The Foreign Service Journal, July-August 2014

THE FOREIGN SERVICE JOURNAL | JULY-AUGUST 2014 75 n TEMPORARY HOUSING FULLY FURNISHED 1-BEDROOM apartment on bus line 22A, direct to FSI. All amenities included, with pool/tennis/piano/and nearby jogging trails. Easy access to 395, Shirlington, Alexandria and D.C. Great selec- tion of restaurants, bars, entertainment. Public library, theater, cinema and Harris Teeter all within easy walking distance. Short- or long-term lease. Please contact Helen. Tel: (334) 279-5650. Email: Kelly.hb@verizon.net FURNISHED ONE-BEDROOM apartments in Dupont Circle for short- term rentals. All properties are decorated with Avant garden art work and have decks/patios. Properties are within 5-minute walk to metro, banks, supermarkets, restaurants & shops. Sunshine has over 15 years of experi- ence in property management and leasing apartments. Sunshine Realty, LLC. 1428 U Street NW Washington DC 20009 Tel: (202) 234-9360. Fax: (202) 234-9367. Email: Rent@sunshinerealty.biz Website: www.sunshinerealty.biz n VACATION/HOME LEAVE UMBRIAN VILLA : Lovely 3BR/3BA stone country house with pool located 1-1/2 hour’s drive north of Rome. Contact www.casa-sirena.com for info and rates. WHERE TO SPEND HOME LEAVE... How about by the lake? Charming lakeside cottage in New Hampshire for rent year-round by week or month; sleeps five comfortably. Relax on the deck, play on our sandy beach, kayak, swim or bike around seven- mile Highland Lake, or explore the beautiful Monadnock region. Linens supplied, laundry on site. Rates vary by season; discounts for FSOs and/ or longer stay. CONTACT bordulac@yahoo.com for details. 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. Email: Erik@Peakeinc.com Website: www.peakeinc.com n REAL ESTATE LONG-DISTANCE REALTOR will make technology work for you when you’re ready to buy or sell a home, even from overseas. Foreign Service spouse. Licensed in DC, MD & VA with Real Living at Home Properties, 11 Dupont Circle, Tel. (301) 652-0643. Mary Lowry Smith, REALTOR® Cell: (202) 247-5077. Email: mary@dcredlinehomes.com Website: DCRedLineHomes.com Visit DC Red Line Homes Real Estate on Face Book. 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. Email: 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. Email: 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. Email: arnold.croddy@longandfoster.com 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. Email: 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. Email: meiningers2@hotmail.com FOR SALE: Elegant Lakefront Chalet, Lake Lure, NC (near Asheville). In Golf Resort w/private dock on mountain lake, entertainment decks with crafted stone outdoor fireplace, screened porches & gazebo-hot tub, landscape lighting; furnished (or unfurn.); 3BR, 2BA. Rental options until Sold. $429K. MLS #: WNCRMLS-551559 Keller Williams Realty. Tel: (828) 980-1535. Email: patpearson@aol.com Website: http://fusion.realtourvision.com/idx/16135 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. Email: 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. Tel: (941) 483-0803 or Email: florida.walsh@gmail.com