real estate: Another One Bites the Dust: Caruso Homes Files for Bankruptcy - 06/29/08 12:58 PM
As you may already know, KB Homes has pulled out of the region, Shuttering the Middletown Woods sub-division and putting the land they hold up for sale. It was a blow to local builder confidence, and now it looks like there's more evidence of how much some builders … (3 comments)
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real estate: Huge 6 Bedroom Home For Sale in Waldorf, MD at $650,000!!! - 04/30/08 02:54 PM
10662 Sourwood Avenue Waldorf, MD 20603
Autumn Hills Subdivision
$650,000
This is a deal you don't want to
miss! This home has it all, just
look at the list of amenities you'll find here!
6 Full Bedrooms
6 1/2 Bathrooms
2 Fireplaces
2 Car Garage
Hardwood Floors
Gourmet Kitchen … (0 comments)
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real estate: Darling Rambler in Newburg on over half an acre! Only $163,000!! - 04/29/08 02:28 PM
Here’s your chance to own an outstanding starter home or investment property! Team Benya has just listed an adorable 1 bed, 1 bath rambler situated on just over a half acre of land! Priced at just $163,000, this home in Newburg, MD has tons of potential!
… (2 comments)
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real estate: Charles County is a great place to get ahead! - 04/26/08 11:13 AM
Even Forbes Magazine thinks so! Forbes recently listed Charles County, MD as one of it's top 10 places to "get ahead" in the United States! Forbes listed Charles County as #5 on their list because:
...economic activity in Charles County has been on the upswing since 2000. Jobs … (1 comments)
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real estate: Over-Caffeinated Realtors @ Work - 04/22/08 02:20 PM
I work very long hours in real estate. The benefit to it is that my clients are consistently impressed with my availability and my results, turning around paperwork quickly, and constantly scheduling appointments, writing contracts, blogging, etc. The downside is that it's very draining. Of course I don't let … (3 comments)
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real estate: Charles County Maryland Home Sales Report, April 2008 - 04/21/08 07:31 PM
Team Benya's Monthly Market Report- Charles County, Maryland
What's Happened:
For the first time in 7 months, home sales in Charles County, MD have actually seen some growth! Earlier this year we were looking at home sales in the range of 50-60 units per month, and now that … (3 comments)
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real estate: Prince George's County Real Estate Market Report, April, 2008 - 04/18/08 02:46 PM
Team Benya's Monthly Market Report- P.G. County, Maryland
What's Happened:
The Prince George's County Market is without a doubt slanting more and more heavily towards buyers. Sellers are finding it increasingly difficult to sell and inventory of available homes is steadily growing. March 2008 saw roughly 400 homes sold … (2 comments)
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real estate: Your Next Home Will Be Bought or Sold Online! ~Part 1 of the Savvy Seller Series~ - 04/16/08 10:57 PM
It's true! I'm not talking about a few clicks of the mouse to sign the settlement papers (not yet, anyways), but the home buying process has become less about flipping through the newspaper and driving around to open houses, and more about surfing the net to see what's available … (2 comments)
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real estate: Here's a Shocker- People Can't Afford McMansions! - 04/04/08 12:04 PM
Incredible- it's taken years for developers to see that the concept of "build it bigger!" simply doesn't cut it. Here in Charles County there is a minimum home size for new construction- 1,650 square feet. That number has been inconsequential during the past real estate boom because people … (10 comments)
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real estate: Optimizing Your Headline Relevance..... Stay On Target! - 03/26/08 11:04 AM
My single largest frustration here on ActiveRain is the lack of relevance that headlines tend to have with their attached post. I admit, I'm guilty of it as well, but I'm working on it, really I am. Shoddy headlines are a bad habit, like chewing your nails, or singing bad … (18 comments)
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real estate: Sellers: STOP CHASING THE MARKET!!! - 03/24/08 08:57 PM
I was chatting on City-Data recently about the Concept of "chasing the market", and what it means and how to avoid it. Someone made the comment about it being an "emotional result" of unhappiness with the market, and I think it brings up an interesting concept about how and … (7 comments)
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real estate: Buyers Have The Upper Hand, But Are You Holding All The Aces? - 03/21/08 10:18 AM
Trying to decipher the current real estate market can be monumental task! It's not just about the market reports, it's about you as an individual. Who's side are you on? Are you a seller trying to beat the market, or a buyer looking to cash in on a golden … (6 comments)
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real estate: Everything I Need to Know I Learned From Working Hard! - 03/14/08 09:58 AM
I admit, I'm not a big fan of the cold weather (why I ever lived further north is beyond me!). I like summer, I like warm sunny weather, and I'm ready to enjoy said climate again. I realized this morning that we are already in the middle of March! … (34 comments)
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real estate: Gorgeous FSBO in La Plata! - 02/17/08 10:44 AM
This one won't last long! Includes 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs, separate dining room, hardwood floors, formal living room, large open kitchen with island, huge open family room with gas fireplace, full basement, with full bath, landscaping with irrigation system & much, much more! 4260 square feet! Priced at $560,000 with … (1 comments)
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real estate: PROJECT LIFELINE- A Viable Mortgage Relief Solution, Or Another Government Gimmick? - 02/12/08 04:33 PM
Project Lifeline has been formally announced, and it's being touted as another way for homeowners to avoid foreclosure. Like it's counterpart, Hope Now, Project Lifeline is another "relief" program designed to soften the economic impact of the sub-prime mortgage crisis.
