This delightful Victorian townhouse, known as one of the “Four Sisters,” is located on an idyllic street in the heart of Old Town.

Built in 1900, this charming home has been completely updated and is move-in ready. The open concept main level welcomes you with pine flooring, a gas fireplace, chef’s kitchen, and a dining room with a wall of windows overlooking the garden. The upper levels boast two bedrooms, two remodeled full baths, a library, and a family room with a wood-burning fireplace. Laundry is conveniently located on the second floor. Take in the beautiful neighborhood views from the third-floor office nook, featuring a built-in bookcase and desk.


Question: When do I have to fix this?

Answer: Many new homeowners are making the transition from having landlords in charge of repairs, to being responsible for them all by themselves. It is important that you know not only what to fix, but when. Not everyone can afford to fix everything all at once. If there are a number of repairs needed on a home when you move in — or after five years of living there — it is important to know what to prioritize.


Neighborhood Spotlight is a recurring column covering both the City of Alexandria and Alexandria in Fairfax County. This monthly column is sponsored and written by the Seward Group of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.

The West End of Alexandria, the city’s largest neighborhood, is transforming at a rapidly evolving pace.


Question: What sort of previous experience do I need to become a real estate agent?

Answer: I knew I wanted to be in real estate when I was in college, and a young agent was extremely uncommon. For that reason, I went into the hotel business, was a meeting planner, and sold promotional products before I started my fourth career.


Built in 1800, this detached, Victorian masterpiece is located on a picturesque street in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.

The classic vestibule entry welcomes you into a spacious foyer and sitting room with access to the lovely, screened porch. Generously sized living and dining rooms adorn the front of the home are perfect for entertaining or casual enjoyment.


Convicts of domestic violence receive different punishment levels, depending on the gravity of the offense, among other factors. The penalties range from five-year probation to serious jail sentencing, placing the convict behind bars.

“In sexual assault or harassment cases, the court may order the convict to register as a sex offender,” says assault lawyer William Bailey of BK Law Group. “As such, a lot is at stake when an individual is charged with a domestic violence or harassment case.” Below are the different penalties for domestic violence crimes in detail.


While I am not an economist, as a Realtor, part of my job is to stay on top of understanding our economy, what interest rates are doing, and how they are affecting our market.

We have been on a wild ride with interest rates historically low for the past couple of years, driving buyer demand and resulting in a shortage of homes on the market. Sellers have been basking in escalated sales prices, earning deep pocket returns on their investments.


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