7 STEPS TO ACCURATELY PRICING YOUR HOME: Make sure you see last component! Comps are a key component of both buying and selling real estate. They can prevent you from overpaying for a property you are buying or help you determine a realistic sales price for a home you are selling.
1. CLOSE PROXIMITY: an appraiser would consider sold statistics within a certain radius of the subject property. Those that are within the same neighborhood, apples to apples (same model) are weighed heaviest.
2. RECENT TIME FRAME OF SALE: Appraisers generally try to emphasize the last three to six months of comparable sales. However, in this shifted market, you'll want to compare homes that sold within the last 30 days. Just because a home will appraise, doesn't mean the buyers at that time find value...
3.COMPARE SIMILAR SQUARE FOOTAGES: when possible, you should compare homes with the same model in the same neighborhood. If that's not an option, compare homes within 10% of your subject property's square footage.
4.SIMILAR AGE & CONSTRUCTION: to generate an accurate comparison, sales should be of homes that are analogous in style, age, and attractiveness.
5.COMPARABLE LOT SIZES: land possesses lasting value, so comparisons shouldn't analyze significantly different lot sizes. The usefulness, practicality, and desirability of the lot will also impact its value. Example: Lot on a busy street vs one in a cul-de-sac.
6.SIMILAR CONDITION: a stripped home owned by a bank, missing its appliances and with faulty plumbing, is worth much less than a turnkey home, updated with new appliances, carpeting and paint. It's best to find the exact or similar models in the neighborhood in order to compare.
7.LAST BUT CERTAINLY NOT THE LEAST: Appraised value and assessed value are not the same as "market value," so choose an agent who knows the market and what buyers want.
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Townhome in Foxfield
✨ FABULOUS FIRST TIME BUYER OPPORTUNITY - $499,990 TO OWN IN THE SOUGHT AFTER FOXFIELD COMMUNITY -- (FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA 22033) ✨
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Negotiations in 2017 vs 2022
Sometimes this is how it feels! #realtorlife 😂 No, but for real, I’ve actually had some pretty exciting wins during the first half of this crazy year in the market -- winning in 6 different multiple offer situations. When we are in a seller’s market, a win is getting the house!!
If you agree 👉 show the love, and double tap on this post! ♡
The way your real estate agent communicates with the listing agent has a giant impact on the overall success of the transaction.
The goal is always to shoot for a win-win situation and leave everyone feeling good after the transaction closes!
A big tip if you’re looking to buy or sell a home: ask the realtors you’re interviewing to share about their communication process, how they negotiate, and even see if they can share examples of ways they have created great outcomes for their clients by collaborating and compromising to get to that win-win situation!
This is the number one thing that buyers neglect to do, and it can save them TIME and thousands in their home purchase just by having the right agent in their corner.
Send me a DM for more insights into your unique situation!
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FEBRUARY MARKET UPDATE: FRESH OFF THE PRESS! The average monthly inventory in Fairfax, Ashburn, Aldie, Arlington, Alexandria, McLean, and Alexandria is down an average of 54.3% since the same time last year, and prices are up an average of 7.7% in these areas. 🤯 It's incredibly intense and hard to explain since I'm on the ground with my hands in the market each day.
Here's what we are doing for our clients in these conditions:
Buyers are understandably wary of entering the market. It's not fun having really great offers rejected due to competition, and the rising prices is a tough pill to swallow. That's why we help them do the math on what makes sense for a great investment today, that will hold up for the long run too. To do this well, I love meeting with my buyers well before they *think* they will be making a move so we all have adequate time to prepare. Planning = success!
Additionally, I am spending hours searching for off-market properties in neighborhoods they desire to be in, connecting with owners in case they are thinking about selling but haven't gotten that far yet. I've had great success in this area finding off market deals for my buyers. Everyone wins - no emotional bidding wars, and sellers get a "bird in the hand."
Sellers are usually afraid of where they are going to go after their home sells. Since I'm uniquely experienced in this situation (having worked with several this year already, as a matter of fact 🤩 ), I with my sellers to come up with really great ways to purchase their home first, then negotiate favorable terms on their sale so they have plenty of time to stay in their original home while waiting for the new one to close. We are seeing rent backs on both sides of every transaction to make sure both families don't wind up homeless or have to carry two mortgages. This process is strategically planned, and the market always lets us "ride the roller coaster" which means I'm on my toes and giving lots of communication, and rolling
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✨OPEN HOUSE✨ LUXURY TOWNHOUSE IN FAIRFAX ✨
FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO OWN LUXURY TOWNHOME IN STONE CREEK CROSSING
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📣 FREE UPDATES! It's FRIDAY! Time for This week's Hot List 🔥🔥! This week we're super excited about...
🥃 Penderyn Single Malt Tasting
🎺 Trombone Shorty in Concert
🎨 Van Gogh Paint Party
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Don’t worry, you’re not a stalker! Love you. Mean it.❤️ You know who you are, and you’re not alone.
