Ruth Garvey

Ruth Garvey Associate Broker with Samson Properties
Real Estate Agent VA, DC, MD
Business owner
Property manager
Entrepreneur

07/31/2026

Top 3 DC-Area Neighborhoods to Call Home! 🏡✨
Looking to make a move around the DMV? Here are three spots that need to be on your radar:

1️⃣ Old Town Alexandria, VA 🧱 – Unparalleled historic charm, cobblestone streets, and a classic waterfront.

2️⃣ Arlington, VA 🚶‍♂️🏙️ – The perfect balance! Incredible walkability offering a great mix of urban energy and suburban comfort.

3️⃣ National Harbor, MD 🎡🌊 – Stunning Potomac views, endless entertainment, and fantastic affordability for the area.

Which neighborhood fits your vibe? Let us know in the comments! 👇
Ready to start your home search? Send us a DM! 📩

05/14/2026

Until 1974, single women in the U.S. could not get mortgage without a male co-signer 😵‍💫Today, single women make up nearly 45% of first-time home buyers in the DC area🙌🏻
That’s more than real estate, that’s progress, independence, and building generational wealth. 🏡✨ We need to keep the progress going 💪
Women are changing the market and proving that homeownership is one of the most powerful investments you can make in yourself and your future.

05/07/2026

🤩Just listed in McLean ✨
📍7008 Hamel Hill Ct
💲2,745,000
where luxury meets everyday convenience🤩
this stunning estate offers over 8,000 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and a backyard oasis backing directly to Lewinsville Park.
From the expansive living spaces to the incredible location, this home truly checks every box for refined Northern Virginia living. 🏡
Message me to set up a tour today!

04/11/2026

✨ Just Listed in Alexandria ✨
📍 433 Mount Vernon Ave
💰 $850,000
Move-in ready and beautifully updated, this 3 🛏 | 3 🛁 home is the one you’ve been waiting for! Just steps from the Metro, making your commute and city access effortless 🚇
Join us this weekend:
🏡 Open House
Saturday & Sunday | 12–2 PM
Don’t miss your chance to tour this incredible home in a prime location!

04/07/2026

💡 PMI… friend or foe? Let’s talk about it.
PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) is a fee added to your monthly payment when you buy a home with less than 20% down.
👉 But here’s the truth… it’s NOT as bad as people think.
PMI allows you to:
✔️ Buy sooner instead of waiting years to save 20%
✔️ Start building equity right away
✔️ Take advantage of today’s home prices (instead of risking higher ones later)
Think of it this way—PMI is temporary, but owning your home (and the equity you build) is long-term. 🙌
And the best part?
Once you reach enough equity (usually 20%), you can often remove it.
✨ Don’t let PMI hold you back from becoming a homeowner 👉message me for more info

04/06/2026

💡 PMI… friend or foe? Let’s talk about it.
PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) is a fee added to your monthly payment when you buy a home with less than 20% down.
👉 But here’s the truth… it’s NOT as bad as people think.
PMI allows you to:
✔️ Buy sooner instead of waiting years to save 20%
✔️ Start building equity right away
✔️ Take advantage of today’s home prices (instead of risking higher ones later)
Think of it this way—PMI is temporary, but owning your home (and the equity you build) is long-term. 🙌
And the best part?
Once you reach enough equity (usually 20%), you can often remove it.
✨ Don’t let PMI hold you back from becoming a homeowner
👉message me for more info!

04/02/2026

✨ Just Listed in Reston ✨
📍10913 Howland Dr Reston, VA
💰$1,050,000
Welcome to your private retreat in the heart of it all! This beautifully updated, move-in ready home blends modern upgrades with peaceful surroundings 🌿
🏡 Highlights:
• Brand-new HVAC (2025)
• LVP flooring (2022)
• Updated kitchen & baths
• Rare oversized detached 2-car garage (2022)
Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, enjoy an open floor plan that flows seamlessly to an expansive deck backing to trees and trails 🌳
📍 Unbeatable location near Lake Audubon, Walker Nature Center, and the W&OD Trail. Plus, just minutes to Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, Reston Town Center, and Dulles International Airport ✈️
Live where lifestyle meets convenience—Reston amenities include lakes, pools, tennis & pickleball courts, miles of trails, and year-round community events 🎾. Message me for more info!

Address

6363 Walker Lane #130
Alexandria, VA
22310

Telephone

+15712157202

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