Rockville, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less - 09/30/10 01:03 PM
Rockville, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less  
Active Listings, Short Sales, REO Listings Of Lender Owned Foreclosures - Montgomery County  
Investor Alert - Please contact us if you need a report like this for another zip code.  
What is available in homes for sale for $250,000 or less?  
This is a question that is being asked by real estate investors as they seek to build their rental portfolios. Homes in the area make good rental properties because of the convenience to employment centers, shopping and public transportation. And, the schools have an outstanding reputation. Many … (4 comments)

Frederick, MD 21704 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $381,818 - 09/30/10 12:43 PM
Frederick, MD 21704 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $381,818
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 26 new listings of homes for sale and 25 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 29.17% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 9 from 12 last year. The average time on the market was 58 days from 50 days last year. The average sale price was 95.25% of the average … (0 comments)

Frederick, MD 21703 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $196,014 - 09/30/10 12:32 PM
Frederick, MD 21703 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $196,014
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 64 new listings of homes for sale and 53 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 36.6% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 33 from 47 last year. The average time on the market was 57 days from 125 days last year. The average sale price was 93.54% of the average … (0 comments)

Frederick, MD 21702 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $246,763 - 09/30/10 12:20 PM
Frederick, MD 21702 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $246,763
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 61 new listings of homes for sale and 46 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 30.33% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 27 from 46 last year. The average time on the market was 56 days from 110 days last year. The average sale price was 95.4% of the average … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/30/10 12:04 PM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/30/10 11:43 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/30/10 11:37 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/30/10 11:30 AM
Prince George's County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO - 09/30/10 10:50 AM
Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO  
Housing Inventory:  The real estate market in Prince George's County is experiencing a very high volume of homes for sale in trustee auctions. The newspapers are adding additional sections to have space for the legal notices. The secured mortgage lenders are purchasing most of the properties that are sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. Many view the trustee sales as a preview of the listings of lender owned homes for sale at a future date.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
The active listings of homes for sale … (0 comments)

203k - The 4 letter, white elephant, middle child of the mortgage world - 09/29/10 04:33 PM
Good information on FHA 203(k) financing for those that wish to purchase fix up properties. This is an excellent product to us for lender owned foreclosures that need updating or repairs. Always make sure the loan officer is experienced with 203(k).
Via Keith Pentz (Prospect Mortgage):
 

Hi All,
Random rumblings about 203k loans for you that will hopefully help shed a little light, and save you some anguish on this often misunderstood offering from FHA! I am only covering Purchase loans in this blog (refis later), as well as lumping together the two types of 203k loans (Streamlined and Consultant).  … (1 comments)

Montgomery Village Homes For Sale - Home Buyer Warning - 09/29/10 02:11 PM
Montgomery Village Homes For Sale - Home Buyer Warning
Home owners and prospective buyers need to understand the dynamics of the current residential real estate market. All real estate is local and it pays to examine the market in specific communities and neighborhoods before listing a home for sale or making an offer on an available property.
 Blooming for Montgomery Village home buyers.
Today, there are 167 homes for sale in Montgomery Village, in Montgomery County, Maryland.
If you exclude the short sale pre-foreclosures and the lender owned foreclosures, there are 78 active listings for consideration. These are the normal listings … (0 comments)

Bethesda and Potomac, MD - Lender Owned Foreclosures - 09/29/10 01:38 PM
Bethesda and Potomac, MD - Lender Owned Foreclosures
Any foreclosures available in Bethesda or Potomac?  This was the question asked by a prospective purchaser. The answer is yes, there are available lender owned foreclosures and more are in the foreclosure pipeline.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
This is a report on the 14 lender owned foreclosures that are included in the inventory of homes for sale in Bethesda and Potomac:
Click the following URL to see the report:http://matrix.mris.com/Matrix/Public/EmailReport.aspx?ID=2194756771
Bethesda properties:
7511 SPRING LAKE DR #D-1
5101 RIVER RD #607
5101 RIVER RD #311
5101 RIVER RD #211
6414 CAMROSE TER
5135 … (0 comments)

Gaithersburg, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less - 09/29/10 12:28 PM
Gaithersburg, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less  
Active Listings, Short Sales, REO Listings Of Lender Owned Foreclosures - Montgomery County  
Investor Alert - Please contact us if you need a report like this for another zip code.  
What is available in homes for sale for $250,000 or less?  
This is a question that is being asked by real estate investors as they seek to build their rental portfolios. Homes in the area make good rental properties because of the convenience to employment centers, shopping and public transportation. And, the schools have an outstanding reputation. Many … (0 comments)

How To Design a Facebook Page - 09/29/10 11:52 AM
Good information for those that have one or more Facebook pages. Many real estate professionals are using multiple Facebook pages that focus on the communities they serve.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Brad Andersohn (To Be Announced...):
How Cool is your Facebook Page? 
Do you have a Facebook page or just a Facebook profile?
There are so many people that ask me how to create a Cool Facebook page?  They want to incorporate some or all of their AR stuff, or show off a brand and flaunt their wares.  It use to be so much more challenging, but I've found this … (6 comments)

Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/29/10 11:32 AM
Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  Home buyers and sellers are carefully watching the inventory of homes for sale in order to make good purchase and sale decisions. Listings of lender owned foreclosures and short sales influence the residential real estate market.  The secured mortgage lenders are still purchasing most of the homes sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. These properties are later offered as REO properties in the listings of lender owned homes for sale.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
There are 122 homes for sale in Washington County, MD … (0 comments)

Time to Clean Your Lint Trap and Exhaust Duct on Your Dryer - 09/29/10 10:46 AM
Good advice for home owners. Some neglect to clean the lint trap and exhaust duct for many years. Now is a good time for the fall cleaning to include those items.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Chris Livingston (Pillar To Post):
How Often: Twice a year
Why: Increase dryer's lifespan and efficiency while reducing risk of fire
What do I do?
• In addition to removing lint from the lint trap after each load, periodically give your lint trap a thorough cleaning by scouring it gently using a soft brush, warm water, and dish soap.
• Use a lint brush or vacuum … (0 comments)

Big Buzz of the Chainsaw Carving Festival in Chester Vermont - 09/29/10 05:41 AM
The Big Buzz of the Chainsaw Carving Festival in Chester Vermont provides another reason for a visit to Vermont. Enjoy the fall season and attend several of the wonderful fall festivals.
 Blooming in September in Maryland.
Via Baker Home and Commercial Properties Inspections Blog - Owner Dale Baker- VT (Baker Home and Commercial Properties Inspections):
Big Buzz of the Chainsaw Carving Festival in Chester Vermont, this here mighty fine festival event is going on untill the 3rd of October 2010. Artist Barre Pinske is producing this Big Buzz Chainsaw Carving Festival being held in Chester, Vermont. The event is located on Route … (2 comments)

Why Stage Your Home? - 09/28/10 06:22 PM
Judy Klem provide some good advice for home sellers. All need to take a fresh look at the appearance of their home from the perspective of the prospective home buyers.  If you need professional advice, ask for it. Many of us have very limited talents in home staging.

Via Judy Klem, Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties (Transition Stage LLC):
Why Stage Your Home?OK, so you spent all that time creating a home that feels cozy and comfortable - and you!  And now you've decided to sell your home, so why would you need to stage it?
A Professional Home Stager: … (5 comments)

What's For Sale In Georgetown? - 09/28/10 06:15 PM
Patricia Kennedy provide good advice for those searching for a home in the Georgetown area. This is a high priced area and buyers really need to take the needed time to learn about the market. Bargain hunters may be better served in the Maryland or Virginia suburbs.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company Realtors):
For anyone looking for a home close to everything that matters, Georgetown in a common choice.  Houses come in all shapes and sizes, and one never knows what is lurking behind the old historical facades.
There are currently 70 single family homes, ranging in … (0 comments)

Resources to help prevent foreclosure - 09/28/10 06:09 PM
Sybil Campbell provides some sound advice to financially challenged mortgage borrowers. ALWAYS seek assistance. Start by calling the secured mortgage lender and then find all of the available resources. Many lose their home by not being resourceful at this important time.
 Blooming for home buyers.
Via Sybil Campbell REALTOR® ABR, SFR, SRES Your REALTOR® in Williamsburg (Long and Foster, REALTORS®):
Check out these resources to help prevent foreclosure
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development keeps a list of HUD-approved counseling agencies.
You can call (800) 569-4287 to find the HUD approved agency in your local area.
If you … (0 comments)