Here's what was announced on the AP News Wire:
Homeowners … (3 comments)
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real estate: The Biggest Mortgage Scam Ever? - 02/11/08 06:17 PM
This article is a continuation of several posts regarding a possible Mortgage Fraud Scam in Maryland involving hundreds or even thousands of homes that may have been bought at inflated prices with the promise of another company paying the mortgage for the homeowner. If you'd like to read the … (2 comments)
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real estate: Restoring Neglected Marketing Plans; Old School Methods, New School Technology - 02/10/08 08:48 PM
I have to thank my parents for teaching me to understand and appreciate the value of time worn items. With my mom, it was dusty old antique furniture that she found, buried in the back of musty junk shops. She would take these battered and often broken pieces of a … (8 comments)
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real estate: A Little Prevention Goes A Long Way, Stay Safe Out There! - 02/10/08 02:41 PM
I just saw a news article about a Realtor in Canada who was found dead in a home she was showing. It brings home the fact that safety should always be a number one concern for all of us! There doesn't seem to be a whole lot of details about the … (2 comments)
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real estate: I've Officially Been Out-Blogged by Jeff and Grace Safrin! (For Now, At Least!) - 02/09/08 03:19 PM
I can't believe it! I find I'm forced to concede defeat for a day or two thanks to one single blog and Google's ability to almost instantly index blog posts made here on ActiveRain!
I have a fairly unique last name, and as embarrassing as it sounds, getting my website/blogsite … (8 comments)
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real estate: Dogs Abandoned in the Foreclosure Fallout - 02/03/08 01:13 PM
Foreclosure Dogs are becoming big news. Man's best friend is quickly becoming an expendable commodity to some as people are losing their homes to the credit crunch. Regardless of what the circumstances were for the foreclosure, it's not the pet's fault, and now many of them are finding themselves facing euthanization. … (7 comments)
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real estate: A Theory About Dogs and Real Estate... - 02/02/08 03:46 PM
As some of you may know, I'm a very big supporter of rescuing dogs from shelters, and I have 3 rescues myself. January has been a very busy month for me (and I hope it has for you, too!), and the biggest downside to the increased business is the decreased time … (22 comments)
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real estate: Kohl's Development and La Plata, MD Home Values - 01/27/08 06:13 PM
As many of you know, I have been watching new development in La Plata, Maryland very closely, and more than a few people have voiced concern about how commercial development will impact their home's value.
Obviously, this is a sensitive subject, and I don't want to be … (0 comments)
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real estate: Choosing the Wrong Realtor Hurts Your Bottom Line! - 01/27/08 04:21 PM
Home owners who are trying to sell their home right now or considering putting their home on the market are facing enormous challenges. With so much inventory available, the challenge of getting your home to stand out is incredibly difficult!
