The best deals on homes these days are often on properties that aren’t perfect. 
But that doesn’t mean that home shoppers looking for a great deal can’t find a place with potential.
- Location, location, location. You can always fix a property, but you can’t always fix the neighborhood. In the long run, home buyers often get a better deal with the worst house in a great neighborhood than with a fancy house in a not-so terrific neighborhood.
- Less than 50 years old. Properties older than a half decade are likely to have more fundamental problems — like aging wiring, inadequate plumbing and sagging foundations. In and around Old Town and historic areas, that’s not always possible, so shoppers also look for homes that have been completely renovated as opposed to homes with a facelift and fresh coat of paint.
- Livable floor plan. It’s a good idea to buy a home with a basic design that makes you happy from the start. This is because moving walls can cost a lot of money.
- Light. Houses with the most potential have plenty of natural light. Southern facing homes often have the best light.
- Good storage. Adding storage isn’t cheap, so it’s smart to choose a property that already has it.
We help our clients buy homes in Northern VA.
Our home buyer’s resource page will answer common questions like:
- Why Nesbitt Realty?
- What is a buyer’s agent?
- What is a buyer’s rebate?
- How much does representation cost?
- How we find your new home?
- How much home can you afford?
- How much are closing costs?
