Sell My Alexandria Home Fast: A 21-Day Listing Plan That Works in Old Town and Beyond
Quick Answer: Selling an Alexandria home in 21 days is realistic when you compress the work into three structured phases — Days 1-7 for pricing, prep, and professional marketing assets; Days 8-14 for MLS launch, weekend showings, and a strategic open house; Days 15-21 for offer review, negotiation, and contract ratification. The 21-day plan works in Old Town, Del Ray, Rosemont, Carlyle, and across Alexandria when you price to market, present with professional media, and negotiate with current buyer-pool data.
Most Alexandria sellers don't fail because their home was wrong — they fail because their timeline was wrong. Listings that drift onto the MLS without a launch plan lose the first-week showing surge, the most valuable seven days of any listing's life. By day 14 they're already a "stale" listing, and by day 30 they're cutting price.
A 21-day plan inverts that. Every day is mapped, every asset is professional, and every showing is scored. This guide walks you through the exact day-by-day approach we use to sell homes across Alexandria — from federal townhouses on Prince Street to Del Ray bungalows and Carlyle high-rise condos — and the strategic adjustments each Alexandria submarket requires.
Key Takeaways
- Day 1-7 is the most important week — pricing, professional photography, drone, 3D tour, and coming-soon teaser drive the 14-day momentum.
- The Thursday-night MLS launch with weekend open house is the single highest-ROI scheduling decision in Alexandria.
- Old Town and Del Ray price differently — historic district premiums, walkability, and Metro proximity each command separate comp pools.
- City of Alexandria adds a local recordation tax on top of Virginia's grantor tax — budget roughly $3.30–$4.50 per $1,000 sale price in combined recordation/grantor taxes.
- A 1.5% full-service listing fee keeps roughly $11,250 more in your pocket on a $750K Alexandria sale vs. a 3% traditional agent — with no reduction in photography, drone, 3D, or negotiation.
- 21 days is the target, not the ceiling — well-priced Alexandria homes regularly go under contract in 7-14 days; the 21-day buffer accounts for negotiation rounds and contingency periods.
In This Guide
- Why 21 Days Works in the Alexandria Market
- Week 1 (Days 1-7): Prep, Price, and Position
- Week 2 (Days 8-14): Launch, Show, and Track
- Week 3 (Days 15-21): Negotiate and Ratify
- Alexandria Neighborhood Pricing Snapshot
- Old Town vs. Beyond: How Strategy Differs by Submarket
- Cost of Selling an Alexandria Home
- 7 Mistakes That Stretch a 21-Day Sale Into 90
- How to Choose the Right Alexandria Listing Agent
- Your Next Step: Start Your 21-Day Plan
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Glossary
Why 21 Days Works in the Alexandria Market
Alexandria is one of the most demand-dense submarkets in Northern Virginia. Federal employees, defense contractors, Pentagon staff, and remote knowledge workers all compete for a limited inventory of historic, in-town, and Metro-accessible homes. According to BrightMLS data tracked across Alexandria zip codes (22301–22315), the city's average days on market typically runs well below the broader Northern Virginia average, and the list-to-sale price ratio routinely lands in the 98–101% range for well-prepped listings.
That speed is the opportunity — and the trap. Buyers in Alexandria expect a polished, professional listing. They've toured 12 other homes this month. If your listing photos are dim, your home smells like the dog, or your asking price is anchored to last year's peak, those buyers will silently skip you and the listing will grow stale fast. The 21-day plan is built to capture that demand at the moment it's strongest.
How Speed Translates to Net Proceeds
Every additional week on market in Alexandria carries a measurable cost. Buyers track days on market and use it as a negotiation lever. Here's the relative buyer leverage shift the longer a listing sits:
The 21-day plan is engineered to ratify a contract while the listing is still in the green or balanced zone — when you, the seller, hold the leverage.
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Week 1 (Days 1-7): Prep, Price, and Position
Week 1 is where 21-day sales are won or lost. If you race to the MLS without pricing analysis, professional media, and a launch sequence, you're handing buyer leverage away before showings even begin. Here's the day-by-day structure:
Listing Consultation & Pricing CMA — Day 1
In-person walkthrough. Pull active, pending, and sold comps within a half-mile (or tighter for Old Town blocks). Establish three pricing scenarios: aspirational, market, and accelerated. Sign listing agreement.