If there's a single mistake that I … (0 comments)
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real estate: Will A Kohl's Be Built In La Plata? - 01/15/08 07:30 PM
I attended the La Plata town hall meeting last night to see what exactly was being proposed with the new proposed Kohl's department store in La Plata, MD. Let me say that I was some kind of impressed! It was the biggest crowd I have ever seen at … (3 comments)
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real estate: A Wandering Dog Got A BIG Surprise! - 01/06/08 06:22 PM
I admit, my house is "secluded", the dirt road leading to the gravel driveway should be enough to give that away (I hear a "you might be a redneck" joke coming on....)! I like the idea of country living though, which is why I'm there. You won't hear me … (13 comments)
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real estate: Making Ugly Land Beautiful Again! - 12/30/07 02:57 PM
Well it's about time! Everyone who lives on the western side of Charles County knows that there is a distinct lack of public parks and resources in the area. The Pisgah, Maryland Park announcement, means that the Bryans Road/Indian Head area will be seeing lots of improvements!
The … (2 comments)
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real estate: Michael Vick's Estate; the most stigmatized property in America? - 12/16/07 01:02 PM
Now here's a surprise.... Michael Vick's Virginia Home, where his now infamous dog fighting compound was located, failed to sell at auction this week. Turns out that people weren't interested in running up the price because of it's notoriety.
Here's the back story: Vick sold the home for $450,000 to a … (16 comments)
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real estate: Understanding the Housing Slump - 12/14/07 02:23 PM
There was an interesting news piece this morning on NBC 4, talking about how the Maryland housing market is going to continue like this for the next year. The report was based off of anticipated loss of tax revenues due to the housing slump, and stated that the market is … (0 comments)
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real estate: Swan Point TIF Meeting Update - 12/12/07 01:17 PM
I attended the county hearing on the Swan Point Tax Proposal on Tuesday 12/11/2007, and the commissioners did not make a decision on the application just yet, but the response both positive and negative, was outstanding. It's wonderful to see county residents wanting to take an active part in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Swan Point Site Plan and Tax News - 12/07/07 12:57 PM
I found an aerial view of the proposed swan point site plan which should give a better idea of what exactly they are planning to build out there. Feel free to click on the photo for a larger image. It sounds like area residents are still concerned about the … (0 comments)
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real estate: Homeowners See Possible relief... Pro's and Con's Abound - 12/07/07 10:45 AM
The cat is out of the bag, and it looks like there may be help for people who are facing unmanageable ARM's. Now *some* people with these sub-prime mortgages can get their teaser rate frozen for 5 years in order to avoid impossible payments.
The New York … (2 comments)
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real estate: Swan Point Development Info Update - 12/04/07 01:16 AM
Swan Point Info Curious about what's happening down in Issue, MD regarding the Swan Point Development Project being proposed by U.S. Steel and Brookfield Homes? I've put together a website to post the latest news and info on the current proposed project! Swan Point Information Website
Here's … (2 comments)
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real estate: FSBO Marketing Tips - 12/01/07 03:23 PM
I've heard some outrageous horror stories from people trying to FSBO in Southern Maryland. I've heard rumors of real estate agents telling homeowners "There's no way you're going to sell your home without me" or "Selling FSBO is the stupidest thing you can do", or "*insert your own snooty … (3 comments)
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real estate: Avoiding Foreclosure- Why It Matters and What you can do to save your home! - 11/28/07 02:51 PM
Are you falling behind on your mortgage payments? Are you at risk of losing your home because that pesky arm has made your payments impossible? There IS hope for people out that who are at risk of losing their home. If you're worried about foreclosure, here's a few important things … (2 comments)
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real estate: Foreclosure Buying Tips- What You NEED To Know! Part 2- Foreclosures & Auctions - 11/24/07 03:07 PM
This is part 2 of a 3 part series on how foreclosures work and how to find the best home to fit your needs at the best price. There's really no great mystery to it, but there is a process to it and I'm here to do my best … (0 comments)
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real estate: Foreclosure Buying Tips- What You NEED To Know! Part 1- Pre-Foreclosures - 11/24/07 12:32 PM
Foreclosure was once that dirty word that nobody talked about, but with the recent market changes everybody who's looking to buy a home is at least curious about how the process of buying a foreclosure works. There's really no great mystery to it, but there is a … (0 comments)
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real estate: Looking for a good pork sandwich? Fuhgeddaboutit! - 11/13/07 11:08 PM
Thinking about the good old days, when mobsters came and went freely, meeting their FBI contacts and enjoying a good pork sandwich? Well it looks like that time has gone.
