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First Time Homebuying

It's a huge venture to buy your first home. But it can also be a bit frightening. If you're like most people, you'll likely need some expert recommendations along the way -- and you'll definitely need an experienced real estate agency looking out for your best interests. As experienced specialists in Washington real estate, we're absolutely able and ready to help you purchase your first house. Not everyone with a real estate license is equally equipped to help you find your first home. Our dedication to you, our client, is what makes the difference. When you hire Anacostia River Realty to help with your first home purchase, here's what you can expect: • We will lead you through each turn of your home buying process. From locating the best house among all the properties available in Washington, to providing guidance on the closing costs involved. • We're local experts and can help you establish a want list of features and amenities you want in your neighborhood, school district, and your home. • The financial basics of purchasing a home can be overwhelming. We will guide you through the assorted mortgages and home buying plans available. • We will make sure you see all the properties that look like a good fit, and keep a close eye on all new listings. • Rest assured that we will do everything in our power to take out all the tension that accompanies buying your home. We are ready to help you pick your right home in the Anacostia, Washington area! ANACOSTIA RIVER REALTY 2412 Minnesota Ave. SE Suite 101 Washington, DC 20020 202-678-REAL (7325) www.AnacostiaRiverRealty.com

What's The Difference Between An Appraisal And Assessment Values

When buying or selling a home, you sure learn alot of new words. ARM, loan limits, adjustments, mortgage interest adjustment, buyer agency….the list doesn’t end. However, there are two terms that you will always hear which you need to pay attention to: Appraisal and Assessment. These processes are a must to complete a home purchase and are often deciding factors for buyers and sellers. William Tierney, an associate at William Raveis Scituate , provides and explanation, as well as a contrast between the two terms. For more of William’s awesome advice, check out his blog. Appraisal and assessment values are typically mistaken for one another. As a home buyer or home seller, it is helpful to understand the difference between these two terms. The following is the difference between appraisal and assessment values. Definition Of Asessment Values Towns and cities charges a tax on residential homes. The calculation of the tax is derived from a percentage multiplied by an assessed value of a piece of property. Assessments are used strictly for levying taxes and does not actually reflect the real estate market condition. Every municipality calculates assessed value using different formulas. They usually include land area, interior living area, and exterior amenities such as garages. Marshfield, MA, the area where I live and work, can re-assess home values and/or increase the property tax percentage at regular intervals. Definition Of Appraisal Values An appraisal is a estimation of a home’s market value by a licensed professional employing specialized methodologies. Lenders obtain the services of appraisers to determine the value of a home as opposed to to the sale price. Appraisers always review at least three other houses that recently sold within the same city. Since a town or city’s real estate market can change constantly within a time frame, comparing relevant sales is vital to a valid appraisal. The Difference Between Appraisal And Asessment Values The actual price of a home is ascertained by what a buyer is willing to pay, which can adjust at any time depending on related factors such as availability of options. Buyers should avoid relating assessed values with the price of real estate. Assessed values are used only for tax purposes and do not adjust as often as the real estate market does. Some towns infrequently change assessed values and regularly increase tax percentages instead. Only an appraisal can generate a true indication of the market price of a home. Posted on November 8, 2012 by William Tierney, Sales Associate, William Raveis South Shore ANACOSTIA RIVER REALTY 2412 Minnesota Ave. SE Suite 101 Washington, DC 20020 202-678-REAL (7325) www.AnacostiaRiverRealty.com

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Seeking Part-time Property Manager

ANACOSTIA RIVER REALTY is seeking a well-qualified part-time Assistant Property Manager for our growing property management business. Anacostia River Realty is a new and progressive real estate company that specializes in real estate east of the Anacostia River in Washington, DC. Our rental portfolio includes; single-family and multi-family housing.

Our ideal candidate will be dependable, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, meeting new people, has a warm and friendly personality, and a great attitude. We are looking for motivated self-starters who possess strong customer service, sales, computer, and phone skills. Previous property management experience is required, we are looking for individuals who have a minimum of one year experience as a Property Manager.

Primary responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Providing superior customer service to current tenants and prospective tenants.
• Conducting resident screening and approving all potential resident applications.
• Collecting deposits, rents and issuing receipts as necessary.
• Ensuring that all records are accurate, posted and stored correctly.
• Ensuring that all actions are district and federal laws compliant.
• Compose and prepare written correspondence, respond to home owners inquiries.
• Preparing and sending notice of returned checks, late rent reminders and other correspondence as assigned.
• Resolving resident complaints, answering resident questions and monitoring the resolution of problems.
• Assist in writing maintenance service requests performed by the maintenance staff.
• Performing other duties as necessary to meet the needs of residents and market properties.
• Processes evictions, which includes processing all necessary paperwork, serving notices, and attending court hearings.
• Inspects buildings and grounds to ensure safety and cleanliness, and alerts Maintenance to items that need to be repaired.
• Processes move-ins, move-outs, and lease renewals.
• Ability to use a personal computer and has working knowledge of email, Microsoft Word, Excel and Property Management software.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems.

Normal Work Schedule: up to 25 hours per week on a flexible schedule. This position requires some weekend work.

Please fax resume to 202-747-5848 or to Info@AnacostiaRiverRealty.com, "Attention: Property Management Position". No phone calls please.

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Anacostia River Realty's Latest Listing

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Anacostia Coordinating Council's Annual Boat Ride

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‘Gentrification’ covers black and white middle-class home buyers in the District

By Emily Wax, Published Washington Post: July 28

A group of young black professionals in Anacostia has gathered over spinach-strawberry salad and white wine, when the conversation turns, as if often does, to what they call the “G-word”: gentrification.

