Lake of the Woods, VA may have 1,709 real estate agents, but you’re looking for the cream of the crop. Homelight analyzes performance data from all of Lake of the Woods’s active agents to find you those with the best objective results. The top 3% of Lake of the Woods agents boast impressive numbers: They complete 77.5% more real estate transactions each year than the average agent, and sell homes 80.6% faster.
Lake of the Woods’s top REALTORS® and Real Estate Agents
Top Agents List updated on March 22nd, 2023
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Ranked as one of the top teams in the DC Metro Area by the Wall Street Journal, Debbie, Sarah, and the entire Reynolds EmpowerHome Team attribute their success to always putting their client’s needs first, above all else. This is something that many agents say, but Debbie and Sarah are on a mission to actually DO it...
Sarah Reynolds's reviews
"the main contact was John Hutchinson..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
2,292
Average Price Point
$540K
Years of Experience
35
Belcher Real Estate is a high powered independent real estate brokerage company located in the Fredericksburg Region. We are the leaders in our market, and consistently outpace the competition in sales and client satisfaction. Experience is not only accomplished in time but in the amount of homes sold and the exper...
Alex Belcher's reviews
"He did a great job! His family and himself were the listing agent of the property I purchased. I’d love to work with him again and have his father do the remodel on a future home for us again. They do beautiful work and a honest, fair people. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
1,044
Average Price Point
$410K
Years of Experience
23
Ranked as the top real estate team in the Stafford/Fredericksburg area, Michael and his team of real estate advisers have sold over $400 million dollars in real estate. We know the real estate experience can be daunting which is why we have developed a proven process creating a simpler, hassle-free experience with ...
Michael Gillies's reviews
"Michael was AWESOME! We would definitely recommend him and use his services again. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
442
Average Price Point
$500K
Years of Experience
15
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Experience, results, communication, and client satisfaction are the core benefits my clients receive when working with me. I know it is a challenging decision on whom you choose to represent you in your home's sale or purchase. You have to balance out who has significant experience, the right strategy, and consist...
Amy Cherry's reviews
"Absolutely the Best!! Amy made it so easy for us every step of the way. She believes in and works very hard for her clients. By far the greatest experience working with her. I do and will recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell in this area!..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
399
Average Price Point
$460K
Years of Experience
20
The 12:45 Team is a unique and experienced real estate team that can service all your real estate needs. Philip Johnson and Shawn Derrick are our listing specialists who work directly with Nate to market your home. Our goal is to exceed the expectations of our clients by being a team of talented specialists that ser...
Nate Johnson's reviews
"Nate and his team were our second realtors. We immediately knew that they were a much better fit. He was well versed in the area, gave us the time and attention we felt we needed and really got things going. Our house was a hard sell - large house with not a lot of land in the 600's in Damascus. Most people move..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
382
Average Price Point
$490K
Years of Experience
19
James Nellis II, a third-generation REALTOR®, is CEO of The Nellis Group. He has been in the real estate business for over 27 years and specializes in utilizing cutting edge technology and creating new systems to bring real estate to the next level. The Nellis Group was honored by Washingtonian Magazine as Top Teams...
James Nellis's reviews
"James has been a delight to work with. He is an outstanding agent all around. He is very professional and yet personable. He fully understands all aspects of real estate and the needs of his clients. I highly recommend James Nellis to anyone who is looking to find an agent who is honest, reliable and dependable. ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
371
Average Price Point
$590K
Years of Experience
28
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I have spent over thirty seven years in real estate, and have personally experienced all the ups and downs of the market. Since 1984, I have coordinated thousands of new home sales as well as easing the transition for families as they move on to new horizons. My expertise lies in my complete understanding of all fac...
Ray Gernhart's reviews
"Ray was wonderful in the home buying process. Being a first time home buyer, he was very patient and well-versed in explaining different things that I was unaware of. He helped limit down options based on what was requested, and made the whole process painless and a lot of fun..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
251
Average Price Point
$670K
Years of Experience
38
EXP Realty LLC
Pat Licata is a real estate agent with Keller Williams Real Estate in Locust Grove, Virginia. Pat's coverage area includes Lake of the Woods, Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania Courthouse, Lake Wilderness and Reston. HomeLight ranks Pat as one of the top 1% of agents in Lake of the Woods for successfully selling...
