Nichole Tavacol, Realtor

I am so grateful for my clients' generosity and thoughtfulness. Their gifts, featuring my logo alongside their own tagline, are a testament to the joy and fulfillment I find in helping people buy and sell homes. Being a realtor allows me to make a real difference in people's lives, and that is the greatest reward of all.

Great news for my VA Loan buyers!!🇺🇸🇺🇸

VA will allow homebuyers to pay agents — at least for now Comments made by a Department of Veterans Affairs official Tuesday “ensures veterans have the same opportunity as others to compete in a tight housing market.”

Come see this gorgeous house (and ME) TODAY. 12pm-3pm!!

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It’s been a week, y’all!

Media isn’t always accurate…Marry the house and Date the rate!!

What You Really Need To Know About Home Prices According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down.

Thrilled to announce my retirement from Giant Food after 34 years of service, including the last five as a dual-career Realtor with Pearson Smith Realty! Now, I can focus on making your real estate dreams come true! 🏠🏠🏠

Excited mom post: my 14 year-old daughter asked if she could be more of a part of my real estate business, shadow my showings, and help with admin. Super excited to share my passion with my #1 person💜💜💜

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6 Reasons Why Rain Is Your Friend When Buying a Home A good blast of wind and rain will expose a home's water issues and potentially help a buyer avoid buying a leaky lemon home disaster.

🏡 Curious about making an offer on a house? 📝 Here’s what you need to know:
💰 Determine Your Budget: Calculate how much you can afford to spend on a home, factoring in your down payment, closing costs, and monthly mortgage payments.
🏠 Research Comparable Sales: Look at similar properties in the area to gauge the market value and ensure your offer is competitive.
🤝 Work with a Real Estate Agent: Partner with an expert real estate agent who can provide guidance, negotiate on your behalf, and ensure your offer is legally sound.
📄 Prepare the Offer Letter: Your offer should include the purchase price, contingencies (such as financing and home inspection), and any additional terms or conditions.
📑 Submit Earnest Money: Along with your offer, you may need to provide earnest money as a sign of good faith and commitment to the purchase.
🖋️ Negotiate Terms: Be prepared for potential counteroffers from the seller, and work with your agent to negotiate terms that are favorable to you.
📅 Set a Timeline: Include deadlines for inspections, financing, and closing in your offer to ensure a smooth transaction process. Understanding these steps will help you navigate the offer process confidently and increase your chances of securing your dream home.

Mortgage rates dip slightly as Fed continues its pause Rates have remained relatively stable since December, with the average 30-year mortgage rate posting a modest decline this week.

Remember, the agent at the builder's office may be the nicest person in the world, but they are representing the BUILDER, not YOU. Contact me with any of your real estate questions!

The Value of an Agent When Buying Your New Construction Home Buying a new construction home can be an exciting experience.

Exciting update! Mortgage rates have plummeted to their lowest levels since May 2023 following the latest Fed announcement. The average 30-year fixed rate conventional is now around 6.62%, nearly 0.30% lower than yesterday. VA/FHA is now around 6.125% with no points. This significant drop (one of the largest single-day decreases on record) could open new opportunities for homebuyers. Let me know if you’d like to discuss how to leverage this for your new home!!

While this looks worrisome, check out this quote from the article, then contact me and we can chat about your real estate needs.

"Aside from Middlesex County, Massachusetts, and FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA, markets with a population of at least 1 million that were among the 50 least at-risk included Hennepin County, Minnesota; Salt Lake County, Utah and Wake County, North Carolina"

The Housing Markets Facing Greater Risk of Downturns Third-quarter patterns—derived from gaps in home affordability, underwater mortgages, foreclosures and unemployment—revealed that California, New Jersey and Illinois have the

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Sandy Hoffmann ★★★★★ "We simply can’t say enough good things about Nichole. She is one fantastic agent. There is no way we could have sold our townhouse and found a new single story home in the midst of a pandemic without her. She constantly offered helpful suggestions, but never pushed. She never fail...

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Mike Kerr (Kerrnel) ★★★★★ "Five-Star rating for Five Star Service! Nichole explained the process, kept me informed along the way, and did all the behind the scenes stuff seamlessly (staging, photos, etc) which made life so much easier and less stressful for me. I cant say enough about the peace of mind I had ...

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Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Katie Bajis ★★★★★ "Home selling and buying is stressful but Nichole took care of all the issues. I sold my condo above asking price very quickly."

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Marilyn Downing Wollek ★★★★★ "Nichole was recommended to me by a friend and she did not disappoint! I was trying to find a rental for a family member who had a low budget and was trying to be able to stay near family and Nichole worked diligently and tirelessly to find my relative a place to live. She had really...

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Phil Harned ★★★★★ "What makes Nichole a great Agent besides her knowledge of the market is that she really cares about her clients. She went the extra mile and found the perfect place. She has my business for life and I highly, highly recommend you seek her out. Thank you Nichole!"

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Virgie Chaffen, Jr. ★★★★★ "If you want a tried and true realtor for any home needs, she is awesome. Thank you for making this relocation transition smooth. She is a professional and well knowledgeable about her work. Try her, you won't be disappointed."

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Ashley Knode ★★★★★ "Nichole was caring, extremely helpful, and supportive!! She really listens to what you want and tries to find the perfect place for you. Very responsive and great communication throughout the entire process!"

Google review of Nichole Tavacol, Pearson Smith Realty, LLC by Debra Mojay ★★★★★ "Nichole is very professional! Knowledgeable and understanding! She listens to the clients. Nichole works hard for her clients. Nichole isn't pushy. If you don't like a viewing, it's ok. Nichole, don't try to convince you to take a house that's not a good fit for their family. I felt...

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I did a thing, y’all! I am proud to announce that I have branched out and started my own real estate group, Cloud 9 NOVA Homes. I am still with Pearson Smith Realty, but will be working under my own brand. I am excited to continue providing my clients with excellent service and care to ensure they all feel like they’re on Cloud 9!