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Do you need to know how to prepare for real estate hunting in the competitive McLean real estate market?

Know that there’s no “right” time to purchase. If you find the perfect house in Fairfax County now, don't take the chance of losing out because you’re trying to guess what the housing market might do. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a significant difference in an individual house’s price. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the home itself. Every single property in McLean is unique. So, an opportunity lost today could be gone forever.

The only opinion that matters . . . is yours. A bit of encouragement is helpful, but too many cooks spoil the soup. Give the most weight to your own needs and wants.

There is no such thing as a perfect purchase in McLean. There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. Maybe you really wanted more than 5 full-baths.The roof is great, but the windows need to be replaced. We will prepare a list of priorites, so that we can concentrate on the factors that are most important.

Don't expect someone to negotiate away their equity in McLean. We have a very efficient real estate market in Fairfax 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.Negotiation is definitely a part of the real estate process, but trying to “win” by getting an extra-low price or refusing to budge may cost you the home you love.

When you're buying a house, you're buying a neighborhood. Don’t get completely enamored by the physical aspects of a property to the point that you forget about important issues such as:

access to amenities,
metro accessibility
convenience

Formulate your plan. When you find the home you want, you should have already:

think about title companies
learn more about home inspections
to get approved for a mortgage
figure your budget

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 1439 Cedar Ave.

Only One Left – customize yours now! 7,140 square feet of living with every option available. Your choice of colors, 2-car oversized garage (can go up to a 4-car garage), elevator to all floors, a rooftop terrace, enormous master suite, gym, … [Read more]

Price: $1,988,000 : 1439 Cedar Ave, McLean, VA 22101 || Beds: 5 || Baths: 5 || Half-Baths: 1 || Living Area: 5,531 || Days On Market: 61 || || West Mc Lean || Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $12,286 || MLS: FX10087101