real estate agent: Buying Your Dream Condo in Alexandria VA - 02/07/17 10:36 AM
Even though it’s not easy for everyone to buy a home, it is in fact easier than ever to get a home these days with most lending agencies and banks being more liberal than ever with providing home loans and mortgages. Even if you don’t have a lot of capital or a lot of money to put down, you can still get the condo of your dreams at a very affordable price.
Alexandria is a great city to live in because has an amazing combination of historic charm and urban contemporary. This is why many condo buyers are drawn to the Carlyle District of Alexandria VA. There … (1 comments)

real estate agent: Finding an agent that specializes in high-rise condos - 02/06/17 10:19 AM
How do you find a real estate agent that will do a good job for your high-rise condo? Start with the right Realtor and these tips.  I’m a condo specialist and have experience helping buyers, sellers, renters and landlords in high-rise condominiums all over Northern Virginia.
The goal is to find an agent with a plan and personality that will accomplish your goal of buying a condo that fits yours and your budget.  Interviewing so many candidates can make you confused because everyone uses different strategies to get you sign a representation agreement. It is important that you stay focused on your goals and … (3 comments)

real estate agent: 3 Tips for Investing in Residential Real Estate in 2017 - 02/06/17 10:07 AM
Three tips for investing in residential Real Estate in 2017 is a published Active Rain blog that is relevant to Real Estate. To continue reading this blog, scroll down.
A great deal of the wealth of the top one percent of Americans is built on real estate.
Aside from owning your home, it used to be that only the wealthy and well-connected were investing in real estate. Unless you knew the right people and were willing to put up a big chunk of money, there were relatively few methods for the average person to invest in real estate aside from just … (1 comments)

real estate agent: Decorating a Rental House - 02/03/17 08:07 AM
Those who opt to rent a house as opposed to an apartment may still be held to certain restrictions regarding the type of decorating which can be done on the property. These restrictions may be stricter or more lenient than those typically enforced when a renter is renting an apartment property. This will largely depend on the preferences of the homeowners. Homeowners who do not want to see major modifications done to the property may place strict restrictions while those who want to see the property improved may allow the renter a great deal of freedom in their decorating options.
How Much … (3 comments)

real estate agent: Options for Home Sellers in Del Ray - 02/03/17 08:00 AM
No matter how much you look forward to moving to a new home, relocating is chore, and selling your current home in Del Ray will only add to the stress of the move. The goal is to quickly a buyer because an unoccupied home is not only a worry, but a financial burden, especially if the selling process drags on for a long period of time. Selling your home in Del Ray before you begin paying for another somewhere else is the best alternative for your bank account.
There are many tips that experts offer to increase your chances of unloading your home quickly. … (2 comments)

real estate agent: Questions to Ask Real Estate Agents - 02/03/17 07:51 AM
 Questions to ask Real Estate agents is a pertinent Active Rain post that is relevant to Real Estate in Active Rain. Scroll down to see the entire blog.
 
Questions to Ask Real Estate Agents
 

 
A real estate agent devotes her entire workday to listing, reviewing, buying and selling property. It's not uncommon for a real estate agent to buy and sell homes in only one city or region. This is where real estate agents earn their chops. Their local or regional focus helps to make them market specialist. They know what's selling, where the best sells … (0 comments)

real estate agent: Decorating Tips for Home Sellers in 22307 - 02/01/17 10:35 AM
These tips for home sellers in 22307 are effective across Northern Virginia. Whether you’re in Bucknell Manor, River Towers, Belle View or Belle Haven, when potential buyers step into your house, they want to see a clean, neat and attractively decorated house. What buyers do not want is a home that is so overly decorated they can’t imagine their own furniture and possessions in the house. Home buyers are not impressed with
Too many shelves  — This can say that the home doesn’t  have enough room. Tables with knickknacks — Sellers want buyers to look at the home, not the knickknacks. Family pictures … (3 comments)

real estate agent: Deciding on a Price for Your Montebello Condominium - 02/01/17 10:30 AM
When it comes time to put your Montebello condo on the market, how will you price your condo?  Pricing can make or break your sale. If you overprice your condominium, you risk waiting and watching without traffic or feedback.  On the other hand under-pricing your condo means minimizing your investment.
The starting point for pricing should be based on recent sales in Montebello, not on personal attachment. Regardless of what you think your condominium is worth, the pricing should be based on market value – this is why it’s important to find a good real estate agent, like Julie Nesbitt, who is familiar with … (0 comments)

real estate agent: Finding A Real Estate Agent in Alexandria - 01/30/17 11:37 AM
Whenever you buy or sell real estate in Alexandria, you may be like many other people out there, in thinking that you don’t need a real estate agent. Some first-time buyers think that a real estate agent is a waste of money. What they aren’t aware of, is that real estate agents are normally paid by the seller, not by the buyer. As a buyer, you’ll get to work with a professional real estate agent without really having to pay for it yourself. More importantly Nesbitt Realty refunds thousands of dollars to buyers which actually saves you money!
A lot of real … (2 comments)

real estate agent: 10 Steps to Getting Top Dollar for Your Home in Arlington - 01/30/17 11:14 AM
When you decide to sell your home in Arlington you should immediately begin referring to it as a house. You’ve become emotionally attached to this place and it’s now time to say goodbye. Your home is where the heart is. Your house is a product for sale, so start detaching yourself by making some changes that will help you with the sale of the house.
You probably have accumulated a lot of clutter over the years. This must be the first step.
1. Unclutter your home. Start in the basement and either throw things out or rent a locker off premises to store … (1 comments)

real estate agent: Are you thinking of selling to buy a larger home? - 01/27/17 07:19 AM
Are you considering selling your home and moving up? It might be time to do some homework.  Consider the following to home sellers who don’t do their math.
A young family sold their condo in Falls Church, before they determined how to buy their next house. All they thought about was moving into a larger home for their growing family.
 
