Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.
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Fairfax County Public Schools -
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Loudoun County Public Schools -
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Prince William Public Schools -
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Private Schools - Annual directory of Washington-area private schools includes addresses and phone numbers and indicates which grades are taught; also listed are approximate tuition fees and enrollment figures.
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School Information - free school profiles
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VA Universities and Colleges - Links to all of the colleges and universities in Virginia
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Virginia Dept.of education - school reports, statistics, demographics....
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| Real Estate News Links | |
Fairfax Connection Newspaper - Homes Section
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New Home Network - DC Metro's New Home Shopping Resource
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Times Community Newspapers - Real Estate Section
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Wall Street Journal - Wall Street Journal Guide to Property
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Washington Post Real Estate Section - Washington Post Real Estate Section for all of Washington Metropolitan Area
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Washington Times Friday Home Guide - Friday Housing Section of the Washington Times
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| Area Information | |
Arlington County - Arlington County Official Site
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Community Information - free community profiles
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DC Home Page - Washington DC Events
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Fairfax County - Fairfax County Official Site:
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Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce -
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Fairfax County Park Authority -
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Loudoun County - Loudoun County Virginia Official Site
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Prince William County - Prince William County Official Site
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USPS Zip Code Lookup - It's a snap to find a zip code and more!
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Virginia Is For Lovers - State of Virginia Tourism Site
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| Relocation Links | |
| Fairfax Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
HUD Home Buying Guide - The official home buying guide from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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JK Moving and Storage - Local moving and storage company in Northern Virginia
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Monster Moving - Monstermoving.com offers access to a comprehensive array of moving-related services as well as a set of "cool relocation tools" designed to reduce the time, cost and stress associated with moving.
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| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move
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| Tax Information | |
Homeowner deductions information -
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How to report moving expenses -
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Mortgage Interest Deductions - IRS Tax Publication
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Selling your home -
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Tax Information for First-Time Homeowners - IRS Tax Publication
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Tax Rules for Sellers - IRS Tax Publication
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| DC Metro Area Attractions | |
Arlington National Cemetery - Once the estate of Robert E. Lee, the beautiful landscape that now comprises Arlington National Cemetery is a testament to the service rendered to our nation by its citizens.
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Jefferson Memorial - National Memorial, DC
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John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - The Kennedy Center is located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, DC, at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue, NW, and the Rock Creek Parkway.
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National Gallery of Art - The Gallery contains Western European and American art, spanning between the periods of 13th and 20th century.
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Pentagon - Pentagon--Headquarters of the United States Department of Defense
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Smithsonian Institute - Welcome to the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum complex and research organization. Composed of 14 museums and the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., and 2 museums in New York City, the Smithsonian's exhibitions offer visitors a glimpse into its vast collection numbering over 142 million objects.
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Washington Monument - National Memorial, D.C.
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White House - Official Site of the White House
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Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts - A National park in Vienna, VA which offers summer performances under the star, and year round events in the Barns.
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| Local News and Publications | |
Washington Business Journal - local business news and information
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Washington Post - Washington Metropolitan Area and Northern Virginia's Award-Winning Newspaper
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Washingtonian Magazine - The magazine Washington lives by
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| Local Weather | |
Local 15-Day Weather - 15-day Accuweather
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Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars....
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| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Transportation | |
Dulles International Airport - Dulles Airport is located approximately 26 miles and 30 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. and 13 miles from the Capital Beltway.
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Metro Map and Commuting Information - Detailed Information about the metro system in the Washington Metropolitan Area, including metro maps, stations, buses, etc.
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Reagan International Airport - Airport closest to Washington D.C. this site offers flight status and schedules and airport information.
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Virginia Rail Express - Commuter's Guide to the Railway Express
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Washington Airport Hotel Guide - Information about hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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Washington Flyer Magazine and Travel Guide - An informative publication and website with information on the latest Hot Spots, Travel Tips, and business information for the traveler visiting Washington, DC.
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| Recreation | |
Northern Virginia Country Clubs - Clubs, locations, dues, initiation, ratings, etc for Country Clubs in Virginia
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Northern Virginia Golf Courses - Links to major golf courses and clubs in the Northern Virginia area.
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Virginia Golf Courses - Locations of major golf clubs and country clubs in the Washington Metropolitan area.
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| Sports | |
Baltimore Orioles - Official Site of Baltimore Orioles Baseball Team
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Baltimore Ravens - Official Site of Baltimore Ravens Football Team
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DC United - The Official Site of DC United Soccer Team
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MCI Center - Home to the Wizards, Mystics, Capitals, and other events and concerts
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Washington Capitals - Official Site of the Washington Capitals Hockey Team
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Washington Nationals - Official Site of the Washington Nationals Baseball Team
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Washington Redskins - Official Site of Washington Redskins Football Team
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Washington Wizards - Official Site of the Washington Wizards Basketball Team
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| Utilities | |
Comcast - Comcast cable and high speed internet
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ConnectUtilities - Consolidates the entire utility and service connections into a single website.
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Cox Communications - Cox Cable & High Speed Internet
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Dominion Virginia Power - Electric company
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Get Connected - Stay connected by ordering new services or transferring existing utilities, all in one place! It¿s the easiest way to move telephone, TV, Internet and other utilities from one location to another.
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Starpower - Cable Service
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Verizon Telephone - Local, long distance, and wireless service
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Washington Gas - Natural Gas company
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| Home Improvement | |
Better Business Bureau - Rate the reliability of a firm before you contract any work--
Serving Metropolitan Washington DC Area
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| Hotels | |
Extended Stay America - Hotel designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space and amenities you won't find in a typical hotel room.
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