Summer is just a few weeks away and one thing we love during the summer is delicious BBQ! We asked roughly 150 Loudoun County residents to help us narrow down the BEST BBQ in our area. And after whittling it down to the Top 5, we then, of course, had to taste for ourselves! We grabbed our buddy Brian from Common Food Man to help us, as he’s become quite the Pit Master himself.
In no particular order:
Monk’s BBQ – Purcellville, VA
This amazing, family owned BBQ joint is worth the drive, no matter where you live! The menu is simple – mouth-watering meats and house made sides. Sauces are also made fresh, from scratch and from local beers, wines, and spirits. They have 16 beers on tap and feature a full bar. Bonus: Bacon on a stick!! Thick, crispy, ham-like bacon… on a stick. Yum.
ResQ BBQ Grille – Leesburg, VA
ResQ BBQ just opened their first location! They’ve taken over the concession stand at Evergreen Sportsplex and the unique outdoor location makes it feel like you’re at a backyard BBQ. Their menu features an assortment of sandwiches, snacks, and a flavorful, juicy brisket.
Bonus: Don’t skip the Jumbo Chicken Wings (seriously jumbo!) and their IPA BBQ Sauce. They also offer catering!
Urban Bar-B-Que Company – Ashburn, VA
Tender and tasty BBQ for sure. They have a good selection of meats, salads, sandwiches, chili, and “house made” side items. Do yourself a favor and order the BBQ-Ranch Beans. Those alone are worth the trip! Bonus: 1/2 Price Ribs on Tuesdays from 4-9PM, craft beers and Lost Rhino Root Beer on-tap!
Carolina Brothers Pit Barbeque – Ashburn, VA
A true BBQ “Joint”! This true North Carolina BBQ meat is hickory smoked, and the pork, beef and chicken are hand-shredded. Ribs fall off the bone and there are a great selection of sauces. The menu is simple and straightforward. All the sides are “house made” and very tasty. Bonus: Amazing corn bread and fresh baked pie!
TaQue Mexican BBQ – Ashburn, VA
An interesting twist on the traditional. This new, locally owned and operated spot is where taco meets BBQ. The Pit Master smokes all the meat for about 12 hours, then hand pulls it. Besides being able to build your own taco, the menu features a yummy chili (a family recipe!), salad options, and kids meals. Bonus: There’s a bar! And all meats, sauces, and most ingredients are gluten free!
There happen to be quite a few homes within walking distance of all of these fabulous BBQ eateries. If you’re thinking of buying a home,
contact us today. A new home and great BBQ – you can’t go wrong!
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So what does that mean in plain English? If you are purchasing a home, ratification of the contract begins the moment the contract has been delivered to all parties with ALL of the terms agreed to in writing. This is the moment when you all are committed to each other and the terms of which you have agreed to work under. This is the moment when the timelines that you set in the contract begin (unless otherwise stated that they begin based on other terms). So your Realtor is congratulating you on the fact that all parties have reached an agreement and will be moving forward.
point of being ratified, so getting your contract ratified means they are committing to your terms and no one else’s. Also, as the Purchaser, you will want to know when the home inspection deadlines, appraisal deadlines, financing contingencies and other contingencies actually start. You will want to ensure that you meet the terms of your agreement and stay within the timelines to protect certain rights of yours within the contract.
So, the next time your Realtor congratulates you on officially being “ratified”, you will know that this is in fact a great moment and worth a little celebration!
life. Children can grow up with their same friends, continuing on through school with people they are comfortable with. It helps your family grow roots, so to speak, and feel as though they are part of a community, when you have the familiarity of living in the same home, neighborhood, and town. Children’s (and adult’s!) hobbies and sports also benefit from having the same core group of neighbors, teachers, and coaches continuously supporting them when you own your home in your community.
substantially reduces your taxes owed. As a homeowner with a 30 year mortgage, most of your payment is interest on the loan. Homes generally rise in value; this is how you build equity in your home. As you slowly pay down the loan your home’s value is rising. Making improvements to your home also adds value. Another great benefit is that you get to choose the improvements instead of living with someone else’s choices. Rents in our area are continually on the rise. Provided you have a fixed rate loan, owning your home means your mortgage payment remains the same throughout the length of the loan. And with rates as low as they are today, most people are choosing a fixed rate on a 30 year loan.
control to decide if and when you move. Most rental properties are not available to rent for more than 2 years, so this means every few years you have to start the whole process of finding a home to rent and moving all over again. Stability and being in charge of your own destiny is a very powerful and liberating feeling.
Now, there are instances when buying might not be right for you. If you are not going to be in the area for more than 2 years, you probably would be better off renting. If you are saving to buy a home then maybe sacrificing and living in a small home you rent would help you save the money you need for your down payment.