Fairfax County is taking an important step toward the future with its Government Center Visioning Project, an effort to update the master plan for the county’s main Government Center campus. The original plan was adopted in 1987, and while it served the community well for decades, the county has changed dramatically since then. With new […]
Navigating the 2025 Federal Shutdown: Resources and Resilience in Fairfax County
We know that a strong community is the foundation of a healthy housing market. When the federal government shuts down, that community feels the strain. More than 80,000 federal employees live in Fairfax County, along with thousands of contractors and service workers. County leaders say the region has already lost more than 21,000 federal jobs, […]
Northern Virginia Real Estate News: What’s New on October 8, 2025
As a real estate professional serving Fairfax County and Northern Virginia I keep an eye on local news that can shape your homebuying decisions. The first week of October has brought a lot of movement across the region, from new condo construction in Tysons to long range planning in Springfield and a major transit funding […]
New Affordable Housing Opportunity: Fairfax County Opens Waitlists for Two Project Based Voucher Communities
Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority FCRHA has opened the waitlists for two new affordable housing communities Indigo at McLean Station and Fairfax Crest. Starting October 6 2025 eligible households will have the chance to apply for Project Based Voucher PBV apartments that offer below market rent options in highly desirable locations across Fairfax County. […]
Springfield’s New Slow Streets Pilot Aims to Calm Traffic and Enhance Community Living
Residents of downtown Springfield know how frustrating cut through traffic can be. Many drivers use local roads as shortcuts between highways which makes these neighborhood streets crowded and noisy. It also raises safety concerns for families and pedestrians. During peak hours the problem becomes especially noticeable as residential streets fill up with cars that were […]
Fairfax County Fall 2025 Market Update: What Rising Inventory Means for Springfield & Burke Homeowners
You’ve probably heard people say the market is slowing, but what’s really happening here in Fairfax County is different. Over the past several months headlines across the country have suggested that housing is slowing down. But the truth is those broad national numbers don’t always tell the whole story. What truly matters is what’s happening […]
Burke Real Estate Outlook 2025 Prices Sales and What to Expect
Burke, Virginia, continues to stand out as one of the most desirable communities in Northern Virginia. Known for its quiet suburban charm, excellent schools, and convenient commuter access to Washington D.C Burke attracts families professionals and anyone looking for a balance between neighborhood comfort and city access. Its reputation for livability has kept demand steady […]
Homes in Fairfax County: Market Slows as Buyers Gain More Leverage
A Changing Pace in Fairfax County Fairfax County’s real estate market is shifting. Over the past few years, homes in Springfield, Burke, Fairfax Station, and surrounding areas often sold within days sometimes with multiple offers in the first weekend. That intensity is easing. Homes are staying on the market longer, buyers are more deliberate, and […]