A young couple purchased a  condo in Falls Church. This was their first purchase of real estate.  Soon after they married. In time the condo was packed with new home furnishings and their credit card debt had grown a bit. Then, the wife quit working to … (5 comments)

real estate agent: Find A Real Estate Agent in Reston - 01/27/17 07:14 AM
It’s easy to find a real estate agent. Put an ad on Craigslist and wait for the phone to ring. The question is, how do you find a good real estate agent?
You can start with Internet.  An agent that has a good web presence (like this website) will likely have what you need to market your property.  If you’re thinking of selling Reston, take a look at how much of our website is devoted to Reston and properties for sale in Reston. Nesbitt Realty posts every property for sale in Reston as soon as it’s available. Nesbitt Realty is located at 11710 Plaza America Drive, … (0 comments)

real estate agent: Basics Of Home Buying in Arlington VA - 01/26/17 07:01 AM
The most important investment you will ever make is probably the purchase of a home. Finding the right home in Arlington can be challenging but that’s why Nesbitt Realty is here.
Know Your PrioritiesOne of our jobs as agents it to help the client organize their thoughts.  We like our clients to actually sit down with pen and paper and work through what features are most important.
Location — Do you want to be a near Metro like Ballston or Court House? Do you want a particular school in Arlington County? Maybe you like a particular neighborhood like Shirlington or Aurora Heights? Size — Will a studio condo in Clarendon do?  … (4 comments)

real estate agent: Tips For Buying Your First Home - 01/26/17 06:58 AM
For a first time home buyer, the process can get quite overwhelming, giving you the feeling that the financial decisions are rapidly spinning out of control. When it comes to real estate, most people don’t have a lot of experience or know a lot about it. In all actuality, buying a home is actually a simple process. All you need to do is understand the basics, which will go a long way in helping you buy your very first home.
The first thing you should know is to avoid pre payment penalties at all costs. What this means, is that if you … (0 comments)

real estate agent: Selling Your Home Fast - 01/25/17 07:42 AM
We all know that buying or selling a home can be a time consuming process. Although there are thousands of people looking to buy homes, it can be a tricky process finding the right person interested in your home. With hundreds of thousands of homes for sale in the United States, there is always some form of competition.
If you’re looking to sell your home fast, you’ll need to attract as much attention as possible. A real estate agent can help, although he can only do so much. He can show your home and help to get it out there to buyers, … (5 comments)

real estate agent: Renting with Dogs - 01/25/17 07:38 AM
Renters who have a dog or more than one dog may face additional challenges when renting an apartment or a house. One of the primary challenges the renters may face is finding a living situation which is acceptable to them and also willing to accept their pets. This can be difficult as many rental properties do not allow dogs at all. Those who do allow animals on the property may place certain restrictions on they size and breed of dog which may reside on the property.
Finding an Acceptable Living SituationThe first step in renting with dogs is to find an acceptable living … (2 comments)

real estate agent: Condos – The Way Of The Future - 01/24/17 07:04 AM
The prices of condos are going up in some parts of Northern Virginia and down in other areas, but one thing is for sure, condos are here to stay! Condo living looks like being the way of the future and there are several quite diversified reasons for their popularity.
One is obviously a reflection on our society – many of us just feel safer living in a close community that offers protection of some sort. Many condos have a secured entrance. There is also the fact that most condo owners live up higher than ground level and it is known that more … (1 comments)

real estate agent: Buying a home in Alexandria VA - 01/23/17 08:56 AM
Buying a home in Alexandria VA can be one of the best feelings in the world. Nothing beats that feeling of security and satisfaction when you open the door to a new home and are happy with your purchase of your own residence. The question is, how can you best ensure that feeling is going to happen? There are a lot of pitfalls in the real estate world and naturally you want to be able to avoid them and end up with a great home. Here are some great tips on how to streamline your home purchase and keep those little … (0 comments)

real estate agent: When to Sell: A Guide for Homeowners - 01/23/17 08:44 AM
When to sell: a guide for homeowners, is a published Active Rain blog post that is pertinent to Real Estate. Scroll down to see the entire article.
The one constant in the real estate market is that it’s always changing. From month to month and year to year, things rarely stay static for very long. But regardless of the overall tone of the market, it is almost always seasonally predictable – some times of the year are widely considered better for sellers than others.
This has a lot to do with a numerous outside factors that influence the behaviors of buyers … (0 comments)

real estate agent: 9 Tips for Buying a Home Without Breaking the Budget - 01/19/17 08:03 AM
If you want to buy a home, but aren’t sure if your budget can handle soaring real estate prices, we’ve got good news. There are things you can do to stretch your buying power. With the help of your real estate agent – and these 10 tips – you can become a savvy home buyer without breaking your budget. We’ll also tell you how to save thousands on your purchase!
1. Get pre-approved for your home loan. This means, fill out a loan application and go through the process of securing financing. That way, when you’re ready to seriously evaluate real estate, you’ll … (6 comments)

 
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