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6 Home Office Tips

March 25, 2014March 25, 2014Stuart Nesbitt

Office Nesbitt Realty — Inside the Consultation Room at Nesbitt Realty

Here are some pointers for ensuring an efficient, productive home office:

Have a door or partition to set physical boundaries and establish rules with family.
Dress for work even when at home.
Have a dedicated work line.
Include locked cabinetry if work involves confidentiality.
Establish a professional routine without too many breaks. But establish some breaks with time frames.
Plan the space to expand, perhaps with extra storage.

Maintain a healthy work and family balance by leaving work at a set time unless a project must get done.

Why is Thomas Jefferson High School Ranked First in Northern VA?

March 25, 2014March 25, 2014Aubrey Nesbitt

Thomas Jefferson High School (TJHS) thrives on competition. For example, TJHS only accepts 1 in 5

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applicants, with most of their students coming from Fairfax County residents. Additionally, TJHS is known for its strenuous academics. TJHS has been the foundation for numerous National Merit semifinalists, and almost 100 percent of their advanced placement test takers are awarded with hard earned college credit.

Facts about TJHS

First graduating class was in 1985

TJHST annual student produced research journal has won numerous national awards

Has specialized technology laboratories

Has mentorship program for individual student research

Has accelerated academic options, including summer school options

One of their eleven core beliefs is that learning never ends
Current Principal is Evan Glazer

References

"FCPS - School Profiles - Thomas Jefferson HS." FCPS - School Profiles - Thomas Jefferson HS. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2014. <http://commweb.fcps.edu/schoolprofile/profile.cfm?profile_id=300>. Maxwell, Jan, and Forest Spencer. "Top High Schools." Northern Virginia Magazine RSS. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2014. <http://www.northernvirginiamag.com/top-high-schools/>.

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A statue at Thomas Jefferson High School

Aurora Hills Branch Library is in Crystal City

March 25, 2014January 5, 2016Will Nesbitt

House at 2500 Eads St Arlington VA 22202 — House at Aurora Hills is in Arlington 22202

Crystal City is served by the Aurora Hills Branch Library. Aurora Hills Library is in a spacious, contemporary building. The collection is broad and diverse but highlights contemporary, popular fiction and nonfiction titles. Periodicals and books-on-tape are also available for borrowing. Inquire at the library to learn more about the book discussion groups that meet here monthly, or to learn more about the pre-schooler program.

Market Common at Clarendon

March 25, 2014January 5, 2016Stuart Nesbitt

Located at 2800 Clarendon Blvd., the Market Common at Clarendon features an exceptional selection of stores including Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Barnes & Noble, and a variety of restaurants, all of which are located in an attractive and architecturally stimulating street-front setting intended for both walking and window shopping. The Market Common is located near Metro's Orange Line; three blocks from the Clarendon Station.

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For more information or to set up an appointment call Stuart at (703)765-0300.

3 Reasons to Sell Now

March 24, 2014January 5, 2016Julie Nesbitt

Selling a property in this tough market can seem like a challenge. Here are rhee factors that actually make this a good time to post a For-Sale sign.

home on the hill — Home on the hill at Belle Haven

Sell low and buy low. Because all property values are down, the loss on the property a home owner sells is really only a paper loss because the next property he buys also will be a bargain. If he buys smartly, when prices come back up in a few years, he’ll be in better shape.
Good help is available. Really talented real estate practitioners, contractors, and designers are available and eager for business.
The best time to sell is when you need to sell. The worst time to sell is when you're trying to guess a market.

We get results fast and we'd love to help you. Nesbitt Realty is licensed in Virginia and we serve buyers, sellers, renters and landlords in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church and parts of Prince William County. For more information or to set up an appointment call Julie at (703)765-0300.

Early Spring in the Courtyard

March 24, 2014January 5, 2016Will Nesbitt

Courtyard at the Royalton — Sunny days are coming

The courtyard of the Royalton is a great place to find some sun in early Spring. Royalton isn't the only condo in our area with a nice courtyard though. Carlyle Square, the Palazzo at Center Park, the Plaza and Torpedo Factory are just a few of the places with great courtyards.

