Do you want to learn what to do to begin for real estate hunting in the competitive Northern Virginia real estate market?
Know that there’s no “right” time to purchase a 6-bedroom 3-baths house in Fairfax County.
If you find the best home now, you don't want to risk losing it because you’re trying to guess where the interest rates are going in Fairfax County. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t fluctuate quickly enough to make a meaningful difference in an individual house’s price in Fairfax County. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual neighborhood and actual homes in Fairfax County where you're shopping. That's because all real estate is unique. So, an opportunity lost today could be gone forever.
Yours is the only opinion that matters.
It’s natural to want reassurance for such a big decision, but too many ideas from too many people can lead to analysis paralysis. Focus on the needs of the people who will actually be living in the home.
Every home in McLean requires some sort of compromise.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. The commute is perfect, but the nearby shops and restaurants aren't what you hoped for.Maybe it's close to the Metro but far from the school you want. I can help you sort out your priorities, and then focus on what you must have. Anything beyond what you absolutely must have is a win.
Be prepared to haggle, but don't expect someone to give away real estate.
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.If you pay too much, relax. I'll put an appraisal contingency in that will allow you to kick-out of the deal at no penalty if the home sales price is too high.
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:
convenience
metro accessibility
commute and traffic
Make plans now.
Don't put off these tasks. Before you shop you should:
think about title companies
investigate insurance
consider a moving schedule
select a Realtor
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. Email me if you’d like to learn more about 4115 Ridgeview Rd N.
Bright & Spacious home in beautiful community of Chainbridge Forrest, right on the border of McLean and Arlington. Upgraded kitchen: granite countertop, full-sized cabinets, eat-in kitchen, 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths. Hardwood ... [Read more]
Price: $899,990 : 4115 Ridgeview Rd N, McLean, VA 22101
|| Beds: 6 || Baths: 3 || Half-Baths: 2 || Living Area: 2,512 || Days On Market: 1 ||
|| Chain Bridge Forest || Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $5,602 || MLS: FX10237210
Will is the principal broker of Nesbitt Realty and Condo Alexandria. He is licensed in anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia, but focuses on those communities found in and around Alexandria, Arlington, Mount Vernon and Springfield/Franconia.
Will has been involved in real estate management, sales and investment for more than twenty years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army. While in the army, he studied Russian at Monterey's Defense Language Institute. He is also a "veteran of the dotcom wars" and built most of the sites associated with NesbittRealty.com
Will currently resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Old Town, overlooking New Alexandria. He is a former president of the Mount Vernon Youth Athletic Association and founded the Alexandria Fun with Friends Group. Will is the author of BattlestorM, a tabletop fantasy game, which was published by Ral Partha Publishing in the late '90's, and Arthur's Realm, a boardgame available at the Gamecrafter.
Know that there’s no “right” time to purchase a 6-bedroom 3-baths house in Fairfax County.
If you find the best home now, you don't want to risk losing it because you’re trying to guess where the interest rates are going in Fairfax County. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t fluctuate quickly enough to make a meaningful difference in an individual house’s price in Fairfax County. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual neighborhood and actual homes in Fairfax County where you're shopping. That's because all real estate is unique. So, an opportunity lost today could be gone forever.
Yours is the only opinion that matters.
It’s natural to want reassurance for such a big decision, but too many ideas from too many people can lead to analysis paralysis. Focus on the needs of the people who will actually be living in the home.
Every home in McLean requires some sort of compromise.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. The commute is perfect, but the nearby shops and restaurants aren't what you hoped for.Maybe it's close to the Metro but far from the school you want. I can help you sort out your priorities, and then focus on what you must have. Anything beyond what you absolutely must have is a win.
Be prepared to haggle, but don't expect someone to give away real estate.
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.If you pay too much, relax. I'll put an appraisal contingency in that will allow you to kick-out of the deal at no penalty if the home sales price is too high.
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 plans now.
Don't put off these tasks. Before you shop you should:
