December 12th, 2009:
How does a real estate agent become a REALTOR?
A real estate agent is a professional licensed to buy, sell and manage real estate for a fee on the behalf of others. Not all real estate agents are REALTORS. A broker is a real estate agent who has reached a higher educational standard and who accepts certain additional responsibilities commensurate with this level of licensing. The term “Realtor” is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of Realtors.
A real estate agent or broker who joins the National Association of Realtors is a Realtor. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) claims to be world’s largest professional association. The single biggest distinction between a real estate agent and a Realtor is that all Realtors agree to abide by a strict Code of Ethics. From their voluntary adherence to a Code of Ethics to their incomparable knowledge of real estate processes, Realtors are the experts of residential and commercial property transactions.
Founded in 1908, National Association of Realtors has grown from its original nucleus of 120 members to more than 1 million today. National Association of Realtors is composed of Realtors who are involved in residential and commercial real estate as brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers, counselors, and others who are engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry.
Realtors belong to one or more of 1,700 local associations/boards and 54 state and territory associations
of Realtors and can join one of our many institutes, societies, and councils. Brokers and agents of Condo Alexandria are members of the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors. Additionally, National Association of Realtors offers members the opportunity to be active in our appraisal and international real estate specialty sections. Realtors are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
Working for America’s property owners, the National Association of Realtors provides a facility for
professional development, research, and exchange of information among its members. Condo Alexandria agents and brokers take advantage of educational opportunities with the National Association of Realtors and the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors to continue expanding our knowledge of all aspects of real estate related expertise.
Utilities and Services for the City of Alexandria VA
Utilities and services for the City of Alexandria
| Service | Company | Phone |
| Electricity/Gas | Dominion- Virginia Power | 1-888-667-3000 |
| Electricity/Gas | Washington Gas | (703) 750-1000 |
| Electricity/Gas | Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative | 1-888-335-0500 |
| Fire | Fire Department | (703) 838-4660 |
| Garbage | Manning Trash Company | (301) 420-7707 |
| Phone Local | Verizon | (703) 876-7000 |
| Police | Police Department | (703) 838-4444 |
| TV Cable | Comcast | (703) 823-3000 |
| Water | Virginia American Water | (703) 549-7080 |
Utilities and Services for the City of Falls Church VA
| Service | Company | Phone |
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| Electricity/Gas | Dominion Virginia Power | 1-888-667-3000 |
| Electricity/Gas | Washington Gas | (703) 750-5524 |
| Fire | Falls Church Volunteer Fire Department | (703) 532-2672 |
| Fire | Arlington County Fire Department | (703) 228-3362 |
| Garbage | Recycling Service | (703) 248-5160 |
| Phone Local/Long Distance | Cavalier Telephone | 1-866-290-4200 |
| Phone Local/Long Distance | Verizon | 1-800-483-3000 |
| Police | Public Safety Services | (703) 241-5053 |
| TV Cable | Comcast | 1-800-266-2278 |
| TV Cable | Cox Communications | (703) 378-8422 |
| TV Cable | RCN | 1-866-832-4726 |
| Water | Water Services | (703) 248-5071 |
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Midtown Alexandria Station
If you’d like to learn more about Midtown Alexandria Station click here?
Check what’s available now.
Here’s a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals.
| Unit Type | For Sale | Rental |
| One Bedroom | 225,000-375,900 | 1300-2100 |
| Two Bedroom | 259,000-494,244 | 1950-2050 |
| Studio | 189,900-197,400 | 1100 |
Midtown Alexandria Station is located across the street from Hunting Metro on the yellow line, it is
near Telegraph Rd, Route 1 (Jefferson Davis Highway), I-495/I-95. Midtown Alexandria Station was
built in 2007, and is a 25 minute commute to D.C.
Amenities include:
- Cybercafe
- Outdoor rooftop pool
- Gym
- Garage Parking
- In Unit Washer/Dryer
- Balconies
- 24 hour controlled access
- Concierge service
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About the Author — Ben Fornshell is a licensed
real estate agent with Condo Alexandria. To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.
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Westbriar and Westbriar Plaza
If you’d like to learn more about Westbriar and Westbriar Plaza click here?
Check what’s available now.
Here’s a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals.
| Unit Type | For Sale | Rental |
| One Bedroom | 260,000 (225,000-270,000) | 1400 (1100-1500) |
| Two Bedroom | 358,000 (279,000-394,100) | 1900 (1700-2500) |
| Three Bedroom | 388,500 (357,110-441,350) | 1495-3500 |
Westbriar is located near the intersection of Route 66 and I-495 in Vienna, VA. Westbriar was built in the late 90′s and early 2000′s, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C. Westbriar is a short walk to Dunn Loring Metro located near the end of the Orange Line
Amenities include:
- Garage and Outdoor Parking
- Gas Heat and Hot Water
- In Unit Washer/Dryer (Westbriar Plaza)
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About the Author — Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo Alexandria. To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.
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The Potomac Yards Shopping Center
The Potomac Yards Shopping Center is located in Alexandria, Virginia between the Eclipse and Preston condominiums. Potomac Yards is a nationally recognized retail venue within close proximity to Reagan National Airport, Washington D.C., and the greater Northern Virginia Area. No matter what is on this year’s Holiday shopping or to-do list, you can shop smart at the Potomac Yard Shopping Center by saving time, money, and fuel! Conveniently located on Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria, Potomac Yard Shopping Center is the place to find just what you need. The retailers featured at Potomac Yards Shopping Center include:
- Barnes&Noble
- Best Buy
- Chevy Chase Bank
- Children’s Place
- AT&T
- Dress Barn
- Hair Cuttery
- New York&Co.
- Hollywood Video
- Hops
- Men’s Warehouse
- Old Navy
- Petsmart
- Pier One Imports
- Potomac Yard Cleaners
When you’re looking for great shopping in a convenient location, make Potomac Yard Center your first stop. Other retailers include Thomasville Furniture, Target, and a Regal Cinemas Movie Theater. Finally, the area has been slated for development to include residential units, office space, a 625-room hotel, and a 25-acre park. Bringing neighborhood, style, and community together, the Potomac Yards Shopping Center has something for everyone! Go and check it out today. The Potomac Yard Shopping Center is located at 3671 Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria, Virginia. Call (703) 548-9770 for more information.
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The Astoria Condominiums in Arlington
The Astoria Condominiums in Arlington, Virginia, is a stately Victorian condo building in the Rosslyn area of Arlington. Located within a ten minute walk of the Rosslyn Metro on the Orange Line and within blocks of Georgetown in Washington D.C., the Astoria condominium community features 240 homes where residents enjoy a unique lifestyle with a host of convenient amenities as well. Such amenities include a swimming pool, a library, a tennis court, a club house, an exercise room, and a garden plaza. The Astoria also features 24 guest parking spaces for overnight guests, and private, reserved parking for residents. The Astoria is a mid-rise condominium situated conveniently for commuter access to many major thoroughfares including I-66, Lee Highway, the George Washington Parkway and the Key Bridge.
With a rich and long history in the greater Arlington Area, the Astoria was included as one of the “Best Address” buildings in the Smithsonian’s book entitled Best Addresses: A Century of Washington’s Distinguished Apartment Houses. The Astoria is located at 2100 Lee Highway in Arlington, Virginia. Between the Astoria’s ultra-convenient location and its all-inclusive amenities, the Astoria caters to the economically savvy resident seeking a high-quality condominium with a hassle-free commute. Click here for a map of the Astoria with properties listed for sale.
Astoria condominiums are in Arlington VA
