Advice For Choosing A Northern Virginia Realtor In The City Of Alexandria

The most suitable real estate pro might work for a family business (or a Fortune-400 company), and isn't necessarily born in the City of Alexandria. The best choice of Realtor for you has the patience and tools to address your unique situation,  and knows real estate advertised for sale in 22304 in the City of Alexandria. Photo of 4870 Eisenhower Ave #102 Here's some best practices for hunting for the best agent for you when you're purchasing a residence like 4870 Eisenhower Ave #102 in the City of Alexandria:
  1. Check out agent referrals. — I like Angie’s List because I know that Angie’s List voice verifies each review. You can also see if the agent or brokerage has any awards for client satisfactionPhoto of 4870 Eisenhower Ave #102
  2. Speak with a few real estate pros — The Realtor you choose should be able to clearly understand your needs. There is no one-size-fits-all. I know that I'm not the Realtor for every buyer.
  3. It's important that you have a good feeling when speaking to your real estate agent. — You want a good listener and a Realtor this isn't eager to the point of desperation. You want a Realtor that “gets you”.
  4. Find out how each Realtor identifies properties. — When selecting a Realtor, ask how they search for homes. Some agents have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s right for you, not what’s ideal for your real estate agent. So make sure the real estate pro is willing to search high and low to find the ideal abode for you. That includes using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as their own personal network.
  5. Find out more about your representation agreement. — The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all licensed agents to sign a representation agreement before showing properties or having material discussions about a specific garden-style condo. Be very wary of any agent that is not concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. Some representation agreements describe hidden administrative fees of $500 to $1000 that you must pay at closing. (Our does not.) It's critical that you examine all documents during the home buying process, and that includes your agent's representation agreement.

Julie Nesbitt

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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.