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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Virginia?
Virginia seller guide · Costs, fees and what you keep The cost to sell a house in Virginia is not one fixed percentage. Add your agreed agent fees, seller closing costs, repairs and buyer credits. Then subtract your mortgage payoff to estimate what you keep. On an $850,000 sale, the example below to
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What Are Virginia Real Estate Transfer Taxes? Complete Guide
Quick Answer: Virginia real estate transfer taxes start with the state grantor's tax of $0.25 per $100 of the sale price, which is $1,500 on a $600,000 home. In Northern Virginia jurisdictions inside the NVTA transportation district, an additional $0.15 per $100 applies, bringing the total to $0.40
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What Are the Virginia Home Seller Disclosure Requirements?
Quick Answer: Virginia home seller disclosure requirements are built around a "buyer beware" framework. You must deliver the Virginia Residential Property Disclosure Statement (current version effective July 1, 2026), follow federal lead-based paint rules for homes built before 1978, provide a resal
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How to Sell a House Without a Realtor in Virginia (FSBO Guide)
Quick Answer: Yes, you can legally sell a house without a Realtor in Virginia. As a for sale by owner (FSBO) seller you skip the listing agent fee, usually 2.5% to 3%, but you take on pricing, marketing, showings, negotiation and legal compliance yourself. Virginia still requires the Residential Pro
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