Hispanics Making Waves

Each year Hispanic Business publishes a list of the top 500 Hispanic-owned businesses. In 2008, 11 Fairfax County firms were named to the list. Together, these companies generated $400 million in revenue and employed 4,895 workers in 2007.

Hispanics have been making a difference in Fairfax County, creating jobs and contributing with progress and keeping Virginia's economy at a top level among states.

Hispanic Business 500

Rank	Name
42	MVM Inc.
88	GeoLogics Corporation
91	Tessada & Associates
141	Priority One Services, Inc.
147	COmputing TechnologieS Inc
159	Kemron Environmental Services
211	SCI Consulting Services, Inc.
303	CItizant
356	Engineering Management & Integration
405	MicroTech LLC
476	MAC Aerospace Corporation

Investing in Foreclosures

Safe Foreclosure Investing: an Overview

Author: Josh Sloan

Right now, there are more opportunities to purchase houses in foreclosure than ever before. Contrary to what you might see on late-night TV or on websites offering information on HOW *YOU* CAN GET RICH WITH FORECLOSURES!!!, investing in foreclosed properties is not a get-rich-quick scheme. It is, however, a get-rich-slowly scheme - *if* you love working with houses, improving them and marketing them, *if* you have a steady cash flow already and *if* you are aware of the legalities of the system and how to make them work for you. Some people might tell you this is easy money - usually with an expensive seminar or CD attached. However, while foreclosure investment can result in a profit, the unbridled flow of riches just aren't going to happen. You may get lucky with one house and make some money, but this isn't going to happen all the time, nor is it something you can bank on making a steady flow of income with until you accumulate enough knowledge and experience to predict which house is going to be the next 'diamond in the rough'. Your best bet is to engage the services of a Realtor® who specializes in foreclosure, at the very least, for your first foreclosure investment. Your Realtor® can guide you through the ins and outs of the legal system, help with paperwork, and do the research on foreclosed homes that can net you the best home for your dollar. They also can guide you to publications, educational materials and other tools that you can use in your search for the next foreclosure. Foreclosures can also be an emotionally harrowing experience, not to mention financially, for the people who have to deal with evictions and/or vindictive former owners. Some former homeowners continue living in 'their' home for as long as they can, even after the eviction papers have been sent. An experienced lawyer can help you with the legalities entailed in eviction. Some people may be spiteful enough to damage or strip the property. Some may even leave behind pets that will damage or foul the property and, if not found in time, die from lack of food and water. Assuming that you're buying an empty foreclosure, you need to have a good idea of how much is required to get the home back into sellable condition. If you are not proficient in assessing a home, obtain the help of a professional who can go through the home and give you an estimate of what needs to be done. Paint and new carpets are one thing; having to completely rewire the house is quite another! Allow for a significant chunk of time to do repairs/oversee repairs and improvements. If you are doing a lot of this yourself, you will probably have to devote most of your free time to this endeavor, which can eat into family and friend commitments. Also, consider what's going to happen when the mortgage is due. You must be able to carry the house for a few months on your own money if repairs take longer than anticipated or if the housing market takes a downturn. If you cannot make the payments due to the fact that you were depending on a quick sale, you'll be in the same position as the people who formerly owned your home. Another issue with foreclosure is the laws of your state. Some states allow owners to 'buy back' their homes for up to 30 days after a court-ordered auction. Be wary of foreclosures in states that allow this and make sure that the house is definitely yours before you start making improvements. Investing in foreclosures is not always easy money. There are many pitfalls into which the novice buyer can stumble - even if the buyer has bought other types of properties before. A foreclosure is different. However, with the help of a knowledgeable Realtor®, you can be on your way to a new and potentially profitable hobby.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/investing-articles/safe-foreclosure-investing-an-overview-593437.html

About the Author:
Joshua Sloan is an experienced San Diego real estate agent. Visit his site for help finding new Escondido real estate .

Fairfax New Shopping Area

Fairfax has new businesses and shops to visit including a few restaurants to relax and have a pleasant meal, these new shops are located where the old post office was on North Street between Chain Bridge Road and University Drive.
Close by about a block away is the new library this entire area has plenty of public parking to make your visit here enjoyable and within walking distance.
Latest homes for sale and MLS listings near the city of Fairfax

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Searching for homes in this area find them here, or call Freddy Solis 703-943-7844

Keep-up with the latest home listings in Fairfax

Some of the latest listing in the city of Fairfax, to visit any of these properties please contact me at 703-943-7844 Freddy Solis

Complete list with more details and property descriptions are available to anyone looking to purchase a home in Fairfax.

