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Know Your Home's True Value — and Your Real Net Proceeds
Online estimates guess. We don't. Your free Vestimate® report gives you your home's as-is value, its as-repaired value, and the exact amount you'll walk away with — built on real comps and the rigor of a team with deep appraisal-industry expertise. Delivered in 24 hours. No obligation.
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The Vestimate® Report
- ✓As-Is Value — what your home is worth and nets today.
- ✓As-Repaired Value — what it could fetch after smart improvements.
- ✓Detailed Net Sheet — your true walk-away number, line by line.
- ✓Built on real comps + appraisal-grade review.
Delivered within 24 hours. No pressure to list.
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Vestimate® accuracy target~7%
typical online estimate error*24hr
report delivery500+
DMV homes sold
Accuracy is everything
How far off is a guess? Often tens of thousands.
Automated estimates report median error rates near 7% for off-market homes — exactly the situation you're in before you list. Here's how that stacks up against a real, comps-based valuation.
Median home-value error rate (off-market homes)
Lower is better. Off-market = before your home is listed, when you actually need a real number.
*Off-market median error rates are self-reported by Zillow and Redfin and vary by location; bank AVMs draw on similar public data. REC's ~1% figure is our accuracy target for Vestimate reports built on comparable sales and agent review; it is not an independently audited statistic and individual results vary. The reason online "on-market" accuracy looks better (~2%) is that once a home is listed, the algorithm anchors to the agent's list price — it's essentially copying the agent's homework.
What a 7% miss really costs
On a $500,000 DMV home, that's a $70,000 question
A median error of ~7% means your "estimate" could land high or low by tens of thousands. Underprice and you leave money on the table. Overprice and your home sits, goes stale, and sells for less anyway.
The uncertainty window
A 7% error band on a $500,000 home:
$465K
could be this low
$500K
"estimate"
$535K
could be this high
A ~$70,000 spread — and half of all estimates miss by even more. The Vestimate's ~1% target narrows that window to roughly ±$5,000.
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Underpriced
You hand a buyer instant equity and walk away with thousands less than your home was worth.
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Overpriced
Showings dry up in the critical first two weeks, the listing goes stale, and you chase the market down.
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Priced right
You attract real buyers fast and sell for the most the market will truly pay.
The Vestimate® report
Three numbers most agents never put in writing
Other agents hand you a single number and a smile. We give you the full picture — in writing, in 24 hours.
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As-Is Value
What your home is truly worth and nets if you sell today — priced on real, recent DMV comparable sales, not an algorithm's guess.
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As-Repaired Value
What your home could fetch after strategic improvements — so you can decide whether prep work is worth it, and we offer paid-at-closing repairs to get there.
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Detailed Net Sheet
Every cost, line by line, down to your true walk-away number — because the price isn't what matters, your net proceeds are.
Your net proceeds, made clear
See exactly what lands in your pocket
Most sellers fixate on sale price. We show you the number that actually matters — what you walk away with after every cost.
Sample Net ProceedsIllustrative
Estimated sale price$500,000
Mortgage payoff– $310,000
Commissions (negotiable)– $25,000
Transfer & recordation taxes– $7,500
Title, settlement & other fees– $4,500
Your estimated net proceeds$153,000
Illustrative example only. Your actual figures depend on your loan balance, negotiated terms, and county-specific costs — all detailed in your free report.
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Why our number is different
Valuation is in our DNA
Real Estate Connection was founded by Brian C. Coester, who spent years at the center of the home-valuation and appraisal industry before leading REC. That background changes everything about how we price a home: we don't lean on an algorithm — we apply appraisal-grade discipline, real comparable sales, and condition analysis to every Vestimate report.
It's the difference between a computer guessing from public records and an expert who has spent a career understanding what truly drives a home's value.
Brian C. Coester · Licensed Real Estate Broker (Maryland) · Appraisal-industry background · Host of The Real Estate Report · Founder, Real Estate Connection
Why REC is the DMV's pricing authority
Accuracy you can act on
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Appraisal-grade rigor
Real comparable sales and condition analysis — the discipline of an appraisal background, not an algorithm.
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Three numbers, in writing
As-is, as-repaired, and full net sheet — the complete picture, delivered in 24 hours.
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A path to more
Paid-at-closing repairs let you capture your as-repaired value without paying upfront.
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Net-proceeds focus
We optimize for what you actually keep at closing — not a headline price that never closes.
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Deep DMV expertise
Local comps across Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia — where national algorithms struggle most.
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Proven & trusted
500+ DMV homes sold and 150+ verified five-star reviews from sellers like you.
How it works
Your free report in four simple steps
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Tell us about your home
Share your address and a few details. It takes about a minute, with no obligation.
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We build your Vestimate®
We analyze real comps and condition with appraisal-grade rigor — not a one-click algorithm.
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Get your report in 24 hours
As-is value, as-repaired value, and your detailed net sheet — delivered to you, free.
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Decide with confidence
Review it with a specialist and choose your next move on your timeline. No pressure to list.
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DMV homeowners trust our numbers
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"Brian was very attentive and worked to make sure that our home sold at market price. He's an excellent agent to work with along with his team. Thank you Brian for making our dream come true."
