This is a sponsored post by Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

Here’s a look at what homes changed hands in Reston in the last week. Thinking of putting yours on the market? Contact me and I can give you a detailed analysis of prices in your neighborhood.

• 2012 Colts Necks Road, 1 BR, 1 BA Condo. Sold price: $189,900
• 10722 Midsummer Drive, 4 BR, 2.5 BA SFH. Sold price: $625,000
• 1559 Bennington Woods Court, 3 BR, 3.5 BA TH. Sold price: $430,000
• 12000 Market Street #327, 2 BR, 2 BA Condo. Sold price: $399,900
• 11990 Market Street, #1203, 2 BR, 2 BA Condo. Sold price: $810,000
• 11906 St. Johnsbury Court, 2 BR, 2.5 BA TH. Sold price: $400,000
• 1330 Garden Wall Court, 2 BR, 1 BA Condo. Sold price: $225,000
• 12000 Market Street #159, 3 BR, 2 BA Condo. Sold price: $533,000

This is a promoted post by a Reston homeowner.

• Listing Price: $444,900
• Address: 11975 Greywing Ct, Reston, VA 20191

Now available for sale by owner: three-bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse with loft, carport and storage.

This 1,725-square-foot townhouse features a walkout kitchen to a deck, as well as a second walk out from living room to a patio.

The townhouse, built in 1972, is located in a very quiet neighborhood. It has gas heat, all new double pane windows, a 5-year-old year and fresh paint.

The house also had has new bathrooms and a new washer and dryer.

Please call or email Gia Walker 703-587-4675, [email protected] for more information.

Meet Tucker, a male Jack Russell Terrier mix who is looking for a new home.

Here is what the people at Safe Haven Puppy Rescue have to say about him:

What an AWESOME guy!!! Tucker is a 6-year-old, 12-pound, long hair Jack Russell Terrier mix. His owner surrendered him to the shelter when she started having health problems and could no longer care for Tucker.

Tucker is a very loving little boy who gets along with other dogs He loves people and is looking for a new person to call his own.

Tucker is up to date on all his shots and has been neutered. He has an adoption fee of $325 ,which includes micro-chip.

This little guy is going to bring lots of joy to some lucky family. For an adoption application, please contact the adoption coordinator, Dondra at [email protected].

Are you and Tucker a match? If so, let us know and our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, will send you $100 in Becky’s Bucks, as well as some treats.

Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?

Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.

Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.

This is a sponsored post by Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

Reston is seeing lots of closings in June as a result of the spring market. Here’s a look at some of the homes that sold in the last two weeks:

• 12000 Market Street, 3 BR, 2 BA Condo. Sold price: $533,000
• 2190 Golf Course Drive, 3 BR, 3.5 BA TH. Sold price: $445,000
• 11104 Wedge Drive, 4 BR, 3.5 SFH. Sold price: $742,000
• 11447 Washington Plaza W, 3 BR, 2.5 BA TH. Sold price: $670,000
• 1544 Poplar Grove Drive, 3 BR, 2 BA TH. Sold price: $379,000
• 11735 Dry River Court, 4 BR, 3.5 B TH. Sold price: $455,000
• 11526 Pine Cone Court, 3 BR, 2.5 BA TH. Sold price: $465,000
• 1577 North Village Drive, 3 BR, 2.5 BA SFH. Sold price: $825,000
• 11191 Longwood Grove Drive, 5 BR, 4.5 BA SFH. Sold price: $980,000
• 2022 Lakebreeze Way, 4 BR, 3.5 BA TH. Sold price: $620,000
• 2004 Chadds Ford, 4 BR, 3.5 BA TH. Sold price: $647,000

This is a sponsored post by Anna Gibson, owner of AKG Design Studio and an award-winning, certified kitchen and bathroom designer. AKG Design Studio is a boutique design firm specializing in kitchen, bathroom designs and cabinetry sales. Contact her at 571-989-2541 or [email protected], and check out her work on Houzz; Pinterest; Facebook; and Twitter.

No matter the type of home you have, if you’re planning a kitchen redesign or remodel, the following items will need to be considered.

Before you get to color and the infusion of “style,” pay attention to the budget and the bones, the layout and your lifestyle —  and don’t forget to consult an industry professional or two along the way!

