Here is what working with Lisa DuBois in Falls Church typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.
Buying a home
Buyer strategy session
Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Virginia.
Showings in Falls Church
Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.
Offer strategy and negotiation
Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.
Contract-to-close management
Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.
Seller services
Home valuation
A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Falls Church area comparables.
Pre-listing checklist
Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.
MLS listing and marketing
Listing on the local MLS and syndication to the major home-search sites.
Showings, offers and closing
Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.
How a typical transaction works
- ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
- PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
- Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
- NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
- CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Virginia rules.