FHA Appraisals are no substitute for a Home Inspection - 09/28/10 06:04 PM
Gerry Michaels provides some good advice for home buyers. No matter what type of financing or appraisal that is be used, always opt for a professional home inspection. It is so easy to miss important items. A recent blog by home inspector Russel Ray brings attention to the possibility of the sewer line being blocked by tree roots.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Gerry Michaels GettysburgGerry (Community Benefits Real Estate, Gettysburg, Pa):
FHA Appraisals are no substitute for a Home InspectionI am currently in the middle of an FHA transaction, and the home inspection will be happening this week. Got me to … (0 comments)

October at the Philadelphia Zoo! - 09/28/10 05:58 PM
Good reason to visit Philadelphia during October. And, while you are in the area, be sure to visit the attractions in the Brandywine River Valley. One of our favorite destinations is Longwood Gardens.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Susan Mangigian, West Chester PA Realtor RE/MAX Preferred, ABR (RE/MAX Preferred, West Chester, PA, RS152252A):
Creatures of Habitat can be seen at the Philadelphia Zoo through October 31, 2010.  Thousands and thousands of LEGO®'s were used to create endangered animals and their vanishing habitats.  I haven't been there this summer but I understand that people have been wowed by this exhibit.  I hope to get there … (0 comments)

Open House Thefts in Ontario - 09/28/10 05:48 PM
Every home owner and all listing agents need to be aware of security issues with open houses. Also, broker opens have security concerns. All owners need to secure ALL of their valuables and important documents. And, be sure the computers are off and secure.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Envelope Real Estate Brokerage Inc:
OPEN HOUSE THEFTS THROUGHOUT ONTARIO - POLICE ASKING FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE
Durham Regional Police recently arrested two Oshawa residents responsible for numerous Open House robberies throughout the Durham region and the surrounding areas. It has since been discovered that the two were involved in open house thefts … (1 comments)

The lateral sewer lines are YOUR responsibility, not the city's - 09/28/10 05:44 PM
Russel Ray provides good advice for home owners. When you have a blockage in your sewer line, you do not have any options. It must be fixed. This is one of those difficult things to uncover in a nornal home inspection before buying a home.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Russel Ray, San Diego home inspector (Russel Ray, Property Consultant):

The lateral sewer linesare YOUR responsibility, not the city's
I received an email this morning from a person who bought a home in California a month ago and is now having problems with the sewer line. He had a home inspection … (1 comments)

Germantown, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less - 09/28/10 02:05 PM
Germantown, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less  
Active Listings, Short Sales, REO Listings Of Lender Owned Foreclosures - Montgomery County  
Investor Alert - Please contact us if you need a report like this for another zip code.  
What is available in homes for sale for $250,000 or less?  
This is a question that is being asked by real estate investors as they seek to build their rental portfolios. Homes in the area make good rental properties because of the convenience to employment centers, shopping and public transportation. And, the schools have an outstanding reputation. Many … (2 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/28/10 01:10 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (2 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/28/10 01:04 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/28/10 12:56 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale - 09/28/10 11:15 AM
Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale    
Housing Inventory:  Home buyers and sellers are carefully watching the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for sale in order to make good purchase and sale decisions. The secured mortgage lenders are still purchasing most of the homes sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. These properties are later offered as REO properties in the listings of lender owned homes for sale.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
There are 126 homes for sale in Frederick County that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures … (3 comments)

Silver Spring, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less - 09/27/10 12:31 PM
Silver Spring, MD Homes For Sale For $250,000 Or Less  
Active Listings, Short Sales, REO Listings Of Lender Owned Foreclosures - Montgomery County  
Investor Alert - Please contact us if you need a report like this for another zip code.  
What is available in homes for sale for $250,000 or less?   This is a question that is being asked by real estate investors as they seek to build their rental portfolios. Homes in the area make good rental properties because of the convenience to employment centers, shopping and public transportation. And, the schools have an outstanding reputation. … (2 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/27/10 11:13 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/27/10 11:05 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/27/10 10:58 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/27/10 10:21 AM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better understand the residential market.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
284 lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale. The listings are sorted by city.  
There are 169 homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures for sale (REO) at or BELOW $250,000.  Click on the listing number to see the full property description. … (1 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/26/10 02:28 PM
Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (2 comments)

Dahlia Show at Brookside Gardens - 09/26/10 01:48 PM
Dahlia Show at Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens, located in the Wheaton area of Montgomery County, Maryland, is a wonderful resource for residents of our area. Visit their website for a schedule of the fall events and workshops: www.brooksidegardens.org
This weekend, the special event is the Dahlia Show sponsored by the National Capital Dahlia Society, www.nationalcapitaldahlia.org
I attended the show on Saturday afternoon. The flowers are absolutely beautiful. You do not have to be a gardener to enjoy the show. I enjoy taking flower photographs and there was no shortage of picture taking opportunities. My Dahlia Show photo albums are posted on … (2 comments)

Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/26/10 06:29 AM
Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

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Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/25/10 11:14 AM
Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
  Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Washington County, MD

 
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Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/25/10 10:21 AM
Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
FREDERICK COUNTY

 
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Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival - 09/25/10 08:56 AM
Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival
West Virginia's Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival provides a very good reason to visit West Virginia this weekend. Dolores and I attended the festival on Friday. The event is sponsored by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, Inc., Charles Town, WV.
Approximately 200 craftpersons, previously selected for the high quality of their products, will be selling and demonstrating their wares at this nationally acclaimed festival." Visit the website for full details and directions.
http://www.jeffersoncountywvchamber.org/festival/
 
   
   
   
This is the link to our Facebook album thst shows all of the pictures from our … (2 comments)

Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/25/10 08:40 AM
Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY

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Police Warn Burglars Are Using Social Networks - 09/25/10 08:14 AM
Good advice from Robert Siciliano. Don't provide notices about when you will be away from home. This warning applies to social media, auto response emails and any other unsecured communications.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
The sage advice used to be “don’t tell the world you are on vacation via your outgoing answering machine.” Then we pretty much eliminated answering machines and the advice pertained to voicemail. As we got more technology, the same message was don’t tell the world you are on vacation via your emails auto responder.
For a few years now I’ve been … (7 comments)

Demanding or Practical: Listing Agents Asking For FHA 203k Loan Offers Only! - 09/24/10 06:29 AM
It is very good to know which loan officers work with 203(k) financing since many do not. This blog post provides good information for home buyers and their buyer agents. 203(k) is an outstanding program for those fix-up purchases. It is ideal for the REO bargains with deferred maintenance and repair requirements.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via David Zuckerman (WestStar Mortgage, Inc.):
Demanding or Practical:  Listing Agents Asking For FHA 203k Loan Offers Only!
Search any regional Multiple Listing Service using the keyword "203k" or FHA 203k Loan and you should find scores of homes listed for sale that need work.  Just today in the relatively … (3 comments)

West Virginia's Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival - 09/24/10 06:14 AM
West Virginia's Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival
West Virginia's Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival provides a very good reason to visit West Virginia this weekend. Dolores and I have attended this festival several times an plan to go again. The event is sponsored by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, Inc., Charles Town, WV.
"Unwind and relax as you stroll among the colorful tents, thrilling to the array of the many crafts available.
Approximately 200 craftpersons, previously selected for the high quality of their products, will be selling and demonstrating their wares at this nationally acclaimed festival." Visit the … (6 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/23/10 10:59 AM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better understand the residential market.
 Blooming for Montgomery County home buyers.
286 lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale. The listings are sorted by city.  
There are 167 homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures for sale (REO) at or BELOW $250,000.  Click on the listing number to see the full property … (2 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO - 09/23/10 09:46 AM
Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO  
Housing Inventory:  The real estate market in Prince George's County is experiencing a very high volume of homes for sale in trustee auctions. The newspapers are adding additional sections to have space for the legal notices. The secured mortgage lenders are purchasing most of the properties that are sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. Many view the trustee sales as a preview of the listings of lender owned homes for sale at a future date.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
The active listings of homes for sale … (0 comments)

Golden Harvest Moon... on the Last Day of Summer... Wow ! - 09/23/10 06:54 AM
The Autumnal Equinox occurs when the Earth's axis is leaning neither away from the Sun, nor towards the Sun. Karen Anne Stone has provided a beautiful picture of the golden harvest moon.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Fort Worth Real Estate - - - Karen Anne Stone (HomeFindersDFW):
I don't know if you've looked out the window tonight... or even if you're in the right part of the country tonight... but our dear Mother Nature is putting on one of her most perfect Displays of Beauty one could ever want to see in the night-time sky.  It is one of the most beautiful … (5 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/22/10 10:56 AM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/22/10 10:50 AM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/22/10 10:46 AM
Washington County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/22/10 10:24 AM
Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  Home buyers and sellers are carefully watching the inventory of homes for sale in order to make good purchase and sale decisions. Listings of lender owned foreclosures and short sales influence the residential real estate market.  The secured mortgage lenders are still purchasing most of the homes sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. These properties are later offered as REO properties in the listings of lender owned homes for sale.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
There are 130 homes for sale in Washington County, MD … (0 comments)

Any Lender Owned Foreclosures For Sale In Boonsboro, MD? - 09/21/10 03:38 PM
Any Lender Owned Foreclosures For Sale In Boonsboro, MD?
The answer is yes. Eleven lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale in Boonsboro. It is a good time for home buyers and real estate investors to take advantage of the opportunities.
Click the following URL to see the report:http://matrix.mris.com/Matrix/Public/EmailReport.aspx?ID=2185545735
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
The first step for prospective home purchasers is pre-approval for mortgage financing. Ask us for a referral if you do not have an existing relationship with an active mortgage lender.
 
