Do you need to know how to prepare home comparisons in the competitive local real estate market?
Know that there’s no “most suitable” time to purchase a 2-bedroom 2-baths dwelling.
If you find the best Traditional now, you don't want to miss out because you think you can predict what the future will be in the Arlington County housing market. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a meaningful difference in an individual semi-detached home’s price in Arlington. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual real estate you're looking at. Each property, each home is unique. By the same token, opportunities in real estate are unique. That special home you've found in Arlington might never be on the market again in your lifetime.
Too many opinions is not helpful.
Everyone likes a little reassurance from friends or relatives, but too many ideas from too many people can paralyze your decision-making. Focus on the wants and needs of the people who will actually be living in the home.
Every home in Arlington requires some sort of compromise.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. Maybe it's picture perfect, but with a price that is painful.It's close to the Beltway, but far from your work. Prioritize your home ownership desires and home ownership requirements, so that we focus in on things that are most important to you.
Don't expect someone to negotiate away their equity in Arlington.
Arlington County has some of the savviest home sellers in the country. They are well-coached and well-informed. If you pay too much, relax. I'll put an appraisal contingency in that will allow you to kick-out of the deal at no penalty if the home sales price is too high.
When you're buying a semi-detached home like 519 26th Rd S in Arlington, you're also buying a neighborhood like 22202.
Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
- proximity to shopping
- access to public transportation
- nearby restaurants
Prepare ahead.
Before you looking for homes, you'll want to:
- consider a moving schedule
- learn more about home inspections
- to get approved for a mortgage
- think about title companies
I can help with the purchase process. Even if you just need to talk to learn more about how to go forward, please don’t hesitate to call. Contact me if you’d like to learn more about 519 26th Rd S.
OPEN SAT & SUN 1-4. WOW! The best of single family living, just one less exterior wall! Driveway, backyard, covered porch! Traditional floor plan with renovated kitchen, dining room and living room on main level. Upstairs has renovated bath and … [Read more]
Price: $515,000 : 519 26th Rd S, Arlington, VA
22202
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Beds: 2 ||
Baths: 2 ||
Half-Baths: 0 ||
Living Area: 1,296 ||
Days On Market: 1 ||
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Aurora Hill ||
Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $2,614 || MLS: AR10162865