Budget – Complete kitchen remodel budgets vary between 6 and 10 percent of your home’s value. The current market dictates about a 10- percent return on a kitchen renovation at the time of sale. When deciding between saving and splurging, pay attention to the items that will add the most value to your home and your life. Efficient appliances and durable Read More

Meet Donovan, this week’s Reston Pet of the Week who is in need of a new home. Here is what his people at Mutt Love Rescue have to say about him:

Donovan is a one- to two-year-old boy who is on the thin side at about 40 lbs. He came from a rural shelter that was brimming full and we knew he probably wouldn’t make it out if we didn’t take him.

How can you deny that face?? Donovan is very shy and badly needs a loving foster or forever home to help him learn the world can be a wonderful place.

We have adoption events every Saturday  from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at or write to [email protected].

This weekend’s adoption event is Saturday, June 11th, noon – 3 p.m. at Weber’s Pet Supermarket; 2599 John Milton Dr; Herndon.

Are you and Donovan a match? If so, let us know and our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, will send you $100 in Becky’s Bucks, as well as some treats.

Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?

Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.

Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.

This is a sponsored post by Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

When I think of summer sports, two come to mind: tennis and golf. In Reston, we have two golf courses and 58 tennis courts.

On these nice spring days, getting outside to play golf or tennis just feels like the right thing to do. If you’re new to Reston, here is the lowdown on local golf and tennis:

Reston Golf Courses

Legendary golf architect Ed Ault built both of Reston’s beautiful courses: Hidden Creek Country Club and Reston National Golf Course.

Hidden Creek Country Club

The Hidden Creek Country Club course is a classic, playable design renowned for its meticulously landscaped tees and greens where beautiful plants and flowers adorn each hole. This PGA-quality course is a favorite for serious golfers. Click here for club membership information.

Reston National Golf Course

Located in South Reston, Reston National Golf Course is Reston’s public golf course. This secluded course is full of shaded fairways that provide a Read More

This is a sponsored post by Anna Gibson, owner of AKG Design Studio and an award-winning, certified kitchen and bathroom designer. AKG Design Studio is a boutique design firm specializing in kitchen, bathroom designs and cabinetry sales. Contact her at 571-989-2541 or [email protected], and check out her work on Houzz; Pinterest; Facebook; and Twitter.

There are many reasons a small kitchen might be preferable for homeowners — from downsizing to apartment living to buying a vacation cottage. In Reston, the high-priced market and lots of townhouses means some of us have smaller kitchens by circumstance rather than by choice.

The good news is that industry professionals have responded to the trend to live smaller with plenty of efficient, stylish options. Here are my suggestions to add storage to a small kitchen without sacrificing on design.

Narrow Your Appliances

Getting that dream kitchen, even in a small space, is still possible. Select high-end appliances with a minimal footprint that fit perfectly into your space. A tall, narrow refrigerator can give you the same amount of space as a traditional sized one.

You don’t have to sacrifice functionality either. Two appliances I like are a Liebherr CS136 24-inch, counter-depth, bottom-freezer refrigerator and a Miele slimline dishwasher. These have all the regular features of a mainstream model with a fantastic built-in look.

Think Outside the “Cabinet” Box Read More

This is a sponsored post by Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

Yes, you can have it all. The privacy of a single-family home, the convenience of a townhome community, and easy access to shopping, schools, and recreation. That place is Arbor Glen in North Reston.

The Arbor Glen community of 44 townhomes was built between 1986 and 1988.

Privacy was top priority when Miller & Smith designed these spacious three- and four-bedroom homes.

The townhouses are arranged in groups of four to six in a “Z” row, which means that each house feels more private — you never look in to a neighbor’s house, and the row design minimizes noise from the adjoining homes. Read More

This is a promoted post by Bright Horizons Family Solutions.

Bright Horizons Family Solutions® is excited to announce that they will be opening a new state-of-the-art child care center at 11400 Commerce Park Dr. The new center will serve families in Reston and the surrounding communities.

The new center’s opening will allow area working parents the opportunity to balance their work and family life, while providing high-quality early education for their children.