Yes, I know The Sopranos has been off the air for awhile now. I have to admit I loved watching each week … (0 comments)
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real estate: But..... I Didn't MEAN to Sell it for $280Million..... - 11/12/07 06:00 PM
Let me start by saying that modern information distribution is great. Technology has been wonderful for our industry, and it's revolutionized the way we do business (Those Agents who had to keep their listings on Index Cards know EXACTLY what I'm talking about!). But with great responsibility comes great power … (2 comments)
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real estate: Don't Ask How he Helps his Clients Save on Their Heating Bill! - 11/10/07 08:47 PM
Sad to say, there are less than reputable agents out there.... I am a firm believer in innocence until proven guilty, but there's an agent in Naperville, IL who has been arrested and charged with setting a series of fires to different homes in the area over the last 18 … (10 comments)
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real estate: 100 Morris Dr. La Plata, MD 20646 - 11/10/07 08:27 PM
I simply can't say enough good things about this home! This home was built in 2003 and still looks new, inside and out! This property is located right in the heart of La Plata, within walking distance of nearby shopping. The Kitchen is fantastic, with granite … (3 comments)
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real estate: A Few Real Estate Translations I've Found..... - 11/04/07 01:10 PM
A real steal MEANS even being underpriced, no one else wants to buy the place.Active family neighborhood MEANS you'll be kicking the local teen club out of your patio spa every Sunday morning about 6.Ample ocean breezes MEANS the rest of the street recently went up in the mighty bi-annual Southland … (0 comments)
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real estate: Secret Room Leads to Mold Problems - 11/04/07 10:29 AM
Imagine finding a "secret room" in your house.Jason and Kerri Brown of Greenville found a secret room in their home behind a bookcase, and what was inside was a massive mold infestation. It seems that the bought the home from foreclosure and decided not to get a mold test done.
It seems … (7 comments)
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real estate: Swan Point Development *Finally* Moving Forward - 10/31/07 04:10 PM
I've got some news for all you Charles County residents out there... The development project in Issue, MD at Swan Point may finally been moving forward! For you golfers out there, you know how challenging the par 72 course there can be, and now it looks like they're getting … (0 comments)
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real estate: Charles County Market Report - 10/30/07 08:13 PM
I've had a couple of people ask me recently what the current market out look is in the region, so I'm putting up a quick portion of my market report to let everybody see exactly what we're facing here in Charles County. If anybody has any questions about the charts, I'd … (2 comments)
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real estate: 5 BIG Ways to Help Your Clients! - 10/25/07 01:36 AM
As agents, the scope of services and work that we do on behalf of our clients can be very far reaching. I think that it's really in the details though that the best agents separate themselves from the average ones. What I've put together is a list of the little … (1 comments)
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real estate: Countrywide manages to get it right this time.... - 10/23/07 09:12 PM
I gotta say, they really stepped up to the plate and did what makes sense in my mind. If you haven't already heard, here's a link to the article:
http://www.inman.com/inmanstories.aspx?ID=64991
It's a huge relief to lot of people that are looking at a terrifying possibility of foreclosure. While it's certainly not a … (12 comments)
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real estate: Where are we going, and why are we in this Handbasket? - 10/19/07 02:17 AM
I really wish there was some sort of easy solution to the deteriorating market that we're seeing, but I seriously doubt we've hit the bottom just yet. I have a couple of points to make in this post, and they are very closely related, so I'd like to apologize … (7 comments)
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real estate: How to make each day better! - 10/17/07 04:20 PM
Well, we all know rentals can be difficult to make a profit on, and I know more than a few Realtors who have no interest in them (I'm sure we all know a few). It brings up an interesting question though.... How many renters become buyers for you guys after … (9 comments)
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real estate: Buy this house and get a free steak dinner!?! - 10/16/07 05:53 PM
Sounds appealing right? but the reality of it is that I showed a property earlier this year and(although unadvertised, and most likely unintentional) apparently it had just such an offer included. The property was a rehab potential and I got a call out of the blue from some investors who … (6 comments)
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