Do you want to know how to get ready for small residence hunting in the competitive local real estate market?
Understand that there’s no “most compatible” time to get a home.
If you find the ideal home now, don't take the chance of losing out because you’re trying to guess where the housing market and interest rates are going. Factors like market price and interest rate almost never change enough to make a difference in an individual garden-style condo’s price. A larger factor is the property itself. That's because, every property is unique. So, a home for sale today, might not be available when the market changes.
The important opinion is your opinion.
A bit of encouragement is helpful, but too much input can actually confuse you rather than enlighten you. Give the most weight to your own needs and wants as well as the needs and wants of others who will be living in (or paying for) the home.
Start with the assumption that no real estate is ever perfect.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. Maybe it's close to the Metro but far from the school you want.Maybe the home has 1 bedrooms but no garage parking. I can help you sort out your priorities, then we'll focus in on YOUR home ownership goals.
You're buying a home, not a car.
We have a very efficient real estate market in Arlington County and most homes will trade for about what they are worth. There are very few properties that sell for more or less than the appraised value.Just because a home has been sitting for a long time, doesn't mean that the seller is willing to negotiate. Sometimes it means just the opposite.
Remember your home's value is wrapped up in it's location.
Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
nearby restaurants
noise level
metro accessibility
Make preparations before you hunt for homes.
Before you shop there are some tasks to take care of. Don’t wait until you’ve found a home to:
learn more about home inspections
figure your budget
list your priorities
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. Call me if you’d like to learn more about 4069 Four Mile Run Dr #104.
4069 Four Mile Run Dr #104, Arlington VA 22204 || $314,950
Julie Nesbitt is an ABR who has served buyers in some of Alexandria’s most exclusive neighborhoods. She is a top producing agent who has listed and sold property in Northern Virginia. In addition to helping folks buy, sell and rent property in Northern Virginia, Julie is the primary administrator of the property management services performed by Nesbitt Realty and Condo Alexandria. Call Julie at (703)765-0300.
Understand that there’s no “most compatible” time to get a home.
If you find the ideal home now, don't take the chance of losing out because you’re trying to guess where the housing market and interest rates are going. Factors like market price and interest rate almost never change enough to make a difference in an individual garden-style condo’s price. A larger factor is the property itself. That's because, every property is unique. So, a home for sale today, might not be available when the market changes.
The important opinion is your opinion.
A bit of encouragement is helpful, but too much input can actually confuse you rather than enlighten you. Give the most weight to your own needs and wants as well as the needs and wants of others who will be living in (or paying for) the home.
Start with the assumption that no real estate is ever perfect.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. Maybe it's close to the Metro but far from the school you want.Maybe the home has 1 bedrooms but no garage parking. I can help you sort out your priorities, then we'll focus in on YOUR home ownership goals.
You're buying a home, not a car.
We have a very efficient real estate market in Arlington County and most homes will trade for about what they are worth. There are very few properties that sell for more or less than the appraised value.Just because a home has been sitting for a long time, doesn't mean that the seller is willing to negotiate. Sometimes it means just the opposite.
Remember your home's value is wrapped up in it's location.
Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
Make preparations before you hunt for homes.
Before you shop there are some tasks to take care of. Don’t wait until you’ve found a home to:
4069 Four Mile Run Dr #104, Arlington VA 22204 || $314,950
