Some of America’s top magicians are hosting a super show to benefit a fellow magician who developed a rare lung disease. The magic show features America’s “Master Mentalist” Jon Stetson and master magicians Francis Menotti and Rich Bloch.
Where: Rosborough Cultural Arts Center at Asbury Methodist Village, 201 Russell Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Contact: markcards@gmail.com or (202) 262-3617
Come for a presentation of edible flowers. Our speaker, Denise Schreiber, will cover harvesting and using them in recipes. She will also have handouts for rules for edible flowers and the list of edibles and inedibles. She is the author of the book, "Eat Your Roses."
Solar & Green Home Expo Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost: FREE Event
Learn how to green your home and save money. Bethesda Green hosts its 4th annual Solar & Green Home Expo, a free showcase event featuring many green home expert services and solar providers. Homeowners and other interested parties can get the latest information about area services and incentives to green their homes. The spotlight on solar will … (3 comments)
Save the Frogs Day Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Cost: $7
It's International Save the Frogs Day. Come learn all about our vanishing amphibians and why these good natured bouncers need our help. We'll explore the pond to wonder at tadpoles, learn to sing in our own frog chorus, and learn to draw frogs for fun.
Where: Locust Grove Nature Center, Program Room: Cabin John Regional Park, 7777 Democracy … (1 comments)
Real Estates sales are on the up and up this year! Pending homes sales are bouncing back! The National Realtor Association said both monthly and annual gains have been seen in just about every region.
NAR chief economist, Lawrence Yun reported, “That the housing market is certainly exceptional this year compared with the past four years. The latest increase in home contract signings marks 13 consecutive months of year-over-year gains.”
Researchers predict that the median home price is expected … (0 comments)
silver spring md: Substantial Gains in New Homes Sales in the Past Year. 2013 is a Seller’s Market!
- 02/05/13 01:33 AM
Substantial Gains in New Homes Sales in the Past Year. 2013 is a Seller’s Market! Real Estates sales are on the up and up this year! Pending homes sales are bouncing back! The National Realtor Association said both monthly and annual gains have been seen in just about every region. NAR chief economist, Lawrence Yun reported, “That the housing market is certainly exceptional this year compared with the past four years. The latest increase in home contract signings marks 13 consecutive months of year-over-year gains.” Researchers predict that the median home price is expected to go up at … (1 comments)
silver spring md: Pros and Cons of HOA’s
- 10/17/12 11:11 AM
When you search homes in Silver Spring, MD, you’ll want to take note of properties that are part of a homeowners association (HOA). An HOA collects dues from owners on a monthly, quarterly, or yearly basis. These dues are put towards a variety of different amenities, depending on the specific association. Some HOA’s will cover...Continue Reading … (3 comments)
silver spring md: Common Problems Found During Home Inspections
- 10/03/12 01:06 AM
Buying a home is the largest investment most people will make in their lifetime, so it only makes sense to exercise due diligence to the fullest extent possible before making such a large commitment. This includes having the home properly inspected for various issues. Here’s a list of the most common issues found during home inspections: · Electrical Homeowners will “fix” an electrical problem in the home by altering the wiring, but the work is very rarely to code – meaning a professional will have to come in and redo the work completed by the DIY homeowner. · Plumbing Outdated plumbing … (2 comments)
silver spring md: How to Make a Competitive Offer
- 09/25/12 10:01 PM
If you would like to buy a home in Silver Spring, MD this year then you’re not alone. 2012 has brought some fierce demand the metropolitan area’s housing supply. Depending on your targeted price range, desired neighborhood and amenities, you could find yourself bidding against other buyers. If this happens, here are some strategies that will make your offer more competitive: Fair Price After you and your Silver Spring, MD Realtor sit down together and compare similar properties to the one you’d like to buy, establish a fair offer price. This amount should be based on what has sold within the past 90 days, at … (3 comments)
silver spring md: Buyers’ Most Common Questions Answered
- 09/19/12 11:21 AM
Buyers are receiving many conflicting messages about the current state of the real estate market. Have prices bottomed out, or will they continue to go down more? Will interest rates continue going down? Is real estate really a good investment right now? While no one can say with absolute certainty what the future holds, I can speak confidently about present trends for real estate in Silver Spring, MD. Because Silver Spring is located within the DC metro area, home prices will never be as depressed as home prices around the country. Therefore, when you hear reports about the nation’s median home values, … (2 comments)
silver spring md: Remove Stress from the Home Buying Process
- 09/12/12 12:54 AM
