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northern virginia real estate: Move In Ready North Reston Single Family Home - 01/23/22 01:01 PM

1100 Round Pebble Lane
Reston, Virginia 20194
VAFX2040370

Beautifully updated home in one of Reston’s most popular neighborhoods. Every single detail, from the roof to the bathrooms to the heating and cooling system has been thoughtfully and generously updated!
With 5 bedrooms, 4 full and one half remodeled bathrooms, a 3 car garage and bonus sunroom this home has space for all of your needs.
The main level opens to a curved staircase in the two story foyer. On your left is a quiet, spacious office with built-ins for all of your storage. To the right of the foyer is a traditional living and dining room, … (3 comments)

northern virginia real estate: The Listing Agent Showed Me The Property...Now What? - 02/20/19 09:06 AM

Before you read too far in this post, let me just say that I am writing from Virginia. Each state handles Dual Agency differently. If you are in a state other than Virginia, I am happy to try to help you find the resources to get clarity on your state guidelines.
You are standing in front of a home in a neighborhood that you really like. There is a sign in front of the house with a phone number. You call the number, you set up a showing time and the listing agent shows you the property. You really (really) like … (0 comments)

northern virginia real estate: 5 Things to Consider When Setting Your Listing Price - 03/30/16 12:34 AM

Choosing the right sales price for your home is challenging, but very, very important. Homes that are overpriced from the outset often take longer to sell and sell for less than their correctly priced counterparts. Why? It might be that buyers perceive that the seller is out of touch with the reality of the market or it could be that the buyer never even sees the home listing because it is above their price threshold. Whatever the reason, it is critical to a quick and easy sale that the listing price is set correctly from the beginning. There are a couple of items that … (21 comments)

northern virginia real estate: For Sale: 11262 Center Harbor Road in Reston, Virginia - 02/25/16 04:33 AM

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northern virginia real estate: Buyers: Should I Put a Deadline In My Northern Virginia Offer? - 02/27/14 10:47 PM

I get this question from buyers almost every time we write a contract to purchase a home in Northern Virginia. We have a lot of business professionals in this area and people are used to the way things work in the traditional business environment. Our Northern Virginia Association of Realtors® contract does not include a deadline.
So should you put a deadline in your offer? It is really up to you as the buyer. If you feel strongly about it, put it in. That said, there are some reasons that I usually advise buyers NOT to put in the deadline, if they … (2 comments)

northern virginia real estate: Buyers: Starting Your Home Search - 01/17/14 09:48 PM

If you are envisioning a new home in your future, you are probably beginning to put together your plan to find your new place. You may have even begun surfing the internet looking for new listings. STOP! Searching for your house is the easy (and fun) part. Before you even step out the door--or pull up a home-search site-- you need to get your financial home in order.
There was a great article in the Washington Post (this version is from the website, so the title is different), 1/18/2014, With home buying, planning ahead will make the multi-step process easier. This article … (2 comments)

northern virginia real estate: What would it take for you to sell your house? - 10/28/13 07:29 AM

What is the one thing that woudl get you to sell your house? Would you have to get a certain price? Would you have to net a certain amount? Would you have to haveidentified your next new home? Would your kids have to have graduated from college? Would you have to have earned that next promotion? Would you have to have had a major life event? Are you unsure? We all have one thing that would be enough to have us list and sell our home. Usually, by the time I get in the door to discuss a listing, … (0 comments)

northern virginia real estate: New KB Home Community in close-in Loudoun County, Virginia - 10/08/13 11:24 PM

Just over the border from Fairfax County into Loudoun is the community of Eastgate by KB Home.
These Condominium Townhouses are ready-to-go and priced to sell! All units feature a single garage and parking pad for an additional vehicle, 2 levels, 3 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 baths and are stocked with upgrades. Some of the features of these homes include: hardwood on the main level, stainless steel appliances, granite counter-tops 12x12 ceramic tile, upgraded fixtures and more.
These homes are rated Energy Star 3.0 with Third Party Verification, so you may qualify for a tax write-off as well!
The community features extra … (2 comments)

northern virginia real estate: What Improvements Should I Make to Be Competitive? - 04/23/12 10:02 PM

Yesterday, I wrote a post called, 'Keeping Up With the Joneses' Pays in Real Estate. In it I discussed the importance of making sure that you keep your house updated to the standards of the neighborhood. What most sellers want to know is, 'what kind of improvements are worth the money?' Of course, this is going to vary from place to place from price-point to price-point. Many of the exterior updates that your neighbors are making are things that you can see. Some of the exterior updates that you might notice include: changing light fixtures, replacing windows, trim repair, deck sealing, replacing gutters. … (2 comments)

northern virginia real estate: First PUBLIC Open: 11220 Wedge Dr., Reston, VA 20170 3/18/2012 from 1-4 p.m. - 03/14/12 08:45 AM

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northern virginia real estate: Reston, VA, Bonner Custom Contemporary on Hidden Creek Golf Course - 03/12/12 11:21 PM

