Open House ~ House For Sale ~ Hampstead, Maryland - 09/30/11 10:43 PM
Open House ~ House For Sale ~ Hampstead, MD

 
Bring your friends, family, neighbors & coworkers....
 
Saturday, October 1, 2011
1pm - 3pm
 
Let’s put a SOLD sign on it!
 
Visit 4241BarnRaisersCt.com to see more information, see you there!
 


Immaculate 4 bedroom, 3 full bath colonial in North Carroll Farms just off Maryland 30 in Hampstead.

Open House ~ House For Sale ~ Hampstead, MD
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Orthopedic Doc says we are putting our children at risk on the playground. ~ Maryland - 09/30/11 12:02 AM
Orthopedic Doc says we are putting your children at risk on the playground. You may too be if you are riding the slide with your little one.  Check out this public service announcement from Dr. Ed Holt or go to WMAR tv to view the story.

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Hawk ~ At Manchester Valley High School ~ Wordless Wednesday - 09/28/11 11:23 PM


Hawk ~ At Manchester Valley High School ~ Wordless WednesdayBeautiful Hawk perched on top of a light post at Manchester Valley High School, Manchester, Maryland ...I’m glad I had my camera! I drove to school the other day at the request of my daughter, she left her homework at home. As I pulled in the parking lot that gloomy day, I noticed this hawk perched on top of a light post. I’m sure he was scoping out his next meal.
Buying or selling in Manchester, Maryland, I’d love to help, just give me a call.
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Behind the scenes, before Settlement( before being the operative word) - 09/27/11 01:32 PM
Behind the scenes, before settlement (before being the operative word)
Good people of Maryland, in order to facilitate your real estate transaction let me remind you that all lines of communication must remain open. The preferred method of contact being phone and or email, with access to a computer, fax and or scanner until  we have confirmed the final, clear to close from the buyers lenderandverified that  with the title company handling the closing. Missing in transaction, people or documentation can cause as much as a GO HOME and DO IT AGAIN or maybe just a few hours delay, that depends … (2 comments)

Selling a home in todays market - What do see? - 09/26/11 11:53 PM
Selling a home in today's market....
What do you see?



Imagine the thoughts going through a buyers mind based on these photos. It’s a dirty house that really needs deep cleaning, windows washed, carpets steamed. A teal chandelier? How about that bedroom? Nothing tranquil about that color.  That’s a lot of work. Whats more, you are giving the buyers leverage to reduce their offer price. In reality, these things could be fixed for a fraction of the cost imagined by buyers. Today’s market is competitive and chocked full of choices. Make sure you tweak your home so it … (3 comments)

Motivational Monday ~ When the student is ready .... - 09/26/11 01:00 PM
Motivational Monday ~ When the student is ready, the teacher will appear. Have you heard that quote? Or maybe something similar. When the time is right, a teacher will appear....the disciple is used in spiritual circles. This morning my teacher appeared in Donna Harris.  Reading ActiveRain with my morning coffee I read Donna’s post, ActiveRain - 1Million Point Club MilestoneAs I read her words, I smiled and felt proud and a bit of relief.  Why? Well, as a Realtor® in a difficult economy I find myself wondering.... am I in the right business? Am I doing it “right?”  I jumped into … (2 comments)

House for sale 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath Colonial Hampstead Maryland - 09/25/11 11:48 PM
Hi, please allow me to introduce myself, I’m 4241 Barn Raisers Ct. I was built in 2002 with the 4 bedrooms, 2 and ½ baths, master suite with a super bath, 9 foot ceilings, two story foyer, bay window a one car garage and the usual standard builder grade features and landscaping. I am located in North Carroll Farms, a Hampstead Maryland community that the people really enjoy.

