Why Alexandria Owners Call Ken
Alexandria has historic homes, condos, and older single-family houses, and each needs a different selling plan. Historic-district homes may face design review for exterior work, which makes major repairs before a sale slow and expensive. That often favors an as-is sale or a carefully targeted listing.
- Inherited homes: In Alexandria, wills are probated through the Clerk of the Circuit Court at 520 King Street. We can work around the estate’s timeline.
- Condos: We handle resale disclosure packets and HOA issues.
- Older homes: Original systems, foundation issues, or deferred maintenance are fine on an as-is sale.
Areas We Serve
Old Town, Del Ray, Rosemont, Arlandria, Potomac Yard, Seminary Hill, West End, and the Fairfax County “Alexandria” addresses along Route 1.
Three Ways to Sell – Compared Side by Side
Most companies give you one option: theirs. Because Ken is a licensed Realtor and a licensed mortgage professional, you get every option in writing so you can choose.
| Sell As-Is for Cash | List on the Open Market | Sell or Keep Your Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repairs | None | Your choice – we advise what pays off | Not applicable |
| Showings | One walkthrough | Yes | None |
| Timeline | You pick the closing date | Typically longer; depends on market | Varies by note |
| Best for | Speed, certainty, homes needing work | Getting top dollar | Owners who sold with seller financing |
You see the numbers for each path, then decide. No pressure, no fee to get the comparison.
How It Works
- Tell us about the property. Call (240) 363-9117 or fill out the short form – about two minutes.
- Ken walks the property with you. One visit, no cleanup needed.
- Get your written options. A cash offer and an estimated listing net, side by side.
- Choose your path and your date. If you choose cash, you pick the closing date at a local title company.
Why Sellers Call Ken
- Licensed Realtor since 1985 – four decades of DC-area closings
- Licensed mortgage professional (NMLS #2189943), so he understands liens, payoffs, and financing problems that stall other buyers
- MBA in Real Estate Development, George Washington University
- Experience with short sales, foreclosures, estates, military and veteran moves, and HUD-approved housing counseling
- Straight answers in writing – including when listing will net you more than a cash sale
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you buy houses in Virginia too?
Yes – Alexandria and nearby Northern Virginia areas. [Confirm Virginia license or co-brokering arrangement.]
Do Virginia sales work differently than Maryland or DC?
Contracts, disclosures, and closing customs differ by jurisdiction. Your written comparison reflects Virginia rules.
Can I sell a house that’s still in probate?
Often yes, once the executor or administrator qualifies with the Circuit Court. We can sign a contract that closes when the estate is ready.
Will a cash offer always be lower than listing?
Usually lower than a repaired, listed sale – but with no repairs, showings, or months of carrying costs. We show both nets.
Get Your Free Side-by-Side Comparison
Tell us a little about the property. It takes about two minutes, and Ken follows up personally.
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Ken Bossard is a licensed real estate agent with Samson Properties District of Columbia license #SP98374090 and a licensed mortgage loan originator, NMLS #2189943. When Ken or an affiliated entity offers to buy your property, you will receive written disclosure of his license status no later than when the offer is made. If we intend to assign our purchase contract to another buyer, we will tell you in writing before you sign. A cash offer is not an appraisal; you are always free to list your home or consult your own attorney or agent. Equal Housing Opportunity.