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northern virginia real estate: Understanding Northern Virginia Buyers - 02/09/12 11:47 PM

My real estate practice includes working both with Buyers and with Sellers. I try to work equally with each type of client. I believe that understanding how each group is thinking helps me to better represent the other group. I have been talking to listing clients lately and found myself repeating what I am seeing my buyers looking for in a new home. Just as all all real estate is local (which usually relates to price), so are the preferences shown by buyers. Northern Virginia buyers are, as a whole, extremely well educated and informed about local real estate. Both their expectations and their standards are high--at … (3 comments)

northern virginia real estate: When It Comes To Buying a House, Unique is Not Always Better - 02/06/12 12:43 AM

As I show buyers homes, I am constantly pointing out features that will, and will not, make it easier to sell in the future. I think it is critically important to consider resale, even as you are selecting the home you want to buy. If you are considering a condominium, for example, it is best to buy the model that has the features most in common with the other units in the development. You might be attracted to a 3 bedroom, 1 bath model, but remember, when you go to sell, that might not be the most popular model available if most … (6 comments)

northern virginia real estate: What Were You Thinking When You Bought That House? - 01/22/12 11:33 PM

I see a lot of houses. I see the light, I see the layout, I see the architecture and I see the stuff. It is always interesting to try to figure out why people buy the houses that they buy. Sometimes it is obvious and sometimes not.
When I am working with a client and they walk into the house they want, I can USUALLY see it their expression. Not always, however, are the reasons for choosing a house so obvious. Have you ever walked into a home and wondered, 'why would you have ever bought this house?' Maybe the layout … (6 comments)

northern virginia real estate: Looking For Things To Do in Northern Virginia? - 01/19/12 11:55 PM

Northern Virginia is a great place to live! There are things to do all over the Washington D.C. metro area. From NOVA (as we Virginians call it), it is an easy jaunt to Maryland or D.C. We have access to museums, monuments, theaters, events (and great shopping) throughout the area. If you are looking for something to do this weekend, The Washington Post is a great place to start. Each Friday they publish a Weekend section that provides theater, art, music, movies and local event information. This pullout section is a great resource. If you are not a paper subscriber, you can get most of this … (0 comments)

northern virginia real estate: No, Really, It Is Perfect! - 01/12/12 02:19 AM

Compromise has become a dirty word. No longer are we willing to give up something in order to gain something else. In purchasing a home, however, you better get back in that mode, or you will not be moving anytime soon! At heart, most of us are idealists. We truly believe that perfect house is out there. It probably is, but whoever is living in it might not be marketing it while you search for a new place to live. As you begin your home search, it is important that you create a list of 'must haves' and 'like to haves.' You may find that … (5 comments)

northern virginia real estate: What Qualities Make For a Good Realtor? - 01/10/12 11:11 PM

What Qualities Make For a Good Realtor?
It is that time of year. Folks are deciding that this year might be the time to jump into the real estate market, either as a buyer or a seller. You have probably read that you should interview several Realtors, and that is good advice. What kind of things should you be looking for in your Realtor? Here is a list of things you should consider as you try to decide who to hire to represent you in your transaction. Persistent: It is not always easy to find what your client seeks. It can take months--even years--depending on their requirements. … (6 comments)

northern virginia real estate: 10 Things Worth Spending Some Money on To Sell Your House - 11/29/11 11:19 PM

Yesterday, I wrote a blog entitled, Ten Cheap Ways to Prepare Your House for Sale.
There are definitely some things, however, that it is worth spending some money on (provided you have it). Most of these you will get back in the sales price or in the speed with which your house sells.
You might not think any of these things is s a big deal, but working extensively with buyers, I can assure you that these things get mentioned all the time!

Remove Wallpaper: You don't want to do it and neither do the buyers. Even if it is nice, and neutral, it … (8 comments)

northern virginia real estate: How Can I Be a Good Buyer? - 09/25/11 07:50 AM

Dear Holly, I have been doing my research and I think I am about ready to hire a Buyer's Agent to help me buy my first home. I want to be a good Buyer and make sure that my Buyer's Agency relationship is a good one. What are some things I should know about my role in buying a house? Thank you, About Ready to Buy Dear About Ready to Buy, This is a great question. I think too often, buyers start the process without really understanding their commitment and , as a result, the purchase process does not go as smoothly as it could. Education is … (31 comments)

northern virginia real estate: The Rain Keeps Coming: Simple Things You Can Do To Avoid Basement Flooding - 09/09/11 02:48 AM

The Washington D.C. Metro area has been hit, like many other communities in the North East, with torrential rains. We are powerless against the rain. Water will find its way in to any home...no matter how well protected. Our only protection we have is to divert that water away from the house. If the water is away from the house, it will not be IN the house. Here are some practical tips from one homeowner to another:
Most homes have gutters to capture the rain as it drains off the roof. Walk around your house and make sure there is … (4 comments)

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