Houses for sale in Fairfax 22030 as of 9-19-2008

4306 Andes Dr, Fairfax $315,900 4 2 1 Fairfax Villa

3851 Aristotle Ct #1-211, Fairfax $210,000 1 1 0 Fairfax Ridge

11349 Aristotle Dr #6-404, Fairfax $284,900 2 1 1 Fairfax Ridge

11371 Aristotle Dr #108, Fairfax $309,900 2 2 0 Fairfax Ridge

4616 Dixie Hill Rd, Fairfax $1,749,000 4 4 2 Dixie Hill

4697 Eggleston Ter #131, Fairfax $324,900 3 2 1 Residences

4144 Fountainside Ln #203, Fairfax $290,000 2 2 1 Random Hills

5231 Gunpowder Rd, Fairfax $945,000 4 3 1 Cannon Forest

11425 Log Ridge Dr, Fairfax $390,000 2 2 0 Ridge Top

5113 Myrtle Leaf Dr, Fairfax $730,000 5 3 1 Willow Ponds

4815 Prestwick Dr, Fairfax $649,500 4 3 2 Brecon Ridge

13064 Quartz Ln, Fairfax $409,880 3 2 1 Rockpointe

12131 Vawter Trl, Fairfax $463,000 3 2 1 Fair Chase

11301 Westbrook Mill Ln #302, Fairfax $279,900 3 2 1 Westbrook Court

11314 Westbrook Mill Ln #302, Fairfax $289,000 3 2 1 Westbrook Court

Properties are for sale by Realtors® and other realty professionals that are members of the local MLS Multiple Listing Service

My Active Rain Real Estate Blog

Bad agents...

Read what US News has compiled after talking with many individuals involved and dealing in the real estate industry as the six signs that indicate a client might be dealing with a Crummy real estate agent.

I included have encountered agents while in the process of purchasing my first home (before I became licensed) some individuals who I would describe to have some of the characteristics listed below. I once had this agent who made an appointment to meet us a Saturday but never show up and then had the face to tell us he had waiting for us for two hours.

One of my first clients were my parents I asked them to be honest with me about everything if they were unhappy or if they felt neglected trough out the transaction, that input from my parents was something that helped me out in the future from then on I have always treated my client as family, someone who I dearly want to help and to advice in the complicated process of buying or selling a home.

1. Out of pocket. Communication, if your agent doesn't return your phone calls in a timely fashion or disappears without warning for weeks at a time, you should probably find someone else or end up waiting whole days in the dark.

2. No advice. Let's face it; even homeowners who have been through several real estate transactions can benefit from a little advice from their agent. But if an agent doesn't offer any advice, it could be an indication that he or she is not fully engaged in the process.

3. Insists on affiliates. Real estate agents who insist on clients' using a particular lender or affiliated company for the transaction should also trigger alarm bells. That's a huge red flag because you should be able to use whoever you want to use.

4. Part-time gig. Just because a real estate agent has a license doesn't mean it's his or her full-time job. And while some part-time agents are certainly capable. If your real estate agent is actually a waiter, waitress, or [another profession], then you are probably not going to be happy with where their priorities are.

5. Keeps it in the family. A real estate agent who shows buyers only properties that are listed with his or her brokerage could be subordinating the client's best interests. By limiting the inventory, agents are not doing their job representing a buyer.

6. Behavior problems. State agencies, keep the records of all disciplinary actions taken against their agents. It's a good idea to check with the state agency simply to ensure that your agent is in fact licensed—as scam artists have been known to pose as real estate agents to perpetrate fraud.

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President Bush being himself.

This is a funny video I had to post it here for everyone to see. The president should have been a comedian, he is so funny. Bush sure keeps the US smiling.

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Faifax Virginia Views

Fairfax Virginia Sunset

The City of Fairfax as it looked one afternoon. The sunset looked colorful I had to stop and take this picture to share it with everyone.

The sun was bright red and blinding all the drivers facing west on Main St.

Let me help you FSBO

Are you a homeowner thinking about selling your home yourself?

Let me help with some tips on how to get your home ready.

Listing that Property: Seller's Guide

Some ideas to get that property sold much faster.

Most FSBO stay in the market too long because the owners did not do enough research about advertising and have no idea how to attract potential buyers to see their house. Eventually those home owners seek the help of real estate agents to sell their homes after wasting too much precious time trying to do something they were not trained to do.

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