Day 13: What improvements can be done that will improve ROI? Just because you are making an improvement to your home does NOT mean that you are adding value to your home. Remember, also, appraisers don’t see your emotional tie to the gazebo you … [Read more...] about What improvements can be done that will improve ROI?
Seller Advice
Should we fear appraisers?
Day 12: Should we fear appraisers? Some people ask at this seller's market... What is the point of them in the sale of our house. Fear an appraiser??? not at all. Appraisers have a job that is an art and a science of understanding market, … [Read more...] about Should we fear appraisers?
I just got a request from my Association about a payment I made at settlement- like two years later. Why?
Day 8: So, I just got a request from my Association about a payment I made at settlement- like two years later. Why? Sometimes at settlement when the payment is made, it is sent as a check from the title company to the management company to … [Read more...] about I just got a request from my Association about a payment I made at settlement- like two years later. Why?
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?
Will people really pay 1MM for a Townhouse in Arlington?
Day 6: Will people really pay 1MM for a townhouse? Short answer: Yes. In Northern Virginia, even without the inventory shortage, people are buying townhomes in the 800-1mm range. Whether there are elevator ready or not as long as they have the … [Read more...] about Will people really pay 1MM for a Townhouse in Arlington?