Buying a home is an exciting time – especially for first-time home buyers – but it’s also easy to become overwhelmed and anxious during the process. The best method that I’ve found to diffuse nervous tension (besides a spa massage) is to adhere to the following principals: Perspective The biggest mistake I see buyers make is focusing too much on the small details and not enough on the big picture. This is usually most evident during the home search process. In real estate, we have a saying: You can change anything on the inside, but you can’t change the location. In … (2 comments)
silver spring md: How to Get a Quality Home Inspection
- 09/04/12 08:40 PM
When conducting a search for homes in Silver Spring, MD, it’s easy to get caught up in the experience. Walking into each home feels like a brand new adventure, some more positive than others. But once the glimmer from granite countertops and stainless steel appliances fades, buyers are faced with the less fun task of a home inspection. A home inspection is one of the most important parts of the home buying process. It goes beyond the beige walls and into the bones of the home. For this reason, hiring a reputable and knowledgeable home inspector is extremely important. If you’re not sure how … (2 comments)
silver spring md: New Loan Guidelines present New Challenges to Home Buyers
- 08/28/12 09:52 PM
Mortgage rates have remained at historic lows for most of 2012, and while they are not showing signs of a significant increase in the near future, one thing is going to change soon – qualifications. According to a recent statement released by Fannie Mae, new lending restrictions will make it more difficult for applicants to qualify for a home loan or refinance. Examples? Currently, the maximum loan-to-value ratio accepted is 97 percent, but this number will soon reduce to 90 percent. In addition, the currently accepted minimum credit score will rise from 620 to 640. If the applicant is self-employed, they may … (0 comments)
silver spring md: Good News for Homeowners in Silver Spring, MD
- 06/19/12 12:48 AM
The worst of the housing crisis may very well behind us. Real estate market data, analysts, economists…and even Warren Buffet are all saying the same thing – we are on the road to recovery. Needless to say, this is great news for underwater homeowners around the country. According to DataQuick, the national median home sales price is up 6.8 percent from one year ago, and 5.3 percent from three years ago. The number of home sales is also up 8.2 percent from one year ago, and 12.6 percent from three years ago. While home values and sale activity are increasing, shadow … (0 comments)
silver spring md: Real Estate Market Report for Silver Spring, MD
- 06/05/12 01:18 AM
If you have been thinking about listing your Silver Spring home for sale, then now might be a great time for you to do it. The local and national markets are heating up, offering sellers an advantage they haven’t had in several years. The median sales price in Silver Spring, MD for April, 2012 increased 16 percent since April, 2011 from $270,000 to $313,500. The median sales price also saw a 10 percent increase since March, 2012. Mortgage interest rates had another drop last month, falling below 4 percent for a 30-year fixed. This trend continues into June, sparking a … (0 comments)
silver spring md: A Home Seller’s Guide to What Home Buyers Want
- 04/17/12 01:39 AM
If you are thinking about selling your home in Silver Spring, MD, you may have already researched guides to home selling. These guides can be very valuable and provide great insight. Even more valuable is the expertise of an experienced real estate agent. As a Silver Spring, MD Realtor who has shown thousands of properties, I have a good idea of what buyers want in a home. Energy Efficiency More and more, I am hearing buyers express concern over utilities and wasted energy. No matter how many compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and water efficient faucet aerators a home owner installs, … (0 comments)
silver spring md: Prepare Your Home for the Spring Market in Silver Spring, MD
- 03/27/12 02:06 AM
There are many things that come to mind when I think of Spring, such as Spring flowers, Spring cleaning, and my personal favorite, the Spring real estate market. This is the time of year when buyers begin canvassing the Silver Spring, MD community in hopes of finding their next home. As a seller, this is THE time to begin preparing your home to list with a Realtor. The first (and possibly most important) thing you can do as a seller is remember what is was like to be a buyer. If you thought like most, chances are that house hunting … (0 comments)
silver spring md: Why NOW is a Great Time to Sell Your Home
- 03/20/12 12:06 AM
It might still be a “buyer’s market,” but that doesn’t mean now isn’t a great time to sell. In fact, it means quite the opposite. Right NOW might be the perfect time for certain homeowners to sell. Inventory is very low, and properties are receiving multiple offers. So how do you know if selling is the right move for you? You can start by contacting Montgomery County’s Real Estate Specialist, Emcee Arah, and discussing a few important points: Do you have equity in your home? If not, what would you need to bring to the table in order to at … (2 comments)
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