An Ode to a Fleeting Memory...... #summer2014

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Well its over. No really, officially its over!! I don't know whether to be happy or sad, jump up and down for joy or throw a terrible 2's tantrum. One NO 2-Year Old ever could compete with but that wouldn't be cute and it would spoil perfectly good makeup! (smile) None of it would bring IT back and that's ok because the memories are amazing and nothing can ever erase them. I loved every minute of it and if I had to do it all over again I wouldn't change a thing. Well that's not completely true because there were two major hiccups but even inside of those events we found reasons to laugh through the pain and see a rainbow at the end of what seemed to be a very dismal tunnel.

So by now your wondering, what in the world are you talking about? What has ceased to exist with only a passing memory? An absolutely incredible summer. #Summer2014. No other summer will compare to the laughter, non stop meetings, walking, talking, touring and EXHAUSTION. No other summer will stand up to our meeting 100's upon 100's of people from every walk of life all excited to converge on the Washington DC Metro Region together at one time. What frenzy we experienced in organizing people, events, tour buses, lunches and entertainment to ensure that our friends from all over the world felt incredibly loved. It was miraculous to say the least. I know I am not alone in saying it was a remarkable privilege to foster new bonds and reinforce ones that already exist.

As I sit and reminisce over the Summer of 2014, I can't help but smile actually I just broke into laughter at some of the crazy events that took place. The people in the coffee shop are looking at me but oh well I love to smile and the memories are just too good to hide.  Capturing some of the memories on film was a favorite part of the summer. So I put together just a few pics for your viewing pleasure. Maybe as you peruse them they won't have the same meaning for you as they have for me but one thing no one can miss is the vast amount of joy on all the faces. For those who read this post and can relate to my feelings please share some of your own experiences below. If there is an #outstandingmemory then PLEASE SHARE! If this post and those comments brightens just one persons day then I've done my job for the day and the love, laughter, joy and happiness of The Summer of 2014 will never be forgotten!!!

ICE CREAM ICE CREAM!! Water Gazing and Georgetown Harbour

Kennedy Center Washington, DC

DC RE GAL enjoying some ice cream

Oh Yes!!! Well if you can't tell yet, I LOVE LOVE LOVE the summer! Hot weather is the best, feel the energy smell the floral fragrance and most of all enjoy the warm sun and cool breeze. Today we are at Washington Harbor and its fantastic weather. People are sitting on the lawn enjoying lunch, taking long strolls in the park and moving hurriedly along to their next business engagement.

No matter what your doing you can't help but SMILE, sometimes for no reason at all. What makes a sunny day the best??? The best part of the day is the ice cream from Hershey's Old Fashion ice cream parlor in Georgetown. It was perfect because there was absolutely NO line! Perhaps that was because I had a cone at officially 11:45am. Don't you love it!! Yours truly, health conscious nut, went out on a limb and splurged for old fashion creamy calories!

Parents as if the Ice Cream is not enough to get you down here with your children, the splash park will do the trick. These little monsters are having a giggling good time. Who needs a pool when you stand 2 feet tall and weigh all of 30 pounds? Stripping down to your "bloomers" becomes not only acceptable but down right adorable. Their laughter is indeed contagious.

 

What's up on the blog today? Take a peek at my short video spill and then read on....

Georgetown has a myriad of condos and one blog definitely won't cover everything but we are going to do our best to take a snapshot of the market. 

Georgetown Washington, DC Condo Statistics

Where are my condo owners in Georgetown?

This is an exciting report for sellers. The one bedroom condo market took a slight dip from October through December but that only makes sense, can anyone say "government shutdown." However when we continue to examine the chart we see a strong steady market from February 2014 until present. All this despite a winter that wouldn't quite which is an afterthought at this point. Do you have a gorgeous 2 or 3 bedroom condo in Georgetown? The median sold price continues to make incremental increases month over month. The three bedroom condos reflect the growing interest in urban dwelling while not losing out on comfortable living space. If you've been sitting on the fence waiting for the perfect storm it just hit. Interest rates are historically low and Wells Fargo offers an amazing jumbo loan program 89.99% Jumbo financing with no MI.

Well that's it for today folks. I sure hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather as much as I am. If so please share and tell me what makes your summer special. Even better post your Favorite Georgetown Ice Cream Shop and be sure to tell us why it's so fantastic!!!

Find Homes for Sale in Georgetown

Visit my website to search for homes in Georgetown or to be notified when homes in Georgetown come on the market.

To find out what you home is worth in the current market email me or call 202-438-1056.

 

Georgetown, Red Hot Chili Peppers! Lattes (Ice Cold)

Red Hot Chili Peppers

So I'm headed downtown today and it's insanely hot in DC, no I mean seriously its 

Muy Caliente!!!  

As a true Washingtonian we say "welcome to DC the day after Memorial Day." Here comes the dog days of summer but with the heat comes the fun in Washington, so much to do and so little time. The warmth of the sun brings out the best in everyone; smiles, sunshades, cool dresses and fabulous sandals and Georgetown is no exception. The vibe is amazing and the buzz of the city abounds all around you as the day gets under way. People are everywhere men, women, children. People on the street, from the gentleman in the skinny Versace Suite to the den mom #fashionista wearing the incredible pair of Espadrilles and cute Maxi Dress. Who do you identify with? Or perhaps you're somewhere in between. Either way Georgetown is the happening spot! People not only live here, they work here! Whether in Washington Harbor on the waterfront, or a little further up in a boutique shop off Wisconsin Avenue between M and Glover Park. Somewhere in the mix of it all are the hideaway neighborhoods that flank all the excitement. So here comes the latest on the real estate market in Georgetown Washington, DC.

But wait.... I can't get it started without first stopping in to one of my favorite spots in Georgetown, Dean and Deluca's.

Dean and Deluca Georgetown Washington, DC

Time for an iced latte!!!

 



Is the Georgetown market heating up along with the temperature?

Absolutely!! This is a hot market for sellers!! Your values have soared over the last 5 years and are continuing a steady climb. Year over year Georgetown is recognizing a 8.24% increase in sold dollar value for units. While the values go up up and away, the average days on market are down month over month by 46.09%. Wonderful news and a perfect storm to list your home for sale now and realize your equity.

Adding to this wake in the market is the Average Sold to Original List Price topping out at 98.93% overall.

This chart is for attached homes in Georgetown. What type of home do you live in? What is the dollar value that you would like to get for your home? How many days on market do you want it to take from list to sell? What about your living square footage, how does that affect the Average Sold to Average List Price? If you would like answers to these and many other detailed questions inbox me. I take a look at the market detailed from your homes perspective not the general market place. Free Real Estate Reports available 24/7. 

Find Homes for Sale in Georgetown

Visit my website to search for homes in Georgetown or to be notified when homes in Georgetown come on the market.

To find out what you home is worth in the current market email me or call 202-438-1056.

DC Metro RE Gal!

Join me in a cool Cup of Joe over the summer. Be sure to share with me your favorite coffee shop in Georgetown along with a picture of you as you enjoy it!