“I used to think it was about race — when white people moved into a black neighborhood,” said lawyer Charles Wilson, 35, who lost to Marion Barry in the 2008 Ward 8 D.C. Council race. “Then, I looked up the word. It’s when a middle-class person moves into a poor neighborhood. And I realized: I am a gentrifier. I couldn’t believe it. I don’t like that word. It makes so many people uncomfortable.”



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July's Featured Listings

The East of the ANACOSTIA RIVER Real Estate Experts.
Washington, DC's ANACOSTIA RIVER REALTY is changing the face of east of the Anacostia River living. We're showcasing the best the area has to offer in real estate and development.

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Savoy Court Condos
Open floor plans, Hardwood floors, bedrooms w/2 closets, Bath w/ceramic tile, W/D, gourmet kitchen w/granite counter tops & breakfast bar, Stainless steel appliances w/built-in microwaves, Roof deck, Exercise room. 10 mins to Downtown DC! Starting @ $169,000.

300 37th St. SE
Luxury 2- bedroom apartments w/electronic door entry system to each unit, spacious living rooms, separate dining room, kitchens w/built in microwaves, dishwashers, state of the art laundry facility on-site. $1333 a month.

2410 MLK Jr. Ave. SE
Great location in the heart of Anacostia. 2 blocks from the metro. Perfect location for restaurant, office building, retail or use as currently used a salon. $2,700 per month

2322 14th Pl. SE
OPEN floor plan, gourmet kitchen w/GRANITE countertops, STAINLESS appliances, recessed lights, hardwood floors, 2-full baths w/tile surround in bathrooms, new vanities, new lighting/ceiling fans. Include W/D. $179,900.

42 Rhode Island NW
RENOVATED FROM TOP TO BOTTOM. NO DETAIL HAS BEEN LEFT UNTOUCHED. WOOD FLOORS, EUROPEAN CHANDELIERS, RECESSED LIGHTING, SKYLIGHTS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES,CERAMIC TILE, EXPOSED BRICK WALLS, HIGH CEILINGS, NATURAL LIGHT, BAY WIND'S & DECK. $444,000.

2108 16th St. SE
Detached renovated home in the heart of HISTORIC ANACOSTIA. 1 mile to metro, shopping, river. This cozy home features hardwood floors, 1.2 baths, gourmet kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, W/D. Completely renovated in 2011. Lots of extra storage space. $149,000.

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ANACOSTIA RIVER REALTY: SUNDAY'S OPEN HOUSE

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THE WOW FACTOR!!! Gorgeous renovation, shows like a MODEL HOME! OPEN floor plan, gourmet kitchen w/GRANITE countertops, STAINLESS appliances, 42" cabs, recessed lights, hardwood on main level and 2nd level. 2 full baths w/tile surround in bathrooms, new vanities, new lighting/ceiling fans. Includes W/D. Full bedroom/bath in basement. PARKING INCLUDED! Won't Last Long.

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Anacostia River Realty Luxury Listing

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Anacostia River Realty Open Houses 5/15/11

OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY MAY 15 2PM-4PM.
2356 Green St. SE, Washington, DC 20020. Three bedrooms end unit townhouse available now. Located in Historic Anacostia. Features; hardwood floor, fully-finished basement, parking. Great views of the entire city!

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OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY MAY 15 12PM-2PM. Detached renovated home in the heart of HISTORIC ANACOSTIA. 1 mile from metro, shopping, river. This cozy home features hardwood floors, downstairs powder room, gourmet kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, W/D. Completely renovated in 2011 including new HVAC, hot water heater, windows, electrical. Lots of extra storage space. Great backyard that's perfect for entertaining! 2108 16th St. SE, Washington, DC 20020. Priced to sell @ new lower price $159,000!!!

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Anacostia River Realty's Owner featured in Washington Business Journal

Darrin D. Davis

Background: In 1997, Davis used an inheritance to buy a Capitol Hill apartment building, then another, then another. Hooked, he ventured into home sales for five years. After a cross-country detour working 1½ years on Hillary Clinton’s, then Barack Obama’s, presidential campaigns — when the housing market crashed — Davis, now 46, returned to his real passion: D.C. realty east of the river.

Read more: Darrin Davis | Washington Business Journal


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EARTH DAY CLEANUP & CELEBRATION

SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2011
8:30AM - 11:30AM
20+ cleanup sites along the shores of the Anacostia
River in the District of Columbia and several upstream
tributaries in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties
in Maryland.

12:00PM - 2:00PM
Earth Day Celebration at Bladensburg Waterfront
Park in Bladensburg, Md. featuring a free picnic lunch,
live music and exhibits by community organizations.

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
www.anacostiaws.org/rsvp/earth-day

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Anacostia River Realty Works to Change Perceptions

(Anacostia River Realty's owner Darrin D. Davis with Congress Heights on The Rise blogger Nikki Peele and r.e.e.l. member Troy Donte Prestwood)


A few years ago, Marlon Ray couldn’t imagine buying a home in southeast Washington D.C. after hearing about the crime and poverty associated with the section of the city. This changed on Feb. 21 when Ray moved into a house in Congress Heights that he discovered and purchased through a Ward 8 real estate company.

Like many people, Ray based his initial perceptions of southeast on what the news reported and the conversations he heard about the high crime rate in the area. For the past three years up to his move into Congress Heights, Ray had been commuting an hour and a half from his Fredericksburg, Va. home to his job at Orr Elementary School on Minnesota Avenue SE. Although he worked in southeast, he had never thought about what the area had to offer until he met Darrin Davis.

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Anacostia River Realty's Sunday Open House

2108 16th St. SE, Washington, DC, 20020, 2pm-4pm.


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