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Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/21/10 03:25 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (2 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/21/10 03:20 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/21/10 03:14 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/21/10 02:59 PM
Frederick County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale - 09/21/10 02:39 PM
Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale    
Housing Inventory:  Home buyers and sellers are carefully watching the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for sale in order to make good purchase and sale decisions. The secured mortgage lenders are still purchasing most of the homes sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. These properties are later offered as REO properties in the listings of lender owned homes for sale.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
There are 121 homes for sale in Frederick County that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures … (3 comments)

Survey of Long-term Care Costs in 2010 - 09/21/10 12:43 PM
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Anchor Point Alaska... Time to buy...Here is Why! - 09/21/10 06:08 AM
"Anchor Point Alaska, Sunrise to Sunset  Great Place to Live!" provides a good reminder of the natural beauty to be found in Alaska. A wonderful place to visit and you may find that you want to live there.
 Blooming for home buyers.
Via Debra Leisek (Broker Bay Realty Homer Alaska):
Anchor Point Alaska
Sunrise to Sunset  Great Place to Live!
 
In the Anchor Point market area in the past 12 months:
19 closed MLS sales over $100,000  (+4 sales from the previous 12 months) 
Median sale price: $154,900  (-3% from previous 12 months) 
Median DOM: 167  (+22 days from previous 12 … (1 comments)

Being a Senior Real Estate Specialist can be a challenge and a blessing. - 09/21/10 05:51 AM
"Being a Senior Real Estate Specialist can be a challenge and a blessing" is very good information for those that are considering focusing on seniors. The client relationships can be wonderful but there are many difficulties that must be faced.
 Blooming for Maryland seniors.
Via Marian Goetzinger Crystal Coast Real Estate NC (Pine Knoll Shores Realty 252-422-9000):
Being a Senior Real Estate Specialist can be a challenge and a blessing. Among the designations I have earned is the SRES.  Working in a retirement/second home market, it seemed prudent.  At sixty, I find myself still younger than most of my seller/clients.  The challenges … (3 comments)

How Well-Meaning Friends Can Railroad Your Home Purchase - 09/21/10 05:40 AM
How Well-Meaning Friends Can Railroad Your Home Purchase provides very good information for home buyers. There is nothing wrong with seeking the opinions of others. However, the advice received may not be good advice and sometimes it is very bad. Address concerns to your real estate professional for the best results.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Karen Crowson (Alain Pinel Realtors, Livermore, CA):
When someone is in the throws of a buying a home, it usually takes front and center in terms of their attention. Quite naturally, people talk with their friends and family about the process and what they're experiencing along the … (1 comments)

Killer Computer Viruses - 09/20/10 08:55 PM
"Bad guys will use every possible mechanism to accomplish their goals. Do your best to increase your security intelligence. Regardless of your job description, security is everyone's responsibility." Robert Siciliano is a McAfee consultant and identity theft expert.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Robert Siciliano (Identity Theft Speaker):
When most people think about a virus, they think of a fever, chills, and maybe a potential pandemic. But when they think about a computer virus, they think of a headache, or worse, identity theft.
Unusually, one report claims that a computer virus played a role in the deadliest air disaster in Spanish … (2 comments)

Wells Fargo Short Sale Policy - 09/20/10 08:51 PM
Good information on Wells Fargo short sales. And, more good reasons to avoid those transactions. Every week, we see short sale listings going to trustee sales. Most see the short sales offering as what will later be available in the inventory of lender owned homes.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Melissa Zavala Realtor® North San Diego County Homes (Broadpoint Properties):
Wells Fargo Short Sale Policy

 
I received the following email towards the middle of last week from a few different Wells Fargo negotiators who are processing short sales for me. It outlines their new policy. Please read the email, … (1 comments)

Market Report Monday - Howard County Market Update, August 2010 - 09/20/10 08:45 PM
MRIS and its affiliates provide excellent reports on the residential markets in Maryland counties. Statistics are also available by zip codes. Your buyer agent can provide this information.

Via Tim McIntyre (Ellicott City Realtor, Catonsville Realtor):
Market Report Monday - Howard County Market Update, Month, Year. Click on Full Screen to view this report.
If you have any questions about this report, feel free to give me a call, or click here to request more information.
Tim McIntyre, GRItmcintyre@cbmove.comFacebook friends click here to see the full post.Visit my website at www.timsellshomes.com.Ellicott City Realtor, Catonsville Realtor serving Howard County, Carroll County and Baltimore County … (1 comments)

Fall Festival in Melbourne - 09/20/10 08:40 PM
If you plan to visit Florida this fall, be sure to take in the fall festivals. The Melbourne Mainstreet Fall festival looks like a lot of fun. Some Maryland buyers are heading south and are determined to retire their snow shovels.
 Blooming for home buyers.
 
Via Cynthia White (EXIT Island & Beach Realty ( Brevard County) ):
 

Cynthia White is a Realtor with EXiT Island & Beach Realty: She is currently working with Buyers,sellers and Renters to find the home of there choice.
                                Direct 321.652.1974                cwhitesellhouse@yahoo.com               
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Flower Fiesta #28 — Why can't I grow water lilies like these? - 09/20/10 08:33 PM
I always enjoy Russel Ray's blog posts. When he talks about flowers, he has my close attention. I like to take pictures of water lilies. Take you camera with you when you make your rounds to capture the beauty of nature.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Russel Ray, San Diego home inspector (Russel Ray, Property Consultant):

My Flower Fiesta series shows flowers that you can grow around your San Diego home after I've inspected it.
For previous photographs in this series, simply click on Flower Fiesta. Find more flowers and other pictures at Russel Ray Photos.
Remember to join the … (2 comments)

203K: Why is it so difficult to find a contractor to do this 203k? Answers within... - 09/20/10 04:28 PM
Good advice on the outstanding FHA 203(k) program. This mortgage loan product allows inclusion of the cost of renovation in the first mortgage. Buyers can fix up the home before moving in. Yes, not all contractors are able to do work without an advance. You will find the best contractors among those that are financially sound.
 
Via Brent Kluge - National 203K Expert : new penn financial, llc:
By and large, Contractors are a tradesmen, some better businessmen then others, but nonetheless, the primary need is for them to be good at what they do, their trade.  When we, as comsumers/homeowners, … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/20/10 01:14 PM
Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
  Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Washington County, MD
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Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/20/10 01:10 PM
Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

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Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/20/10 01:07 PM
Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
FREDERICK COUNTY

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Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/20/10 01:03 PM
Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY

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Removing Mold From Your Home - 09/20/10 11:59 AM
Bruce Swedal offers a do it yourself solution for mold removal. However, if you decide to take his advice, be sure to do you homework on mold removal and take the necessary precautions. Mold may present serious health issues.
 Maryland home buyers prefer professional mold remediation.
Via Bruce Swedal = Denver Real Estate (Re/Max Southeast, Inc.):
One of the most common problems that homeowners deal with is mold. Even those who say that they do not have mold in most cases really do have it. What are the side-effects of having mold? Well, these will vary from person to person. Some people … (1 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/20/10 11:36 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (1 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/20/10 11:19 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (1 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/20/10 11:07 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/20/10 10:40 AM
Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/20/10 10:15 AM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better understand the residential market.
 Blooming for Montgomery County home buyers.
287 lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale. The listings are sorted by city.  
There are 171 homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures for sale (REO) at or BELOW $250,000.  Click on the listing number to see the full property … (0 comments)