Deep Clean & Decluttering — Day 2
Professional deep clean (move-out grade). Declutter every surface, closet, and basement. Pack 30–40% of personal items into a portable storage unit (PODS, U-Haul U-Box).
Stager Walkthrough & Repairs — Day 3
A 90-minute consult with a staging professional. Identify high-ROI fixes: paint touch-ups in scuffed areas, new switch plates, fresh caulk in master bath, kitchen hardware. Schedule handyman for Day 4-5.
Repairs & Cosmetic Refresh — Days 4-5
Execute the punch list. Repaint any wild accent walls in agreeable greige. Replace dated light fixtures (foyer, dining, master). Mulch front beds for curb appeal.
Professional Media Day — Day 6
4K photography (35–50 hero images), drone aerials (especially valuable for Old Town historic façades and waterfront proximity), 3D Matterport tour, walkthrough video, and floorplan capture. All shot in a single morning under managed lighting.
"Coming Soon" Marketing — Day 7
Coming-soon status on MLS, social teaser to a 12K+ DMV buyer database, email blast to active buyer agents in Alexandria. Goal: generate a Thursday-launch showing pipeline.
Week 1 Checklist
Pre-Launch Must-Haves
- ✓ Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) with 6+ direct comps
- ✓ Listing agreement signed and executed
- ✓ Professional deep clean completed
- ✓ 30-40% of personal items removed/stored
- ✓ Punch-list repairs executed
- ✓ 4K photography + drone + 3D + video captured
- ✓ Floorplan rendered and ready for MLS
- ✓ Coming-soon teaser distributed
- ✓ Property disclosure and condominium/HOA docs ordered
Our seller net sheet calculator breaks down every Alexandria-specific cost — commission, city recordation tax, Virginia grantor tax, HOA/condo fees, closing costs — so you know your real bottom line before listing day.
Week 2 (Days 8-14): Launch, Show, and Track
Week 2 is the offensive push. Thursday is the highest-traffic MLS-go-live day in the DMV — buyers are planning weekend tours, and active-status pings hit buyer-agent dashboards before they leave the office.
MLS Goes Active — Day 8 (Thursday)
Active status by 8 AM. Syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, Homes.com within 60–90 minutes. Sign installed, lockbox active.
First Private Showings — Day 9 (Friday)
Buyer-agent showings begin. Expect 4–10 showings on Friday afternoon/evening for a well-priced Alexandria home.
Open House Weekend — Days 10-11 (Sat/Sun)
Saturday 1-3 PM and Sunday 1-3 PM. Targeted social ads geo-fenced to a 5-mile radius. Open-house signage at major Alexandria intersections — King Street, Mt. Vernon Avenue, Duke Street.
Showing Feedback Review — Day 12 (Monday)
All buyer-agent showing feedback compiled. Identify pattern objections: price, condition, layout, location. Decide on any tactical adjustments (a small price refinement, supplemental media, additional disclosure).
Offer Solicitation — Days 13-14 (Tue/Wed)
If multiple showings produced interest, set an offer deadline (typically Tuesday evening or Wednesday by noon). Buyer agents are notified. The deadline concentrates buyer urgency.
Showing Activity Benchmarks
Use these targets to gauge whether your listing is priced correctly. Lower-than-expected showings within the first 7 days of active status almost always indicates a pricing issue, not a marketing issue.
| Price Band | Expected Showings (First 7 Days) | Signal |
|---|---|---|
| $400K–$600K (condos, smaller townhomes) | 12–25 showings | Under 10 = price too high or marketing weak |
| $600K–$900K (townhouses, smaller SFHs) | 10–20 showings | Under 8 = pricing review |
| $900K–$1.4M (Old Town, larger SFHs) | 7–14 showings | Under 5 = pricing review |
| $1.4M+ (luxury Old Town, waterfront) | 4–10 showings | Under 3 = pricing review |
Week 3 (Days 15-21): Negotiate and Ratify
If Week 2 was executed well, you should be sitting on one or more offers by Day 14 or Day 15. Week 3 is dedicated to extracting the strongest contract.
