Powers & Rawls Services
Real Estate Team · Virginia Beach, Virginia
Here is what working with Powers & Rawls in Virginia Beach typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.
Buyer services
Buyer strategy session
Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Virginia.
Home tours and listing alerts
Setting up searches for Virginia Beach area listings and arranging showings as soon as homes go live.
Offer strategy and negotiation
Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.
Contract-to-close management
Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.
Selling a home
Home valuation
A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Virginia Beach area comparables.
Listing preparation
Advice on repairs, staging and photography before the home goes live.
Listing exposure
Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.
From showing to sold
Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.
How a typical transaction works
- ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
- PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
- Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
- NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
- CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Virginia rules.
Typical costs on a Virginia Beach home
Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $427,730. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.
| Item | Rate | On $428K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing-side commission (negotiable) | 2.5–3% | $10,693–$12,832 |
| Buyer-side compensation (negotiable) | 2–3% | $8,555–$12,832 |
| Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow) | 2–5% | $8,555–$21,387 |
| Home inspection | flat | $350–$600 |
Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).