A little bit of life — The truth sometimes hurts - 09/20/10 06:02 AM
"The truth sometimes hurts" is another good blog post by Russel Ray. I always enjoy reading his blogs and gaining his perspective on life.
 Blooming for home buyers in Maryland. Life is good.
Via Russel Ray, San Diego Business & Marketing Consultant & Photographer (Russel Ray):

The truth sometimes hurts
I was reading an article yesterday concerning research about lying. Interestingly, 79% of adults with children thought it was okay to lie to their children regardless of their age, and 62% thought it was okay to lie to their children if it specifically met their own needs. If they were lying to … (1 comments)

Where Are Your Important Documents? - 09/20/10 05:51 AM
Debbie Atwood provides some very practical advice on keeping our important documents together so they can be found when needed. Many of us needed this reminder.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Debbie Atwood (Century 21 Real Estate Center Everett, WA):
Where are your important documents?
On July 4, 2010, my mother lost her 11 year battle with ovarian cancer.  I spent 8 weeks caring for her full time in hospice.  I learned more in those 8 weeks about my mother, about my family, about life and about myself than I probably ever have.  
One lesson I want to share.  My mother … (1 comments)

Boonsboro, MD 21713 Zip Code Real Estate Statistics - Average Sold Price $288,300 - 09/16/10 03:02 PM
Boonsboro, MD 21713 Zip Code Real Estate Statistics - Average Sold Price $288,300    
Home owners and prospective purchasers want to know the trends of the local real estate market. The following statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 17 new listings of homes for sale and 11 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 104.76% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 10 from 4 last year. The average time on the market was 105 … (5 comments)

New Market, MD 21774 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $303,743 - 09/16/10 02:55 PM
New Market, MD 21774 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $303,743
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 24 new listings of homes for sale and 18 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 53.48% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 21 from 14 last year. The average time on the market was 70 days from 198 days last year. The average sale price was 92.08% of the … (0 comments)

Burtonsville, MD 20866 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $271,080 - 09/16/10 02:45 PM
Burtonsville, MD 20866 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $271,080
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 20 new listings of homes for sale and 15 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 29.66% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 5 from 9 last year. The average time on the market was 40 days from 189 days last year. The average sale price was 93.32% of the average … (0 comments)

Kensington, MD 20895 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $582,818 - 09/16/10 02:19 PM
Kensington, MD 20895 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $582,818
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 30 new listings of homes for sale and 13 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 66.36% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 22 from 15 last year. The average time on the market was 96 days from 66 days last year. The average sale price was 93.17% of the average … (2 comments)

Bethesda, MD 20817 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $948,046 - 09/16/10 02:10 PM
Bethesda, MD 20817 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $948,046
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 33 new listings of homes for sale and 31 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 15.24% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 45 from 43 last year. The average time on the market was 78 days from 80 days last year. The average sale price was 93.72% of the average … (0 comments)

Preparing Your Home For Autumn - 09/16/10 01:53 PM
Brian Jannone provides a check list to prepare your home for the new season. It is also a good idea to have a service contract that will cover fast response if you have a heating problem during the winter.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.

Via Brian Jannone (The Jannone Team):
Fall is one of the most scenic times of year - with leaves changing their colors making for gorgeous views. It's also a time of falling temperatures and changing weather conditions, and as everyone knows, old man winter can sneak up quickly. As the air gets colder and we transition from … (1 comments)

Olney, MD 20832 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $394,558 - 09/16/10 01:46 PM
Olney, MD 20832 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $394,558
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 42 new listings of homes for sale and 32 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 28.99% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 24 from 18 last year. The average time on the market was 38 days from 49 days last year. The average sale price was 94.942% of the average … (0 comments)

Mount Airy, MD 21771 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $425,864 - 09/16/10 01:13 PM
Mount Airy, MD 21771 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $425,864
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 46 new listings of homes for sale and 24 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 92.34% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 22 from 13 last year. The average time on the market was 121 days from 76 days last year. The average sale price was 93.22% of the … (2 comments)

Frederick, MD 21701 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $244,078 - 09/16/10 01:03 PM
Frederick, MD 21701 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $244,078
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 61 new listings of homes for sale and 56 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 10.92% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 41 from 45 last year. The average time on the market was 104 days from 123 days last year. The average sale price was 92.76% of the average … (0 comments)

Damascus, MD 20872 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $309,355 - 09/16/10 12:50 PM
Damascus, MD 20872 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $309,355  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 13 new listings of homes for sale and 13 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 8.89% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 11 from 12 last year. The average time on the market was 61 days from 153 days last year. The average sale price was 91.07% of the … (2 comments)

Derwood, MD 20855 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $435,273 - 09/16/10 12:32 PM
Derwood, MD 20855 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $435,273  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 20 new listings of homes for sale and 13 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 14.04% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 11 from 12 last year. The average time on the market was 52 days from 74 days last year. The average sale price was 92.26% of the … (0 comments)

Clarksburg, MD 20871 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $476,075 - 09/16/10 12:15 PM
Clarksburg, MD 20871 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $476,075   
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 29 new listings of homes for sale and 13 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 10.8% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 15 from 19 last year. The average time on the market was 96 days from 93 days last year. The average sale price was 93.08% of the average … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, The Fisher Law Group - 09/16/10 11:56 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, The Fisher Law Group
Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These are real estate auctions that are ordered by the secured lenders when borrowers default on their mortgage obligations. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The indicated deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders obtain cashier's checks that are payable to themselves. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice if you do not have full knowledge … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/16/10 11:49 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/16/10 11:41 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/16/10 11:25 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/16/10 11:19 AM
Prince George's County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/16/10 11:05 AM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better understand the residential market.
 Blooming for Montgomery County home buyers.
280 lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale. The listings are sorted by city.  
There are 163 homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures for sale (REO) at or BELOW $250,000.  Click on the listing number to see the full property … (0 comments)

HUD Homes - Triple check your contract package for errors - 12 Tips - 09/16/10 10:35 AM
Dan Rosenberger provides some very good advice for HUD agents. All need to be very careful when submitting contracts. Make sure every detail is correct and complete. Home buyers have cause to be very upset if they have their contract canceled due to agent errors.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
 

Via Dan Rosenberger (Harvest Realty):
It looks like errors will not be tolerated for HUD Home buyers during this time of transition as new companies take on their responsibilities.  HMBI has recently posted the following on their website:
09/13/2010 - AK, ID, IL, IN, NC, OR, SC, VA, WA, & … (1 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO - 09/16/10 10:16 AM
Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO  
Housing Inventory  
The real estate market in Prince George's County is experiencing a very high volume of homes for sale in trustee auctions. The newspapers are adding additional sections to have space for the legal notices. The secured mortgage lenders are purchasing most of the properties that are sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. Many view the trustee sales as a preview of the listings of lender owned homes for sale at a future date.  
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
The active listings of homes for … (0 comments)

Poolesville, MD 20837 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $491,600 - 09/15/10 02:01 PM
Poolesville, MD 20837 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $491,600   
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 12 new listings of homes for sale and 3 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 48.07% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 3 from 7 last year. The average time on the market was 85 days from 160 days last year. The average sale price was 92.82% of the … (2 comments)

Rockville, MD 20853 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $383,431 - 09/15/10 01:38 PM
Rockville, MD 20853 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $383,431   
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 39 new listings of homes for sale and 31 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 12.96% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 26 from 33 last year. The average time on the market was 42 days from 98 days last year. The average sale price was 94.87% of the … (0 comments)

Rockville, MD 20852 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $509,710 - 09/15/10 01:28 PM
Rockville, MD 20852 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $509,710   
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 58 new listings of homes for sale and 45 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 23.49% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 37 from 36 last year. The average time on the market was 62 days from 59 days last year. The average sale price was 92.95% of the … (0 comments)

Gaithersburg - Laytonsville, MD 20882 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $537,000 - 09/15/10 01:00 PM
Gaithersburg - Laytonsville, MD 20882 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $537,000  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 18 new listings of homes for sale and 14 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 42.40% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 7 from 11 last year. The average time on the market was 161 days from 72 days last year. The average sale price was 90.60% … (0 comments)

Gaithersburg, MD 20879 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $266,776 - 09/15/10 12:49 PM
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $266,776  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 35 new listings of homes for sale and 34 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 31.58% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 14 from 22 last year. The average time on the market was 46 days from 44 days last year. The average sale price was 95.19% of the … (2 comments)

Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $230,939 - 09/15/10 12:39 PM
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $230,939  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 35 new listings of homes for sale and 35 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 43.68% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 18 from 32 last year. The average time on the market was 48 days from 107 days last year. The average sale price was 95.56% of the … (0 comments)

Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $905,419 - 09/15/10 12:06 PM
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $905,419  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 39 new listings of homes for sale and 29 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 37.05% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 43 from 29 last year. The average time on the market was 62 days from 102 days last year. The average sale price was 93.94% of … (0 comments)

Bethesda, MD 20814 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $632,600 - 09/15/10 11:44 AM
Bethesda, MD 20814 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $632,600  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 35 new listings of homes for sale and 29 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 54.43% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 19 from 37 last year. The average time on the market was 75 days from 64 days last year. The average sale price was 93.41% of the … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/15/10 11:21 AM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/15/10 11:15 AM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/15/10 11:10 AM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales Housing Inventory - 09/15/10 10:47 AM
Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory
Home buyers and sellers are carefully watching the inventory of homes for sale in order to make good purchase and sale decisions. Listings of lender owned foreclosures and short sales influence the residential real estate market.  The secured mortgage lenders are still purchasing most of the homes sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. These properties are later offered as REO properties in the listings of lender owned homes for sale.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
There are 135 homes for sale in Washington County, MD that … (0 comments)

HAVE YOUR HOME PROFESSIONALLY INSPECTED PRIOR TO PUTTING IT ON THE MARKET - 09/15/10 07:09 AM
This is very good advice for home seller. It is often a smart move to have a home inspection report available for prospective purchasers. It can remove some of the apprehension.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.

Via Al Wright - Affordable Home Inspections (Affordable Home Inspections):
HAVE YOUR HOME PROFESSIONALLY INSPECTED PRIOR TO PUTTING IT ON THE MARKET
Eventually your buyer is going to conduct an inspection. You may as well save yourself headaches and know what they are going to find by getting there first.
 
Having an inspection performed ahead of time also helps in seventeen other ways:
1. … (8 comments)

Potomac, MD 20854 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $884,118 - 09/14/10 03:04 PM
Potomac, MD 20854 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $884,118  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 63 new listings of homes for sale and 38 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 26.36% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 51 from 65 last year. The average time on the market was 80 days from 104 days last year. The average sale price was 91.40% of the … (1 comments)

Rockville, MD 20850 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $524,160 - 09/14/10 02:53 PM
Rockville, MD 20850 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $524,160  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 57 new listings of homes for sale and 31 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 2.45% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 42 from 39 last year. The average time on the market was 82 days from 49 days last year. The average sale price was 94.37% of the … (0 comments)

Germantown, MD 20876 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $257,750 - 09/14/10 02:33 PM
Germantown, MD 20876 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $257,750  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 37 new listings of homes for sale and 37 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 43.59% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 21 from 30 last year. The average time on the market was 42 days from 41 days last year. The average sale price was 96.94% of the … (0 comments)

Germantown, MD 20874 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $283,578 - 09/14/10 02:14 PM
Germantown, MD 20874 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $283,578  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 99 new listings of homes for sale and 97 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was up 8.11% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 64 from 68 last year. The average time on the market was 49 days from 50 days last year. The average sale price was 94.71% of the … (2 comments)

Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Includes Kentlands and Lakelands - Average Price $458,026 - 09/14/10 01:15 PM
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 92 new listings of homes for sale and 58 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 7.06% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 58 from 65 last year. The average time on the market was 53 days from 66 days last year. The average sale price was 93.40% of the average list price. The average … (0 comments)

Montgomery Village, MD 20886 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics - Average Sold Price $207,549 - 09/14/10 11:39 AM
Montgomery Village, MD 20886 Zip Code Home Sales Statistics  
The following residential sales statistics are for the past month and are compared with the same month last year. There were 73 new listings of homes for sale and 62 homes for sale went to pending new contracts. The sold dollar volume for the zip code was down 8.73% from last year. The number of homes sold and settled was 45 from 50 last year. The average time on the market was 45 days from 88 days last year. The average sale price was 94.98% of the average list price. The … (1 comments)

The 4 Things you Need to Get Approved for a Mortgage!!!! - 09/14/10 10:57 AM
Very good advice for home buyers. Getting pre-approved for mortgage financing is the first important step in the home purchase process. And, this includes real estate investors.
 
  Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Larry Bettag - Cherry Creek Mortgage:
I wish it were that easy.  There are 4 basic things that a borrower needs to show a lender in order to get approved for a mortgage.  Each category has so many what ifs and sub plots that each box can read as it's own novel.  In other words, each category has so many variables that can affect what it takes to get … (1 comments)

What's Under the Carpet?" Is An often asked question. - 09/14/10 10:53 AM
Good reminder from Margaret Rome to know what is under the carpet. If not done when showing the home, have the home inspector confirm the type of flooring in each room. All you have to do is pull back a small corner of the carpet to check. Use the recommended pliers to save your nails.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via HomeRome Realty Author:Real Estate the Rome Way 410-530-2400:
"What's Under the Carpet?" is an often asked question. How would you know?  Unless you have X-Ray vision, please don't answer or assume what you don't know for sure.
 
 
Of course, … (1 comments)

Vote Today! Vote Today! Vote Today! - 09/14/10 10:47 AM
I voted this morning in Maryland. The turn out is very light. Your vote really will count!  Be sure to take time to vote today.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Christopher Pataki Hockessin Delaware Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates):
If you want to change the way the government is running your country, today is a day to get out and do something about it.  Vote in todays primary election for the person that you want to represent you over the next term.  Otherwise you can only blame yourself for not having made the small effort of input for your community.  Have a great … (1 comments)

Why Are Home Inspectors So Inconsistent? - 09/14/10 10:44 AM
Good information for home buyers and their agents. It is always a good idea to discuss the home inspection process with the buyer before the inspection takes place. Too many have unrealistic expectations.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Minneapolis Home Inspections - Reuben Saltzman (Structure Tech Home Inspections):
Have you ever wondered how different home inspectors can look at the same issue, yet have completely different ways of describing the situation and different calls to action?
I’ve realized that I’m not even consistent about my own recommendations.  I’ve given a lot of thought to why this is, and I think it … (1 comments)

What is Appropriate Dress for a Real Estate Professional? - 09/14/10 10:41 AM
Some real estate agents could use a reminder to dress appropriately for the activities of the day. And, always have a pair of shoes in the car that can be used for walking in wet grass.
  Blooming in the rain.
Via Marte Cliff (Marte Cliff Copywriting):
A few of the blogs I've read lately touched on agents showing up looking unkempt and grungy. I've seen that too.
I remember one agent whose seller required her to be there for showings. She arrived to meet me and my buyers in a pair of bagged-out sweatpants and an old t-shirt... and dirty athletic shoes. Another … (0 comments)

Did You Hear The News... Design Your Own Facebook Page - 09/14/10 10:36 AM
Good information for those that are considering a custom designed Facebook page. ActiveRain is a constant source of good marketing advice for real estate professionals.
 Blooming in the rain.
Via Al and Peggy Cunningham, Brokers Voted Best Real Estate People Brampton (RE/MAX Realty Services Inc. Buying or Selling):
Did You Hear The News... Design Your Own Facebook Page
We just heard about a website that allowed you to design your own business Facebook page last week.
Yesterday Brad Andersohn posted a blog on the same thing, pagemodo (http://www.pagemodo.com). 
Thanks for the reminder Brad.  Off to pagemodo we went to give it try, here … (2 comments)

Golf Tournament! - 09/14/10 10:31 AM
Another good reason for golfers to visit South Carolina this month. South Carolina is one of the favorite travel destinations for Maryland golfers.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Mark Brian (Silver Star Real Estate LLC):
Mark Brian  Silver Star Real Estate  Office 864-225-1883
Please Visit My Website to View Upstate SC Real Estate



… (0 comments)

4th Annual Vintage Crystal Food/Wine Festival - Sunday, September 19 - Crystal City Wine Festival - 09/14/10 10:27 AM
Another good wine event to consider for weekend planning. We are fortunate in Maryland and Virginia to have so many festivals and events during the fall season. Careful planning is required to include favorites.
 Blooming for home buyers.
Via Aaron Seekford (Arlington Realty, Inc.):
4th Annual Vintage Crystal Food/Wine Festival - Sunday, September 19 - Crystal City Wine Festival

