Be advised that there is no “dream” time to buy a dwelling in Centreville.
If you find the most suitable home in 20120 now, you don't want to risk losing it 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 difference in an individual home’s price in Centreville. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual neighborhood in Centreville where you're shopping. Every single property in Centreville is unique. By the same token, opportunities in real estate are unique. That special home you've found in Centreville might never be on the market again in your lifetime.
The important opinion is your opinion.
It's nice to have some support when you're making a big decision, but you can confuse the desires of others, for your own needs and wants. Concentrate on your needs and wants, and not the needs and wants of people who won't be living in the home.
Start with the assumption that no unit/flat is ever perfect.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. Maybe it's picture perfect, but with a price that is painful.The commute is perfect, but the nearby shops and restaurants aren't what you hoped for. Organize your needs and wants, and focus on properties in Fairfax County that fit your specified criteria.
Be prepared to haggle, but don't expect someone to give away real estate in Centreville, Virginia.
Fairfax County has some of the savviest home sellers in the country. They are well-coached and well-informed. Centreville is filled with sellers who are well-educated, intelligent and they have access to loads of information.
When you're buying a unit/flat like 13386-G Connor Dr in Centreville, you're also buying a neighborhood like 20120.
Don’t get completely enamored by the physical aspects of a home to the point that you forget about important issues such as:
- privacy
- resalability
- waterfront or waterview
Prepare in advance.
Don't put off these tasks. Before you shop you should:
- learn more about home inspections
- think about title companies
- consider a moving schedule
- figure your budget
- $299,900: 13386-G Connor Dr, Centreville, VA 20120 | Stonegate At Faircrest | Comparables
- $299,900: 5124-E Brittney Elyse Cir, Centreville, VA 20120 | Stonegate At Faircrest | Comparables
- $299,000: 6015 Regents Park Rd, Centreville, VA 20120 | London Towne | Comparables
- $289,900: 14423 Gringsby Ct, Centreville, VA 20120 | Newgate | Comparables
- $285,000: 6015 Regents Park Rd, Centreville, VA 20120 | London Towne | Comparables
Let me guide you to your new home.
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