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Pickleball Mania!

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States – and with good reason! It is easy to learn, fun for all ages, and very social. After staying home during the pandemic, I think many folks are happy to get out of the house, see some friendly faces and enjoy exercising in the fresh air. Pickleball is a mash up of ping pong, tennis and badminton. If you would like to give this game a try – reach out to me. I would love to meet up with you and play a few games. I have extra paddles, so all you need is a pair of tennis shoes and the willingness to try something new.

Read on for some highlights of my recent listings selling way over asking price, tidbits on remodeling, DMV local happenings, and more …

– Kathy

My Just Sold Listings!

910 Powhatan St., Unit 302N, Alexandria, VA 22314

1 Bedroom | 1.5 Baths | 785 SF | $530,000 | SOLD ($20,000 over asking price)

2235 Halter Lane, Reston, VA 20191

4 Bedroom | 2.5 Baths | 2170 SF | $640,000 | SOLD ($65,000 over asking price)

1005 DeWolfe Dr., Alexandria, VA 22308

4 Bedroom | 3.5 Baths | 2635 SF | $1,029,900 | SOLD

Real Estate in the News

Jokes About Millennial Homeowners Can Stop Now

In what is being described as a historic shift, the millennial generation is now made up of more homeowners than renters, according to new data released by RentCafe. After years of being known as the “renter generation,” millennials tipped the scale, largely due to the 7 million people in the generation who bought homes in the last five years, bringing the total percentage of millennial homeowners up to 52%. Now, according to the data, Gen Z, who range from 11 to 25 years old according to Pew Research, is the only age group made up of a majority of renters.”

Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

Ready to Remodel? Here Are The Home Projects That Will Get You The Best Return On Your Investment

Even when they don’t buy a fixer-upper, most people will end up doing some amount of repairs on a new home. About 95% of homeowners said they plan to take on a major home improvement project in the next five years, according to a recent report by Real Estate Witch. However, only 50% said they can afford it at the moment..

25 Top Interior Design Trends for 2023

If you’ve been searching for the right opportunity to add more style, vigor and comfort to your space, you’ll appreciate this list.

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Kathy Hassett

NVAR Top Producer
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M: 703.863.1546
O: 703.229.8935
kathy.hassett@compass.com
Licensed in VA
Compass Real Estate Alexandria, VA.

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