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What are the biggest mistakes veterans make when using a VA loan?
The biggest VA loan mistakes usually aren't "VA problems"—they're planning problems: weak pre-approval, the wrong lender, unrealistic pricing, and ignoring the VA appraisal/repair reality. In Woodbridge and Fairfax, these mistakes can cost you the home (or cost you weeks of delay) even if you're fully eligible.
Johnny Sarkis
Jan 142 min read


What’s the Step-by-Step Process to Buying a Home for Sale in Woodbridge, VA from Search to Closing?
Buying a home in Woodbridge, VA doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This step-by-step guide walks you from the home search and lender pre-approval to touring, making an offer, inspections, appraisal, final walkthrough, and closing—so you know exactly what happens next.
Johnny Sarkis
Dec 17, 20258 min read


How Down-Payment Assistance (DPA) Is Bringing More First-Time Buyers to Your Listing — And What You Should Do About It
Down-payment assistance is bringing more qualified first-time buyers back into the market. Here’s how to price, handle concessions, and keep timelines smooth while protecting your net.
Johnny Sarkis
Dec 14, 20253 min read


Are Belmont Bay prices diverging from the broader Woodbridge market, and how are new waterfront townhomes shaping demand?
Belmont Bay’s market isn’t moving in lockstep with Woodbridge. While inventory across Woodbridge is climbing, Belmont Bay sellers continue to see strong demand thanks to waterfront amenities and VRE access.
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New townhome projects like Beacon Park Towns and Belmont Bay Marina developments are bringing fresh competition — but they’re also attracting more buyers to the community, boosting visibility for resale homes.
Excerpt 3 (Buyer Focus):
If
Johnny Sarkis
Sep 13, 20252 min read


Johnny Sarkis’s Guide for Woodbridge Homeowners
Relocating for a new job or lifestyle change is exciting, but leaving a property behind in Woodbridge can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don't have to be local to sell profitably. In this guide, Top-Producer Johnny Sarkis shares the six essential steps to managing a seamless out-of-state sale—from coordinating repairs to digital marketing strategies that attract buyers from afar
Johnny Sarkis
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Maximize Real Estate Gains with FHA and VA Loan Assumptions
In the dynamic landscape of real estate investment, savvy investors are always on the lookout for innovative strategies to boost their...
Johnny Sarkis
Jul 11, 20253 min read


How to Price Your Relisted Home in Woodbridge for Success with Johnny Sarkis
If your home in Woodbridge, VA didn’t sell the first time, pricing was likely the main issue. Relisting requires a smarter approach. Johnny Sarkis, a top real estate expert with over 30 years of experience, shares how to price your relisted home using a fresh Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), local trends, buyer feedback, and competitive strategies that work. With the right price, you can attract more buyers and sell faster.
Johnny Sarkis
Jun 17, 20254 min read
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