"Melinda, I am young and know my way around the internet. Why do I need the help of a Realtor to buy a house? Can't I see all the same listings on my own?" –Elizabeth
I'm so glad you asked! Although most consumers do start their search on the internet, finding homes to look at in Northern Virginia is just the start of the process! Realtors provide many services in addition to assisting you in locating homes.
Find Homes
There are so very many sites to look at. How do you know where to find the most accurate information? I cannot tell you how many times a customer has contacted me about an awesome property they saw on a website only to find out it is under contract or was sold months ago. Real estate agents are the only people (besides a select few affiliate members) that have access to the Multiple Listing System (MLS) where nearly all of Northern Virgina Real Estate properties are listed and updated real time. Plus we're well networked and have the opportunity to preview some homes before they ever hit the market. Finding you the right home is a team effort!
See Homes
In addition to having access to real time information we can assist you by asking the right questions to help narrow down your search. Not to mention schedule multiple showings and design a tour of homes that makes the best use of your time.
Make an Offer
Once you locate a home you love we'll prepare the contract and give you our advice on how to be most competitive, what your offer price should be and what contingencies should be included. We'll negotiate the best deal possible for the market you're in and then we will continue to negotiate on your behalf as we work our way to settlement.
Buy It
We'll work with your lender to ensure your loan is processed and accompany you to the settlement table where you'll review all of the lenders documents and paperwork neccessary to seal the deal. You're a homeowner! Aren't you glad you had a Realtor by your side to educate, negotiate and guide you through the process?
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