If you’re thinking about selling, but don’t know how to get started, connect with me. Once I understand your goals, I’ll customize a strategic plan that benefits you and your family.
1. I’ll walk you through the whole process step-by-step so you know exactly what to expect.
3. I’ll provide a reference guide and your customized timeline that you always have to refer back to (because it’s ok if you cannot remember it all). 😘🤯
2. Don’t feel like you have to figure everything out. When we sit down, we will go over your goals, and put together a customized timeline that is just right for you and your family.
We are in this together, and this is when we problem solve and come up with solutions—right there at your table. 😉
4. My team of experts are always here for you too, and you’ll feel like my only client. 🥰
5. All you have to focus on is the move, and I’ll orchestrate the rest!
It's FRIDAY! Time for This week's Hot List 🔥🔥! This week we're super excited about...
🎭 Dave Chapelle at The Anthem
🧚♂️ Fairytales at Glen Echo
🤸♂️ B-Boy + B-Girl Battle
🕺 Classic Mowtown
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3 REASONS YOU HAVE TO GO TO WHINO Ballston Quarter! I can't believe I just heard about this spot this month!
#1) the ambiance - it's open, airy, and has an industrial feel. The lighting is perfect, and it induces a good time, b/c you can be loud, and it won't disrupt your neighbor as it spans 6000 SF
#2 their curated and easy to choose from 1-page menu!
We dined on:
🧀 Their epic charcuterie board 🍹 Craft cocktails
🐙 Smoked octopus, and cheesy 🤯 Polenta tempertots
#3 The staff members and management were super gracious and helpful.
#4 BONUS their patrons (eye candy) were drool worthy! 💋
I can't say enough about my experience! I met up with my girl, Mya Tran (who also happens to be the hands down best lender in the DC Metro area), and we were thoroughly impressed.
Who wants to go back with me?
Like this post and leave me a comment about your experience if you've been!
I am IN LOVE with this neighborhood! I love to tour neighborhoods in my "spare time" Ha! What's that??
In all seriousness, I love knowing the cities I serve. I tour them for you, for my clients and for myself.
It's a way to reconnect with the community and an expert in all the areas I serve!
Do you have a particular neighborhood you are interested in? Let me know! I'm always on the hunt for the next big property!!
DM for help!! 😘😘
DC Metro’s Hottest Events
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🌬️ Slam Poetry
🎶 Kennedy Center Rooftop DJ
🚣♂️ Twilight Kayaking
✨ Night Sky Tour
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Where's your favorite place to bring your pet in the area??
I know your pets are important to you and that there are so many dog friendly spaces in the DC area. From outdoor eating to dog parks and more.
Coco goes everywhere with me! 🥰
Are you looking for a gorgeous new home?? This 🏠 will be available soon!
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Upcoming Events in DC Metro Area
It's FRIDAY! Time for This week's Hot List 🔥🔥! This week we're super excited about...
🍃 Outdoor Movies at the Arboretum
🔮 Clairvoyance & Cocktails
💃 Live Brazillian Pagode Music
👑 Backyard Gogo Dance Party
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I partner with each of my clients. With many years in the real estate industry as a top performer I know what buyers are looking for.
The reason you want to work with a well seasoned agent is we give input. We understand the things buyers are looking for and we will make sure there is nothing left to chance.
Are you having trouble selling your home? DM if you want some input!! Always happy to help!
Upcoming Events in the DC Metro Area
It's FRI-YAY!!!! THIS WEEK WE'RE SUPER EXCITED ABOUT:
🍛 Cookology Date Night: Beef Wellington (Arlington) 6:30-8:30PM
🍹Mixology Class at Bin 1301 (U Street) 12PM
🎶Grateful Jams Open Mic at Falls Church Distillers (Falls Church) 5-8:30PM
☕️Coffee Breaks at (Hot & New) Summer House (Arlington) 8:30AM
Start planning by clicking the link in my bio to get the full calendar of the BEST events & activities for the whole family!
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3645 Warder Street NW, #1, Washington, DC 20010
JUST LISTED in D.C.'s Parkview neighborhood! STUNNING 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home condo in the heart of Park View sits on an iconic corner.
Features include:
⚡️ 3 Bedroom, 2 Baths
⚡️ Square Footage: 1477 square ft
⚡️ Walk Score: 91 'Walker's Paradise'
⚡️ Garage Parking Plus Driveway
This property is truly the perfect package for urban living & entertaining with distinctive spaces and lasting character. Just blocks to Metro, Restaurants, bars & shopping! Less than a mile to Children’s National Hospital.
👉 DM me for the the link for more pictures, price and list of ALL the features.
YOU ARE NOT GOING TO WANT TO MISS THIS WEEK'S HOT LIST of what's happening in the DC Metro! It's the best time of the week... FRIIIIIIDAYYYY!