The Plaza swimming pool in early Spring.

Condos at 801 Pitt St S #334 Alexandria VA 22314 — St Asaph Square is in Alexandria 22314

Carlyle Square Courtyard — Spring at Carlyle Square

Condos at 2907 Saintsbury Plz #203 Fairfax VA 22031 — Saintsbury Plaza is in Fairfax 22031

The formal courtyard at the Torpedo Factory condos

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Value Comparison Of Smaller Properties At King Street Metro In 22314 In Alexandria At Condos At Carlyle Square

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What is a real estate agent?

March 21, 2014March 21, 2014Julie Nesbitt

One of the most complex and significant financial events in peoples' lives is the purchase or sale of real estate, be it a house, condo, townhouse or some other investment property. Because of this complexity and significance, people typically seek the help of real estate brokers and sales agents when buying or selling real estate. Nesbitt Realty brokers and sales agents have a thorough knowledge of the real estate market in Northern Virginia communities. Our brokers and agents know which neighborhoods will best fit our clients' needs and budgets. Nesbitt Realty real estate agents are familiar with local zoning and tax laws and know where to obtain financing. Agents and brokers also act as intermediaries in price negotiations between buyers and sellers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:

Real estate brokers and sales agents often work evenings and weekends and usually are on call to suit the needs of clients.
A license to practice real estate is required in every State and the District of Columbia.
Although gaining a job may be relatively easy, beginning workers face competition from well-established, more experienced agents and brokers.
Employment is sensitive to swings in the economy, especially interest rates; during periods of declining economic activity and rising interest rates, the volume of sales and the resulting demand for sales workers fall.

You don't need to know everything about buying and selling real estate if you hire a real estate professional who understand real estate. Paraphrasing Henry Ford, when you hire people who are smarter than you are, it proves you are smarter than they are. A real estate broker or agent acts as an intermediary between sellers and buyers of real estate (or real property as it is known elsewhere) and attempts to find sellers who wish to sell and buyers who wish to buy real estate. When buying real estate, you may have several choices as to how you want a real estate firm and its agents to work with you. For example, you may want them to represent only you (as a buyer's agent). You may be willing for them to represent both you and the seller at the same time (as a dual agent). Or you may agree to let them represent only the seller (seller's agent or subagent). Some agents will offer you a choice of these services. Others may not.

If you are selling real estate, you may want to "list" your property for sale with a real estate firm. If so, you will sign a "listing agreement" authorizing the firm and its agents to represent you in your dealings with buyers as your seller's agent. You may also be asked to allow agents from other firms to help find a buyer for your property. For more information or to set up an appointment call Julie at (703)765-0300.

To Condo or Not to Condo?

March 21, 2014January 5, 2016Stuart Nesbitt

Why choose to buy a condominium?

Condo life is a simplified way of living for those with active and busy lifestyles.

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There are a lot of reasons that people prefer to live in condos than in houses. Some condos do cost less than a traditional single family house, while offering many of the amenities/facilities that a person may not be able to afford on his own. And there are single family houses that cost the same as a condo, but of course do not have the amenities that the same costing condo can offer. A simple condo would offer its residents a pool, a gym and a party room, but a similar priced house would not have these benefits. Condo owners share the cost of maintenance. Exterior maintenance and even lawn care is handled by the condo association, while the expenses to provide that care is already a part every condo unit owner’s monthly fee. There are certain condos that include the utilities included in the condo fee and other condos that share the cost of water but pay their own utilities. Basically, a condo owner can just step out of his room and enjoy a dip in the pool or a good workout at the gym, while the latter would be on the roof cleaning out gutters or frowning down on his bills and writing checks for pay all his utilities. Therefore the question still remains to be “To Condo or Not to Condo?”

Condos
Garden
Mid-Rise
High-Rise

Condominiums are found in all shapes, sizes, prices and types. Are you looking for a high-rise condo, a mid-rise or a garden-style condo? Maybe you'd prefer a townhouse?

