Alisa Valdes Realtor

06/19/2026

Whether you’re looking in western Loudoun or Fairfax county, we have what you’re looking for! Stop by either open house this weekend and say hi to either me or Jeff Welsh!

06/15/2026

Congratulations to my fun and loving clients from Bluemont! We sold their home end of May and have been house hunting during their rent back ever since! In a competitive market, having a VA loan win against two other offers is a bit of a harder feat, but we did it! They were patient, amazing and kept a realistic attitude the whole way through. I couldn’t be happier for them because the truly deserved this beautiful home! Congrats guys!! Now, we close and toast! 🥂

06/15/2026

I'd like to give a huge congratulations to my amazing sellers for officially going UNDER CONTRACT🎉🏡 ... and in a multiple-offer situation!

This was truly a team effort, and I couldn't be more grateful for all of the hard work, trust, and dedication they put into preparing their home for the market. From decluttering and staging to tackling the countless details that happen behind the scenes, their efforts absolutely paid off.

Selling a home isn't always easy, but their commitment and positive attitude helped create an incredible result.

Thank you for trusting me to guide you through this important milestone. Now onto the next chapter! 🥂✨

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06/12/2026

🥂🏡 Friday Open House at 16683 Mandileigh Lane, Hamilton! 🏡🥂

Looking for your dream home in Western Loudoun? Stop by 16683 Mandileigh Lane this weekend and tour this beautiful property while enjoying refreshments served by a professional bartender on site!

✨ Beautiful Hamilton location
✨ Incredible indoor and outdoor living spaces
✨ Relaxed open house atmosphere
✨ Cocktails and refreshments while you tour

Whether you're actively house hunting, thinking about making a move, or simply want to see one of Hamilton's beautiful homes, we'd love to welcome you.

📅 Friday 6/12 from 6-8 PM (with bartender)
Saturday 6/13 from 1-3 PM
Sunday 6/14 from 1-3 PM
📍 16683 Mandileigh Lane, Hamilton, VA**

Bring a friend, enjoy a drink, and take a look around. This isn't your average open house!

Questions? Send me a message or give me a call.

Alisa Valdes | 727-403-7296
Your Western Loudoun Real Estate Expert

06/10/2026

This property is as breathtaking as it looks in the photos, if not more. A wonderful colleague of mine, Jeff Walsh, reached out to me to co-list this stunning property with him. What initially started as an off market opportunity for another set of clients turned into a wonderful, new friendship. Jeff explained that he knew the sellers of the home since he was 15 years old. However, Jeff grew up in the McLean area and was a bit newer to the Western Loudoun market. And this was a very unique property. He knew I already sold in the Philomont area so he presented the opportunity to co-list this property with him, which I gladly accepted. It’s been an honor to work with Jeff and the sellers. I’m so used to being the one who helps and gives that it was a wonderful surprise to be on the other side of things. As cheesy as it sounds, I believe that Jeff was introduced to me for a reason I have yet to fully discover, but I know he is a blessing in my life. So, thank you, Jeff, and congratulations to OUR wonderful clients on receiving FIVE offers!! Now let’s get them to the closing table! 🙌

06/05/2026

🚨 OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND!

Come check out this incredible real estate opportunity at 9764 Bragg Ln, Manassas, VA 20110. Whether you want to stop paying rent or expand your portfolio, this immaculate and updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhome offers unbeatable value. It features a great layout, a welcoming neighborhood, and a highly convenient location near local schools and major commuter routes.

📅 Saturday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

🌟 Why This Property Stands OutFirst-Time Buyers: Stop throwing money away on rent. Build your own equity in a spacious, low-maintenance starter home. With this ideal lot and wonderful updates, you won’t want to miss seeing this home!

🌟Investors: Lock in a highly rentable, steady income-generating unit in a booming Manassas market. Don't miss your chance to tour this property in person!