Home Transactions
226
Average Price Point
$410K
Years of Experience
13
Vickie Clark Jennings is an Associate Broker with Berkshire Hathaway Penfed Realty. She has been in the Real Estate business full-time since 1987. Vickie has sold several thousands of homes, land, commercial and residential properties. Her experience is unstoppable. No matter the market conditions she continues to ...
Vickie Clark Jennings's reviews
"We hired Vickie to sell our house in Stafford after we fired our other realtor after a year of very few showing and no offers. Vickie gave us some great advise on painting some walls and hoe to stage the house. In a couple months we had over 50 showings and a sold house. She then helped us find the perfect ranch ..." see more reviews
Home Transactions
211
Average Price Point
$400K
Years of Experience
36
Century 21 New Millennium
As a lifelong native of the Culpeper, I feel that I have a unique perspective on the area and all it has to offer. I have raised two children here and participate actively in the community. Licensed since 1989, I strive along with my team, to give the highest level of customer service available and to exceed the exp...
Home Transactions
154
Average Price Point
$380K
Years of Experience
34
How do we select our top agents?
At HomeLight, our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying.
We've analyzed transaction data of local real estate agents and REALTORS® across 6 distinct metrics to recommend a few of Lake of the Woods's top Real Estate Agents.
Reviewed
1,709
Vetted
206
Top Picks
30
Top Lake of the Woods, VA real estate agent stats at a glance
HomeLight can match you with real estate agents in the top 3% of performers who, on average, sell 1.4x faster and for 252.8% more money.
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What does a top real estate agent do?
Top real estate agents have more local expertise, prepare in-depth market analyses, and have industry connections that you can’t find by yourself. They know your neighborhood like the back of their hand and use their market knowledge to sell your home faster than the average agent and for money.
What should you look for when interviewing a real estate agent in Lake of the Woods?
When you sell a house, your real estate agent becomes your business partner, financial advisor, and emotional support system. It’s crucial to partner with someone you trust, so make sure you’re looking for an agent who can answer all of your questions with confidence during the interview. During this process, you want to get to know the agent’s business and find out how well they know the area. You’re listening for things that signal experience, expertise in your community, and workload. Selling a home takes an enormous amount of work, so you need an agent who’s got a plan for prep, pricing, and marketing and who is ready to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
How important is it to hire a top real estate agent in Lake of the Woods?
Our data shows that the top 5% of listing agents sell homes for as much as (+9%) more than the average real estate agent. A great agent makes a difference when you buy a house, too: We’ve found that the top 5% of buyer's agents on average save their clients 2.5% more on their home purchase. So, whether you’re in the market to find your dream home or sell your house at a great price, the right agent matters. We encourage you to connect with a top real estate agent if you’re buying or selling a home in Lake of the Woods, VA.
When is the right time to hire a real estate agent in Lake of the Woods?
The best window to contact an agent to sell your home is anywhere from three to six months in advance of your list date. When you start the search for an agent several months before hitting the market, there’s plenty of time to find the best agent, make key renovations, and market your home effectively, all of which are essential steps in selling your home for a great price. You can also hire an agent based on the best time to sell in Lake of the Woods to take advantage of seasonal and cyclical trends in the market.
The right time to hire a real estate agent depends on the temperature of the housing market. For example, the best time to sell in Lake of the Woods is in May. And since it takes around 3 months to close on a home, you should list in February. We recommend that you hire a real estate agent as soon as you're thinking of selling your home. Generally speaking, that's anywhere from 3 to 6 months prior to your desired move date.
What is the average real estate agent commission for agents in Lake of the Woods?
While individual real estate agent commissions do vary, most real estate agents in Lake of the Woods work for 6% of the home price.
Why should I use HomeLight to find a Lake of the Woods real estate agent?
HomeLight analyzes all real estate agent in Lake of the Woods to bring you custom, unbiased, data-driven recommendations. We use actual home sales transaction data to compare Lake of the Woods real estate agent and will only introduce you to the top performing agents. They do not pay to advertise on our site and we do not pay to list them. To give you the best object recommendations, we consider things like: how fast a real estate agent sells, how many properties they work on, how much money they save or earn their clients, and what cities and neighborhoods they specialize in. You can trust that we’ll match you with the right agents for your needs.