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how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Woodbridge Virginia Real Estate News - 10/17/14 12:53 AM

Find out what is happening in the Woodbridge Virginia real estate market right now. The market has shifted, and if you are considering buying a home in Woodbridge, your timing is ideal.

The spring and summer months were a sellers market in Woodbridge, with not enough inventory to meet demand, and bidding wars were common.
Autumn has arrived, and the market has slowed to a buyers market. No more bidding wars, inventory is up, and buyers have choices. Prices are holding steady, and sellers are not having to give away the farm to sell their houses, but they are being … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: What To Do After You Sell Your Woodbridge Virginia House - 09/26/14 02:41 AM

There are five things to do after you sell your your Woodbridge Virginia house.
1. Retain all of the paperwork associated with the sale of the house. You may scan it into your computer, then copy it to a CD, then store the CD in your safe deposit box at the bank. Keep the paper copies through at least one tax year so your CPA can take advantage of any tax deductions owed to you.
2. File a change of address with the post office. This may sound like a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised to find out how many really … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: The Pros And Cons Of A Big Yard - 09/02/14 06:29 AM

Find Out The Pros And Cons Of Having A Big Yard

You're in the market for a home, and you want a big yard. Yards are typically measured in some portion of an acre or acres; An acre is 43,560 square feet. Homes built in the 50's and 60's were typically built on 1/2 acre lots. Homes built in the 70's and 80's were usually built on 1/4 acre lots. Homes built in the 90's were built on 1/5 to 1/6 acre lots. Homes built in the 2000's have been built on 1/5 to 1/8 acre lots.
Why are lots … (4 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Justin Got His Dream Home, You Can Too - 08/25/14 04:58 AM

Justin Got His Dream Home In Woodbridge Virginia With Erick Blackwelder

Justin is in his mid-twenties, and he decided it was time to buy a home and stop paying rent, and excessive income taxes. Justin has a good job, that pays well, and he's on the fast-track to bigger opportunities. He needed a tax write-off.
Please bear in mind that I am not an accountant. For competent advice about the potential tax savings you could get from a mortgage payment, instead of a rent payment, I urge you to seek advice from the CPA of your choice.
First, Justin had … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: 10 Easy Home Upgrades You Can Do For Less Than $200 - 08/19/14 04:57 AM

Find Out About 10 Easy Home Upgrades You Can Give Your Home For Less Than $200.

1. Plant a tree. Trees soften the hard edges of your house, and make your lot appear larger. Plant a pin oak 30 feet from the south-west side of your home. Pin oaks are among the fastest growing trees, and planting it at the south-west side will cut your air conditioning bills in a few years when the tree grows large enough to block the sun.
2. Replace a bathroom sink and faucet. A sales associate at Home Depot or Lowes can give you … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Woodbridge Virginia Real Estate News And Comment - 08/12/14 01:04 AM

My Dad passed away this day, August 12, in 2002. Today is the 14th anniversary of his passing.
He was a humble man with a BIG history, rising from a sweeper at a cotton mill to presidential adviser.
Dad was born on Flag Day, June 14, 1919 in Concord, NC, just north of Charlotte.
My grandfather owned a prosperous grocery store, and they lived in a lovely, gracious home. Starting when Dad was twelve years-old, he would deliver groceries on his bike to customers.
The depression happened, and his customers, who normally paid their grocery bills at the end of … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: A Shadow Inventory Of Homes Not Yet For Sale In Woodbridge Virginia - 08/07/14 04:03 AM

Find Out What The Shadow Inventory Is And What It Means To You
There Are Homes Ready To Go On The Market For Sale In Woodbridge Virginia That Banks Are Holding
Our real estate market in northern Virginia is a strong and robust market, with home values gently rising. You would be surprised to find out how many homes are sitting vacant, ready to sell, but not on the market in Woodbridge Virginia.
Here is a definition of a shadow market.
Banks that hold foreclosed homes are feeding them onto the market slowly, to avoid creating a glut of homes on … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: How To Sell Or Buy A Home In Woodbridge Virginia - 08/06/14 02:03 AM

How To Sell Or Buy A House In Woodbridge Virginia
Working With A Traditional Real Estate Salesperson vs A Real Estate Consultant

You want to sell or buy a house in Woodbridge Virginia. You know you want a real estate agent to do the job for you, but you don't know how to choose an agent.
When you hire an agent, you have a choice between two options: A traditional real estate salesperson vs a real estate consultant who works on a referral basis.
A traditional real estate salesperson works on a transactional basis, with little regard for your emotional … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: How To Get Top Dollar For Your House By Pricing It Low - 08/04/14 12:41 AM

A Low Price Attracts Multiple Offers
A Low Price Creates An Auction Effect
Multiple Buyers Will Bid-Up The Price To Top Dollar

You want to sell your home in Woodbridge virginia for top dollar. Your home is in exquisite showing conditions, and you have loaded your home with updates.
You have a new kitchen with granite and stainless steel. Your bathrooms have been gutted and remodeled. You have a finished basement with a pool table, wet bar, and a theater room.
Your house is the nicest house on the street.
You want to sell your house for the most … (1 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Woodbridge Virginia Real Estate Market Update August 4, 2014 - 08/04/14 12:03 AM

