Nesbitt Realty is a family-run small brokerage that appreciates the opportunity to serve your Northern Virginia real estate needs. Is it time to market your place of residence in 22303? I figure out the unique challenges of selling affordable like 2305 Farrington Ave #102 at Farrington Place in 22303 in Fairfax County. I'll prepare a marketing plan, and work that plan get that home sold quickly at the highest possible price.
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Julie Nesbitt is very knowledgeable about the specifics of Alexandria real estate and is able to navigate the garden-style condo sale process with ease. Julie Nesbitt is on the pulse of Alexandria, Virginia real estate and knows local market in Northern Virginia. From staging your home for listing all the way to the closing, Julie Nesbitt stays on top of the details that matter.
Keep in mind these tips: Getting your clutter out of the way will not only improve the garden-style condo showings, but also makes it easier for you to pack your things. Homes that don’t get shown don’t get sold. Keep in mind that many foreclosures and short sale listings are vacant, so they can be shown anytime. The expectation is that a buyer can see your small garden-style condo on short notice.
Real Estate Photography Tips
Exterior of House
Move cars away from front and / or rear of house and close garage doors.
Move trash cans and recycling bins inside or away from house.
Living room
Remove newspapers from driveway and sweep leaves.
Open deck furniture umbrellas, remove grill covers and put any deck cushions on furniture.
Hide toys and sporting equipment in garage or storage containers.
Interior of House
Turn on all interior lights and open all blinds. Make sure any burned out light bulbs have been replaced.
Clean vertical surfaces that reflect light such as mirrors, refrigerators, windows, television screens, etc.
Hide all pet beds, toys, bowls, etc. in a closet or storage container.
Remove items other than non-religious framed art or decor hanging from walls.
Keep in mind that items being moved from room to room will show in photos of other rooms, so please hide items in closets and / or storage areas that will not be photographed
Kitchen
Clear off countertops
Remove hanging dish towels and small area rugs.
Hide garbage can along with pet food bowls, mats and other items.
Bedroom
Make beds and be sure the mattress or any objects under the bed are not showing
Hide all personal items such as books, phones, remotes, etc. (Tip: You can hide them under the pillows!)
We suggest that personalized decor be removed from children’s rooms so their names and pictures don’t show in the photos which will go on the internet.
Foyer
Make it look as large as p0ssible by removing shoes, coats, throw rugs, etc.
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Dining Areas
If dining area is small, remove extra leaves from tables to make the room look larger.
Show off the woodwork on the table by removing protector, tablecloths or placemats.
Remove extra dining chairs from the room so it doesn’t look overcrowded and smaller than it really is.
Living Areas
Keep the floors as clear as possible to emphasize the beauty of any wood floors
Make sure all televisions and computer monitors are turned off, and if portable hide from view
Clear surfaces such as end tables and coffee tables of items that are not decorative, and hide all magazines, books, remotes, tissue boxes, etc.
Bathrooms / Powder Rooms
Wash all mirrors. Even the smallest splatter mark is magnified in photos.
Hide the trash can, toilet brush, bathmats and plunger.
Remove family bath and hand towels. (Tip: Don’t forget to remove the robe hanging on the back of the door.) You can keep a clean decorative / nice towels hung neatly.
Remove All toiletries from the counter and the shower/tub area, such as shampoo bottles, razors, toothbrushes, etc.
Make sure the toilet paper roll isn’t empty or hanging down off the roll.
We have offices in Alexandria, Ballston, Reston and Mclean. Feel free to call us at (703)765-0300 for more information.
Market Values
Contact me (Julie Nesbitt) today to get a free estimate of your small home's value.
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.
