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Home Buyers on Google overload?

By Doug Francis

If you are looking to buy or sell a home, I'm sure you have used  Google to do most of your research. In a recent conversation with a REALTOR colleague in Falls Church, Virginia, she shared how home buyers walking into her Sunday open-house already knowing the tax assessment, local school scores, neighborhood comparables and much more. They were Continue Reading

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The Real Estate Consumer has changed…

By Doug Francis

Okay consumers… did you know that people buy homes differently today than ten years ago? Today’s real estate consumer has so much information available that is specific, in depth and literally on demand that it has transformed the role of the real estate agent… for the better. The way consumers get mortgage information is better too as home Continue Reading

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Your Maryland lockbox doesn’t work in Virginia

By Doug Francis

In the past two weeks, I have shown up at two vacant homes in Fairfax, Virginia with clients wanting to take a look-see, only to find that the SentriLock lock-boxes did not work. You know, SentriLock's are the little blue boxes on the front door handles of homes for sale. In the Washington D.C. metro area, we have Realtor Associations in Continue Reading

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McLean Home Sales Stats, Hyper Local Sept ’09

By Doug Francis

Yes, I get tons of free data too but here we go, hyper-local real estate sales numbers: they aren't pretty! Numbers for 22101: Total Units Sold in September 2009, 40 vs. 18 in 2008 (up 122.22%) Average Sold Price in September 2009, $866,373 vs. $924,386 in 2008 (down 6.28%) In the $700,000 to $799,999 range, 4 sold with 16 active Continue Reading

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HvCc appraisal flu hits Northern Virginia…

By Doug Francis

Home sellers and buyers in Northern Virginia have felt the pain of the HVCC, the Home Valuation Code of Conduct. These new guidelines (May, 2009) dictate how real estate appraisals are conducted for all mortgage loans that will be sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Government insured loans such as FHA or Veterans Administration (VA) have not Continue Reading

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: appraisal, buyer, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, HVCC, seller, virginia

A sick home seller strategy…

By Doug Francis

This is an angle that many real estate agents have yet to discuss with their seller clients because it may sound a little harsh. Some subjects like current market activity, reductions in asking or list price, keeping the house clean, proper staging, repainting, repairing, de-cluttering, re-carpeting, curb appeal, sanitizing, lighting, scenting, Continue Reading

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Figuring out the McLean Real Estate Market – August 2009

By Doug Francis

There have been some impressive claims about the real estate market in August, but there is a sharp dividing line between McLean 22101 and 22102. Yes, 22101 saw some good real estate sales numbers. The strength of the McLean home market is its strategic location keeping this area in demand since access to D.C., Tyson's, Arlington plus Dulles and Continue Reading

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Figuring out the Vienna Home Market… August 2009

By Doug Francis

I understand that you are bombarded with August's real estate sales data, but I always like to keep it simple, and the Vienna home market  in the 22182 zip code was actually pretty flat versus 2008... which may be good news to some of you. But, if you are a seller with a home priced over $800,000 then you are still searching for a needle in a Continue Reading

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Vienna real estate agent Doug Francis

When we bought our house in Vienna, we were thinking about raising the kids, building an addition, and knowing the neighbors. Today, home buyers are attracted to Vienna because of the sense of community, walkability, and small town lifestyle.

So, what’s next after your 25 years? It’s a conversation many of my clients are having with me as they plan to move to the beach, travel, or get closer to grandkids. Helping them see their future, sell their current home, and move ahead with their updated plan has been an interesting new chapter.

My background: I am an active licensed agent in Virginia, have negotiated hundreds of sales contracts, work at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty in McLean, and still sell homes in all price ranges. I donate to the Town of Vienna tree replacement fund, participate in a neighborhood citizens association, and try my best to stay in shape.

Let’s discuss your moving plans: Email doug@dougfrancis.com or call me at (703) 304-6827 .  Cheers!

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“Doug nailed it! Within days, we had three offers, one of which not only met, but far exceeded all of our goals.”
– R. Pollard

“He truly was a partner integrating us unto the community and made it easy for us to take advantage of all Vienna has to offer.”
– A. D’Eredita

“We are so thankful we found Doug to guide us through the complex home selling and buying processes!”
– Scott and Jennie

About Doug Francis

I am a Realtor with TTR Sotheby's International Realty® just outside Washington D.C. in Northern Virginia. I'm licensed in Virginia with a focus on Vienna, VA real estate since 1991.

That deep knowledge is valuable, especially in today's fast-paced market where advice is critical. Although many of my clients are personally referred, I am available to help you too and am accepting new clients right now.

Feel free to contact me at 703-304-6827 or email me at doug@dougfrancis.com anytime!

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6723 Whittier Avenue McLean, VA 22101

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