The Foreign Service Journal, March 2014

70 MARCH 2014 | THE FOREIGN SERVICE JOURNAL CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS n TEMPORARY HOUSING ARLINGTON FLATS: 1-BR, 2-BR and 4-BR flats in 2 beautiful buildings 3 blocks from Clarendon Metro. Newly renovated, completely furnished, incl. all utilities/Internet/HDTV w/DVR. Parking, maid service, gym, rental car available. Rates start at $2,600/month. Per diem OK. Min. 30 days. Tel: (571) 235-4289. E-mail: ClaireWaters826@gmail.com See 2-BR at website: www.dropbox.com/sh/6mkfwnz2ccrubv7/ FSM8fkHZz_ AS A FOREIGN SERVICE FAMILY MEMBER, I would like to offer my fully furnished, Cleveland Park house for rent July 21- September 30. Dates are flexible. Six bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, living, dining and family rooms, 2 studies, playroom and furnished basement with bar, pool table and laundry room with shower. Beautiful garden with pool. 10 minute walk fromMetro, National Zoo, restaurants, bars and movie theater. WiFi, all utilities, garden and pool maintenance , weekly maid service included. Per diem accepted. Security deposit required. Photos upon request. E-mail: faridawozniak@gmail.com n PROPERTY MANAGEMENT NORTHERN VIRGINIA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. Are you look- ing for a competent manager to take care of your home when you go to post this summer? Based in McLean, Va., Peake Management, Inc. has worked with Foreign Service officers for over 30 years. We are active board members of the Foreign Service Youth Foundation and many other community organizations. We really care about doing a good job in renting and managing your home, so we’re always seeking cutting-edge technology to improve service to our clients, from innovative market- ing to active online access to your account. We offer a free, copyrighted Landlord Reference Manual to guide you through the entire preparation, rental and management process, or just give our office a call to talk to the agent specializing in your area. Peake Management, Inc. is a licensed, full-service real estate broker. 6842 Elm St., Suite 303, McLean VA 22101. Tel: (703) 448-0212. E-mail: Erik@Peakeinc.com Website: www.peakeinc.com n REAL ESTATE LOOKING TO BUY , sell or rent property in Northern Virginia? This former SFSO with 12 years of real estate experience understands your needs and can help. References available. David Olinger, GRI Long & Foster, Realtors. Tel: (703) 864-3196. E-mail: david.olinger@LNF.com Website: www.davidolinger.lnf.com PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE services provided by John Kozyn of Coldwell Banker in Arlington, Va. Need to buy or sell? My expertise will serve your specific needs and timeframe. FSO references gladly pro- vided. Licensed in VA and DC. Tel: (202) 288-6026. E-mail: jkozyn@cbmove.com Website: www.cbmove.com/johnkozyn DC METRO AREA: Whether you’re buying, selling or leasing, Jack Croddy, a former Senior career FSO, will help you achieve your real estate goals. An expert negotiator, Jack is affiliated with W.C. & A.N. Miller Realtors, a Long & Foster Company and exclusive affiliate of Christie’s Great Estates. Tel: (301) 229-4000, ext. 8345. Cell: (301) 318-3450. E-mail: arnold.croddy@longandfoster.com LONG-DISTANCE REALTOR Mary Lowry Smith makes technology work for you when you’re ready to sell or buy a home, even from overseas. A Foreign Service spouse who has been a Realtor for eight years, Mary is licensed in DC, MD and VA with Real Living at Home (a “radically differ- ent real estate company”), Dupont Circle-Chevy Chase. Tel: (301) 652-0643. Cell: (202) 247-5077. E-mail: mary@dcredlinehomes.com Website: www.dcredlinehomes ADVANCING TO MAIN STATE OR FSI? I offer FS personnel 28+ years of experience providing Exclusive Representation. My focused approach to home buying/selling makes the transition easier for you and your family. FS references gladly provided. Contact Marilyn Cantrell, Associate Broker, licensed in VA and DC. McEnearney Associates 1320 Old Chain Bridge Rd., Ste. 350 McLean VA 22101. Tel: (703) 860-2096. E-mail: Marilyn@MarilynCantrell.com . Website: www.MarilynCantrell.com WHAT ARE YOUR RETIREMENT/2nd HOME PLANS? We have a large buildable lot below market price for sale on the 15th hole of a Champi- onship Golf Course at The Resort at Glade Springs, W.Va. Ray & Laurie Meininger. E-mail: meiningers2@hotmail.com SARASOTA, FLA. PAUL BYRNES, FSO retired, and Loretta Friedman, Coldwell Banker, offer vast real estate experience in assisting diplomats. Enjoy gracious living, no state income tax and an exciting market. Tel: (941) 377-8181. E-mail: byrnes68@gmail.com (Paul) or lorbfried@gmail.com (Loretta) BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES FLORIDA REALTY. If you’re considering retirement in the Sarasota area, contact Marian Walsh, Realtor and FSO spouse, at (941) 483-0803 or e-mail: florida. walsh@gmail.com . n HOME REPAIRS NOW IS THE TIME to think about getting your home in NORTHERN VIRGINIA ready to occupy or put on the market. Whether it’s a fresh coat of paint or a bathroom and/or kitchen remodel, Door2Door Designs will do the work for you while you’re away. We specialize in working with Foreign Service and military families living abroad, and have many won- derful references from happy families. Contact Nancy Sheehy. Tel: (703) 244-3843. E-mail: Nancy.Sheehy@verizon.net Website: www.DOOR2DOORDESIGNS.COM