Offer Review & Comparison — Day 15
Side-by-side review of all submitted offers. Compare net-to-seller after concessions, not just headline price. Evaluate financing strength, contingency terms, settlement date, and earnest money.
Counter or Accept — Days 16-17
Counter the lead offer with one round of strategic refinements: price, escalation cap, financing or appraisal contingency language, post-settlement occupancy. If multiple offers are competitive, request highest-and-best.
Contract Ratification — Day 18
Final signatures on the ratified contract. Earnest money deposited with the title company or escrow agent within 5 business days per Virginia REALTORS® standard contract.
Inspection Period Begins — Days 19-21
Buyer's home inspection scheduled. Termite inspection ordered. Appraisal triggered by lender. Title company opens file. Settlement target typically 30–45 days from ratification.
The 21-day plan ends at a ratified contract — not at settlement. Settlement follows the standard Virginia contract timeline of 30–45 days from ratification. The "fast" in "sell fast" means under contract, marketing risk eliminated, your listing off the active market.
Alexandria Neighborhood Pricing Snapshot
Alexandria isn't one market — it's a collection of distinct submarkets, each with its own price band, buyer profile, and absorption rate. Pricing strategy has to reflect the right comp pool, not citywide averages.
| Neighborhood / Area | Typical Price Range | Buyer Profile | 21-Day Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town (22314) | $900K–$3M+ | Executives, federal, downsize buyers | Moderate |
| Del Ray (22301) | $700K–$1.3M | Young families, Pentagon staff | Easy |
| Rosemont (22301) | $800K–$1.5M | Move-up families, urban commuters | Easy |
| North Ridge / Beverly Hills (22305) | $700K–$1.2M | Mid-career families | Easy |
| Carlyle / Eisenhower (22314) | $400K–$900K (condo-heavy) | Singles, DINKs, DC commuters | Moderate (condo financing scrutiny) |
| Potomac Yard (22305) | $600K–$1.1M | New-construction buyers, Amazon HQ2 | Moderate |
| Cameron Station (22304) | $550K–$900K | Active-adult, military, amenity-driven | Easy |
| Mount Vernon corridor (22308) | $600K–$1.1M | Move-up families, Fort Belvoir | Easy to moderate |
Ranges shown are indicative for recent 2025–2026 closed comps and shift with market conditions. Always pull current BrightMLS data for your specific block — a Prince Street federal townhouse and a Janneys Lane condo are not in the same comp pool, even though both are "Alexandria."
Old Town vs. Beyond: How Strategy Differs by Submarket
Selling a federal townhouse on Royal Street is a fundamentally different exercise than selling a brick rambler in Beverly Hills. Old Town carries premium historic character, walkability, and waterfront proximity — but also tighter buyer pool depth above $2M, condo association rules in some buildings, and unique disclosure requirements for properties in the Old & Historic District.
Old Town Specifics
Old Town Listing Adjustments
- ✓ Highlight Board of Architectural Review (BAR) approval history for any exterior work
- ✓ Drone photography of waterfront, King Street access, and roof condition (slate/clay tile premiums)
- ✓ Walkability scoring and Metro proximity (King St-Old Town, Braddock Road) called out in description
- ✓ Twilight photography for federal façades with gas-lamp streetscapes
- ✓ Disclosure of parking arrangements (off-street, permit, garage rental)
- ✓ Slightly longer absorption — luxury Old Town can take 21-35 days at the right price
"Beyond Old Town" Specifics
Del Ray, Rosemont, North Ridge, Beverly Hills, Carlyle, Cameron Station, Potomac Yard, and Mount Vernon corridor each have their own playbook. The shared theme: buyer demand is broader and faster than Old Town's, but expectations on condition and finish are higher.
| ✓ Old Town | ✗ Beyond Old Town |
|---|---|
| Wider 21-30 day window acceptable at $1.5M+ | 7-14 day expectation under $1M; stale fast |
| Character/historic premium up to 8-12% | Cosmetic dated kitchen/bath = 5-10% price penalty |
| BAR-approved improvements add premium | Wild paint, unpermitted additions hurt comps |
| Twilight + drone photography essential | Standard daytime + drone usually sufficient |
4K photography, drone, 3D Matterport, full MLS marketing, BAR/HOA navigation, and partner-led negotiation — all included at 1.5%. On a $750K Alexandria sale, you keep an extra $11,250 compared to a traditional 3% agent. No hidden fees. No service reductions.