The photo to the left (above) is a picture of me before I was even built. The one to the right is from 2004 so you can compare and see how … (3 comments)

Carroll County Ag Center Corn Maze! Westminster, Maryland - 09/23/11 11:47 PM
Carroll County Ag Center Corn MazeLearn about Carroll Counties Top 5 Agricultural products while you navigate the 3 miles of winding trails on 10  acres, the county's largest corn maze is at Carroll County Ag Center!Opening this Sunday, September 25 (delayed opening due to rain) at 2pm and running weekends through October 30th706 Agriculture Center Dr. Westminster, Maryland 21157
Friday  5-9pm
Saturday 5-9pm
Sunday 2-7 pm
Admission: Adults $10/ Children $5 ages 3-12/Children 2 & under are FREEFor more information visit the website or call 410-848-6704
 
 
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Hampsted Farmers' Market ~ Hampstead, Maryland - 09/23/11 10:42 PM
Hampstead Farmers’ Market ~ Hampstead, MarylandHampstead Farmers Market where local farmers sell what they grow! Come experience in-season, locally grown fresh produce, flowers, baked produce, flowers, baked goods & more!Come by and shop!Where: Hampstead Volunteer Fire Department Grounds
  1341 North Main Street, Hampstead, MD 21074
When: Saturdays 8 am ~ 12 Noon (rain or shine)        Just a few weeks left!
 Now ~ October 29
Do you grow flowers or produce?Do you bake bread, cake, or other delicious treats?Do you make crafts by hand? Sewing, painting, building, etc.Do you want to sell your locally grown or created goodies?Become a vendor! Visit www.townofhampstead.us … (1 comments)

Carroll County, MD 2011 Summer Housing Market Statistics - 09/22/11 09:49 PM
Carroll County, MD  2011 Summer Housing  Market Statistics With just 100 days left in the year and a few hours left before we welcome in the fall season, I thought I’d look at 2011 Summer Housing Market StatisticsOver the last 90 days (June 1 - August 31, 2011) 369 detached properties sold across Carroll County.  From 2 bedroom farm houses built in 1850 to 5 bedroom executive homes built with all today's luxuries. The average sold price was $312,172, with 95 days on the market. For that $312,000 you could expect to purchase an average 4 bedroom 3 full bath 1 … (2 comments)

8 Healthy Habits ~ Cold & Flu Season - 09/21/11 02:05 PM
Just a few healthy habits to remember as we head into cold & flu season.

8 Healthy Habits:
Wash Your Handswith liquid soap hands are a germ farm scrub them! Carroll County Health Department says “To prevent illness  the most important action you can take is to wash your hands!”According to the Mayo Clinic “Keep in mind that antibacterial soap is no more effective at killing germs than is regular soap. Using antibacterial soap may even lead to the development of bacteria that are resistant to the product’s antimicrobial agents - making it harder to kill these germs in the … (5 comments)

Monday Mater ~ No good deed goes unpunished ~ Carroll County, MD - 09/19/11 08:48 PM
Mater Monday ~ No good deed goes unpunished, from big dogs fearful of heights to Realtors®  trying to make the activity happen in a difficult market, no good deed goes unpunished.Mike invited Mater & Maisy to go for a short ride in the Bronco. They jumped in ready to go anywhere with Mike. When it came time to get out of the truck, Mater had a moment of second thoughts. Just like I did ….In an effort to draw more attention to one of my listings I thought a contest would be  good idea. The idea is not a new one … (10 comments)

Baltimore Ravens ~ 1 - 1 - 09/18/11 08:59 PM
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2011 Regular Season Schedule
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Open House ~ Hampstead, MD Updated - 09/17/11 12:31 AM
Carroll County, Maryland
Open House PLUS an opportunity to
WIN FREE GAS!  
 
 
 
See below for an update



3 Opportunities to win! 1Terrific home to see!
 
Saturday  9/17       1:00 - 3:00 pm
Wednesday 9/21    5:30 - 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/1      1:00 - 3:00 pm
 
Bring your  friends, co-workers, family and neighbors....


















join me to tour this lovely home!

4241 Barn Raisers Ct. Hampstead, MD 21074
4 Bedrooms, 3 full baths, three … (2 comments)

Friday Foto Big Dog ~ Carroll County, MD - 09/17/11 12:01 AM
Friday Foto Big Dog ~ Carroll County, Maryland

 













After a long day of making copies, passing out open house flyers (270+), sending emails and making phone calls it’s nice to have a Big Dog to Hug and relax with.
Please, join me at my open house, tomorrow, Saturday, 9/17/2011 from 1-3pm. Bring your friends, your neighbors, co-workers and family! I’ll see you at 4241 Barn Raisers Ct. Hampstead, MD 21074
 
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Welcome to Carroll County, Maryland Feel Right at Home! - 09/15/11 11:33 AM
Welcome to Carroll County, Maryland Feel Right at Home!  