Bright Horizons at Commerce Metro Center will serve 164 children and will offer Infant, Toddler, Twos, Preschool, and Kindergarten Prep programs.

The center’s features include a Movement Matters Zone complete with rock climbing wall and ballet barre; STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) Lab; playground; SMART Board; touchscreen computers, high-quality curriculum, and more. The center will offer full-time child care as well as drop-in/back-up care on a space available basis. Read More

Meet Liberty, a young Collie in need of a forever home who is this week’s Reston Pet of the Week. Here is what her friends at Collie Rescue Inc. have to say about her:

Meet Liberty! Isn’t she a major cutie? She is a mix of various breeds, and sometimes those make the cutest pups!

Liberty is a young gal who is about 1-to-2 years old and weighs 20 pounds. Liberty is sweet and gentle. Everyone who meets her falls in love because she is such a cuddle bug. Even though she is a puppy, she is not high energy and does not require a ton of exercise to wear her out. However, she does like to run around and play each day, especially with her toys.

She loves to play with other dogs, and we are hoping to find her a home where she will have another young dog to play with. She also would do best in a home without younger children. She also likes to nibble on some things, which is normal for a puppy like her.

Overall, Liberty loves to be the center of loving attention! We are teaching Liberty to walk on a leash and get acclimated to new sights and sounds. She gets nervous in new surroundings and around new dogs, but once she learns that everything will be OK, she eases right in and joins in on the fun! She will be a wonderful ‘cuddle bug’ for a loving family!

Contact CRI if you’re interested in learning more about Liberty. If you are interested in rescuing a collie, please complete the short adoption questionnaire. Our standard adoption fee is $350. This fee helps us to cover the expense of providing each dog with a Health Exam, Rabies/DHPP vaccines, Heartworm Test, Heartworm Preventative, Flea & Tick Protection, Microchip, Neuter/Spay, and a bath.

Are you and Liberty a match? If so, let us know and our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, will send you $100 in Becky’s Bucks, as well as some treats.

Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?

Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.

Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.

This is a sponsored column by attorneys John Berry and Kimberly Berry of Berry & Berry, PLLC, an employment and labor law firm located in Plaza America that specializes in federal employee, security clearance, retirement, and private sector employee matters.

On May 18, 2016, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule making millions of middle-class workers eligible for overtime pay for the first time.

The new DOL rule, which was last updated more than 10 years ago, is set to go into effect on Dec. 1, 2016. A lot of things have changed in the time since the last revisions with respect to wages and inflation. By far, the most significant change in the new regulation is that the DOL has doubled the annual salary threshold that determines overtime pay eligibility.

Prior to the new rule, workers who earned more than $23,660 a year were not eligible for overtime pay, which is time and one-half of a worker’s regular hourly rate of pay, if they worked beyond 40 hours in a workweek and performed certain executive, professional, or administrative duties. The new DOL rule leaves the existing duties test in place but increases the annual salary threshold to $47,476. It is estimated that the new regulation will extend overtime pay to over four million workers around the country by next year.

In addition, the new annual salary threshold of $47,476 is expected to rise to more than $51,000, based on wage growth, when the first scheduled update occurs on Jan. 1, 2020. The DOL plans to automatically increase the annual salary threshold every three years after implementation.

The move by DOL has received significant press coverage and many employers are working toward implementing the new rule. Eligible workers will likely be provided more information from their employers before the new rule goes into effect.

We represent employees in employment matters. If you need assistance with a federal retirement or an employment issue, please contact our office at (703) 668-0070 or at www.berrylegal.com to schedule a consultation. Please also visit and like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BerryBerryPllc.

This is a sponsored post by The Neurology Center of Fairfax.

Join a dynamic team in the growing field of sleep medicine. The Sleep Diagnostic and Treatment Center is seeking a Polysomnography Technologist. This center, fully accredited by American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), has four beds and is located in Fairfax, VA.

The candidate for this position must be certified by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and be eligible for licensure by the state of Virginia.

The ideal candidate should possess a high work ethic, effective communication skills, ability to work independently, and be a team player. Part-time or full-time position. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package  including health insurance. Bonus after one year of employment.

Email cover letter and resume to: [email protected] or fax to 703-940- 1497.