How To Prepare For Your Real Estate Purchase In Northern Virginia

Do you need to know more about what to do to begin home evaluation in the competitive local real estate market? Photo of 1124 Priscilla Ln Know that there’s no “ideal” time to buy a home. If you find the best choice of dwelling now, you don't want to miss out because you’re trying to guess where the interest rates are going in Fairfax County. Elements like market price and interest rate usually don’t fluctuate quickly enough to make a meaningful difference in an individual house’s price in Alexandria. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual real estate involved. That's because all real estate is unique. So, a home for sale today, might not be available when the market changes. Photo of 1124 Priscilla Ln Don't poll the village for opinions. Of course, everyone likes a little reassurance, but you can confuse the desires of others, for your own needs and wants. Concentrate on your desires, and not the needs and wants of people who won't be living in the home. Photo of 1124 Priscilla Ln Know that no property is ever perfect. 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 2 full-baths.Maybe it's picture perfect, but with a price that is painful. We will prepare a list of priorites, and then focus on what you must have. Anything beyond what you absolutely must have is a win. You will never negotiate a super-deal in Alexandria, Virginia. Your home is more than a simple investment. It's your home. It's more important to get the right home than the right price. 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. When you're buying a house, you're also buying a neighborhood. Don’t get completely enamored by the physical aspects of a home to the point that you forget about important issues such as:
  • neighborhood pride of ownership
  • access to amenities,
  • views
Prepare ahead. Don’t wait until you’ve found a home to:
  • figure your budget
  • 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. Talk to me if you’d like to learn more about 1124 Priscilla Ln. Photo of 1124 Priscilla Ln  
1124 Priscilla Ln, Alexandria 22308
This incredible backyard & sunny screen porch are perfect for summer days! Spacious 4-level home in tranquil Plymouth Haven. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, hardwood flrs, inviting LR w wood-burning fp, bright white eat-in kitchen, private master suite w att BA, ... [Read more]
Price: $769,000 : 1124 Priscilla Ln, Alexandria, VA 22308 || Beds: 4 || Baths: 2 || Half-Baths: 1 || Living Area: 2,538 || Days On Market: 1 || || Waynewood Plymouth Haven || Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $4,683 || MLS: FX10227015 Photo of 1124 Priscilla Ln Photo of 1124 Priscilla Ln I am dedicated to results. Nesbitt Realty is a family-run real estate brokerage located in Northern Virginia.

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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.