The term "garden-style" condo usually refers to a condominium residence in a building that has less than three stories. Most garden-style condos have balconies or patios for each residence. Many garden-style condos have a main entrance that opens to a common-area hallway. Additional common areas include the green space and "gardens" surrounding the structures. If you're interested in garden-style condos you'll have a lot of options in Northern Virginia.

From the suburban feel of Kingstowne to the central location of Bolling Brook from the vintage charm of Belle View to the chic feel of Carlyle Square, are just some of the many Northern Virginia condominium communities we feature.

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Mid-rise condos are taller than garden-style condos, but smaller than high-rise condos. Mid-rise condos in Northern Virginia are 5 to 8 stories tall and are generally found close to or inside the Beltway.

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High-rise condos have more than 9 floors. They are generally found inside the Beltway and are often located near Metro stations, public transportation, or major commuter traffic arteries like I-395.

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For more information or to set up an appointment call Stuart at (703)765-0300.

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What is the “value” of my property?

March 20, 2014March 20, 2014Will Nesbitt

Appraisers, through a formal appraisal, and brokers or salespersons, through a competitive market analysis, estimate the value of real property. Value is broadly defined as the power of a good or service to command other goods or services in exchange. There are many different types of value, including: market value, assessed value (for tax purposes), book value, insurance value, par value, rental value, and replacement value. Of these, people selling real estate will most commonly be concerned with market value.

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Market value is an estimate of the most probable price that a parcel of real estate should bring in cash in an open and competitive market. In other words, what a fair price ought to be. Do not confuse market value with market price. Market price is the actual amount paid by a buyer to a seller for a particular parcel of real estate. Market price could be higher or lower than the market value. Likewise, market rent (economic rent) is the actual rent that a lessee agrees to pay to a lessor. Market value is based on the following six assumptions:

Market value represents the most probable price, not the average or highest price;
Property has been exposed on an open market for a reasonable length of time;
Buyers and sellers are reasonably well informed about market conditions and the uses to which the property may be put;
Buyers and sellers are not related and not acting under undue pressure to conclude a transaction;
Sellers have the capacity to convey marketable title; and
Payment is made in cash or its equivalent.

However, all six of these assumptions are rarely, if ever, present. For example, a seller might be forced to sell quickly due to business reasons; an out-of-state buyer may not be well informed about the local market; or a parent may sell below market value to a son or daughter.A competitive market analysis is the only circumstance in which a broker or salesperson may estimate real estate value for a client. Remember that a broker and salesperson may only advise and assist the client. This includes advice and assistance in recommending a reasonable listing price for real estate. The broker or salesperson makes this recommendation by conducting a competitive market analysis, or CMA. A CMA compares the prices of similar properties recently sold in the same locality. A good comparable must not only be similar in location, but it must also be similar in size, age, style, and amenities. If there are no adequate comparable properties (called comparables), the broker or salesperson should recommend that the property be formally appraised. Contact me or one of our agents if you'd like to get a free comparative market analysis of what your property is worth today. See also: Can I trust Zillow to value my home? For more information or to set up an appointment call Nesbitt Realty at (703)765-0300.

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Basic Components of The Listing Agreement

March 20, 2014March 29, 2014Stuart Nesbitt

Nesbitt Realty sells homes in Northern VA

The listing agreement is a contract between a property owner and a real estate professional. The listing agreement outlines the limits that the real estate agent has when you sell your property. All listing agreements will have the following components: Writing-For real estate contracts to be enforceable they must be in writing. Employment-The listing agreement is an agreement with the broker employing the agent or property owner. Compensation-The listing agreement will show amount paid to broker which is usually a percentage of the sales. Title-Some properties have more than one owner. In this case all owners have to agree to the listing agreement. Term-Because the broker acts on the seller's behalf the listing agreement should have a term. It usually is 180 days but not less than 60 days. Fine Print-Always read the fine print. If you do not understand something your agent or broker can explain.

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