Anitra Monts
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"Mr. Coester is unmatchable as a realtor. He has eternal patience, is always available, and truly knows the numbers."
Beverly Bryan
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"Brian is super efficient, timely and no nonsense. Just good business acumen all around. Got the deal done in about 24 hours which was awesome to experience."
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Home value questions
Vestimate® & net proceeds FAQs
How accurate is the Vestimate compared to Zillow? +
Automated estimates like Zillow and Redfin report median error rates around 7% for off-market homes — the situation you're in before you list. On a $500,000 home that's roughly a $35,000 swing in each direction, and half of estimates are further off than that. The Vestimate is built on real comparable sales and reviewed by our team, targeting roughly 1% accuracy so you can price with confidence.
Why are online estimates so often wrong? +
Automated models can't see inside your home — they can't account for condition, renovations, or fast-moving local trends. Their on-market accuracy looks strong only because, once a home is listed, the algorithm anchors to the agent's list price. The off-market number, when you actually need an independent value, is where they struggle most.
What's included in the free report? +
Three things most agents never put in writing up front: your as-is value, your as-repaired value, and a detailed net sheet showing every cost down to your true walk-away number. It's delivered within 24 hours, free, with no obligation.
Is the Vestimate a formal appraisal? +
No. The Vestimate is a broker valuation and net-proceeds analysis, not a certified USPAP appraisal. It's prepared by a brokerage with deep appraisal-industry expertise and built on real comparable sales and market data, but it's intended to help you price and plan your sale — not to serve as a lender appraisal.
What does the net proceeds review show me? +
What you actually walk away with — your estimated sale price minus mortgage payoff, commissions, transfer and recordation taxes, title and settlement fees, and other closing costs. Most sellers focus on price; we make sure you see the number that actually lands in your pocket.
Is it really free, with no obligation? +
Yes. Your Vestimate report and net proceeds review are completely free and carry no obligation to list, sell, or sign anything.
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Stop guessing. Get your true number.
Get your free Vestimate® report and net proceeds review in 24 hours — and know exactly what your DMV home is worth and what you'll walk away with.
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What Will You Really Walk Away With? Home Value & Net Proceeds in Maryland, DC & Virginia
Knowing your home's market value is only half the picture. What matters is your net proceeds — the money in your pocket after commissions, closing costs, payoff, and taxes. REC's free home value and seller net sheet review gives DMV homeowners a realistic, comps-based value and a clear, line-by-line walk-away estimate. No cost, no obligation.
What your personalized net sheet includes
Estimated sale price from real local comps
Real estate commissions
Title, escrow & admin closing costs
Prorated property taxes & HOA dues
Mortgage payoff & any liens
Projected net before & after taxes
Home Value & Net Proceeds — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a seller's net sheet?
A net sheet is a line-by-line estimate of what you'll actually walk away with when you sell. It starts with your projected sale price, then subtracts commissions, closing costs, prorated taxes and HOA dues, your remaining mortgage payoff, and any liens — leaving your estimated net proceeds, shown before and after taxes.
How much will I actually walk away with when I sell my home?
It depends on your sale price, your remaining mortgage balance, and your selling costs. Most sellers are surprised by the gap between sale price and take-home. Our free review builds your real numbers into a net sheet so you can see your true walk-away amount before you commit to anything.
How accurate are Zillow and Redfin home value estimates?
Automated estimates like the Zestimate are a useful starting point, but they work off algorithms and public data — they can't fully see your home's condition, updates, or fast-moving local trends, and their error margin can swing tens of thousands of dollars either direction on a single home. We pair real, recent comparable sales with local market expertise to give you a far tighter, more reliable number.
What closing costs do home sellers pay in Maryland, DC, and Virginia?
Seller closing costs typically include real estate commissions, title and settlement fees, state and local transfer and recordation taxes, prorated property taxes and HOA dues, and your mortgage payoff. The exact amounts vary by jurisdiction and county across the DMV — your net sheet breaks down the specific figures that apply to your property.
Do I have to pay capital gains tax when I sell my home?
Often you don't. If the home was your primary residence and you meet the ownership and use tests, you can typically exclude up to $250,000 of gain if you're single, or up to $500,000 for married couples filing jointly. Investment and rental properties are treated differently. We'll flag where it may apply and recommend when to confirm details with your tax advisor.
How are property taxes handled at closing?
Property taxes are prorated between you and the buyer, so you only pay for the portion of the year you owned the home. That proration is built into your net sheet so there are no surprises at the settlement table.
Are real estate commissions negotiable?
Yes. Commissions are always negotiable and are agreed in your listing agreement. Following recent industry changes, buyer-broker compensation is now negotiated separately rather than assumed. We'll walk you through exactly what you're paying, why, and how it works in your specific scenario.
Is the Home Value & Net Proceeds Review really free?
Yes — it's completely free and there's no obligation to list with us. It's a detailed financial breakdown tailored to your property, designed to help you make a confident, well-informed decision about your next move.
Estimates are based on current market data and the information you provide, and are not a guarantee of final sale price or proceeds. Tax figures are general and not tax advice — always confirm with a qualified tax professional. Contact REC.Homes for your free, no-obligation home value and net proceeds review.