Located in Central Maryland, Carroll County is the best of both worlds, family and business!  Carroll is home to a wide variety of businesses from medical, agricultural, education to robotics, tailoring and cooling equipment. Top three employers; Carroll Hospital Center, Random House, McDaniel College. Our public schools are ranked 3rd of 25 districts. The rural community allows us an array of outdoor activities from equestrian, hiking, biking, fishing, hunting and golf to indoor activity's in our local shops, boutiques,
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Wordless Wednesday ~ Mike, my eldest son ~ Carroll County, MD - 09/14/11 11:58 PM
Wordless Wednesday ~ Mike, my eldest son ~ Carroll County, MDI’m so proud of him....

Mike served 6 years in the Navy. He did two tours in the Persian Gulf.He came home safe and sound (thank God) and immediately started college on the GI Bill he earned while he served our country.  Mike attendsTowson University, he enjoys the Vet group at Towson and works part time and if I keep talking about him I might just embarrass him.One last thing I’m extremely proud Mike is my son and still takes time to dance with his “Mama” when the occasion arises. … (10 comments)

Carroll County, Maryland Open House PLUS Win FREE GAS!! - 09/13/11 04:39 PM
Carroll County, Maryland
Open House PLUS an opportunity to
WIN FREE GAS!
3 Opportunities to win! 1Terrific home to see!
Update, See below for details

 
Saturday  9/17       1:00 - 3:00 pm
Wednesday 9/21    5:30 - 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/1      1:00 - 3:00 pm
 
4241 Barn Raisers Ct. Hampstead, Maryland 21074
 
Bring your  friends, co-workers, family and neighbors....
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join me to tour this lovely home!
4 Bedrooms, 3 full baths, three finished levels of living space, custom touches from granite counter tops to heated bathroom floors. You have to see it … (3 comments)

Monday Mater ~ Motivation ~ Carroll County, MD - 09/12/11 08:09 PM
Monday Mater Motivation ~ Carroll County, Maryland“If you are a dog and your owner (or her daughter) suggest that you wear a sweater (or a Flacco jersey) …. suggest he wear a tail.” ~ Fran Lebowitz

Mater wasn’t all to happy with the jersey but the big win against the Steelers, that was worth a cookie!Have a great week!
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9/11 Healing Field ~ Hanover, Pa - 09/11/11 11:11 PM
9/11 Healing Field ~ Hanover, Pa
Today, I visited the 9/11 Healing Field in Hanover, Pa with my daughter, Claire, and her best friend Karina. We thought we’d being the Healing Field to you by sharing a few of the pictures we took.
GodBlessAmerica!
"9/11 Healing Field ~ Hanover, Pa"Create a free slideshow with Picnik! … (10 comments)

How will you Remember 9/11? Hanover, Pa - 09/10/11 11:19 PM
 
How will you Remember 9/11?It’s been a crazy week, still adjusting to the “back to school” schedule, my baby girl turned 15 and we’ve experienced some really crazy weather leading up to and including this past week. Everything from an earthquake to torrential rains which lead to flooding in some areas.Being aware of the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and never forgetting for any length of time since then, the shock and fear that infamous day brought to me and all of  America. I’ve wondered how I could honor them, the 3,000 who perished. I’ve thought of them, lifted up prayers … (2 comments)

Carroll County, Maryland Public Schools Home Access Center - 09/10/11 09:12 PM
Carroll County Maryland Public Schools Home Access Center is an excellent tool for parents. It allows us to stay up to date with student assignments and grades. (Students can use it too.)Simply log on to carrollk12.org, on the left side there is a Home Access icon. Click on the icon and follow the instructions. In a few minutes you’ll have a password to log onto the system and view your child's grades. If you have more than one child attending school, like I do,  there will be a link for each all on one page once you are logged in. It’s … (0 comments)

Friday Foto ~ There's a Mater in my tub! - 09/09/11 10:38 PM
Friday Foto ~ There’s a Mater in my tub!While I was cleaning our house today Mater, our 9 month old Rottweiler, apparently needed my attention. He climbed into my tub all on his own!
He’s SOOO cute and rotten all rolled into one.



