Have you looked at the Arlington or Fairfax County tax records to see who owns a home or property? It's easy to type in an address and see the records pop up displaying all public information... including the owner's name as permitted under the Virginia State Code
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No Gas Heat today?
Did your heat shut off for no reason during the snow storm? As another storm races up the East Coast, threatening to dump a foot or more of snow, owners of homes around Vienna, VA with high-efficiency natural gas furnaces should know this tip. Natural gas furnaces Continue Reading
A required termite inspection in your sales contract?
Updated for 2025 Yes, a termite inspection clause is part of the standard Northern Virginia real estate sales contract. You need to keep in mind, this inspection needs to be done within 90 days prior to Settlement. Last week, I received a question via email Continue Reading
Keep Rain Water Draining Away
I decided to repost this blog post because we have been getting intense downpours this summer, 2025, and it is time to remind people of this important homeowner task. Clean your gutters and drain pipes! Watch the video below that a client in Falls Church sent me Continue Reading
Town of Vienna Real Estate Tax Rate 2026
Town of Vienna Real Estate 2026 fiscal year tax rate shall be $.19 (or 19 cents) per every $100 of assessed value. Real estate taxes are paid annually in two installments, due July 28, 2026 and December 7, 2026. The town’s real estate tax rate is 19 Continue Reading
Fireworks in Vienna | July 2, 2026
Vienna Fireworks Show - 7/2/2026 If you are planning to watch the annual Vienna VA fireworks show on July 2nd, 2026, then you should remember that they will be set off around 9:30 at Yeonas Park. There is limited seating at Yeonas Park (Vienna Little Continue Reading
About Doug Francis
That deep knowledge is valuable, especially in today's fast-paced market where advice is critical. Although many of my clients are personally referred, I am available to help you too and am accepting new clients right now.
Feel free to contact me at 703-304-6827 or email me at doug@dougfrancis.com anytime!
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