Archive for February, 2008
Arlington Fair Offers Home Buying, Financing Tips
February 28, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
Bi-lingual workshops, raffle, tips on avoiding foreclosure featured
ARLINGTON, Va. – With the nation’s housing market in a slump and credit tightening, many would-be buyers are looking for tips on how to make their dream of home ownership a reality.
Governor Kaine Proposes Legislation to Protect Homeownership
February 28, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
– Legislation aimed at subprime mortgage holders requires enhanced communication between lenders and borrowers
RICHMOND - February 27, 2008 - Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced proposed legislation designed to protect and preserve homeownership for Virginia’s working families and communities in light of current foreclosure trends.
Arlington County Board Approves Redevelopment of Former Bob Peck Site
February 25, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
Ballston project incorporates office buildings, affordable housing, ground-floor retail, townhouses
ARLINGTON, Va.– The Arlington County Board today approved a mixed-use project for the last unplanned redevelopment site in the Ballston Metro station area. The project will replace the former Bob Peck car dealership with office buildings, affordable apartments, townhouses and retail space.
Loans and Shares Reflect Steady Growth in 2007
February 21, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
Mortgage lending remains strong and loan delinquencies expand
Alexandria, Va., February 21, 2008 – Federally insured credit unions reported solid loan and share growth and membership expansion in 2007 while loan delinquencies increased according to call report data submitted by the nation’s 8,100 federally insured credit unions.
“Homeownership 101″ Workshop Schedule Set for First Half of 2008
February 4, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
The Loudoun County Department of Family Services will hold its next “Homeownership 101″ workshop Monday, March 10 & Wednesday, March 12, 2008, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cascades Library, 21030 Whitfield Place in Potomac Falls.
Governor Kaine Signs Bill Providing Tax Relief
February 4, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
RICHMOND, VA - Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that he has signed legislation that will allow Virginians to use certain federal tax deductions. It was the first bill from the 2008 General Assembly session he has signed into law, and takes effect immediately.
VHDA Homeownership Classes Set for Northern Virginia
February 1, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
RICHMOND, Va. - Are you interested in becoming a homeowner but don’t know where to begin? The Virginia Housing Development Authority and local nonprofits are offering free homeownership education classes throughout March in Northern Virginia.
VHDA Homeownership Classes Set for Richmond
February 1, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
RICHMOND, Va. – Are you interested in becoming a homeowner but don’t know where to begin? The Virginia Housing Development Authority and local nonprofits are offering free homeownership education classes throughout March in the Richmond area.
VHDA Homeownership Classes Set for Tidewater
February 1, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
RICHMOND, Va. – Are you interested in becoming a homeowner but don’t know where to begin? The Virginia Housing Development Authority and local nonprofits are offering free homeownership education classes throughout March in the Tidewater region.