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A White Christmas at Carlyle Towers

March 18, 2014March 18, 2014Will Nesbitt

I thought today might be a good day to remember Snowmageddon from a few years back.

blizzard 2009 — Carlyle Towers is ready for the holidays with wreaths and garlands!

Alexandria real estate — Carlyle Towers is in Alexandria VA

Carlyle Towers Realtor — Carlyle Towers after the big snow of 2009

from the snow of 2009 — As soon as the snow was shoveled folks were out and about in the Carlyle District.

Tips for Pricing your Home or Condo

March 11, 2014March 11, 2014Julie Nesbitt

Consider comparables.

What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities? If you live in Old Town Alexandria, it's important to look at what homes have sold for in Old Town Alexandria. If you live in Kingstowne look at sales prices of similar homes in Kingstowne. Also, understand the distinction between sales price and listing price. When looking at comparables, the sales price is what the home actually sold for.

Consider competition.

How many other houses are for sale in your area? What condos are for sale in your building? Are you competing against new homes? Are they building a brand new condominium across the street? In this case the listing price is what other people are asking for their homes. I hate to be the one to tell you, but no one cares what you paid for your home. Whether you paid too much or too little, the price is still governed by homes listed for sale now and homes that have sold.

Consider your contingencies.

Do you have special concerns that would affect the price you'll receive? For example, do you want to be able to move in four months? The more hoops you expect to put your buyer through, the lower price you can expect. This is true for buyers moving to the area to work at the Pentagon or for tech savvy buyers working in Tysons Corner.

Get an appraisal.

For a few hundred dollars, a qualified appraiser can give you an estimate of your home's value. Your Condo Alexandria REALTOR® can make some recommendations, or if you prefer at no charge we can prepare a comparative market analysis to see what you home might sell for. We'll take a look at homes that are for sale now and similar homes that have sold recently.

Be accurate.

Studies show that homes priced more than 3 percent over the correct price take longer to sell. This is probably even more true now that we are in a buyer's market.

Know what you'll take.

In the end, it's critical to know what price you'll accept before beginning a negotiation with a buyer. For more information or to set up an appointment call Julie at (703)765-0300.

What is a realtor?

March 10, 2014March 29, 2014Julie Nesbitt

According to the National Association of Realtors:

A real estate agent is a REALTOR® when he or she is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, The Voice for Real Estate® -- the world's largest professional association.

The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

Founded in 1908, NAR has grown from its original nucleus of 120 to today's 720,000 members. NAR is composed of residential and commercial REALTORS®, who are brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers, counselors and others engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry. Members belong to one or more of some 1,700 local associations/boards and 54 state and territory associations of REALTORS®. They can join one of our many institutes, societies and councils. Additionally, NAR offers members the opportunity to be active in our appraisal and international real estate specialty sections.

REALTORS® are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Working for America's property owners, the National Association provides a facility for professional development, research and exchange of information among its members and to the public and government for the purpose of preserving the free enterprise system and the right to own real property.

Our agents are abides by this Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. We strive to give our clients value by staying current and knowledgeable about the sales and purchase process. We also constantly increase and improve our knowledge of Northern Virginia's communities, amenities and condominiums. For more information or to set up an appointment call Julie at (703)765-0300.

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February 17, 2014January 5, 2016Julie Nesbitt

Nesbitt Realty — Snow at the Watergate of Alexandria in 2009

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