Do you need to know more about what to do when you're beginning for home hunting in the competitive local real estate market?
It's important to know that in 22304 in the City of Alexandria there is no “best choice of” time to buy.
If you find the dream garden-style condo now, you don't want to miss out because you’re trying to guess where the interest rates are going. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a significant difference in an individual garden-style condo’s price. A much bigger factor is the home itself. That's because all real estate is unique. By the same token, opportunities in real estate are unique. That special home you've found in the City of Alexandria might never be on the market again in your lifetime.
Don't poll the village for opinions.
A bit of encouragement is helpful, but it's hard to hear you're own thoughts, if you're taking in advice from many people. Concentrate on your own desires, and not the needs and wants of people who won't be living in the home.
Start with the assumption that no home 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 1 full-baths.Maybe the home has 2 bedrooms but no garage parking. I'll help you separate what you want from what you need, and then fix our attention on those properties in Alexandria that fit your specified criteria.
Sometimes you can negotiate the price, but not always.
Alexandria is filled with sellers who are well-educated, intelligent and they have access to loads of information.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 garden-style condo, 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:
- parks
- nearby restaurants
- privacy
Prepare ahead.
When you find the home you want, you should have already:
- to get approved for a mortgage
- consider a moving schedule
- learn more about home inspections
- 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 4951 Brenman Park Dr #403.
4951 Brenman Park Dr #403, Alexandria VA 22304 || $374,900
4951 Brenman Park Dr #403, Alexandria VA 22304 || $374,900
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Contact us at (703)765-0300 to speak to a real estate agent that cares about your needs. I love Northern Virginia real estate.
