Virginia real estate: buy or sell with a local AXEN agent
Virginia is mostly buyer-beware, sellers must disclose flood zones and military noise zones, and the seller usually pays the grantor tax. Here is what is the same everywhere in Virginia, and our local guide for each city.
Virginia cities we cover
Each guide covers the local neighborhoods, costs and rules for that city.
What every Virginia buyer and seller should know
Buyer-beware
Sellers give a disclosure form, but Virginia is mostly buyer-beware. Get your own inspection.
Flood disclosure
Sellers must say if the home is in a special flood hazard area.
Military noise zones
Homes near air bases can sit in a noise or accident potential zone that must be disclosed.
Grantor tax
$0.50 per $500 of price, usually paid by the seller.
Recordation taxes
Buyers pay recordation taxes on the deed and the loan.
Settlement agents
An attorney or title company acts as the settlement agent.
AXEN Realty in Virginia
Every AXEN agent in Virginia works under a licensed managing broker: Rusty Smith (license 226039321). See every state on the state brokers page.
Buying? Start with the home buying guide and get pre-approved.
Selling? Read the home selling guide and get your home value.
Moving here? Read buying in a new state.
Virginia real estate questions
Do Virginia sellers have to disclose problems?
Virginia is mostly buyer-beware. Sellers give a disclosure form and must disclose flood zones and military noise zones, so always get your own inspection.
What is the grantor tax in Virginia?
It is a state tax of $0.50 per $500 of the sale price, usually paid by the seller. Buyers pay recordation taxes on the deed and loan.
What is an AICUZ noise zone?
It is an area near a military air base with more jet noise or accident risk. Sellers must disclose it.
Does it cost anything to talk to an AXEN agent in Virginia?
No. Talking with an AXEN agent about buying or selling in Virginia is free.