06/05/2026

🍹 SIP, STROLL, & HOME HUNT 🥂
Come for the gorgeous estate, stay for the custom cocktails! Join us for an exclusive Open House weekend at 20295 Sommerset Court in Purcellville, VA.

We are turning this open house into an experience. We are thrilled to feature professional bartenders from Masters of Mixology- serving up craft drinks while you tour the home and grounds. A huge thank you to our sponsor, Connor Polser from Movement Mortgage!

Tour this spectacular Ashley Springs homestead during these open house windows or schedule a private tour!

🗓️ Friday, June 5: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Saturday, June 6: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🗓️ Sunday, June 7: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

✨ Main Property Features ✨

* Acreage & Privacy: Over 6 secluded acres situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac.
* Private Pond: Beautiful water views overlooking your own 1+ acre stocked pond
* Spacious Living: A beautifully updated 3,653 sq. ft. home featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.
* Homestead Ready: Includes a functional greenhouse, chicken coop, and expansive garden space.
* Bonus Studio: Detached 2-car garage features a flexible upper studio space with a kitchenette and full bath.

📍 The Philomont Lifestyle & Convenience 📍
Nestled in the peaceful village of Philomont, this home offers a quiet country sanctuary without sacrificing proximity to modern essentials.

* Perfectly Positioned: Located right in the sweet spot between historic Purcellville and Middleburg.
* Local Attractions: Just minutes away from top-tier Western Loudoun wineries, farm-to-table dining, breweries, and all things equestrian
* Easy Commute: An easy 15-to-25 minute drive lands you in historic downtown Leesburg or the Leesburg Premium Outlets.

Bring your real estate questions and your appetite for great drinks!

05/10/2026

The most “motherly” photo I could find 🤣. My sweet, little baby who just burped up breast milk onto me. Pure and raw motherhood moment right there. This was 9 years ago. We’re officially half way through your childhood and it couldn’t make me cry more, realizing that. It truly goes by so quickly. I look back on photos and videos, and think of how cute your lisp was, how chubby your cheeks were, and how much you loved to tell mama everything. Bringing you into the world has brought us so many joys. So much growth. So much stability. Becoming your mom was the best decision I have ever made. Because of you, Mother’s Day is a joyful holiday worth celebrating again. I hope everyone has a chance to feel this love one day- whether it’s biological or adopted. To all the moms out there, especially those who have felt tragedy, I wish you all the peace and comfort today and every day. You deserve to be celebrated for your strength and love. Happy Mother’s Day ❤️💐

05/04/2026

💯 FACTS

Every year, someone announces that agents are finally finished.

The headline writes itself. New app. New algorithm. New "disruption." Same prediction.

Here's the actual scoreboard after a decade of trying:

One company burned nearly a billion dollars attempting to buy and flip homes using its own valuation tool, then quietly shut the program down.

Another slashed its workforce twice in under two years trying to make a discount model pencil out.

A third promised sellers they could skip the agent entirely and walk away with more money. The average seller who took that deal left $82,000 on the table.

Meanwhile, 97% of buyers still hire an agent.

The threat to this profession was never technology.

It was never apps, algorithms, or influencers filming walkthroughs in their first year.

The only thing that has ever actually taken business from a good agent is a better agent.

Show up more. Follow up longer. Know your market deeper.

That's the entire competitive moat.

04/28/2026

There will be NO “congratulations” for this seller! None! At least not until we close.
My clients reached out to me when their original buyer offer fell through, 2 days prior to closing, with a different agent. Given that has given them a little PTSD over this process (understandably so), we are just purely giving the public an update that it’s gone under contract. Once it closes, these guys deserve the biggest celebration ever though! Not just for selling their house, but for also welcoming a handsome baby boy that I get to share my birthday with now!! 💙💙💙 Come June, baby boy will be sleeping more and the parents will be able to enjoy a bottle of bubbly! Until then, it’s strictly good vibes and business moving along as usual! 😉
Deep breaths until closing!