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Clifton Spring Homes Tour

An English garden, 18th-century furnishings and a pool with waterfalls are among the delights awaiting all those attending the 41st annual Clifton Spring Homes Tour. It’s slated for Thursday, May 16, from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and the fun includes a marketplace and silent auction at the Paradise Springs Winery. The silent auction ends at 5 p.m., but the marketplace goes until 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance; $30 on tour day; single-home admission is $10.

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Local Real Estate: March 2013 Top Sales

Local Real Estate: March 2013 Top Sales

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Clifton Homeowners Welcome Visitors

It’s time for the 41st annual Spring Homes Tour.

An English garden, 18th-century furnishings and a pool with waterfalls are among the delights awaiting all those attending the 41st annual Clifton Spring Homes Tour. It’s slated for Thursday, May 16, from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and the fun includes a marketplace and silent auction at the Paradise Springs Winery.

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What Housing Slump?

Real estate experts explain the rise in luxury condominium sales

When a retired couple decided it was time to leave their sprawling suburban home, they wanted to downsize without giving up luxury. As a result, they purchased a high-end condominium and hired Bethesda, Md., based interior designer Kelley Proxmire of Kelley Interior Design to create a serene and sophisticated space.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: March, 2013

In March 2013, 56 homes sold between $1,290,000-$131,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: March, 2013

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Local Real Estate: February 2013 Sales $650,000~ $699,999

Local Real Estate: February 2013 Sales $650,000~ $699,999

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Local Real Estate: February 2013 Sales $700,000~ $749,999

Local Real Estate: February 2013 Sales $700,000~ $749,999

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Local Real Estate: February 2013 Top Sales

Local Real Estate: February 2013 Top Sales

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 90 homes sold between $1,050,000-$149,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: February, 2013

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: January, 2013

In January 2013, 45 homes sold between $1,275,000-$150,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: January, 2013

Indoor Winter Fun with Children

Ideas for entertainment when Jack Frost appears.

Winter weather often means limited open air playtime for some children. “It is very important for children to get as much outdoor activity as possible, but there are times when it is not safe for them to be outside for an extended length of time, or any time at all, because it is too cold. ” said Shannon Melideo, chair of the Education Department at Marymount University in Arlington. “There are many other things that children can do besides sledding and ice skating.”

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: December, 2012

In December 2012, 62 homes sold between $1,700,000-$161,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: December, 2012

Queen of Household Hints to Share Five Essentials Every Home Should Have

Heloise to headline 2013 Home and Remodeling Show at the Dulles Expo Center.

The high priestess of household hints will share her domestic wisdom this weekend at the 2013 Home and Remodeling Show at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, Va. A nationally syndicated columnist, Heloise is one of the presenters scheduled to headline the weekend’s show.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: November, 2012

In November 2012, 64 homes sold between $1,492,000-$127,000 in the Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton area.

Clifton, Fairfax Station and Lorton Home Sales: November, 2012

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Home and Remodeling Show Comes to D.C. Area

Nationally Syndicated Columnist Heloise and local contractors will educate homeowners.

Whether you’re planning to renovate an entire house, update an antiquated bathroom, create a more functional kitchen or simply add more color to your home, there will be inspiration and ideas aplenty at the 2013 Home and Remodeling Show.