Cost of Selling an Alexandria Home
Alexandria sellers face Virginia state grantor tax plus a City of Alexandria local recordation tax, along with the standard commission and closing items. Here's the typical breakdown on a $750K Alexandria sale:
| Cost Item | Rate / Basis | $750K Example |
|---|---|---|
| Listing agent commission (traditional) | 3.0% of sale price | $22,500 |
| Listing agent commission (1.5% full-service) | 1.5% of sale price | $11,250 |
| Buyer agent compensation (negotiable post-NAR) | 0-3% (typical 2-2.5%) | $15,000-$18,750 |
| Virginia grantor tax | $1.00 per $1,000 | $750 |
| NOVA regional congestion tax | $0.15 per $100 | $1,125 |
| City of Alexandria recordation tax | ~$1/$1,000 local share | $750 |
| Settlement/title fees | $400-$800 flat | ~$600 |
| HOA/condo resale disclosure pkg | $200-$400 (condo only) | $300 |
| Prorated property tax + HOA | Varies by closing date | Variable |
Total closing-cost burden on a typical $750K Alexandria sale runs roughly $32K–$42K with a 1.5% full-service listing program vs. $43K–$55K at traditional 3% — that's the $11,250 commission-side savings, sitting in your pocket at settlement.
Run Your Numbers — Side by Side
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How much more do you keep with our 1.5% listing fee?
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Estimates only. Closing costs vary. Buyer's agent commission is negotiable post-NAR settlement.
7 Mistakes That Stretch a 21-Day Sale Into 90
Most failed 21-day plans don't fail because the plan is wrong — they fail because of avoidable decisions in Week 1.
1. Anchoring Price to a Zestimate or Last Year's Peak
Automated valuations and 18-month-old comps both lie. The Alexandria market shifts season by season — a Carlyle 1BR that comped at $475K last spring may comp at $445K this spring, or vice versa. Pull live, ratified BrightMLS comps from the last 60-90 days, weighted to your block.
2. Skipping Professional Photography
iPhone photos cut showings by an estimated 40-60% in the DMV. Buyers swipe past listings with poor first images in under 2 seconds on Zillow. 4K photography, drone, and a 3D tour are baseline — not premium add-ons.
3. Listing on a Monday
Monday and Tuesday MLS launches lose the entire weekend-tour buyer cycle. Thursday between 8-10 AM is the proven Alexandria sweet spot — buyer agents see the new listing alert before lunch and can schedule weekend showings the same afternoon.
4. Refusing All Showings the First Week
Restricted showing windows kill momentum. The first 7 days of active status is when 60-70% of all qualified Alexandria buyers will tour. Locking down to "Saturday only by appointment" leaves money on the table.
5. Overlooking the Condo/HOA Disclosure Timeline
In Alexandria's condo-heavy submarkets — Carlyle, Eisenhower, parts of Old Town — Virginia requires a buyer right-of-rescission period after delivery of the condo resale package. Order the disclosure package on Day 1, not Day 12.
6. Ignoring Showing Feedback
If 8 of 12 showings flag the kitchen as dated, that's not a "buyer doesn't get it" problem — that's a market signal. Either address the objection with a credit, refinement to price, or supplemental marketing.
7. Hiring an Agent Who Doesn't Live and Work in Alexandria
An agent who doesn't know the difference between BAR-approved porch work in Old Town and a non-compliant addition in Rosemont will price wrong, market wrong, and negotiate wrong. Alexandria specificity is the entire job.
If a job transfer, divorce, inherited property, or condition concern is on the clock, a cash offer may be the better path than a traditional listing. We'll walk you through your full range of options — no pressure.
