5 Myths About Selling a Home in Northern Virginia
When it comes to selling your home, advice comes from everywhere—neighbors, social media, even well‑meaning family members. The problem? Much of it is outdated or simply wrong. Believing these myths can cost you time, money, and unnecessary stress.
Grab a cup of coffee and dive in—there’s plenty here to help you make smarter decisions for your home and stay ahead in today’s market.
“Spring is the only good time to sell.”
While spring brings lots of buyers, homes sell year‑round in NoVA. Serious fall and winter buyers face less competition—which can work in your favor with faster timelines and motivated offers.
“You have to price high so you can negotiate down.”
Overpricing shrinks your buyer pool and causes longer days on market. A smart, market‑based list price attracts more qualified buyers and can spark multiple offers.
“Staging isn’t necessary—buyers can imagine it.”
Most buyers can’t visualize. Professionally guided staging makes rooms look brighter and larger, often leading to faster sales and stronger offers.
“I need to renovate everything before listing.”
Big remodels rarely return dollar‑for‑dollar at resale. Focus on high‑impact, cost‑effective updates—fresh paint, landscaping, lighting, hardware, and repairing visible wear.
“All agents charge the same commission.”
Not true. Fees vary widely. Choosing the right listing program can save you thousands while delivering full service. (Hint: our 1.5% Listing Program was built for that.)
Many Northern Virginia homeowners assume they must pay a traditional 6% commission to sell. You don’t. With our 1.5% Listing Program, you get full‑service marketing, staging guidance, negotiation expertise, and hyper‑local market knowledge—at a fraction of the traditional cost.
What Could You Save on a $600,000 Home?
| Scenario | Rate | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Commission | 6.00% | $36,000 |
| Our 1.5% Listing + Buyer Agent (2.25%)* | 3.75% | $22,500 |
| Estimated Savings | $13,500 |
*Buyer‑agent compensation is optional and negotiable. Total commission varies by property, market, and terms. This is an illustrative example.
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From Fairfax and Loudoun to Prince William and Arlington, our strategies are tuned to neighborhood‑level trends—days on market, list‑to‑sale ratios, and buyer demand shifts.
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Commission rates are not set by law and are fully negotiable. Buyer‑agent compensation (if offered) is optional and may be set to $0. Savings estimates are illustrative and not a guarantee of results. Market conditions vary by neighborhood, property, and time of year.
Special September Promotion:
To celebrate the start of the fall market, we’re extending a limited-time 1.5% listing fee exclusively for new clients who list their home with us during September. Certain minimums and conditions apply — see full details below.
Disclaimer:
This promotional offer is valid only for new clients who enter into a signed Exclusive Right to Sell Listing Agreement with The Jamil Brothers Realty Group between September 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025. Offer applies solely to residential real estate listings located within the Commonwealth of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and is contingent upon (i) a minimum listing price of $800,000, (ii) a total compensation structure that meets or exceeds cooperating brokerage commission requirements customary to the marketplace, and (iii) the property being in a marketable and insurable condition acceptable to potential buyers, lenders, and cooperating brokerages.
This offer does not apply to (a) prior or current clients with active or pending listing agreements, (b) properties listed prior to the promotional period, or (c) transactions already under contract. Seller remains responsible for payment of cooperating broker compensation as outlined in the MLS listing or as otherwise negotiated. Any deviation from standard compensation structures, cooperating broker commission adjustments, or buyer concessions may result in modification, withdrawal, or inapplicability of this promotional rate.
The 1.5% listing fee covers only the listing-side representation fee. All additional fees, costs, or third-party expenses (including, but not limited to, staging, photography, transaction coordination, legal review, HOA document fees, or settlement costs) remain the sole responsibility of the client. This offer is void where prohibited, subject to change without notice, and may be withdrawn or modified at the sole discretion of The Jamil Brothers Realty Group at any time without liability.
By participating in this promotion, client acknowledges and agrees that all standard terms and conditions of our brokerage agreements apply, and that this offer does not create any guarantee, warranty, or obligation beyond what is expressly stated in a fully executed listing agreement.
“1.5% listing service” refers to the listing-side brokerage fee only; any seller-offered buyer-broker compensation (if any), brokerage/admin fees, and all third-party charges (title/lender/HOA/recording, inspections, warranties, etc.) are separate. Minimums and exclusions may apply; see the listing agreement and the Important Information & Disclosures.
Important Information & Disclosures
Last updated: August 29, 2025
Content on this page is provided for general educational purposes for homeowners in Northern Virginia and should not be relied upon as legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Consult your attorney, CPA, lender, and title company for advice specific to your situation.
- Estimates Only: Cost figures reflect common scenarios as of August 2025 and may change without notice due to market conditions and third-party fees (title insurance, lender charges, HOA/condo, transfer/recording, inspections, warranties, etc.). No guarantee is made regarding your net proceeds or savings.
- Brokerage Compensation & 1.5% Listing Service: Commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable. The “1.5% listing service” refers solely to the listing-side brokerage fee. Any seller-offered buyer-broker compensation (if any), brokerage/admin fees, and all third-party charges are separate. Minimum fees and program exclusions may apply; full details are provided in the written listing agreement.
- Accuracy & Corrections: Information is provided “as-is” and, while believed accurate, may contain errors or omissions. If you see an error, please contact us for prompt correction.
- No Agency Created: Viewing this page, contacting us, or submitting a form does not create an agency relationship. Representation begins only upon mutual execution of a written agreement.
- Fair Housing: We conduct business in accordance with the Fair Housing Act. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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- Not a Solicitation: Not intended to solicit homeowners currently under an exclusive representation agreement with another broker.
Where market statistics or MLS data are referenced, they are deemed reliable but not guaranteed; availability and terms are subject to change.
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