Buying a Home in Northern Virginia: A Step-by-Step Guide So you're thinking about buying a home in Northern Virginia, congratulations! Whether this is your first home or your fifth, this market has its own personality, and I want to make sure you feel prepared before you dive in. I've been helping buyers all across Fairfax, Arlington, Vienna, McLean, Alexandria, and Centreville for years, and I'll tell you what I tell every single client who sits down with me: the more you un