How to Choose the Right Alexandria Listing Agent
A 21-day plan is only as good as the agent executing it. Use these objective criteria when interviewing candidates:
Listing Agent Vetting Criteria
- ✓ Verified Alexandria sold transactions in the last 12 months (ask for the BrightMLS export)
- ✓ Average list-to-sale price ratio above 98%
- ✓ Median days on market under city average
- ✓ Professional 4K photography + drone + 3D tour included (not upcharged)
- ✓ Documented marketing plan — written, not verbal
- ✓ Transparent commission structure — listing fee disclosed in writing
- ✓ Post-NAR-settlement compliance — buyer compensation explained clearly
- ✓ Verified third-party reviews (Google, Zillow, Realtor.com) — quantity AND recency
- ✓ Direct experience with Alexandria-specific requirements (BAR, condo associations, historic disclosure)
The Jamil Brothers Realty Group — Saad Jamil and Arslan Jamil — has closed 840+ homes and $500M+ in volume across Northern Virginia, hold NVAR Lifetime Top Producer status, and rank in the Top 1% nationwide. The team offers a 1.5% full-service listing fee in Alexandria with 4K photography, drone, 3D Matterport, full MLS marketing, and partner-led negotiation included — not as upsells.
Your Next Step: Start Your 21-Day Plan
A successful 21-day Alexandria sale rests on three pillars: correct price, professional presentation, and disciplined launch sequence. Skip any of those three and the clock stretches out. Execute all three and you'll move from listing consultation to ratified contract in three weeks — keeping more of your equity along the way.
The first move is a no-cost, no-obligation valuation. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group will run live BrightMLS comps for your specific block, walk through the 21-day execution plan for your home, and show you exactly what your net proceeds look like at 1.5% vs. 3% — before you commit to anything.
Know your Alexandria equity, understand your costs, and see exactly what you'll walk away with — before you make any decisions. The Jamil Brothers provide a full seller consultation at no cost or obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you really sell an Alexandria home in 21 days?
Yes. In Alexandria's typical market conditions, well-priced and professionally marketed homes routinely go under contract in 7-14 days. The 21-day target is the full window from listing consultation to ratified contract, which builds in time for pricing prep, professional photography, MLS launch, weekend showings, offer review, and negotiation rounds. Luxury Old Town properties above $1.5M may need slightly longer windows, but a 21-day plan still produces ratified contracts faster than the citywide average.
What does it cost to sell a home in Alexandria, VA?
Total closing costs typically run 7-9% of sale price with a traditional 3% listing agent, or 5.5-7.5% with a 1.5% full-service listing program. On a $750K Alexandria sale, that's roughly $43K-$55K traditional vs. $32K-$42K with a 1.5% program. The breakdown includes listing commission, buyer agent compensation (negotiable post-NAR), Virginia grantor tax ($1 per $1,000), NOVA regional congestion tax ($0.15 per $100), City of Alexandria local recordation tax, settlement fees, condo/HOA resale package if applicable, and prorated property tax.
How long does it take to sell a house in Alexandria, VA?
Median days on market in Alexandria has been running well below the broader Northern Virginia average for the last several quarters, with well-prepped listings typically going under contract in 7-14 days. The full timeline from listing consultation to settlement is usually 45-65 days — 21 days to ratified contract, plus 30-45 days from ratification to closing per the standard Virginia REALTORS® contract.
How do I choose a listing agent in Alexandria?
Vet candidates on verifiable Alexandria production: sold transactions in the last 12 months, average list-to-sale ratio above 98%, median days on market under the city average, professional photography included (not upcharged), written marketing plan, transparent commission structure, post-NAR-settlement compliance, and direct experience with Alexandria-specific requirements like the Old & Historic District's Board of Architectural Review (BAR) approvals. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group meets these criteria with 840+ closed transactions, NVAR Lifetime Top Producer status, and a 1.5% full-service listing fee.
How does the NAR settlement affect Alexandria sellers?
After the NAR settlement effective August 2024, buyer agent compensation in Virginia is no longer embedded in the listing commission by default — it's now openly negotiable and disclosed separately. Alexandria sellers can choose to offer 0%, 2%, 2.5%, or any negotiated amount as buyer agent compensation. Most competitive Alexandria listings still offer some buyer agent compensation (typically 2-2.5%) because it broadens the buyer pool, but the structure is now transparent and negotiable rather than automatic.
Is the Alexandria market a seller's market or buyer's market right now?
