How YOU can make a difference in saving the planet!

Do you want to help save the environment but don't know how? Here are some helpful tips on how you can save energy in your Loudoun home. Follow these handy suggestions and planet earth won't be the only green you save. Conserving energy can also give you a little extra cash!

One simple task that can help you save some energy is controlling the temperature of your Brambleton townhome with thermostats. You can do this by:

• Installing a thermostat to manage your heating and air conditioning systems more effectively
• Lowering the thermostat on your water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit
• When heating and cooling your townhome, be sure no windows or doors are open

Another easy way to conserve power is to not leave electronics on at your Cascades condo. Here are some examples and tips on how to do this:

• Turn everything off when you leave a room, such as lights, TVs, entertainment systems, computers, and monitors
• Plug your home electronics into power strips, and turn off the power strip when you leave your home

Saving water also reduces energy consumption, so next time you visit your Ashburn villa you can:

• Only wash clothes and dishes when the washer is full; otherwise, you're wasting water!
• Take short showers to avoid using excess water

Finally, avoid using dryers at your Lowes Island abode! If possible, you can:

• Air dry dishes
• Air dry clothes

And there you have it! Some super suggestions to save you some power -- and some money!

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Loudoun County Offers Home Ownership Grants to Public Employees

Loudoun County recently announced that they are offering home ownership grants to public employees, making now the perfect time to buy a home. These new grants aid low-to-moderate income employees in buying their crib. The Loudoun County Department of Family Services is offering $5,000 towards a house anywhere in Loudoun, $15,000 for a foreclosed property, and $25,000 for an abode in Loudoun County's Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP).

What does this mean for you? Well, if you work in and are thinking of moving to Loudoun County, you may be eligible for a home ownership grant, which would greatly assist you in buying a house. However, if you don't work in Loudoun and would still like to move there, contact Ask Gina & Company today at 703-574-3478 to grant your wish to buy a Northern Virginia home!

What are you doing this Fourth of July?

Summer is here, and with it comes the Fourth of July, a time when all sorts of fun events are going on. Here are just a few events in the Loudoun are that you could attend!

Fireworks at Trump

If you're looking for a grand display of fireworks, or just a great time with family and friends, the Trump National Golf Club, located in Lowes Island, is the place for you! With plenty of kid-friendly games, this is perfect for families. This event also has pool that everyone can enjoy, and a variety of food options so that all celebrants have something they'll enjoy. And if none of that seals the deal for you, there is also a dazzling fireworks show at the end of the night!

Old Time Virginia Fourth of July Festival

If you'd rather have a more traditional celebration, this could be what you're looking for. Come to Claude Moore Park in Leesburg to have a classic experience, with activities such as wagon and pony rides, pie eating contests, and much more! You can also enjoy live music and food! This is a great, casual way to celebrate this coming Fourth of July.

City of Fairfax Independence Day Show

Maybe all you need for a successful Fourth of July is a little music. If so, the City of Fairfax Independence Day Show is perfect for you. This musical event held at Fairfax High School has food, fun, and good times all around! Everybody who comes to this show is pleased with what they see. To top off the festivities, the night ends with the classic Fourth of July tradition, fireworks! If you're looking for some free Fourth of July fun with music, consider this show as your Fourth of July event.

No matter how you celebrate this holiday, make sure to stay safe and have some fun! Ask Gina & Company wishes you a fantastic Fourth!

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What do Godzilla, Miller & Smith, and fireworks have in common?

One Loudoun is THE new downtown area of Loudoun County, with plenty of fun-filled events that you can participate in! Whether you're headed to The Alamo on July 1st to see Godzilla, the King of Monsters himself  or off to Bready Park on the Fourth of July to have a blast with some family or friends, you're bound to have a great time! One Loudoun has an enjoyable experience waiting for everybody this summer!

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Great Safety Tips for Superb Sterling Summer Fun!

Tis the season to be explosive!

Loudoun County has some suggestions on how to stay safe this exciting fourth. Whether you are going to Leesburg for some family fun or to Trump in Lowes Island for the country club experience, Northern Virginia has a lot to offer. 

Please check out these tips from the local fire marshals to make sure your festivities aren't ruined by a fireworks mishap. 

Stay safe this summer and HAVE FUN!

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