You're going to want to save up an appetite this Sunday.
Crystal City is about to get a little bit latino.
The 4th annual "Vintage Crystal" food/wine extravaganza is Sunday, September 19 from 2 to 6 PM. The festival will take place at 220 20th Street … (0 comments)

Are You Sabotaging Your Home Search with Too Many Objections? - 09/14/10 10:24 AM
Good reminder to home buyers to keep an open mind. My wife prefers gas for cooking but we enjoyed many years in an oceanfront high rise that had an electric cook top.  The view and the floor plan were more important than the type of cooking.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
 
Via Claudette Millette - Metrowest Mass Buyer Broker (The Buyers' Counsel):
Are You Sabotaging Your Home Search with Too Many Objections?
Sometimes home buyers can set themselves up for a very restricted experience when looking for the right house. I have heard people with a list of objections that I know will be … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/14/10 10:17 AM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/14/10 10:09 AM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/14/10 10:05 AM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/14/10 09:55 AM
Frederick County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale - 09/14/10 09:37 AM
Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale    
Housing Inventory
Home buyers and sellers are carefully watching the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for sale in order to make good purchase and sale decisions. The secured mortgage lenders are still purchasing most of the homes sold at the trustee sale auctions at the court house. These properties are later offered as REO properties in the listings of lender owned homes for sale.
 Blooming for Frederick County home buyers.
There are 122 homes for sale in Frederick County that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures … (0 comments)

Expect the dishwasher but not the baby grand. - 09/14/10 07:45 AM
This is a good reminder for buyers to be realistic with their expectations and for sellers to maintain a reasonable perspective when considering unusual buyer requests. Neither side should lose a deal over a minor item.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Valerie Zinger (Royal Lepage Gale Real Estate):
You are putting in an offer on a house and want the Seller to "throw in" the patio furniture or other chattels that would not normally be considered part of a home sale.  There are two approaches.  Include the chattel in your offer or contact the Seller after you have bought the house … (6 comments)

Take Time to Vote in Maryland Today - 09/14/10 07:36 AM
Cheryl provides a good reminder to get out and vote in Maryland today. The polls are open. Real estate professionals have an opportunity to do a little networking while visiting their voting location.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
 
Via Cheryl Ritchie, Southern Maryland Real Estate (RE/MAX 100):
Take Time to Vote in Maryland Today...this is on my to do list. My Mom studied the League of Women Voters Report and the Newspaper summaries. My Dad talked and thought it over. I quizzed a few of my very politically interested friends and coworkers. No matter how you come up with your choices, go … (1 comments)

Zoey the Cool Cat's Top 11 ways to get ActiveRain points - 09/13/10 07:14 PM
Zoey the cool cat always has good suggestions for ActiveRain members. We should present Zoey with an honorary membership. It is difficult to keep up with all of the ways to earn points.
 
Via Jim Frimmer, Realtor, Mission Valley, CA DRE #01458572 (Century 21 Award):

Zoey the Cool Cat'sTop 11 ways to get ActiveRain points 
I get a kick out of people who only do the minimum in life and business, and then complain about someone else who does more than the minimum. If you're just going to do the minimum, don't be surprised when someone passes you by, gets … (3 comments)

Fall Season of Change Contest | Positive Attitude for the Weary Soul Group - 09/13/10 03:07 PM
The changing of seasons is a good time for a fresh perspective on our goals. It will be interesting to see the blogs written in response to this ActiveRain contest.
 Blooming in Maryland.
Via Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman, RA, CRS, HAWAII Real Estate & Relocations (Century 21 Liberty Homes):
Before the month of September started, there were signals to remind me of the upcoming Fall Season. Believe it or not, we have a little bit of a cooling off here in Hawaii during the Fall Season too. Yuk yuk. Needless to say, each of the seasons may depict a certain theme and I … (1 comments)

HOC Lowers Its First Trust Mortgage Rate - 09/13/10 02:36 PM
HOC Lowers Its First Trust Mortgage Rate
Effective today, Monday,September 13, 2010, the Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) of Montgomery County, Maryland, has reduced their first mortgage rate to 4.25% with no points for a 30 year fixed rate loan.  This program uses FHA financing. Revolving closing cost assistance loans are also available at this rate.
 Blooming for first time home buyers in Montgomery County.
This program is for first time home buyers in Montgomery County, MD. The maximum income limit for a household of one is $86,268. For a household of two, the maximum income limit is $123,240. And, for households of … (2 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/13/10 12:03 PM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better understand the residential market.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
274 lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale. The listings are sorted by city.  
There are 159 homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures for sale (REO) at or BELOW $250,000.  Click on the listing number to see the full property description. … (1 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, The Fisher Law Group - 09/13/10 11:32 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, The Fisher Law Group
Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These are real estate auctions that are ordered by the secured lenders when borrowers default on their mortgage obligations. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The indicated deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders obtain cashier's checks that are payable to themselves. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice if you do not have full knowledge of … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/13/10 11:25 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/13/10 11:16 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/13/10 11:09 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/13/10 10:54 AM
Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/13/10 06:32 AM
Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
  Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Washington County, MD

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Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/13/10 06:27 AM
Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

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Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/13/10 06:23 AM
Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
FREDERICK COUNTY

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Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/13/10 06:19 AM
Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY

 
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Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/10/10 01:24 PM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Housing Inventory:  It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better understand the residential market.
 Blooming for Montgomery County home buyers.
266 lender owned foreclosures are included in the current inventory of homes for sale. The listings are sorted by city.   There are 152 homes for sale in Montgomery County, MD that are included in the inventory of  lender owned foreclosures for sale (REO) at or BELOW $250,000.  Click on the listing number to see the full property … (4 comments)

Washington County MD Home Sales Trend Indicator - 09/10/10 12:22 PM
Washington County MD Home Sales Trend Indicator  
This information is for the past month and the residential market statistics are compared with the same month last year. There were 260 new listings and 145 new pending contracts. The sold dollar volume was up 21.71% from last year.  The number of homes sold was 107 from 92 last year. The average time on the market was 166 days as compared to 114 days last year. The average sale price was 84.5% of the average list price.  The median sold price was $160,000.          
  Life is very good in Maryland!
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Prince George's County MD Home Sales Trend Indicator - 09/10/10 12:08 PM
Prince George's County MD Home Sales Trend Indicator  
This report is for the past month and the residental market statistics are compared with the same month last year. There were 1,320 new listings and 956 new pending contracts. The sold dollar volume was down 17.79% from last year. The median sold price was $186,000.  The number of homes sold was 613 as compared with 638 last year. The average time on the market was 87 days as compared to 133 days last year.  The average sale price was 89.78% of the average list price. Foreclosures and short sales listings still … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Home Sales Trend Indicator - 09/10/10 11:39 AM
Frederick County, MD Home Sales Trend Indicator  
This report is for the past month and the residential market statistics are compared with the same month last year. During the month, there were 372 new listings and 267 new pending contracts.  The sold dollar volume was down 12.66% from last year. The number of homes sold was 208 from 245 last year. The average days on the market was 94 days as compared to 119 days last year.  The average sale price was 93.11% of the average list price. The median sold price was $242,500, up 4.08% from last year.    … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Home Sales Trend Indicator - 09/10/10 10:26 AM
Montgomery County, MD Home Sales Trend Indicator    
This report compares the residential market statistics for the past month with the same month last year. 1,297 new listings were taken during the month and the total of pending contracts was 1,010 for the month. The total dollar volume sold was down 7.66%. The number of homes sold and settled was 860 from 967 last year.  The average time on the market was 67 compared with 85 days last year. The average sales price was 93.51% of the average list price.  The average sold price was $474,376 and the median sold … (2 comments)

If you're a workaholic, take a break! - 09/08/10 01:14 PM
Russel Ray writes thoughtful blogs every day. This recommendation to take a break is something that many of us should seriously consider. It is a beautiful sunny afternoon in Maryland and a good time to enjoy outdoor activities.
 Blooming in Maryland and life is good!
Via Russel Ray, San Diego home inspector (Russel Ray, Property Consultant):

If you're a workaholic, take a break!
I've always been a workaholic. Although still a somewhat pejorative term, to me a workaholic is simply someone who is addicted to work, either out of necessity or because of a severe love of what s/he is doing. … (4 comments)

Two Types Of Farming In Eastern Pennsylvania - 09/08/10 01:06 PM
Many of us are seeing new wind farms as we travel through the countryside. This is a new kind of economic opportunity for land owners in windy areas.
 Blooming in Maryland.
Via Doug Durren and Gloria Todor - South Eastern Pennsylvania (Century 21 Absolute Realty ):
Two Types Of Farming In Eastern PennsylvaniaFertile farm land for crops from dirt and wind.  We came upon this wind farm on back roads in Schuylkill County as we were riding a mountain road to go over the Appalacian Mountain Range (Locust Mountain to be exact) just a bit southwest of the Pocono Mountains.  Did not realize wind farms are … (2 comments)

Checking Your Family and Home for Lead - 09/08/10 06:42 AM
This is a very good notice for families that live in homes built before 1978. Deteriorating lead paint may be a hazard and a serious health risk to the occupants of an older home. Every family should be aware of the risks.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.