Alexandria has tilted toward sellers in most submarkets, with inventory remaining tight in Del Ray, Rosemont, North Ridge, Beverly Hills, and lower-priced Old Town townhomes. Luxury Old Town above $1.5M and certain Carlyle/Eisenhower condo segments are more balanced. Conditions shift quarter to quarter — always pull current BrightMLS data for your specific zip code and price band before pricing.
What's the biggest mistake Alexandria sellers make?
Pricing to a Zestimate or last year's peak comps instead of live, ratified data from the last 60-90 days. A 5-7% overpricing error on Day 1 typically results in 30-60 additional days on market, followed by a price reduction that often lands below where the listing should have started. Alexandria buyers are sophisticated and well-advised — they will not chase an aspirational price.
Do Alexandria condos take longer to sell than single-family homes?
Sometimes — but the cause is usually condo-specific, not general. Carlyle and Eisenhower Avenue condos may face mortgage-financing scrutiny on the building (FHA approval, owner-occupancy ratios, litigation status). Old Town historic condos require careful BAR-history disclosure. A well-priced, well-disclosed Alexandria condo can still go under contract in 7-14 days; the longer timelines usually trace to incomplete condo resale disclosure packages or unaddressed financing concerns.
What about HOA disclosure requirements in Alexandria?
Virginia requires sellers in HOA-governed properties to provide a resale disclosure packet that includes governing documents, financial statements, rules, and any pending special assessments. The buyer has a statutory rescission period (typically 3 business days after receipt) to walk from the contract. Order the packet on Day 1 of the listing — not after a contract is ratified — to avoid delays that can stretch a 21-day plan into a 30-day one.
Does a 1.5% listing fee really include the same services as a 3% agent?
Yes. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group's 1.5% program is full-service — 4K professional photography, drone aerials, 3D Matterport tours, walkthrough video, floorplan, complete MLS marketing and syndication, contract negotiation, and partner-level (not assistant-level) attention through settlement. The 1.5% is the listing-side commission; buyer agent compensation is separately negotiable. It's not a discount, flat-fee, or limited-service model — it's the same service delivery at a structurally lower cost.
Can I sell my Alexandria home if I'm getting a PCS or job transfer?
Yes — the 21-day plan is designed for time-pressured sellers. PCS and corporate-relocation timelines often demand a ratified contract within 30 days, and the structured day-by-day execution makes that realistic. For sellers with extremely tight windows, a cash-offer option may be a better fit than a traditional listing — we'll walk through the trade-offs (speed vs. price) so you can choose the right path.
What's special about selling in Old Town Alexandria specifically?
Old Town's Old & Historic District is governed by Alexandria's Board of Architectural Review (BAR), which approves exterior changes to most properties. Buyers expect documentation of BAR-approved improvements, accurate disclosure of any non-conforming work, and detailed history on historic façades. Old Town also commands a documented walkability premium and waterfront-proximity premium — so marketing has to lean into those advantages with drone photography and twilight shoots. Slightly longer absorption windows (21-35 days) are normal at the $1.5M+ price tier.
Glossary
CMA (Comparative Market Analysis)
A pricing analysis using recent active, pending, and sold comparable sales near the subject property to recommend a listing price range.
DOM (Days on Market)
Number of days a listing has been in active status on the MLS. Lower DOM signals seller leverage; higher DOM signals buyer leverage.
List-to-Sale Ratio
Final sale price divided by original listing price. Alexandria homes typically close in the 98-101% range; below 95% suggests aggressive overpricing at launch.
BAR (Board of Architectural Review)
Alexandria's review body that approves exterior changes to properties in the Old & Historic District. BAR documentation is required disclosure on Old Town listings.
Grantor Tax
Virginia state seller tax of $1 per $1,000 of sale price. Layered with the NOVA congestion tax ($0.15 per $100) for properties in Northern Virginia jurisdictions including Alexandria.
Escalation Clause
A buyer offer term that automatically increases the offer price above any competing offer by a fixed increment, up to a stated cap. Common in multiple-offer Alexandria scenarios.
Ratified Contract
A real estate purchase agreement signed by all parties with all terms agreed. Ratification is the milestone the 21-day plan targets.
Condo Resale Disclosure Package
A Virginia-required document set for condo sales including governing documents, financials, rules, and any pending special assessments. Triggers a buyer rescission period.
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