Fairfax County is buzzing with growth, and nowhere is that more evident than in neighborhoods like Springfield, Burke, and Fairfax Station. From new housing and community centers to park upgrades and infrastructure improvements, these projects are reshaping the area into an even more desirable place to live. Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or simply a […]
Major Transformation Underway at Springfield Town Center Amid Changing Housing Market
Major Transformation Underway at Springfield Town Center Amid Changing Housing Market Big changes are coming to Springfield Town Center, long considered the heart of Fairfax County’s retail corridor. In June 2025, the mall’s owner secured a $150 million loan to reimagine the aging property as a mixed-use destination with housing, a hotel, and community space. […]
Burke–Springfield Active Adult Center: A New Resource for Our Community
Fairfax County has just unveiled a new community asset designed to enhance the quality of life for older residents: the Burke–Springfield Center for Active Adults. Located in the heart of Springfield at 7541 Huntsman Blvd, this state-of-the-art center is set to become a hub for wellness, social connection, and lifelong learning. A New Space for […]
Weaker U.S. Dollar Gives International Homebuyers a Competitive Edge
Foreign Buyers Get More for Their Money As the U.S. dollar continues to decline, international real estate shoppers are finding themselves in a more favorable position. A new report from Redfin reveals that several global currencies have strengthened relative to the U.S. dollar, effectively giving many international buyers a discount on American homes. Russian, European, […]
Why Baby Boomers Are Holding Onto Their $19 Trillion Real Estate Wealth And What It Means for Younger Buyers
Since the start of the pandemic, few groups have experienced a greater financial windfall in the real estate market than baby boomers. This generation typically between the ages of 60 and 80 has seen its housing wealth skyrocket, solidifying its dominant position in the U.S. real estate landscape. A recent analysis from Realtor.com reveals that baby boomers […]
Summer 2025 Real Estate Slowdown: What It Means for Northern Virginia Buyers & Sellers
Hi, I’m Elizabeth, your trusted local REALTOR® at LIST WITH ELIZABETH®, based right here in Alexandria, VA. I work with buyers and sellers every day who are navigating one of the trickiest housing markets we’ve seen in recent years and the latest Redfin report just confirmed what many of us in the industry have been […]
Rising Inventory and Buyer Demand Could Reshape the Housing Market by Year-End
After several years of steadily increasing home prices and a slowdown in transactions, the U.S. housing market might finally be headed for a shift. Industry experts are signaling that as the second half of the year unfolds, the market could experience a noticeable change. The key? A steady rise in available homes for sale combined […]
VA Current Rates in 2025: A Complete Reference for Veterans and Their Families
Working through veterans’ benefits can be confusing, particularly as federal rates fluctuate from year to year. With 2025, adjustments in cost-of-living raises and changes from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have resulted in substantial changes to several programs. If you’re being paid disability compensation, seeking a VA home loan, or taking advantage of the […]