Via Al Wright - Affordable Home Inspections (Affordable Home Inspections):
*Get your children and home tested if you think your home has high levels of lead.*
*Just knowing that a home has lead-based paint may not tell you if there is a hazard.*
To reduce your child's exposure to lead, get your child checked, … (3 comments)

Fall Plantings - 09/08/10 06:34 AM
Good reminder to purchase some plants that will add fall color to our gardens. The weather is still warm, but the leaves are falling in Maryland. It is time for the fall festivals.
 Blooming for home buyers in Maryland.
Via Corinne Kaas (Harmonizing Homes LLC):

 
As I walked around the summer cottage this weekend I was sadden by the lack of color in the gardens which is a  result of the long hot summer days... The blue Hydrangea's are a mauve and brown...the black eye Susan's are crisp and black, long gone are the peony's....Flax's are at the end of their purple glory. 
 
It … (1 comments)

It’s not just Coffee & Cakes for the Germans - 09/08/10 06:30 AM
I always enjoy reading blogs about good things to eat. Many of us would like to be sampling some of those cakes this morning. Life is good!
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Faina Reinhardt (RealDealNY.com):
For all of us out there who don’t think twice before taking dainty sips from our tea cups or curling with a steaming mug of coffee in one hand and a good book in another, the long standing German tradition of Kafee und Kuchen might come as something of a surprise. To know that these beverages that we sip almost unmindfully could hold such a place of … (1 comments)

Fly The American Flag on 9/11 - 09/08/10 06:26 AM
This is a good reminder to fly the American Flag on 9/11. We are fortunate to live in this country. Actually, every day is a good day to show our pride and fly the American Flag.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.

Via Eunice Waller, NO ONE Knows Real Estate Better (Prudential Simpson & Assoc.):
Fly The American Flag on 9/11  
September 11, 2011...Fly the American flag of any size on 9/11. On Saturday, September 11th, 2010, the American flag should be displayed outside every home, apartment, office, and store in the United States. Every individual should make it their duty … (3 comments)

Please don't make your house HARD to show! - 09/07/10 06:00 PM
Good advice for home sellers. Prospective buyers will move on to another property if you will not allow your home to be shown at reasonable times. Best to board your animals at the kennel when you are not going to be home.
Via Erica Ramus - Realty Executives / Pottsville PA Real Estate:

This morning my assistant called one agent 4 times trying to get an appointment on a listing for sale. The morning phone calls went like this:
1. Today's request DENIED because they want 24 hours notice (we called at 9 am for a 4 pm showing)
2. Tomorrow's … (5 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/07/10 03:39 PM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (1 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/07/10 03:26 PM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer … (2 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/07/10 03:21 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions - 09/07/10 03:15 PM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Tidewater Auctions
Maryland foreclosure homes for sale are in the form of trustee sales that are conducted at the county court houses. Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. Prospective buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements for the terms and conditions of the sales. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Those without experience or knowledge of the risks should seek professional advice.
Most of the homes for sale that are sold at trustee sales auctions are acquired by the secured mortgage lenders. The lenders then offer the … (0 comments)

How To Get Rid of Stink Bugs - 09/07/10 02:40 PM
Good advice for home owners that are experiencing a problem with stink bugs. They appear to be out in force this month and are seeking a warm place to spend the winter.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.

Via Curtis Newport (Newport Enterprises, LLC - VA, MD, DC, WV, PA):
The Loudoun County (VA) Extension Office has produced a fact sheet on the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, the invasive insect pest that is invading local homes.
The Extension Office offers tips on how to prevent the stink bugs from getting inside your home and also how best to deal with them if … (1 comments)

Montgomery County, Maryland Board Vacancies - 09/07/10 02:30 PM
Montgomery County, Maryland Board Vacancies
  Blooming for community volunteers.
Currently, there is a valuable opportunity to serve on the following Montgomery County boards:  
Property Tax Assessment Appeal BoardThe application deadline is September 13, 2010. Committee for Ethnic Affairs Noise Control Advisory BoardThe application deadline is September 17, 2010. Access vacancy announcements for boards, committees, and commissions
Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS®8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 600 :: Silver Spring, MD 20910301.590.2000 :: www.gcaar.com
Posted on ActiveRain as a community service. Character counts in Gaithersburg.
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Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/07/10 02:25 PM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/07/10 02:20 PM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/07/10 02:16 PM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch - 09/07/10 02:10 PM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch
Maryland foreclosure auctions are conducted at the county court houses when the secured mortgage lenders instruct the trustees under the deeds of trust to conduct trustee sales due to the defaults by mortgage borrowers. Interested buyers should be watching the advertisements for trustee sales in the coming weeks. The list below has been posted by Cohn, Goldberg, Deutsch.
Trustee sales are open to the public and homes for saleare available to all qualified bidders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  Always check for cancellations … (0 comments)

This Brief Video May Help You SAVE A LIFE - 09/07/10 01:22 PM
This Brief Video May Help You SAVE A LIFE.  Please take time to view it and share it with your friends. 
  Life is good in Maryland.
Via Val Vista Lakes Gilbert Homes for Sale Bill Travis (Remax Homes & Investments):
This Brief Video May Help You SAVE A LIFE
 

 
I ran across this video on the new CPR method, and thought it would be great if everyone would learn this simple CPR technique.
The technique is explained and demonstrated very well, and they also explain what is happeing to the heart and blood flow during the chest compressions.
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Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO - 09/07/10 01:05 PM
Prince George's County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO  
Special Notice On FHA Mortgage Financing - FHA MIP Changes Now Official
Monthly mortgage insurance rates are scheduled to increase. FHA will make the premium fee changes on all new case numbers effective October 4, 2010. This will increase monthly mortgage payments and will increase the income needed to qualify. Talk with your loan officer if you are planning to use FHA financing. Buyers that are ready to purchase can save by purchasing now rather than later.
With the passing of H.R. 5981 and the resulting Public Law 111-229, FHA was given … (1 comments)

Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/07/10 12:57 PM
Washington County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Special Notice On FHA Mortgage Financing - FHA MIP Changes Now Official
Monthly mortgage insurance rates are scheduled to increase. FHA will make the premium fee changes on all new case numbers effective October 4, 2010. This will increase monthly mortgage payments and will increase the income needed to qualify. Talk with your loan officer if you are planning to use FHA financing. Buyers that are ready to purchase can save by purchasing now rather than later.
With the passing of H.R. 5981 and the resulting Public Law 111-229, FHA was given … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale - 09/07/10 12:48 PM
Frederick County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Homes For Sale    
Special Notice On FHA Mortgage Financing - FHA MIP Changes Now Official
Monthly mortgage insurance rates are scheduled to increase. FHA will make the premium fee changes on all new case numbers effective October 4, 2010. This will increase monthly mortgage payments and will increase the income needed to qualify. Talk with your loan officer if you are planning to use FHA financing. Buyers that are ready to purchase can save by purchasing now rather than later.
With the passing of H.R. 5981 and the resulting Public Law 111-229, … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/07/10 11:32 AM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Special Notice On FHA Mortgage Financing - FHA MIP Changes Now Official
Monthly mortgage insurance rates are scheduled to increase. FHA will make the premium fee changes on all new case numbers effective October 4, 2010. This will increase monthly mortgage payments and will increase the income needed to qualify. Talk with your loan officer if you are planning to use FHA financing. Buyers that are ready to purchase can save by purchasing now rather than later.
With the passing of H.R. 5981 and the resulting Public Law 111-229, FHA was given … (0 comments)

Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/07/10 10:44 AM
Washington County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/07/10 10:40 AM
Prince George's County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional … (0 comments)

Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/07/10 10:32 AM
Frederick County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers - 09/07/10 10:28 AM
Montgomery County, MD Foreclosure Auctions, Trustee Sales, Homes For Sale, Harvey West Auctioneers
Harvey West Auctions, Auctioneers conducts trustee sales at the county court house entrance.
Trustee sales auctions are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These sales are foreclosures by the secured mortgage lenders. Buyers should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sale date.  The required deposits must be in the form of cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks that are payable to themselves and endorse the checks when they are successful. Always check for cancellations before attending trustee sales. Seek professional advice … (0 comments)

Looking for the best bicycle shop in San Diego? - 09/07/10 05:50 AM
Russel Ray provides insight on the quality of life in San Diego. Buying a new bicycle is also good advice for those that wish to get in better physical shape. Many of us should be looking for the best bicycle shop in our communities. And, take a camera with you on those bike rides.
 Blooming for home buyers.
 
