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June 2009 Market Statistics Interpretation

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jul 13th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

Well, at first glance the June 2009 market statistics appear to be telling a story that we have dreamed of hearing for the past 2 years!  But, hold the presses, the market may not be what it seems.  True, sellers are selling their homes at closer to list price than last year (Fredericksburg area – […]



Market Statistics June 2009

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jul 11th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

Fredericksburg City:

106 days on market – this is 27 days less than in June 2008
Sellers received, on average, 86.36% of their list price when the home sold
There is 5.83 months of inventory on the market
29 homes sold in June 2009 – this is 15 more than in June 2008
The most popular price range was under $100,000.   
The median sold price was $259,900, compared to $319,000 in June 2008
Financing Terms:  Conventional – 5, […]



Furry Fridays! – Adopt a Pet

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jul 3rd, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

Today is the first Friday that I will be featuring a cat and a dog that are up for adoption at the Fredericksburg SPCA.  I am so pleased that they have allowed me to help promote the needs of animals in their shelter.  I will feature one cat and one dog every other Friday.  The […]



No Texting While Driving Starting Tomorrow

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 30th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

As of July 1, 2009 I will be alot less productive, but the roads will probably be safer while I’m on them.  As of tomorrow, Virginians  can no longer text while driving.  This ban also includes reading texts and reading and sending emails.  However, Virginians can still use hand-held phones while driving if they are […]



REALTOR(R) Gets a New Home… Of Sorts

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 29th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

This has been a very busy and hectic day.  Actually, it has been a very busy and hectic weekend.  I am pleased to announce that I have a new “home! ” After several months of deliberating, I have moved my broker’s license to Coldwell Banker Elite – Massaponax!  I hope this move will allow me to […]



National HIV Testing Day – June 27, 2009

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 26th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

The CDC warns that over 1 million Americans are living with the HIV virus today.  250,000 of them are unaware of their condition.  In conjunction with National HIV Testing Day, June 27, 2009, the Fredericksburg Area HIV/ AIDS Support Services will be holding an open house on Friday, June 26, 2009 from 9am-5pm.  The staff […]



Internet Real Estate Scam Update #2

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 25th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

I know you’ve all been on the edge of your seats!  So, here’s the last update regarding this particular internet real estate scam.  When we last checked in on Michael Richie, Nigerian internet scammer, he was trying to convince me to send him $1400 through Western Union to rent the house I already own.  This […]



Fredericksburg Fair 2009

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 22nd, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

Num Num Num!  It’s almost turkey leg time again!  The Fredericksburg Fair will be in town again July 24 – August 2, 2009. This year will consist of some traditional attractions, as well as some new events to look forward to!  This year’s schedule includes the following activities (click here for a full list of activities):

July 24
Wrestling […]



Basil’s Has the Right Ingredients!

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 22nd, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

My husband and I go on walks around the city at least twice a week.  It is good exercise and it allows us to keep up with what’s happening downtown.  We always walk down Caroline Street and always walk past Basil’s Italian Market and Pizzeria.  The aroma that waifs from the restaurant is enchanting and the outdoor/ […]



Bluemont Concert Series Fredericksburg 2009

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Jun 18th, 2009 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

It’s that time of year again!  The Bluemont Concert Series will be starting again next weekend in Fredericksburg.  Admission is $5 per person, $4 for Bluemont Friends and Seniors, and $2 for children under 12.  The concert takes place at Maury Stadium on the corner of Hanover Street and Kenmore Ave in downtown Fredericksburg.  If there is […]