Are you ready to learn what to do when you're preparing for home shopping in the competitive local real estate market?
Know that there’s no “most compatible” time to pick up a $675,000 4-bedroom detached in Alexandria, Virginia.
If you find the most compatible detached in Alexandria now, don't take the chance of losing out because you think you can predict what the future will be in the Fairfax County housing market. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a difference in an individual home’s price in Alexandria. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual real estate you're looking at. That's because, every property is unique. So, an opportunity missed today could be gone forever.
Yours is the only opinion that matters.
It's nice to have some support when you're making a big decision, but divergent ideas might not be compatible in an actual home purchase. Concentrate on your needs and wants, and not the needs and wants of people who won't be living in the home.
You'll never find a home that doesn't require a compromise.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. It's close to the Beltway, but far from your work.Maybe it's picture perfect, but with a price that is painful. We'll prioritize a list of needs and wants, and start by shopping those homes that meet your requirements.
Expect some dickering, but don't expect any freebies in Alexandria.
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. 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.
Remember your home is a part of a community.
Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
schools
views
parks
Prepare in advance.
When you find the home you want, you should have already:
figure your budget
investigate insurance
select a Realtor
think about title companies
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. Reach out to me if you’d like to learn more about 7522 Lindberg Dr.
Pride of ownership shows throughout this 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath and over sized 2-car garage home nestled in a great private neighborhood. This home backs to 100s-ac of serene quiet parkland, nestled deep in the community. Built in 2004, this ... [Read more]
6BR/4.5BA 3LVL Colonial in Great Location! 4500+ sq ft! Kit w/ 42in maple cabs, granite, backsplash, SS applncs, island/bar; opens to brkfast rm & great rm! Walkout to Deck overlooking backyard. 2 Master Suites (main & upper lvl)! Huge finished LL Rec Rm w/ high ceilings, br/ba suite, plenty storage! Best value for the location! Super convenient to shopping; mins to Metro, Ft Belvoir, Pentagon, DC!
Feels like your are walking down a beautiful, Country Road however you are walking distance to restaurants, grocery stores and many other commercial businesses. Charming home was built in 1937 and has very strong bones, unique/vintage finishes (Original, crystal doorknobs and pine doors) 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a Florida/Sun-Room, formal Dining Room. A two car, detached brick garage with electricity and a stunning, 1/4 of an acre lot. Refinished hardwoods throughout, updated kitchen with granite and newer appliances, 6 panel, pine doors, stone fireplace, glass enclosed sun/Florida room, freshly painted throughout. High ceilings. New roof, HVAC is 5 years old. All radiators have custom built covers.
Beautiful, move-in ready, 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home in a sought after location. Plenty of shopping on Rt 1 & Fort Hunt Rd. Close to Old Towne & the GW Pkwy & bike path along the river! This one owner well maintained brick & siding home has New Roof in 2017, HVAC in 2015 (main house). Freshly painted through out, refinished hardwood floors on upper level and and new carpet on lower level. Upstairs has Light & Generous spaces in Living Rm, Dining, Kitchen, Sunroom, all 3 Bedrooms & 2 full baths. Large living room has fireplace, the Dining Room w/ Chair rail. Kitchen has updated cabinets and newer appliances. Relax and enjoy, year round, the spacious, light filled Sunroom with a view of the lush green yard, mature trees and bushes. Enjoy morning coffee with eastern exposure & all year temperature controls w/its own HVAC system. Large master bedroom has its private bath LL has a large family with gas fireplace, 2 generous bedrooms, office/library, full bath, laundry room w/W/D, sink & shelves. The attached one car garage has enough room for the car & storage!
Gorgeous Alexandria Colonial in Hollin Brook Park! New roof and gutters. Refinished hardwoods. Gourmet kitchen w/ S/S appliances. Beautiful Master bath. Recessed Lighting. New garage door. Huge and private backyard! Freshly painted exterior and interior. $2500 agent bonus!
Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. -Martin Luther King, Jr.
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 “most compatible” time to pick up a $675,000 4-bedroom detached in Alexandria, Virginia.
If you find the most compatible detached in Alexandria now, don't take the chance of losing out because you think you can predict what the future will be in the Fairfax County housing market. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a difference in an individual home’s price in Alexandria. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual real estate you're looking at. That's because, every property is unique. So, an opportunity missed today could be gone forever.
Yours is the only opinion that matters.
It's nice to have some support when you're making a big decision, but divergent ideas might not be compatible in an actual home purchase. Concentrate on your needs and wants, and not the needs and wants of people who won't be living in the home.
You'll never find a home that doesn't require a compromise.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. It's close to the Beltway, but far from your work.Maybe it's picture perfect, but with a price that is painful. We'll prioritize a list of needs and wants, and start by shopping those homes that meet your requirements.
Expect some dickering, but don't expect any freebies in Alexandria.
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. 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.
Remember your home is a part of a community.
Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