Statistics About Homes Sold In Woodbridge Virginia
Woodbridge Virginia Real Estate News
Homes Sold
Overall, the market statistics show that we have a healthy real estate market in Woodbridge, Virginia.
The median SOLD price for homes under $500,000 is higher than the average price. This means that many homes have sold for more than the list price.
The median price is the price at which an equal number of homes sold below the median equal the number of homes sold over the number of homes sold above the median.
The typical DOM for homes priced AT the market is … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Seller Invests $50,000 In Upgrades To His House - 07/14/14 04:00 AM

Find Out The Difference Between COST vs VALUE
Appraisers Are Stingy When It Comes To Setting Value On Updates And Upgrades

Dave and Chrissy knew they would be moving in a year, so they updated their 1990's kitchen with new cabinets, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances.
They invested just over $50,000 on their kitchen. They chose top-of-the-line EVERYTHING!

They asked me to list their house for sale, so I went over to their house to help them stage the house, and get the listing papers signed. I took my iPad so I could show them recent … (1 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Family Finds Dream Home In Woodbridge Virginia - 07/13/14 02:19 AM

How To Buy A Home In Woodbridge Virginia
How To Find Your Dream Home In Woodbridge Virginia

Tom and Diane were referred to me by my client, "Big Ben", who worked with me to buy a home last year.
Tom and Diane wanted to move their growing family from their townhouse to a single family home in Woodbridge. The townhouse was a good starter home when they were newly weds, but it was too small for three children.
They chose to keep the townhouse as a rental property.
So the task ahead of them was to find a single … (1 comments)

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how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Woodbridge Virginia Real Estate Update May 2014 - 05/12/14 01:43 AM

Woodbridge Virginia Real Estate Update May 2014
See Average Home Prices And Median Home Prices In Woodbridge Virginia
Find Out What Your Home Is Worth In Woodbridge Virginia

The figures above show you home values and days on market for homes that have recently SOLD in the Woodbridge Virginia area.
The average and median home prices are indicative of a strong market in which homes are priced AT or NEAR the market.
All of the days on market averaged under 90 days, so homes are selling briskly.
You can find out about homes actively FOR SALE right … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: 5 Types Of Clients Who Buy Or Sell A Home In Woodbridge Virginia - 05/01/14 01:56 AM

5 Types Of Clients Who Buy Or Sell A Home In Woodbridge Virginia
REALTORS And Lenders Find Out Which Types Of Clients You Want To Work With
Consumers Can Find Out Which Type Of Client You Should Aspire To Be

According to best-selling author Bill Bachrach, there are 5 types of clients:
1. The Great Client
2. The Sometimes Great Client
3. The Fun But Hopeless Client
4. The Use You And Lose You Client
5. The Don't Trust Client
1. The Great Client
The Great Client has their act together. They have all of the pertinent documents in-hand at the first appointment; Loan pay-off letter … (2 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: 5 Things You Can Do The Will Make Your House Sell Fast And For Top $$ - 03/19/14 03:17 AM

5 Things You Can Do That Will Make Your House Sell Fast And For Top Dollar In Woodbridge VA
Find Out 5 Simple Things That Will Net You More Money When You Sell Your House
Woodbridge Virginia Home Sellers Who Do These Things Get More Money For Their House

Five Things You Can Do To Help Your House Sell Fast And For Top Dollar In Woodbridge Virginia
1. De-clutter your table-tops, walls, and shelves. This step makes your house look more spacious, and buyers will be MORE focused on seeing your house and less focused on seeing your stuff. Leave … (0 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: Four Compelling Reasons Why Now Is A Good Time To Buy A House - 03/18/14 03:11 AM

Four Compelling Reasons Why Now Is A Good Time To Buy A House In Woodbridge Virginia
Find Out When The Market Hit Bottom And What Has Happened Since Then
Find Out How Current Interest Rates Can Help You Buy A House

Have you been sitting on the fence, waiting for a compelling reason why now is a good to buy a house? Time to hop off that fence and do SOMETHING.
First, watch the video. If you like what you see, give me a text or a call at 703-677-1120 to set aside time to review your options.
Second, get … (2 comments)

how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: How To Sell A Home Fast And For Top Dollar - 01/24/13 07:30 AM

How To Sell A Home Fast And For Top Dollar
How To Sell Your Home In 30 Days
How You Can Get Top Dollar For Your Home When You Sell

Homes in Woodbridge Virginia Priced $200,000-$400,000
Homes in Woodbridge Virginia Priced $400,000 - $600,000
Homes In Woodbridge Virginia Priced $600,000 - $800,000
Homes In Woodbridge Virginia Priced $800,000 - $1Million
Homes In Woodbridge Virginia Priced $1Million+
Waterfront Homes In Woodbridge And Manassas Virginia
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how to sell a house in woodbridge virginia: The 4 Ways You Can Sell Or Buy A Home In Woodbridge Virginia - 10/25/12 12:46 AM

The 4 Ways You Can Sell Or Buy A Home In Woodbridge Virginia
Find Out How You Can Sell A Home In Woodbridge Virginia
Find Out How You Can Buy A Home In Woodbridge Virginia
There Are 4 Different Ways You Can Go
2 Minute Video Explains Your 4 Options

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