun in Falls Church tomorrow! Great day to be outdoors.

Taste of Falls Church at the Fall FestivalSaturday, September 15, 201210 a.m. to 4 p.m.Community Center223 Little Falls Street (Map) Free Admission! Rain or Shine!Download the Flier

09/14/2012

Northern Virginia

Here is a link to why Fairfax County is so fantastic to live in -- there are endless places to visit -- parks, museums, wineries, historical sites, and so much more!

Northern Virginia offers the culture of two different worlds combining cosmopolitan skylines and country star-lit skies.

09/13/2012

Fairfax County Board backs Reston's tallest building - Washington Business Journal

Fairfax County Board backs Reston's tallest building - Washington Business Journal

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Tuesday backed what will be the tallest building in Reston, despite pleas from some Reston residents that the project is too tall, too dense and too far from the planned Metro station.

09/11/2012

Home sales AND prices up 6% in July 2012 | Virginia Association of Realtors

I have heard August did even better!

The July 2012 Virginia Home Sales Report has been released and most state-wide indicators show an improved housing market in the Commonwealth.