Driving the news:
According to The Washingtonian, two local endurance runners—Phil Hargis and Mike Wardian—are staging the Taco Bell 50K on Saturday, November 29. It’s an ultramarathon that covers roughly 31 miles across Alexandria, Arlington, and DC with nine mandatory Taco Bell stops. Participants must eat at least one menu item at each stop and keep the receipts to prove it.

Why it matters:
This isn’t your typical ultra. It’s a low-stakes, high-community challenge that welcomes walkers and joggers, blends urban sightseeing with a food gauntlet, and is tailor-made for shareable stories.

How it works:

  • Start/finish at the Taco Bell Cantina, 417 King St, Alexandria, VA.

  • Visit nine Taco Bell locations in order; route between stops is…

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If you've been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the market to shift in your favor, I've got news for you.

The latest survey from Bright MLS reveals something we haven't seen in years: buyers are actually getting their offers accepted on the first try. They're taking their time to shop. They're negotiating again. And sellers? They're making concessions that would've been unthinkable in 2021.

But here's what nobody's talking about: this shift isn't creating a flood of new buyers. In fact, many potential buyers are more hesitant now than they were a year ago.

So what's really happening in Northern Virginia? Let me break down the numbers and show you what they mean for anyone thinking about buying or selling right now.

First Offers Are…

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If you're following the Northern Virginia housing market, you've probably felt the shift. Gone are the days of 20 offers in 24 hours. With the government shutdown causing uncertainty and a general slowdown, many are asking the big question: is the market about to crash?

The short answer? No. It's normalizing.

While things are definitely slower, there's some fantastic news for buyers: interest rates are dropping. We're seeing clients lock in rates as low as 5.9% and 5.99%, a welcome relief from the 7%+ rates we saw earlier.

But the real story is in the county-level data. Here’s what I'm seeing on the ground.


The NoVA Market: A County-by-County Look


We're seeing a consistent theme across the region: active listings are at a five-year…

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Northern Virginia is a pretty snazzy spot so it makes sense that some neat inventions and innovations have come from this little nook of the U.S. To preface, there are some technicalities on this list— I.E a lot of these creations originate in ancient times, but patents for them as products emerged out of NoVa. Nonetheless I’ve compiled a list that gives Northern Virginia credit where credit is due. 

 

Camouflage

North Virginia didn’t really invent this print, the story is a bit more complicated— technicalities and all that. Camouflage had been around since 1914 when a French artist created the pattern for WWI. Then Britain adopted the ‘advance technology’, with the U.S following suit. Now this was mostly used within military context; hunters…

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By Chris Colgan | Colgan Team | Real Nova Network

November in Northern Virginia hits differently.
The leaves are still glowing, the nights are cool but not freezing, and every weekend offers something to explore — from food festivals and light shows to historic parades and early holiday markets.

If you’re looking to make the most of the season, here are eight can’t-miss November events across NoVA — all hand-picked by someone who’s been living (and loving) this region his entire life.

1. Northern Virginia Holiday Market

Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly
November 7 – 9 | $9 Admission

Website: https://www.emgshows.com/anvcm

 

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Kick off your holiday shopping early at one of the biggest markets on the East Coast. More than 300 artists and…

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A Global Tech Giant Just Put Manassas on the Map

Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company with a market cap exceeding $5 trillion, has announced plans to build a major AI Factory Research Center in Manassas, Virginia. The facility, revealed during Nvidia’s three-day artificial intelligence conference at the Washington Convention Center, signals a major shift in America’s AI infrastructure—and a massive opportunity for Prince William County.

According to reporting by The Washington Business Journal, Nvidia’s Manassas project will serve as a test site for developing gigawatt-scale AI data centers that can be replicated across the country. The company is calling this design blueprint Omniverse DSX, a next-generation digital twin platform that…

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What’s up, guys? It is Chris Colgan, your favorite Northern Virginia realtor, and as someone who has lived here my entire life, I’ve seen towns change, boom, and transform. But few have done it as impressively as Leesburg, Virginia.

Located in western Loudoun County, Leesburg is one of my absolute favorite places. It has masterfully blended its deep, 1758 historic roots with an upscale, modern, and incredibly vibrant suburban life. It's a town that truly offers two different worlds in one perfect package.

If you're considering a move to Northern Virginia, you need to see what Leesburg is all about. This isn't your standard tourist guide; this is a real, on-the-ground relocation tour of what it’s actually like to live here.

Let's get into…

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As a lifelong Northern Virginia local and realtor, I get asked one question constantly: "What's the best town to live in?" While "best" is always personal, Leesburg, Virginia, consistently makes the top of my list. It’s one of those rare places that perfectly balances historic charm with every modern convenience you could want.

I give Leesburg a solid A+. It’s not just the beautiful scenery or the impressive homes; it’s the feel of the town. It’s a place where people move and stay—often for 10-12 years or more.

If you’re considering a move to Loudoun County, here is a detailed breakdown of why you will fall in love with Leesburg, from its iconic downtown to its most sought-after neighborhoods.


1. The Unbeatable Charm of Historic Old Town

 

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By Chris Colgan — Colgan Team | Sources: Washington Business Journal & UrbanTurf

Downtown Washington, D.C. might soon be streaming something new — but not on your TV.
According to new zoning filings uncovered by Washington Business Journal and UrbanTurf, Netflix is planning to open a major new office in the historic Woodies Building on F Street NW — right in the heart of the District’s downtown revival zone.

If approved, the project would transform one of D.C.’s most recognizable buildings into a hub for technology, media, and creative innovation — just two blocks from the National Portrait Gallery and three from Capital One Arena.

A Streaming Giant Moves Into a Landmark

The proposal shows Netflix taking over the former H&M space at 1025…

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If you’re in real estate right now, you’ve probably heard the excuses.
“The market’s slow.”
“Leads are down.”
“People just aren’t buying like they used to.”

And yet, there are agents quietly earning $800,000 a year.
No giant teams. No fancy branding. No shortcuts.

We recently hosted Kody Weitzel on our Real Nova Network training call, and he broke down exactly how he did it — step by step.
This one hit different.

I’ve been doing this for over 18 years, and even I was taking notes.

The Truth About Consistency

Kody said something that stopped everyone in their tracks:

“Stop pretending you’re working. Start living in your calendar like your income depends on it — because it does.”

That’s the difference.
Most agents say they’re…

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