Are You Prepared To Buy A Property In Alexandria?

Do you need to know more about what to do when you're preparing for house hunting in the competitive 22302 in Alexandria real estate market? Photo of 3101 Hampton Dr #1115 Understand that there’s no “great” time to acquire a residence. If 3101 Hampton Dr #1115 is the most compatible high-rise condo in Alexandria for you, don't take the chance of losing out because you’re trying to guess where the interest rates are going in the City of Alexandria. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t fluctuate quickly enough to make a meaningful difference in an individual high-rise condo’s price in 22302. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual neighborhood in the City of Alexandria where you're shopping! Every single property in Alexandria is unique. So, opportunities missed today could be gone forever. Don’t ask for too many opinions. Everyone likes a little reassurance from friends or relatives, but divergent ideas might not be compatible in an actual home purchase. 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. Photo of 3101 Hampton Dr #1115 There is no such thing as a perfect purchase in 22302. There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. Maybe you love the kitchen, but hate contemporaries homes. If it’s in the right location, the yard may be a bit smaller than you had hoped. I'll help you to make a list of priorities, then we'll focus in on that which is most important to you. Photo of 3101 Hampton Dr #1115 Don't expect someone to negotiate away their equity in Alexandria. There are other buyers in Alexandria and they are looking at the same data. If a home is under-priced, expect it to get bid up.Alexandria is filled with sellers who are well-educated, intelligent and they have access to loads of information. When you're buying a high-rise condo, you're buying a neighborhood. Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
  • views
  • privacy
  • waterfront or waterview
Formulate your plan. Don't shop for homes before you:
  • to get approved for a mortgage
  • select a Realtor
  • consider a moving schedule
  • investigate insurance
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. Reach out to me if you’d like to learn more about 3101 Hampton Dr #1115.   Read More about 3101 Hampton Dr #1115 Photo of 3101 Hampton Dr #1115 Nothing found

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.