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Posted on 02/07/2021

How Much Time Should You Spend Trying to Sell Your Home?

There is no set amount of time that you will need to allocate to sell your residence. In certain instances, a seller can generate lots of interest in his or her house and receive an offer to purchase within one day of listing a home. On the other hand, a seller sometimes requires many weeks or months to stir...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 01/31/2021

Good and Bad Plants for Homes with Pets

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay Plants can enhance the look and feel of your home, and some can even improve your indoor air quality. But if you have pets, you need to be selective about the plants you bring into your home. Choosing the right plants allows you to enjoy a lush indoor herb garden or a striking...

Pets

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Posted on 01/24/2021

Reasons to Get a Pre-Inspection Before Selling Your Home

Photo by Michal Jarmoluk via Pixabay Most buyers understand the importance of getting a home inspection before purchasing a property. But did you know that some sellers are also opting to invest in a pre-inspection? These savvy homeowners realize that a pre-inspection can be a very helpful tool when it comes time to market their houses. If you're...

Home Inspection

Pre Inspection

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Posted on 01/23/2021

GERMANTOWN, MD Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view GERMANTOWN, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 01/17/2021

Key Homebuying Costs You Need to Know About

If you plan to purchase a house in the foreseeable future, it generally is a good idea to plan ahead for all of your potential homebuying costs. That way, you can secure the funds you need to purchase your dream house. Now, let's take a look at three costs that every homebuyer needs to consider during the property buying...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 01/10/2021

Why Your Agent May Ask You to Stay Away From Your Open House

Image by Agover from Pixabay When you go to sell your home, your real estate agent will take care of playing host for interested buyers. This is part of the service that you get when you hire a real estate agent. The agent will not only handle setting up the showing appointments; they will also meet the prospective...

Showing

Seller Tips

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Posted on 01/03/2021

Tips for Buying Raw Land

Image by Pexels from Pixabay Some of the best real estate investments are raw land purchases. The idea is to buy raw land in an up-and-coming neighborhood, sit on it, and then sell it to a developer who will do anything to get their hands on it. But while this sounds great, there are a few caveats that...

Land

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 12/27/2020

The Most Luxurious Neighborhoods in the United States

Image by skeeze from Pixabay When looking for a luxury home, you can look for the most expensive neighborhood in the United States, or you can choose a luxury neighborhood in the part of the country you want to live in. Before you move to a different state, be sure you'll like the part of the country you...

Neighborhood

Luxury

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Posted on 12/23/2020

GERMANTOWN, MD Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view GERMANTOWN, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/20/2020

5 Home Loan Options to Explore

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay One of the most important factors of the home buying experience is the mortgage loan you undertake. With at least eight different types, there are five that are the most common. The following types of mortgage loans are the ones held by most homeowners in the United States. 1. Conventional Mortgage A conventional...

Loan

FHA Loans

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Posted on 12/13/2020

Is it Time For New Tile and Grout ?

Photo by James DeMers via Pixabay That bathroom tile once looked terrific, so newly laid contrast between tile and grout. You were so proud to show it off to all your guests. But over time, grout becomes dull, stained and chipped. Tiles fade and look dated. When they do, it's time to refreshen or replace tile and grout....

DIY

Tile

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Posted on 12/06/2020

Use Lattice To Hide Your Air Conditioning Unit

Image by Deedster from Pixabay Lattice on a fence around your garden or as paneling alongside your porch or carport lends an ambiance that utilitarian wood structures can’t quite render: a romantic, charming frame to showcase outdoor features. Consider using your spare pieces of lattice to hide a large, whirring metal air conditioning unit. Get creative with shapes...

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