OK, I got a little carried away with picnik’s pirates.... I hope it made you smile after a long week of real estate and unpredictable weather.


If you love dogs and need a dog loving agent to help you clean through the buying or selling process, give me a call.
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Thunderstorms & heavy rain continue in Maryland & I'm walking Mater - 09/08/11 08:44 PM
Thunderstorms & heavy continue in Maryland & I’m walking MaterThunderstorms & heavy rain continue in Maryland & I’m walking Mater. The latest weather reportsays we are 12 inches above normal precipitation and it continues … we expect 4 more inches in some areas including Carroll County.  
 


Sunshine may return on Sunday, we will be crossing our fingers & paws!
If you are interested in buying or selling a home in Maryland or Pennsylvania, just give me a call! I’ll be there for you rain or shine!
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Firefighters rescue 11 people ~ Maryland - 09/08/11 10:47 AM
Firefighters rescue 11 people ~ MarylandIn counties across Maryland firefighters and police are called on to rescue people from swift water. As the heavy rain continues   I’m sure the number will continue to climb. People are of the mind set, “we survived a hurricane without flooding, what can a little rain do?” Well, I remember as a child in the 70’s when Hurricane Agnes roared through Maryland. My dad was a state trooper at the time, he was called out to use our little crabbing boat to help rescue folks in some precarious places. Following the storm he showed us just … (2 comments)

Flood Watch & Warning in Carroll County, Maryland ~ Use Caution When Driving - 09/07/11 02:09 PM
Flood WATCH  & Warning in Carroll County, Maryland ~ Use Caution When DrivingFlood WATCH & Flood Warning in Carroll County, Maryland and much of the east coast. The Weather Channel reports the torrential rain will continue today and through the weekend as part of Tropical Storm Lee takes his soggy time passing through.  Also see The National Weather Service and/or local weather reports.



Remember use caution when driving:
turn on your wipers, make sure they are operating correctly before you head out. turn on your headlights so other drivers can see you, Maryland law requires the use … (0 comments)

Hampsted Farmers' Market ~ Hampstead, Maryland - 09/03/11 12:23 AM
Hampstead Farmers’ Market ~ Hampstead, MarylandHampstead Farmers Market where local farmers sell what they grow! Come experience in-season, locally grown fresh produce, flowers, baked produce, flowers, baked goods & more!Come by and shop!Where: Hampstead Volunteer Fire Department Grounds
  1341 North Main Street, Hampstead, MD 21074
When: Saturdays 8 am ~ 12 Noon (rain or shine)        Just a few weeks left!
 Now ~ October 29
Do you grow flowers or produce?Do you bake bread, cake, or other delicious treats?Do you make crafts by hand? Sewing, painting, building, etc.Do you want to sell your locally grown or created goodies?Become a vendor! Visit www.townofhampstead.us … (6 comments)

Baltimore Gas & Electric Restores Power to 98% of Customers Who Experienced Outages Resulting from Hurricane Irene - 09/02/11 11:59 PM
BGE News Release Baltimore Gas and Electric Company Restores Electric Service to Roughly 98 Percent of the Customers Who Experienced Outages Resulting from Hurricane IreneBALTIMORE, Sept. 2, 2011 – Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE) today announced that its nearly 6,000 field and support forces, including nearly 2,000 out-of-state overhead line and tree personnel, continue to make significant progress restoring electric service to customers supplied by secondary power lines and other equipment that could not safely be repaired until substations and main lines were repaired. BGE still expects the number of outages, which totaled approximately 750,000, to be between 5,000-10,000 by … (1 comments)

Baltimore Ravens 2011 Regular Season Schedule - 09/02/11 10:28 PM
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 2011 Regular Season Schedule

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