Via Russel Ray, San Diego home inspector (Russel Ray, Property Consultant):

Looking for the best bicycle shop in San Diego?
Well I've found it for you! Zumwalt's Bicycle Center at 6425 El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego, just a hop, skip, and … (1 comments)

Recipe - Chicken Cheese Enchilada Chowder - 09/06/10 05:13 PM
Thanks to Roxy Redenbaugh for sharing this recipe. If you have a favorite recipe, please note it in the comments.
 Blooming in Maryland this weekend.
Via Roxy Redenbaugh (Acceptance Capital Mortgage Corporation):
Chicken Cheese Enchilada Chowder
 1 can of chicken breast meat OR
½ Roasted or Boiled chicken boned.
1 15-ounce can of black beans
1 can of corn or ½ of frozen corn
1 cup of chicken broth
¼ cup of chopped yellow, green or red sweet pepper
1 small fresh jalapeno Chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 can of condensed cream of chicken soup
1 10 ounce can enchilada sauce RED
… (2 comments)

Washington County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/06/10 08:26 AM
Washington County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (2 comments)

Prince George's County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/06/10 08:20 AM
Prince George's County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have … (2 comments)

Frederick County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/06/10 08:15 AM
Frederick County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers - 09/06/10 08:09 AM
Montgomery County, MD Trustee Sales, Foreclosure Auctions, Homes For Sale - Alex Cooper Auctioneers 
Trustee sale auctions are held at the front of the county court houses in Maryland. Home buyers are looking for bargain prices.  Trustee sales are open to the public and all qualified bidders. These auctions of homes for sale are ordered by the secured mortgage lenders when borrowers default on their payment obligations. The indicated deposits must be in cash or certified funds. Most of the bidders use cashier's checks payable to themselves. Prospective bidders should carefully read the newspaper advertisements that appear for three weeks before the sales dates. If you do have experience … (0 comments)

Reverse Mortgages Pros and Cons - 09/06/10 07:44 AM
This post provides some good points for seniors to review when considering a reverse mortgage. Many are using a reverse mortgage to purchase a more suitable primary residence.
 Blooming for seniors in Maryland.
Via Christopher Pataki Hockessin Delaware Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates):
Some parents are warning their kids not to bank on inheriting the homestead. Why? Because some parents are considering a reverse mortgage. Such mortgages may not be beneficial for everyone, but their popularity is definitely on the rise.
“Reverse mortgages are based on the home’s current value, borrower’s age and existing interest rates,.” said Dr. James Gaines, research economist for the … (5 comments)

One Phone Call, One Hour Ride From Baltimore and One Delightful Day in Chesapeake Beach - 09/06/10 07:38 AM
Chesapeake Beach is a destination that many of us need to consider for a day trip or weekend stay. Gail will have to keep us posted on the things to do in the area.
 Blooming in Maryland this weekend.
Via HomeRome Realty Author:Real Estate the Rome Way 410-530-2400:

One Phone Call, One Hour Ride From Baltimore and One Delightful Day in Chesapeake Beach
The weather was perfect today in Baltimore, low temperatures, sunny, breezy, low humidity....a rarity for early September. I have been wonderfully busy with listings and offers and figured this would be another "WorkEnd".  While reading some blogs and making … (1 comments)

Thirty Lessons Learned at 300,000 Active Rain Points - 09/06/10 06:35 AM
Cheryl Ritchie provides a very good list of reasons for real estate professionals to be active on ActiveRain. Congratulations to Cheryl for her success in the real estate business and the professional real estate community.
 Blooming for Maryland home buyers.
Via Cheryl Ritchie, Southern Maryland Real Estate (RE/MAX 100):
Thirty Lessons Learned at 300,000 Active Rain Points is a good way to commemorate this milestone, so here you go!
1. As much as you give, you receive that much more.
2. It's a community, a family, a seat at the Bar.
3. It's funny, sometimes it's sad, and sometimes you're just glad to get … (7 comments)

Marinated Tortelllini From The "I Can't Cook" Realtor! - 09/06/10 06:15 AM
It is always nice to share favorite recipes. If you have a weekend favorite, please note it in the comments.
 Blooming in Maryland on Labor Day.
Via Carol Zingone, Broker Assoc.,CDPE/GRI/LMC/SFR (Prudential Network Realty):
I was invited to a Labor Day cookout yesterday locally, and most of my friends know that I don't REALLY cook.  For longer than I care to admit, the kitchen in my house was just a place to store pre-packaged food, and wine.
I have, however, become more interested in preparing my own sustenance, as a result of some stricter financial considerations.
This recipe is awesome, oh-so-easy, and affordable. … (4 comments)

Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/05/10 11:28 AM
Washington County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
  Blooming for home buyers this summer.
Washington County, MD

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Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/05/10 11:24 AM
Prince George's County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

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Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/05/10 11:20 AM
Frederick County, MD HUD Homes For Sale
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
FREDERICK COUNTY

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Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale - 09/05/10 11:16 AM
Montgomery County, MD HUD Homes For Sale 
This is the current inventory of available FHA foreclosures. Home buyers need to work with an approved agent. The owner occupant status indicates that the property is not yet available to investors. FHA financing works the best for most owner occupant purchasers. All buyers that plan to use mortgage financing will need to have a pre-approval letter from their mortgage lender. Contact us with your questions or to make an appointment to see a HUD owned home.
 Blooming for home buyers.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY

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City of Gaithersburg Committee Vacancy Updates - 09/05/10 11:11 AM
City of Gaithersburg Committee Vacancy Updates
The Mayor and City Council are seeking members to serve on a number of City committees. Joining a City committee is a way to get involved and help the Mayor and City Council in their strategic planning process. All committees act in an advisory role. City staff help facilitate meetings and report recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. Preference will be given to Gaithersburg residents and those who have businesses within the City.
The following committees have vacancies:
Board of Appeals (1 member, 1 alternate) Community Advisory Committee Cultural Arts Advisory Committee (and Subcommittees) … (0 comments)

In And Out Kitchen Vent - 09/03/10 07:33 AM
This is a very good example of the type of constructions errors that may be found by your professional home inspector. Even with new construction, you need to have an inspection.
 Blooming for home buyers.
Via Jay Markanich (Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC):
A recent new construction walk through was scheduled intentionally a day before the final walk through with the builder.  My client had said they wanted to do our inspection after the final with the builder!  To that I said , "No, no, no!  You need them to include anything we find on the list of repairs they will sign … (4 comments)

Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales - 09/02/10 01:35 PM
Montgomery County, MD Lender Owned Foreclosures, REO, Short Sales
Special notice on FHA financing. Monthly mortgage insurance rates are scheduled to increase. FHA will make the premium fee changes on all new case numbers effective October 4, 2010. This will increase monthly mortgage payments and will increase the income needed to qualify. Talk with your loan officer if you are planning to use FHA financing. Buyers that are ready to purchase can save by purchasing now rather than later.
It is a good idea to watch the inventory of lender owned foreclosures for buyer opportunities and for home sellers to better … (1 comments)

Dogs are not allowed in the swimming area.....OH NO! - 09/02/10 08:18 AM
Very good information for dog owners that are planning to visit National Parks. Dog swimming may not be an available option.
 Blooming for home owners.
Via Rebecca Gaujot Lewisburg WV Realtor (Coldwell Banker Stuart & Watts Real Estate):
On Sunday, my husband and I decided to take our chocolate lab, Zeke, to Blue Bend Recreation Park at Monongahela National Forest.  We have been there many times, and I even wrote a post on our first visit at Blue Bend with Zeke.  
We were having a great time, enjoying a picnic and playing with Zeke in the water.  He loves to play … (3 comments)

 
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Gaithersburg, MD

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Roy Kelley advises home buyers, sellers and REO asset managers, in the Maryland suburbs of Washington DC and nearby counties. REO and foreclosures sales. Market area includes Montgomery County, Frederick County, Washington County and Prince George's County. Real Estate blogs


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