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On Wednesday, Nov. 7, Weichert, Realtors and its affiliate, Weichert Financial Services, will jointly host a homebuyers' seminar, "Buying A Home In Today's Market: The Inside Story," in every one of Weichert's company-owned neighborhood offices. This free, no-obligation, special seminar will run from 7-7:45 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session. At the conclusion, attendees will have the opportunity to schedule a financial consultation for a free mortgage credit decision. To reserve a seat, call your local Weichert office.
Loudoun County's home improvement programs will be the topic of a seminar scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 13, in Room C of the Cascades Library, 21030 Whitfield Place, Sterling.
Kelly Marrocco of the Loudoun County Department of Family Services will discuss the Loudoun County Home Improvement Program and the Eastern Loudoun Revitalization Program, which are designed to preserve and rehabilitate existing affordable housing.
The programs make funds available to low- and moderate-income families who own homes in Loudoun County that need rehabilitation. The Home Improvement Program offers loans that can be forgivable and/or interest free. The Eastern Loudoun Revitalization Program offers loans at low interest rates for 10- or 20-year terms.
The seminar is free, but space is limited. Call Marrocco at 571-258-3819 to reserve a spot for the seminar.
Brambleton, a 2,000-acre residential and retail community, received a merit award from PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) for its comprehensive landscape design and management.