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Relocating to Vienna for a new job

By Doug Francis

Heading home to Vienna VA

On the road again, just can't wait to get on the road again... -Willie Nelson Such a classic road tune as you head down the Interstate. With Northern Virginia creating so many jobs, more people than ever are on the Interstate relocating here for work, and a new home where they know few people and little about the area (other than it's close Continue Reading

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New Home Trend in Vienna | Casement Windows

By Doug Francis

Custom Home trends Vienna VA

  Windows must be a priority when designing a custom home, and a new home trend in Vienna is including casement windows to allow maximum light and glass area. Most windows you see here are double-hung, where there are a top and a bottom window, and there is a latch in between. Casement windows have been used in Europe as the Continue Reading

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Getting Fios into a New Home

By Doug Francis

You probably expect Internet service in your new home. I know the answer is yes... But it is important to understand, early on, the scope of your post-Settlement "project" especially completing the last 100 feet getting Fios into your new home. Vienna, Virginia is active with construction these days with builders paying high prices to Continue Reading

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Understanding Vienna’s New Home Market

By Doug Francis

Custom Home building Vienna VA

Not all custom builders in Vienna follow the same business model. Most builders buy lots and then figure out a model to put on it. At that point they can determine a target asking price factoring in lot acquisition, business expenses, and construction costs. Home construction still requires exceptional project management experience to Continue Reading

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New Home Trends

By Doug Francis

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You can study sites like Houzz.com all day long for new home trends, but nothing is more educational than working with clients and getting into a couple hundred new homes over the past year. That number may not seem like a lot to people who live in a subdivision built by one builder, like a typical Toll Brothers community where the same model is Continue Reading

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Looking for a New Idea to Sell Your Home?

By Doug Francis

Broken Piggy Bank

Sometimes ideas are so old that they are new again. During the first Bush administration (with VP Dan Quayle), my real estate sales manager bought everyone tickets to see real estate guru Jeff Elias discuss real estate financing, and, how to make deals come together. Elias was a smooth talking Texan who had solutions to why people weren't buying Continue Reading

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The Vienna New House Project 2014

Vienna real estate new homes

Okay, so this isn't going to be your house but here is an opportunity to follow along with the construction process of a new, custom home in Vienna Virginia. Live vicariously through the weekly updates and photos of the project. There is a lot to it so it will be fun! Click to see where this custom home project is now. Construction can often Continue Reading

The New Home Timeline

By Doug Francis

delay in new home construction

A new home builder in Vienna asked me recently when he should expect home buyers to decide to buy his spec homes. My answer was, "as soon as you get the HardiPlank siding up, metal roof on the porch, and front door on." Based on my experience with new home buyers in this niche market, they want to see a spec about 80% done before they'll decide Continue Reading

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Vienna real estate agent Doug Francis

When we bought our house in Vienna, we were thinking about raising the kids, building an addition, and knowing the neighbors. Today, many of those great neighbors have retired and I was able to help them take that next step smoothly.

So, what’s next after your 25 years? It’s a conversation many of my clients are having with me as they plan to move to the beach, travel, or get closer to grandkids. Helping them see their future, sell their current home, and move ahead with their updated plan has been an interesting new chapter.

My background: I am an active licensed agent in Virginia, have negotiated hundreds of sales contracts, work at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty in McLean, and help clients get organized helping maximize the value for today’s home buyer. I donate to the Town of Vienna tree replacement fund, participate in a neighborhood citizens association, and try my best to stay in shape.

Let’s discuss your moving plans: Email doug@dougfrancis.com or call me at (703) 304-6827 .  Cheers!

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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 from an upset seller who had just been told that […]

“Doug nailed it! Within days, we had three offers, one of which not only met, but far exceeded all of our goals.”
– R. Pollard

“He truly was a partner integrating us unto the community and made it easy for us to take advantage of all Vienna has to offer.”
– A. D’Eredita

“We are so thankful we found Doug to guide us through the complex home selling and buying processes!”
– Scott and Jennie

About Doug Francis

I am a Realtor with TTR Sotheby's International Realty® just outside Washington D.C. in Northern Virginia. I'm licensed in Virginia with a focus on Vienna, VA real estate since 1991.

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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TTR Sotheby's International Realty
6723 Whittier Avenue McLean, VA 22101

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