Day 25: When should I start looking for a place? So, It is mid-Spring right now, and your lease isn’t up until September? Should you be out and about every weekend looking at houses? Chances are, no. Going to a few open houses here and there, … [Read more...] about When should I start looking for a place?
Buyer Advice
Can I start to market it prior to my close date to make sure I get a tenant in it?
Day 22: I am about to purchase an investment property. Can I start to market it prior to my close date to make sure I get a tenant in it? Short answer, no. You don’t own it yet. The second you own the property, you can start marketing a property … [Read more...] about Can I start to market it prior to my close date to make sure I get a tenant in it?
Can I really buy a home site-unseen?
Day 20: Can I really buy a home site-unseen? Absolutely, as a military spouse, we have made site unseen moves. It is a common practice in the military move world, and we have gotten it down to a science in the Advon Group- back in the day when we … [Read more...] about Can I really buy a home site-unseen?
How much on average are closing costs?
Day 18: How much on average are closing costs? In our market, typically closing costs, are typically 2.5-3% of the purchase price of the property. This includes the title fees, recording fees, prorated taxes for the time you’re in the property. The … [Read more...] about How much on average are closing costs?
What is happening with Condos in Arlington?
Day 7: You talked about inventory being heavier in a few zip codes….What is happening with Condos in Arlington Inventory- looks like R&B corridor has more inventory than the rest of the Northern Virginia Market, why? We have been seeing a … [Read more...] about What is happening with Condos in Arlington?