Lower Appraisals Hurting Sellers

January 20, 2010 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

With the influx of foreclosed and distressed properties crowding the market, it’s no wonder that sellers are up in arms about their home’s appraisal coming in thousands of dollars short of the listed price of the home.  In their eyes, and the eyes of many Realtors, it is simply not fair to compare a standard [...]

Did Your Offer Get Rejected By the Bank?

January 7, 2010 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

I’ve had several clients recently who have come up against a common challenge in buying a home right now, and I’m not talking about tough lending standards!  It’s hard enough to be a first time home buyer in Southern Maryland;  Trying to understand the loan process can be stressful, understanding all of the moving parts [...]

Close to DC and Andrews Air Force Base, A gorgeous home for only $275,000!

October 7, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

Looking for a Gorgeous, move-in ready home in Waldorf that isn’t a foreclosure dog or an impossible-to-close short sale?  This is it! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9pDkekZ6E4] This Beautiful home with loads of upgrades is located right in Waldorf! Large kitchen, and gorgeous family room! It’s Located in White Oak Village subdivision and move in ready! The Open floor [...]

Million Dollar Monday- 12 Luxury Homes in Charles County, MD

July 27, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

Curious about what $1,000,000+ will get you in Charles County?  With the declining housing market, your dollar goes a lot further when it comes to buying a house!  Whether you’re looking to purchase a sprawling home with privacy in the area, or just curious to see what’s hot on the market right now, here’s a [...]

Charles County's June 2009 Real Estate Outlook

June 22, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

There’s good news in the Southern Maryland real estate market!  While we’re not out of the downturn just yet, recent changes in the market are positively affecting home sales!  Here’s what the Charles County real estate market looks like: May 2009 2009 2008 Total Sold Dollar Volume: $ 33,466,939 $ 33,607,138 – 0.42 % Average [...]

How Not to Take Real Estate Photos

May 7, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

A common complaint among home sellers is that photos that are taken to market their home look less than stellar.  I know how to take a good photo, but my brother knows how to take a GREAT photo.  I know my limitations, and I leave the photo taking up to him. I saw a wonderfully [...]

HAP Military Housing Assistance Program Expands

April 21, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

Several years ago the Department of Defense rolled out the Housing Assistance Program (HAP) for service personnel the were relocated due to Base Realignment and Closures (BRAC).  Due to the overwhelming mortgage crisis, that program is being expanded, and you may be eligible to receive financial relief if you’re moving due to permanent reassignment! The [...]

Avoiding Bad Apples

March 3, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

Unfortunately, sometimes things just don’t go according to plan.  Bad apples exist everywhere, especially in the real estate market.  You do your best to avoid them, but the problem with bad apples is that they may look great on the outside, and there’s no way to know about that worm waiting for you to bite! [...]

Patience Pays Off: New Constuction for less than $250,000!

January 30, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

Patience pays off! I have a client and very dear personal friend that I have been working with for roughly 2 years to help her buy her first home in Waldorf, MD. Other agents have been ribbing me for awhile now about not convincing her to write a contract on the 78 or so real [...]

January 7, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment 

Home sellers in Waldorf Maryland should take heart, there are still sales happening in the current real estate market, despite the economy! The $200k-$300k price range seems to be the most popular price point right now. Here’s a breakdown of properties in Waldorf that are under contract right now: Properties under contract in Waldorf: 73 [...]

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