There are several key steps that your Virginia Licensed Real Estate Agent will help you through. Knowing what these are in advance can help you not be surprised later on:
Nesbitt Realty never makes any money from your loan. This frees us to make the most objective recommendation possible.
Know your budget, consult with a financial institution about what you can be pre-approved for.
Know your needs, including:
Number of bedrooms
Location
Walking distance to a bus stop
Walking distance to a metro stop
Price
Property condition
Age of the property
Garage Parking
Schools
Amenities (for condos)
Indoor/Outdoor pool
Putting Greens
Tennis courts
In unit washer/dryer
Utilities included in condo fees
Basketball courts
Bowling
Concierge service
Controlled access
Realize that something will have to give to get what you want, prioritize your needs so that you can get the most important features.
Budget time and money:
Finding any home is easy. Finding the right home requires time invested in looking at properties.
Money for down-payments and closing costs can vary from a couple percentage points to a cash purchase where you provide the entire amount up front.
Homeowner's Association or Fee Simple?
Benefits of No Association
Absence of monthly homeowners or condo fees
Less stringent rules and regulations
No homeowners or condo association that can impose restrictions without your consent
Fewer parking restrictions and fees
Homeowner Association Benefits
No need to save money to cover what condo fees will cover:
Roof repairs/replacement
Common area repairs
Yard Maintenance
Maintenance, paving, and plowing of the driveway, sidewalks, and curbs.
Siding and gutter maintenance or repair
Some have controlled access
On site community amenities from club rooms to pools and exercise rooms
Nestled between King Street (Route 7) and West Braddock Road in Alexandria VA, Victorian Hills dates back to the late 1960s. These beautiful single family homes are a rare find. With ample size lots and a secluded feel granted by trees with history this community combines being close to the heart of Alexandria without the metropolis feel. The colonial style construction gives a comforting air that can only say "Welcome Home".