THIS WEEK WE'RE SUPER STOKED ABOUT:
🕺 DC-Based Funk Band
🎵 Ray Charles Tribute Concert
🎥 French Embassy Cinema Screening
💃 Tango Dancing
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It’s so tempting but real estate agents don’t keep the home decor as my friend Colleen learned haha!
As a professional realtor, I use a stager on EVERY home I sell. My focus is to be my clients biggest asset and advocate.
On average you will see a 5% increase in the selling price of your home. Not only that, but in this market you can bet your home will sell FASTER!!!
Being a Realtor® is so much more than just buying and selling houses. It's about serving this community. It's about making people's dreams come true. It's about helping people with their homeownership goals. It's about making the process as smooth as possible.
It's what I do each and every day. And I'm so thankful that I get to meet so many fantastic friends in the process! Can I help YOU make your homeownership dream come true??
DM me to connect!!
‼️ OPEN HOUSE ALERT & $75k PRICE ADJUSTMENT‼️
‼️ OPEN HOUSE ALERT & $75k PRICE ADJUSTMENT‼️
THIS GORGEOUS Single family home is only two short blocks from “The Avenue,” in hip Del Ray. It features:
⚡️5 Bedrooms & 4.5 Baths
⚡️10 ft ceilings with cross-beams
⚡️Brand new SS appliances
⚡️Fully fenced backyard
⚡️Trendy Open Concept
Come see me this Saturday from 2-4
Start and grow your family in this new home. Not only would this be the perfect, move-in-ready home, but it also has the added benefit of a lower level that could easily be income-producing and separate from the rest of the home. This home WILL NOT last long so contact me today to book your showing!
👉 DM me for the the link for more pictures, price and list of ALL the features.
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YOU ARE NOT GOING TO WANT TO MISS THIS WEEK'S HOT LIST of what's happening in the DC Metro! It's the best time of the week... FRIIIIIIDAYYYY!
THIS WEEK WE'RE SUPER STOKED ABOUT:
🏇 Sundress & Polo Pop Up Party
🥃 Distillery Tour & Tasting
🍭 90s Pop Culture Trivia Night
🌴 Summer Kickoff Block Party
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✨SELF CARE✨
This week was a tough one. So, we booked a last minute beach 🏖 getaway! Self-care is soooooooooo important!
As a realtor, mother, daughter, friend and more I wear MANY hats! It can be exhausting, but I LOVE this life of mine.
Everyday I wake up with gratitude in my heart, but at times you NEED to rest.
My batteries needed a recharge 🔋 One thing I’ve learned in the past few years, you need to learn when to rest.
Burnout is a real thing and in order to be the best me I can be, I take self-care seriously!!
So, this weekend I encourage you, take some time for yourself. Whether it is meditating for 5 minutes, getting a massage, or taking a nap, please take care of yourself!!
YOU CAN’T POUR FROM AN EMPTY CUP!!!!
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Never miss a thing in the DMV! This week we’re super excited about these events:
📍Old Town Scavenger Hunt
📍Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair at Waterfront Park
📍Bottomless Mimosa Brunch & Karaoke at The Light Horse
📍Watercolor Lettering with Rachel Heiss
Want a full list? Click Here: https://mailchi.mp/dcmodernliving/june-11-events
Hope to see you around town this weekend! Tag an event you are excited about!
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🏡JUST LISTED IN SPRINGFIELD'S SARATOGA (ZIP: 22153) $600s! 🏡
🏡 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-4 IN SPRINGFIELD'S SARATOGA (ZIP: 22153) $600s! 🏡
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This is your chance to become a homeowner in the sought-after commuter community of Springfield's Saratogoa!
This is your chance to become a homeowner! This Completely renovated 6 bedroom, 3 full bath home in this crazy desirable neighborhood!
This home has everything you & family are looking for:
🌹COMPLETELY RENOVATED
🌹6 Bedrooms/3 FULL BATHS
🌹CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION
🌹ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2 BLKS AWAY!
🌹BACK YARD LIKE WHOA!
Start and grow your family here! WELCOME HOME!
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‼️ATTENTION FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS‼️ 🏡𝐉 𝐔 𝐒 𝐓 𝐋 𝐈 𝐒 𝐓 𝐄 𝐃🏡
🏡𝐉 𝐔 𝐒 𝐓 𝐋 𝐈 𝐒 𝐓 𝐄 𝐃🏡
‼️ATTENTION FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS‼️
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This is your chance to become a homeowner in the desired neighborhood of Parkfairfax. This home has everything you are looking for:
🔥2 Bedrooms
🔥Washer & Dryer in unit
🔥Brand spankin' new SS appliances
🔥Backs to trees
🔥Sunset views from every window
🔥Trendy Open Concept
Start and grow your family in this quaint and well maintained home. Enjoy almost 1000 total sq ft. Beautiful 10-min non-drving journeys to all that Shirlington has to offer. Entertain in the open concept living areas or on your front covered porch! This home WILL NOT last long so contact today to book your showing!
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